Sarah Depenbusch is a researcher at the Work and Organizational Psychology department, Paderborn University, focusing on the intersection of digital transformation and human behavior. Her work emphasizes virtual reality (VR) applications in workplace learning, technostress mitigation, and employee retention strategies. Email: sarah.depenbusch@uni-paderborn.de Office: Warburger Str. 100, Room H4.316, Paderborn Current Role: Research Associate and Chair Assistant Research Trends: Her recent publications highlight VR-based training tools for SMEs, proactive job crafting strategies, and the psychological impacts of digital transformation on organizational dynamics. Teaching: She contributes to bachelor and master courses in organizational psychology, including lectures on digital workplace challenges and practical psychology modules.
Mihaela Dimitrova is an Associate Professor in the Department of Global Business and Trade at WU Vienna. She was previously an Assistant Professor of Management at Oakland University (USA) and holds a PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. In 2025, she will serve as a visiting scholar at the University of Minnesota and IESE Business School, Spain. Academic Background PhD, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA Associate Professor, WU Vienna Assistant Professor, Oakland University Her research at WU Vienna focuses on the intersection of organizational behavior and international management, particularly global work experiences. She investigates expatriate management, cross-cultural dynamics, and proactive behaviors for international employee thriving. Her work has been published in leading journals like the Journal of Organizational Behavior and Journal of International Business Studies. Notable awards include the 2024 International HRM Scholarly Research Award from the Academy of Management, the 2020 Best Paper in OB/HRM/OT Award, and the 2018 Best International Paper Award. She also received the 2021 Outstanding Reviewer Award from the Journal of Organizational Behavior and the 2024 Journal of World Business Best Reviewer Award. Teaching Courses: International Human Resource Management, Global Careers, Human Capital Analytics Programs: CEMS Master, ExInt Master, IB SBWL Leadership Roles: WU Senate, Research Committee She serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Global Mobility and on the editorial review boards of Personnel Psychology and Journal of Organizational Behavior. Her collaborations span Austria, the USA, and Spain, with a focus on Ukrainian displaced peoples' integration in Austria.
Dr. Aneta Karasek is a Lecturer at the Department of Intellectual Capital and Quality within the Faculty of Economics at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (UMCS) in Lublin, Poland. With a PhD in Economics and certifications in PRINCE2 Foundation project management, STIR methodology, and design thinking facilitation, she specializes in human resource management (HRM), sustainable development, and the integration of IT tools in HR. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on interpersonal skills, mindful communication, creative problem-solving, and sustainable human capital management. PhD in Economics Certifications: PRINCE2 Foundation, STIR, Design Thinking Training: Digital storytelling, Workplace mindfulness Her research focuses on HRM practices in innovative enterprises, the role of social media in tourism and employer branding, and sustainable development strategies. She has authored 18 publications with an h-index of 6 (Google Scholar) and contributes to projects co-financed by external funds. Active in digital transformation and talent management, her work bridges organizational behavior with technological advancements. Recent publications highlight trends in IT adoption for HR, generational workforce dynamics, and sustainable tourism recovery via social media. She serves on research teams exploring innovation ecosystems and human capital optimization. Google Scholar profile: Profile ORCID: 0000-0002-6055-5150
Danielle Cooper is a Professor in the Department of Management at the University of North Texas, holding the G. Brint Ryan Professorship for Organizational Behavior (OBHR). She earned her PhD from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 2007. Her research focuses on organizational identity processes, diversity, authenticity, and well-being within teams and organizations. She currently serves as an Associate Editor for the Academy of Management Review . Her research interests include relational identification dynamics, leadership transitions, authenticity in the workplace, and the intersection of identity conflicts with employee outcomes. Recent studies explore topics like pandemic-era workplace adaptations, leadership styles in diverse teams, and the role of external mentorship in career development. Cooper’s work has been published in top-tier journals such as the Academy of Management Journal , Organization Science , and Strategic Management Journal . Her articles analyze themes ranging from brand community formation in service industries to the psychological impacts of power distance orientation on workplace burnout. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. She currently advises no listed students but maintains an active research agenda with a focus on organizational behavior theory and practical applications.
Prof. Arnold Bakker is a Full Professor of Work and Organizational Psychology at Erasmus University Rotterdam, leading the Work and Organizational Psychology research group. He also serves as Secretary General of the Alliance for Organizational Psychology and holds adjunct professorships at Lingnan University (Hong Kong). His research focuses on positive organizational behaviors such as work engagement, flow, and job crafting, emphasizing the JD-R (Job Demands-Resources) theory co-developed with Evangelia Demerouti. Key contributions include internet applications like the Job Demands-Resources Monitor and the Happiness Indicator. Bakker’s work bridges theory and practice, addressing employee well-being and organizational health. He has authored over 500 publications in top-tier journals and serves on editorial boards such as Journal of Organizational Behavior . Research Interests : Positive organizational phenomena, burnout prevention, work-life balance, and interventions for sustainable employability. His work integrates motivational processes with recovery mechanisms to enhance workplace vitality. Recent Trends in Articles : Focus on playful work design, AI’s impact on job design, and global validation of scales like the International Work Addiction Scale. His recent work explores neuroscientific underpinnings of engagement and recovery, such as video gaming’s role in post-work recovery. Awards : APS Fellow (2013), Thomson Reuters’ Most Influential Scientific Minds (2013–present). Labs/Teams : Coordinates international collaborations via the JD-R research network, developing evidence-based interventions for organizations. His lab emphasizes empirical validation of scales and cross-cultural applicability.
Jean-François Harvey is an Associate Professor at the Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovation , HEC Montréal. He holds a Ph.D. in Management from HEC Montréal (2010-2014) and a Postdoctoral Fellowship from Harvard Business School (2014-2016). His expertise lies in Organizational Learning , Innovation Management , and Teamwork & Collaboration , focusing on how individuals and teams adapt in uncertain environments. Education: Ph.D. (Management), HEC Montréal (2010-2014) Postdoctoral (Management), Harvard Business School (2014-2016) Research Interests: Jean-François investigates organizational learning mechanisms, team dynamics under ambiguity, and innovation strategies. His work bridges managerial cognition , team behavior , and leadership authenticity , emphasizing psychological safety and reflexivity in teams. Scientific Contributions: Recent publications explore team readiness to change , time pressure effects , and emotional capabilities in leadership. His work in Administrative Science Quarterly and Journal of Organizational Behavior highlights collaborative innovation and behavioral adaptation. Scientific Awards: AOM Meeting Best Paper with Entrepreneurship Implications Award Scholarly Impact Award, Human Resource Management Review Prix de recherche Nouveau chercheur, HEC Montréal Best Conference Paper, INGRoup Academic Leadership: Jean-François serves on editorial boards of Human Relations , Organization Science , and Strategic Organization . He supervises numerous MSc and PhD students in projects spanning organizational hybridity, policing dynamics, and AI in healthcare management.
Dr. Michael Mallin is a Full Professor of Marketing and Sales at The University of Toledo’s John B. and Lillian E. Neff College of Business & Innovation, serving as Faculty Director for EMSL/MBA/EMBA programs and Academic Director of the Edward H. Schmidt School of Professional Sales. He holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from Kent State University, an MBA from The University of Dayton, and a BS in Computer & Information Sciences from The Ohio State University. Education: Ph.D. in Marketing, Kent State University (2005) MBA, University of Dayton (1988) B.S. in Computer & Information Science, Ohio State University (1984) His research focuses on sales leadership, salesforce motivation, intergenerational dynamics, and ethical behavior in sales. Key contributions include frameworks for evaluating sales managers, studies on salesperson-brand identification, and analyses of unethical sales behavior neutralization. He has published extensively in journals like Journal of Personal Selling & Sales Management and Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing . Awarded the Emerald Literati Network Excellence Award (2012) and the University of Toledo Outstanding Junior Faculty Research Award (2009), Dr. Mallin has advised honors theses on sales ethics and perceptions of trust. His industry experience spans roles at AT&T Corp., including Sales Director and Account Executive, where he managed multimillion-dollar sales teams. He serves on editorial boards of sales-focused journals and actively contributes to professional organizations like the American Marketing Association and National Conference in Sales Management. His outreach includes leadership training for companies like Habitec and Tenneco, emphasizing salesforce development and ethical practices.
Associate Professor Diep Nguyen holds a position at the University of Newcastle's Newcastle Business School, specializing in Leadership of Human Resource Management. She earned her PhD at Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand, and has conducted research across Vietnam, New Zealand, the UK, and Australia. Her work focuses on strategic HRM, dark-side leadership, workplace mistreatment, and employee well-being. She teaches courses on Cross-Cultural Management, Leadership in Contemporary Organizations, and Human Resource and Organisational Development. Dr. Nguyen’s research has been published in journals like Public Management Review , International Journal of Human Resource Management , and Asia Pacific Journal of Management . Her studies address topics such as workplace bullying, psychosocial safety climate, and innovative behavior in public sectors. She actively collaborates with researchers globally and co-supervises PhD candidates exploring topics like unethical pro-organizational behavior and workplace stress. Her work emphasizes organizational resources, leadership roles, and employee well-being. Key areas include mitigating workplace bullying through ethical leadership, fostering older worker well-being via inclusive practices, and understanding post-disaster tourism dynamics. She advocates for high-commitment HR practices to reduce employee burnout and enhance organizational resilience.
Burcu Rodopman serves as an Associate Professor at Boğaziçi University in Istanbul, Turkey, specializing in Management, Human Resources Management, and Organizational Behavior. Her academic profile integrates teaching with research on critical workplace dynamics and behavioral phenomena. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. from the University of South Florida Rodopman's research centers on Job Performance, Proactivity, Mentoring, Leadership, and Organizational Justice, with particular focus on how proactive personality traits shape employee behavior. She investigates counterproductive work behaviors, emotional exhaustion, and organizational citizenship through stressor-strain frameworks, contributing to both theoretical models and practical human resource applications in contemporary organizations. Analysis of her 2011-2017 publications reveals consistent exploration of individual differences in workplace contexts, with recurring themes of justice perceptions, career success measurement, and personality-driven performance outcomes. Her work appears in authoritative outlets including the Journal of Organizational Behavior and The Encyclopedia of Industrial and Organizational Psychology , demonstrating methodological diversity through mixed-methods studies and conference presentations at major academic gatherings. Scientific awards: No awards were specified in the available documentation. Regarding academic advising and research funding, the provided materials contain no details about graduate students supervised or externally funded projects.
Jelena Zikic is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director in the School of Human Resource Management at York University's Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. She holds a PhD from the University of Toronto and an MSc from the London School of Economics. Her research focuses on career transitions of diverse populations, including skilled migrants, refugees, entrepreneurs, and baby boomers, emphasizing professional identity, cross-cultural mentoring, and labor market integration. She leads SSHRC-funded projects addressing migrant professionals' career challenges and has published widely in journals like Academy of Management Discoveries and Journal of Organizational Behavior . Dr. Zikic’s international collaborations span North America, Europe, and Asia, with a focus on global career dynamics. She teaches Career Management, Strategic HRM, and Organizational Communication, integrating critical thinking and global perspectives. Her work has been featured in the Globe and Mail , CBC Radio, and the HR Reporter . Education: PhD, University of Toronto MSc, Social and Organizational Psychology, London School of Economics BSc, University of Toronto Her research explores how macro-level contexts (e.g., institutions, policies) intersect with individual career strategies, particularly for marginalized groups. Recent work examines digital nomadism, career sacrifice, and the psychological impact of health-related career disruptions. She has received numerous awards, including the Verity International Prize and Emerald Literati Award. Zikic actively serves on editorial boards (e.g., Human Relations , Journal of Organizational Behavior ) and holds leadership roles in professional organizations like the Academy of Management and European Association of Work and Organizational Psychology. Her teaching and mentorship emphasize bridging theory with real-world career challenges.
Corine Boon is a Full Professor at the University of Amsterdam's Amsterdam Business School, specializing in Human Resource Management (HRM), Organizational Behavior, and Management. Her research focuses on person-environment fit, strategic HRM alignment, leadership dynamics, and the interplay between HR practices and employee outcomes. Education: PhD in Management (Erasmus University Rotterdam, 2007) Boon's scholarly work examines HR systems, organizational engagement, ethical leadership, and innovation through HRM lenses. She has contributed to evolving HRM research agendas, including ecosystem-based approaches and temporal dimensions of fit theories. Her publications over the past decade reveal trends in HRM research, such as the integration of human capital theories, cross-level HRM effects, and the role of contextual factors like career stage in moderating HRM impacts. She collaborates extensively with scholars like Jaap Paauwe and Deanne Den Hartog, bridging micro and macro organizational perspectives. Boon is affiliated with Jaap Paauwe's Lab and contributes to academic networks focused on HRM effectiveness and organizational performance. Her work appears in journals like Human Resource Management and The Leadership Quarterly.
Sebastian Kubasiński is a researcher at the Institute of Safety and Quality Engineering , Poznań University of Technology , affiliated with the Faculty of Management Engineering. His work focuses on proactive approaches to occupational safety, organizational resilience, and corporate social responsibility. Research Keywords: Occupational Safety, Proactive Management, CSR, ISO 45001, Organizational Resilience, Risk Mitigation Publications since 2018 demonstrate expertise in systemic safety strategies, pandemic-era communication challenges, and multi-criteria safety analysis. Key journals include European Research Studies Journal and Scientific Papers of the Silesian University of Technology . His doctoral dissertation Method of testing the effectiveness of proactive actions in systemic occupational safety management (2023) establishes frameworks for evaluating safety interventions. Collaborations include scholars like Anna Borucka and Małgorzata Sławińska.
Dr. Wiebke Doden is a Senior Lecturer in Organisational Behaviour at King’s Business School, specializing in Human Resource Management and Employment Relations. She previously held a postdoctoral position at the London School of Economics and Political Science, supported by a Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) mobility grant. Education: Doctor of Science in Work and Organisational Psychology (ETH Zurich), Diploma in Psychology (Otto-von-Guericke University) Her research bridges two core streams: career development (navigating career challenges) and self-regulation at work (proactive resource management). Themes include career transitions, job insecurity, employability, job crafting, and psychological contracts, emphasizing interactions between individuals and socioeconomic environments. Recent publications explore longitudinal, multi-level analyses of career plateau effects, relational job crafting dynamics, and employability in the post-job security era. Her work adopts mixed-method approaches and has been featured in The Atlantic and WirtschaftsWoche . Scientific Awards: Mobility grant from the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) She serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Organizational Behavior and has published in top-tier journals like Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Journal of Vocational Behavior .
Lena Låstad is a Senior Lecturer at Stockholm University's Department of Education, specializing in organizational pedagogy and workplace learning. She coordinates the Bachelor's and Master's programmes in Personnel, Work and Organization, and serves as a thesis supervisor across academic levels. Her research focuses on job insecurity, flexible labor markets, and their impacts on employee well-being and career development. Research Group: Organization Pedagogics Projects: NOWSTARS (Forte-funded), Gendersafe Teaching: Research methods, organizational pedagogy, internship-based human resource management Her research examines job insecurity from multiple angles, including: Quantitative and qualitative job insecurity climate Career strategies of temporary agency workers Work-home interference patterns Health outcomes and psychotropic drug usage Leadership dynamics under insecure climates Recent publications highlight her work on job insecurity's associations with: Career-related outcomes (2025 meta-analysis) Employee performance metrics (2019 study) Workgroup climate effects (2018-2023 investigations) Psychological well-being (2020-2021 findings) As a program coordinator, she manages curriculum development for both bachelor's and master's level organizational pedagogy programs. Her work environment expertise includes workplace learning and professional development strategies for enhancing employee employability.
Moira Clark serves as Professor of Strategic Marketing at Henley Business School, University of Reading, where she founded and directs The Henley Centre for Customer Management. This research consortium develops joint initiatives between Henley and organizations seeking to advance knowledge of best practices in customer management. Her academic leadership spans over two decades since joining Henley from Cranfield School of Management in 2005. Professor Clark's research focuses on strategic customer management, with specializations in customer experience, customer centricity, customer service excellence, and the relationship between organizational culture and business performance. Her work examines critical linkages between employee behavior, customer retention, and service excellence across diverse industry contexts. She has published extensively in top journals including the Journal of Retailing, Journal of Business Research, and Academy of Marketing Science. Recent publications reveal evolving research trajectories toward digital transformation, metaverse applications, and cross-cultural customer engagement. Her 2025 work explores value co-creation frameworks and avatar social presence in virtual environments, while 2024-2023 research addresses tactile sensation in e-commerce, ethical online ethnography, and stakeholder journey mapping. This progression demonstrates increasing focus on technology-mediated customer relationships and methodological innovation. Professor Clark maintains significant industry engagement as a consultant for international companies, advisory board member, and keynote speaker at global conferences. She has extensive pre-academic experience including marketing directorship at an international health food manufacturer and marketing management at Dunhill International's toiletries subsidiary. She leads the Henley Centre for Customer Management, which conducts research on emerging trends in customer management, service excellence, and organizational climate. The Centre's recent projects include investigations into insight-driven customer relationships, emotion in complaint management, and workforce evolution due to technological advances.
