Dr. Alison Braley-Rattai is an Associate Professor in the Department of Labour Studies at Brock University. Her research focuses on labour rights, employment law, and human rights in the workplace, with a particular emphasis on the intersection of labour policies and constitutional rights. She holds a PhD from the University of Western Ontario, an LLM from Osgoode Hall, an MA from York University, and a BA (Hons) from York University. Her work explores topics such as union responses to workplace mandates, constitutional challenges to back-to-work legislation, and the legal contours of academic freedom. She has published extensively on issues like the right to strike, pandemic-related labour policies, and the impact of political shifts on labour relations. Dr. Braley-Rattai’s scholarship bridges legal frameworks, policy analysis, and real-world labour dynamics. Her recent articles highlight trends in pandemic-era workplace policies, constitutional implications of labour disputes, and the evolving role of minority unionism. She actively contributes to debates on balancing employer obligations with worker rights, particularly in contexts like vaccination mandates and free speech directives.
Gillian Ku is a Professor of Organisational Behaviour at London Business School, where she chairs the Organisational Behaviour Faculty. She holds a BA from Harvard University and a PhD in Management and Organizations from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. Prior to her academic career, she worked as a financial analyst for Disney’s international video distribution division. Education: BA (Harvard), PhD (Northwestern) Her internationally recognized research spans negotiations, emotionally charged decision-making, and interpersonal relationships. Key areas include auction fever dynamics, perspective-taking in intergroup relations, gender disparities in negotiation contexts, and strategies for workplace diversity. Her work has been published in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology and featured in media outlets including CNN and The New York Times Magazine . The six most recent Think articles highlight her expertise in negotiation tactics, Brexit-related strategic challenges, diversity inclusion, and gender roles in organizational behavior. These works emphasize practical applications for leadership, workplace adaptation, and ethical decision-making frameworks. She teaches negotiations and decision-making courses in London Business School’s full-time MBA and Executive Education programs, and has consulted for global organizations like Diageo, Roche, and Kuwait Petroleum Corporation.
Dr Shu-Ling Lu is an Associate Professor at the University of Reading , serving as Director of the MSc Project Management Programme and a Member of Senate . Her research spans Innovation Management , Quality Control , and Net Zero Transitions in construction, alongside Heritage Building Integration and Gender Dynamics in built environment sectors. Her academic journey includes a PhD , MSc in Construction Engineering , and a Diploma in Architectural Engineering , all from institutions in Taiwan and the UK, complemented by a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education Practice from the University of Salford. Research Interests : Innovation in construction, quality management, heritage conservation, net-zero transitions, gender equity, and system dynamics applications. Article Trends : Focus on defects analysis , heritage integration , gender dynamics , system dynamics , and net-zero strategies across 15 recent publications. Scientific Awards : Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building (FCIOB) Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Full member, Association for Project Management (MAPM) BSI Committee Participation (Quality Management Standards) Supervision & Grants : Mentored 7 PhD students and led/co-led projects funded by Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) , EPSRC , and COST , with total grants exceeding £500,000.
Caryn J. Block is a Professor of Psychology and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University. Her affiliations include the Organization & Leadership and Social-Organizational Psychology programs. She holds a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from New York University (NYU), an M.A. in Psychology from NYU, and a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her research focuses on the long-term effects of stereotype threat in workplaces, the influence of race and gender stereotypes on leadership perceptions, microaggressions, and strategies for creating inclusive climates. Notably, her work explores how systemic stereotypes affect marginalized groups in STEM fields and the psychological dynamics of workplace diversity challenges. Block’s publications span topics including racial dynamics in employment, gender disparities in academic evaluations, and the psychological impact of microaggressions. Her collaborative research with colleagues examines organizational citizenship behavior, diversity trainer effectiveness, and leadership stereotype assessment. Despite no explicitly listed awards, her contributions to organizational psychology and diversity studies are widely recognized through her extensive publication record. Her advising and grant activities are not detailed here, though her research collaborations suggest active engagement in academic networks and institutional change initiatives. Block is affiliated with the Teachers College community and contributes to its mission of advancing education and psychological research in diverse organizational contexts.
Dr. Amir Ghanbaripour is a Discipline Lead in Planning, Property, and Project Management at Bond University's Faculty of Society & Design, with a PhD in Construction Project Management (2020). He teaches postgraduate courses and leads the Project Management program. His expertise spans project management methodologies, systems thinking, organizational maturity, and gender equality in projects. He is an active member of the Project Management Institute (PMI) as Associate Director for Academic Outreach. Education: PhD in Construction Project Management (Bond University, 2020), MSc in Civil Engineering (Iran University of Science and Technology, 2012), BSc in Civil Engineering (Amirkabir University of Technology, 2009). Research focuses on project success models, agile methodologies, and technology integration in construction education. He leads research projects on megaprojects, sustainable practices, and gender diversity in the industry. Grants include the 2023 FSD Research Project Grant (focusing on construction project strategies) and the 2023 FSD Deans Award (exploring robotics in manufacturing). He supervises PhD candidates and collaborates with national/international organizations on project management innovation.
Barbara A. Knuth is a Professor Emerita at Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Department of Natural Resources and the Environment. She previously served as Dean of Cornell's Graduate School (over 10 years), Vice Provost/Senior Vice Provost (8 years), and Senior Associate Dean in CALS (3 years). Her academic career began with a PhD in Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences from Virginia Tech (1987), making her the first woman in tenure-track faculty at Cornell's Department of Natural Resources. Education: Ph.D., Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences (Virginia Tech) M.En., Environmental Science (Miami University) B. Phil. & A.B., Zoology/Environmental Studies (Miami University, Phi Beta Kappa) Research Interests: Focuses on ecosystem-based management in Great Lakes/marine systems, risk communication around chemical contaminants in fish, and environmental stewardship. Also studies equity/inclusion in graduate education. Key themes include: Social science integration in natural resource policy Health benefits/risk trade-offs in fish consumption Community-based conservation strategies Outreach: Advises state/tribal agencies on fishery management and public health. Led initiatives improving graduate education through professional development, mental health support, and faculty mentoring programs. Awards: Debra W. Stewart Award (2019) Fellow, American Fisheries Society (2015-) Council of Graduate Schools Recognition Multiple teaching/research awards (1999-2006) Grants & Funding: Supported by NSF, Sea Grant, EPA, Sloan Foundation, and others for projects on Great Lakes management, educational equity, and contaminant risk communication. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Cornell's Center for Conservation Social Sciences. Collaborated with Ecologists Without Borders, Great Lakes Fishery Commission, and National Academies Ocean Studies Board.
Michael A. Gross is a Professor in the Department of Management at the College of Business, Colorado State University, currently on sabbatical as a Visiting Scholar at the University of Waterloo (Fall 2024) and Visiting Full Professor at London Business School (Spring 2025). He serves as Scholar in Residence for the Conflict Management Division of the Academy of Management (2024-2026). His educational background includes: Ph.D. from Arizona State University Dr. Gross specializes in workplace conflict resolution and negotiation, with research bridging academic theory and practical organizational applications. His work emphasizes emotional dynamics in conflict, communication strategies, and ethical decision-making, published in journals like Journal of Organizational Behavior and International Journal of Conflict Management . He actively translates research into accessible formats through his podcast initiatives. He created and hosts the Negotiation and Conflict (N a C) podcast series featuring two shows: Article to Audio (scholar interviews on journal publications) and I'm Glad I Know That Now! (applied research insights), designed for academic instruction and public engagement. His recognitions include: Dean's Scholar (2017) Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award (2015) Excellence in Service Faculty Award (2021) Fellow, Faculty Institute for Inclusive Excellence Fellow, Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative Faculty Dr. Gross served as Editor-in-Chief for Negotiation and Conflict Management Research (2015-2019) and completed a 5-year leadership track culminating as Past Division Chair of the Academy of Management's Conflict Management Division (2016). He teaches negotiation, conflict management, and organizational behavior across undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs, with prior sabbaticals at Columbia University (2016) and University of Waterloo (2017).
Olga Kokshagina serves as an Associate Professor in Innovation & Entrepreneurship at The University of Sydney, with adjunct research appointments at Monash University's Emerging Technology Lab and the UNU Hub - Learning Planet Institute. She is also an active member of the French Digital Council. Her research program investigates technology-mediated collaboration in complex innovation systems, focusing on healthcare transformation, deep tech commercialization, and co-design methodologies. Kokshagina has led high-impact projects with global institutions including the World Health Organization, OECD, STMicroelectronics, Vall d’Hebron Hospital, and Roche, demonstrating strong translational research capabilities. Her scholarly work centers on value-based healthcare innovation, digital platform governance, and AI-enhanced collaborative systems. She examines how organizational capabilities evolve during technological transitions, particularly in healthcare ecosystems, and investigates regulatory frameworks for algorithmic control in digital markets. Kokshagina's research bridges theoretical innovation management with practical applications, evidenced by her co-founding of Ninti—an initiative advancing women's health in workplace environments—and her Open Covid-19 crowdsourcing campaign that mobilized global expertise during the pandemic. Analysis of her 2021-2025 publications reveals a cohesive trajectory examining innovation in socio-technical systems. Key themes include value digitalization in healthcare, mission-oriented interdisciplinary collaboration, and the impact of big data on technology management. Her work consistently addresses grand challenges through mixed-methods approaches, spanning conceptual frameworks in journals like Research Policy to applied studies in Technovation and R&D Management, with increasing focus on quantum readiness and AI-augmented learning systems. No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. Kokshagina currently holds a 2025 research grant for "Co-designing societal readiness and scenario building for quantum" through the University of Sydney Nano Institute/Catalyst program. While no student supervision activities are mentioned, her collaborative projects involve multi-institutional teams across industry, government, and academic sectors. Kokshagina maintains active roles within the University of Sydney Nano Institute and contributes to international policy discourse through the French Digital Council. Her Ninti initiative exemplifies her commitment to human-centered innovation, while ongoing collaborations with healthcare providers like Roche and Vall d’Hebron Hospital demonstrate sustained engagement with real-world implementation challenges in value-based care systems.
Jari Murto serves as Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Helsinki, where he specializes in Labour and Social Law. With over two decades of academic and practical experience, he contributes significantly to Finnish and European labour law discourse through publications, policy analysis, and academic leadership. His educational qualifications include a Doctor of Laws (LL.D), Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration, and Master of Laws (LL.M). Murto's doctoral dissertation Ryhmänormit yrityksessä (Group Norms in Companies, 2015) established foundational research on workplace norm systems. Murto's research examines labour law doctrines, norm systems, working conditions determination, and transition-phase labour market issues. He analyzes EU policy impacts on national frameworks, lifelong learning integration into labour law, and psychosocial workplace safety. Recent work addresses digital workplace challenges, parental employment policies, and just transitions in green/digital economies. His scholarship bridges theoretical legal frameworks with practical industrial relations through frequent commentary on Supreme Court decisions. As Doctoral Programme Supervisor, Murto mentors emerging legal scholars while maintaining active peer review roles. He serves on Finland's Board for Strengthening General Applicability of Collective Agreements and participates in European labour law networks including the Labour Law Research Network and Nordic Network of Labour Law Scholars. His conference activities span topics from social packages in income policy agreements to lifelong learning's role in modern labour law. Murto maintains strong engagement with practical legal applications through Supreme Court commentary series ( KKO:n ratkaisut kommentein ) and regular contributions to Lakimies journal. His research methodology combines doctrinal analysis with empirical studies of workplace practices and policy implementation.
Cristina Bettinelli is a full professor in the Department of Management at the University of Bergamo. She serves as Director of the MSc Program in International Management and Marketing (IMM) and Director of the Center for Young and Family Enterprise (CYFE). Her research focuses on family business governance , entrepreneurial firm innovation , and internationalization , with publications in journals like Family Business Review , Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice , and Journal of Family Business Strategy . Member of editorial boards: Family Business Review , Journal of Family Business Strategy Professional activities: Innovative training projects, Marketing Lhab research group (since 2024) Scientific Awards: Best Contribution to Practice Paper (2024) - IFERA Best Unpublished Research Paper Award (2022, 2015) - FFI Multiple Best Paper Awards/Nominations - IFERA, EIASM, ICSB Family Business Review Best Paper Award (2012) Recent Research Trends: Analyzes family firm dynamics, pandemic response behaviors, cross-border e-commerce strategies, and B corporation ethics. Her 2024-2025 publications emphasize organizational identity , crisis management , and strategic governance .
Professor Anne Burmeister is a full Professor of Organizational Behavior at the University of Cologne, Faculty of Management, Economics, and Social Sciences. She specializes in knowledge transfer, age diversity, inclusion, and interpersonal dynamics in workplaces. Her research bridges organizational psychology with practical applications in aging and diverse teams. Education: PhD in Psychology (summa cum laude), Leuphana University of Lueneburg (2016) MSc in Management and Organizational Analysis, Warwick Business School (2011) BSc in Business Psychology, Leuphana University of Lueneburg (2010) Research Interests: Her work focuses on work and aging, age diversity, inclusion, knowledge transfer, and workplace friendships. She investigates how social interactions influence productivity and organizational health, particularly in multigenerational environments. Recent Trends: Recent publications analyze DEI initiative responses, knowledge sharing dynamics, and interventions for aging workforces. Themes include cognitive load theory, intergenerational collaboration, and ambivalent employee reactions to diversity policies. Scientific Recognition: Awarded 40 leading HR minds 2025 by HR magazine Contact: Email: burmeister@wiso.uni-koeln.de Phone: +49 221-470-5887
Dr. Hannes Petrowsky is a Senior Research Associate at the Chair of Business Psychology, Social Psychology & Experimental Methods at Leuphana University of Lüneburg. He earned his M.Sc. in Management & Marketing (2017-2019) and completed his Ph.D. on first-offer effects in negotiations (2020-2023). Academic Affiliation: Institute for Management & Organization (IMO) Location: Universitätsallee 1, C6.419, Lüneburg Contact: hannes.petrowsky@leuphana.de | +49.4131.677-1437 His research spans negotiation psychology , consumer behavior , and the impact of digital technologies (e.g., big data, machine learning, AI, VR). He investigates anchoring effects, price-ending strategies, and socially innovative transformations through inclusive working environments. Key Trends in Recent Publications: Analysis of concession patterns in negotiations using behavioral economics principles Development of immersive VR frameworks for skill acquisition Behavioral science-driven interventions for climate change mitigation Meta-analyses of negotiation dynamics across 25-26 million real-world transactions Exploration of technology adoption in public health contexts Dr. Petrowsky contributes to projects like the Digital Transformation Lab and MEHRCE (circular economy initiatives). His work bridges experimental psychology with digital innovation and sustainable entrepreneurship .
Milan Bernard is a Lecturer and PhD candidate in the Department of Political Science at the University of Montreal's Faculty of Arts and Sciences. His academic work focuses on contemporary political philosophy with special emphasis on Hannah Arendt's theoretical framework. As a doctoral researcher, he actively contributes to the department's teaching mission while pursuing his dissertation on conflict in politics and solidarity mechanisms. His educational background includes: Master's in Political Theory (2016), University of Toronto Bachelor's in International Studies (2015), University of Montreal Bernard's research explores the presence of conflict at the heart of politics and the potential for balancing its destructive potential through solidarity. His work with Hannah Arendt's intellectual legacy examines contemporary ideological landscapes, social movements, and the diffusion of ideas in international relations. His scholarship demonstrates a consistent focus on how political theory can address current democratic challenges and ecological crises. His publications from 2022-2025 reveal a strong concentration on democratic theory, political conflict, and solidarity concepts, with increasing attention to environmental politics and climate governance. The trajectory shows deepening engagement with Hannah Arendt's work while expanding into contemporary political challenges. His scientific recognition includes: Merit Scholarship for Graduate Studies (ESP), University of Montreal (2023) GRIPP Research Fellowship (2023-2024) Support Scholarship for Graduate Studies (ESP), University of Montreal (2024) SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship (2024-2025) Bernard has been actively involved in academic mentorship through the Department of Political Science's mentoring program and has participated in organizing major academic events including the ACfas Congress and the Quebec Society of Political Science Congress. His professional engagement extends to the National Council of the Unemployed (CNC) where he serves as co-spokesperson, connecting his academic work with social activism. He has also contributed to the Feminist Perspectives Network (RPF) as a research assistant, demonstrating commitment to both theoretical and applied political work.
Professor Ruth E Dukes is a Professor of Labour Law and Deputy Director of Research in the School of Law at the University of Glasgow. She holds fellowships with the Academy of Social Sciences and is an emeritus member of the Young Academy of Scotland. Since 2024, she has served as Vice President of the Institute of Employment Rights. Her roles include membership in the Labour Law Research Network, Adapt International Scientific Committee, and the Editorial Board of the Spanish Labour Law and Employment Relations Journal. Education: Graduated from the University of Edinburgh, Humboldt University Berlin, and the London School of Economics. Notable fellowships include an Arts and Humanities Research Council Early Career Fellowship (2011/12) and a MacCormick Fellowship at Edinburgh University. In 2022, she was the Innis Christie Visiting Professor at Dalhousie University, Canada. Research Interests: Focus on collective labour law, worker representation theories, trade union law, and labour history (British, German, European). Current projects include analyzing Otto Kahn-Freund’s contributions to labour law and the Work on Demand ERC-funded study on evolving work contracts. Recent publications include Democracy at Work (2023) and The Labour Constitution (2014, SLSA Prize runner-up). Grants & Awards: Recipient of the European Research Council Starting Grant (€1.42M, 2017–2023). Other grants include a British Academy International Fellowship (2024) and a Marie Curie-Sklodowska Fellowship (2020). Awards include the SLSA Socio-Legal Theory and History Prize (2016). Supervision & Teams: Advising PhD students Neil Saddington (algorithmic management) and Qingqin Zhang (workplace surveillance). Collaborates with Wolfgang Streeck and others on interdisciplinary projects. Leads the Class Conflict and Institutional Change initiative exploring the origins of labour law.
Dr. Victor L. Heller is an Associate Professor of Management at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business, University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA). He holds a B.B.A., M.S., M.P.A., and Ph.D. from Arizona State University. His career blends academic roles at institutions like Arizona State University and Thunderbird School of Global Management with extensive practical experience in nonprofit leadership, public administration, and international business operations across 28 countries. Education: Ph.D. in Management, Arizona State University M.P.A. in Public Administration, Arizona State University B.B.A. in Business Administration, Arizona State University Research Interests: Focuses on business ethics, civility in organizations, conflict resolution strategies, organizational transformation, and team-building methodologies. His work emphasizes ethical leadership in global contexts and practical applications of ethical frameworks. Publications: Authored three influential ethics textbooks, including the 2019 anthology Business Ethics for Future Leaders , and frequently addresses topics like moral decision-making in corporate environments. Awards: IIQEST-Robert A. Beck Journalism Award (International Business Ethics) Outstanding MBA Professor for Ethics and Globalization course COB Teaching Honor Roll for undergraduate instruction Professional Experience: Served as president/CEO of a nonprofit, CFO of a not-for-profit, state agency director, and advisor to municipal and university leaders. Active in professional organizations and recipient of the Fleet Marine Combat Operations award for Vietnam service.
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