IVETA LUDVIGA | Human Resources Strategy | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. IVETA LUDVIGA | Human Resources Strategy | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. IVETA LUDVIGA, RISEBA University of Applied Sciences, Latvia

Dr. Iveta Ludviga is a Latvian professor, academic leader, and researcher at RISEBA University of Applied Sciences. With a deep commitment to business management, she serves as the Dean and Director of the PhD program in Business Management. Iveta has an extensive background in higher education, with a special focus on research methodology, business analytics, and human resources analytics. Over the years, she has garnered significant experience in teaching, research, and leadership roles across various educational programs and initiatives.

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Education 🎓

Iveta holds a PhD from the RISEBA University in Latvia, earned through the BA-VU joint doctoral programme. She also has an MBA from The University of Salford in the UK and a Master’s degree in engineering from the Latvian Academy of Agriculture, where she specialized in food technology. Her diverse academic background has shaped her multifaceted approach to both business education and research.

Experience 💼

Currently, Iveta serves as the Dean and Director of the PhD program in Business Management at RISEBA University. She has been an integral part of RISEBA since 2007, holding roles from Associate Professor to Programme Director. Additionally, Iveta has significant experience in international cooperation, having taught and directed postgraduate programs in international business, human resource management, and health management. Throughout her career, she has collaborated on numerous research projects and mentoring programs, emphasizing the integration of interdisciplinary skills in business practices.

Research Interests 🔍

Iveta’s research interests are centered around business management, particularly in areas like strategic management, organizational behavior, and leadership development. She is especially focused on the application of sensorial, emotional, and spiritual skills in navigating organizational complexity. Other areas of interest include work motivation, generational differences in the workplace, and the impact of digital transformation on organizational performance.

Awards 🏆

Throughout her career, Iveta has been recognized for her contributions to education and research. Her work has earned her prestigious accolades in both academic and professional realms, including recognition for her expertise in organizational agility and leadership development. She has also been awarded for her significant involvement in international collaborations and research programs.

Publication Top Notes📚

Use of gamification in human resource management: impact on engagement and satisfaction

Organizational agility during crisis: Do employees’ perceptions of public sector organizations’ strategic agility foster employees’ work engagement and well-being?

Exploring the relationships between job satisfaction, work engagement and loyalty of academic staff

Organisational change: generational differences in reaction and commitment

The use of case studies in the business English language teaching

Turnover of public sector employees and the mediating role of job satisfaction: an empirical study in Latvia

Managing the culture of diversity: National and cultural identities as the basis of sustained competitive advantages in globalised markets

Measuring Cultural Diversity: Methodological Approach and Practical Implications; Assessment in Latvian

What is Crafts Entrepreneurship? The Development of its Definition through Entrepreneursand ConsumersPerceptions

Craft entrepreneurship and created value

NICHOLAS Bloom | Human Resources Strategy | Best Researcher Award

Prof. NICHOLAS Bloom – Human Resources Strategy – Best Researcher Award

Stanford University | United States

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📍Current Position

Nicholas Bloom currently holds the prestigious position of William D. Eberle Professor of Economics at Stanford University, where he has been a faculty member since 2005. In addition, he serves as a Professor of Economics, SIEPR Senior Fellow, and a Graduate School of Business Professor by Courtesy. Beyond Stanford, Bloom is the Co-Director of the Productivity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship Program at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), reflecting his leadership in the global economic research community. Since 2009, he has also been a King Center on Global Development Fellow, demonstrating his focus on economic growth and policy in developing regions.

 

📝Publication Achievements

Nicholas Bloom is a prolific scholar with numerous high-impact publications in leading economic journals. His research has appeared in prestigious outlets such as the American Economic Review, Quarterly Journal of Economics, and Journal of Political Economy. Bloom’s work on productivity, management practices, and uncertainty has been cited thousands of times, establishing him as a thought leader in economics. Notable publications include studies on the impact of management practices on productivity, the role of economic uncertainty on investment, and the global effects of remote work post-COVID-19.

 

🔍Ongoing Research

Bloom’s ongoing research focuses on: Productivity and Innovation: Understanding how management practices influence firm and national productivity. Economic Uncertainty: Exploring the impact of policy changes, technological disruptions, and economic volatility on business investment. Remote Work: Analyzing the short-term and long-term implications of work-from-home trends on firms, employees, and the global economy. Entrepreneurship and Growth: Investigating how new businesses drive economic innovation and job creation.

 

🔬 Research Interests

Nicholas Bloom’s primary research interests include: Productivity and Economic Growth, Innovation and Management Practices, Economic Uncertainty and Policy Impact, Entrepreneurship and Development, Labor Economics

 

🎓Academic Background

Nicholas Bloom’s exceptional academic journey began with a BA in Economics from Cambridge University (Fitzwilliam College, 1991-1994). He then earned an MPhil in Economics from Oxford University (St. Peter’s College, 1994-1996). He completed his Ph.D. in Economics at University College London (1996-2001), focusing on “Real Options, Uncertainty, and Investment,” under the guidance of esteemed advisers John Van Reenen and Richard Blundell.

 

🏆Scholarships and Awards

Nicholas Bloom’s exceptional contributions to economics have earned him numerous prestigious awards, including: Guggenheim Fellow (2022), CES Distinguished Fellow (2020), Schumpeter Prize (2019), HBR McKinsey Award (2018), EIB Prize (2014), Kauffman Medal (2014), American Academy of Arts & Sciences Fellow (2013), Bernácer Prize (2012), Frisch Medal (2010), NSF Career Award (2009), Alfred Sloan Research Fellowship (2008)

 

🧬Bioinformatics 

While not directly in bioinformatics, Bloom’s work leverages data-driven analytics, machine learning tools, and complex statistical models to process large-scale economic and firm-level datasets. His methodological rigor aligns closely with analytical approaches used in bioinformatics.

 

🌐Professional Associations 

Bloom holds memberships in: National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) as a program co-director., American Economic Association (AEA)., Econometric Society, where he is a recognized fellow., American Academy of Arts & Sciences, demonstrating his status as a leading scholar in his field.

 

 📚Training & Workshops 

Nicholas Bloom actively engages in training future economists through workshops, seminars, and conferences. He frequently leads workshops on management practices, productivity analysis, and economic uncertainty. His teaching and mentoring roles at Stanford have influenced countless Ph.D. students and junior researchers globally.

 

🎤Oral Presentations and🗣️Thought Leadership 

Bloom is a sought-after speaker at major economic conferences, including the AEA Annual Meeting, NBER Workshops, and International Economics Conferences. His presentations on management, uncertainty, and productivity consistently receive acclaim for their clarity, depth, and relevance.

 

🧑‍🔬Tasks Completed as a Researcher 

Throughout his career, Nicholas Bloom has: Conducted large-scale global surveys of management practices., Developed models to measure the impact of economic uncertainty on investment., Advised businesses and policymakers on the implications of remote work., Collaborated with firms to improve productivity through innovative management techniques.

 

🚀Success Factors 

Bloom’s success as a researcher stems from: Interdisciplinary Approach: Bridging economics, management, and data analytics., Global Impact: Addressing challenges with worldwide relevance., Innovative Methods: Employing advanced econometric models and big data., Policy Influence: Providing valuable insights for firms, governments, and institutions.

 

🧪Publications & Laboratory Experience

Bloom has published over 100 high-impact research papers and reports, many of which are widely cited in academic, business, and policy circles. His work is supported by state-of-the-art research labs at Stanford University and collaborations with NBER. His studies often involve extensive fieldwork, data collection, and innovative quantitative analysis.

 

🔍 Conclusion

Nicholas Bloom’s exemplary career as an economist reflects his profound contributions to productivity, innovation, and economic growth. As a world-renowned scholar, mentor, and policy influencer, he has transformed how firms and policymakers approach economic challenges. His prestigious awards, leadership roles, and groundbreaking research solidify his position as one of the most influential economists of his generation. Nicholas Bloom’s work continues to inspire innovation and drive progress in both academic and practical economic realms.

 

📚Publications

  • The international empirics of management

     Author: Scur, D., Ohlmacher, S., Van Reenen, J., Qian, F., Zimmermann, F.

     Journal: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America

  • How working from home reshapes cities

     Author: Ramani, A., Alcedo, J., Bloom, N.

     Journal: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America

  • 2020 Klein Lecture—Investment and Subjective Uncertainty

     Author: Bloom, N., Davis, S.J., Foster, L., Ohlmacher, S., Saporta-Eksten, I.

     Journal: International Economic Review

  • Hybrid working from home improves retention without damaging performance

     Author: Bloom, N., Han, R., Liang, J.

     Journal: Nature

  • Using Disasters to Estimate the Impact of Uncertainty

     Author: Baker, S.R., Bloom, N., Terry, S.J.

     Journal: Review of Economic Studies

  • The Finance Uncertainty Multiplier

     Author: Alfaro, I., Bloom, N., Lin, X

     Journal: Journal of Political Economy