Christine Wowerath | Strategy | Excellence in Research Award

Mrs. Christine Wowerath | Strategy | Excellence in Research Award 

Research Assistant  & PhD Candidate | University of Innsbruck | Austria

Mrs. Christine Wowerath is a distinguished professional and researcher recognized for her significant contributions to strategic management and business strategy, demonstrating a strong academic orientation combined with applied leadership experience across international contexts. Her education has provided a solid foundation in analytical thinking, strategic planning, and organizational development, enabling her to approach complex business challenges with clarity and rigor. Professionally, Mrs. Christine Wowerath has held progressive roles involving research leadership, strategic advisory responsibilities.
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Niki Glaveli | Business Model | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Niki Glaveli | Business Model | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Niki Glaveli | Business Model | professor at University of the Aegean | Greece

Prof Niki Glaveli is a distinguished academic recognized for her influential scholarship in business administration, service quality, human resource management, organizational behavior, corporate social responsibility, and sustainable business strategy, contributing significantly to global research with more than two thousand citations and strong citation indices. Prof Niki Glaveli completed her higher education in business and management disciplines at leading European institutions, culminating in an advanced doctoral degree that laid the foundation for her long-standing academic career. She has built extensive professional experience as a senior faculty member at the University of the Aegean, where she has participated in major research initiatives, supervised postgraduate research, and collaborated with international scholars across Europe in fields such as service management, customer behavior, sustainability reporting, and organizational performance. Her research interests span strategic decision-making, customer satisfaction analytics, corporate ethics, work–family balance, digital transformation in service industries, and the integration of CSR into organizational culture. Prof Niki Glaveli possesses strong research skills in quantitative analysis, multivariate modeling, organizational diagnostics, survey design, service quality metrics, and data-driven managerial insights, which complement her ability to bridge theoretical concepts with real-world applications. She has produced numerous Scopus-indexed publications that remain widely cited, reflecting the strong academic relevance and impact of her contributions across interdisciplinary domains. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with influential co-authors from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, the University of Macedonia, the University of Patras, and the Technical University of Crete, strengthening the breadth and visibility of her research. Her academic accomplishments have earned her recognition within the scholarly community, including invitations to international editorial boards, research panels, and academic committees, further underscoring her leadership in advancing high-quality research. Prof Niki Glaveli continues to contribute to knowledge creation through active participation in research networks, professional associations, and policy-relevant initiatives. With a career marked by rigor, innovation, and a commitment to excellence, she remains dedicated to exploring contemporary issues in organizational management, strategic service delivery, and sustainable business transformation. In conclusion, Prof Niki Glaveli stands out as an exemplary scholar whose academic achievements, professional experience, and research leadership demonstrate her strong potential to continue shaping the evolving landscape of business management research at regional and international levels.

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Featured Publications:

  1. Glaveli, N., Petridou, E., Liassides, C., & Spathis, C. (2006). Bank service quality: Evidence from five Balkan countries. 223 citations.

  2. Spathis, C., Petridou, E., & Glaveli, N. (2004). Managing service quality in banks: Customers’ gender effects. 187 citations.

  3. Petridou, E., & Glaveli, N. (2008). Rural women entrepreneurship within co-operatives: Training support. 174 citations.

  4. Karassavidou, E., Glaveli, N., & Papadopoulos, C. T. (2009). Quality in NHS hospitals: No one knows better than patients. 161 citations.

  5. Glaveli, N. (2021). Corporate social responsibility toward stakeholders and customer loyalty: Investigating the roles of trust and customer identification with the company. 144 citations.

 

Sujit Sangram Sahoo | Business strategy | Best Researcher Award

Mr.Sujit Sangram Sahoo – Business strategy – Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad | India

Author Profile 

Early Academic Pursuits

He, Ph.D. Scholar specializing in Blockchain Security at the Dept. of Information Technology, CORDIoT LAB, CC2, IIIT-Allahabad, UP-211015, has built a solid foundation in information technology and security. His academic journey began at Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Odisha, where he completed his B. Tech. in Information Technology, achieving a CGPA of 7.05. He continued his education at the National Institute of Technology Rourkela, obtaining an M. Tech. in Computer Science with a specialization in Information Security. His thesis, “Certificateless Nominative Signature based upon DLP,” underscored his early interest in cryptographic systems and digital security.

 

Professional Endeavors

His professional journey is marked by his dedication to teaching and research. He accumulated 2.5 years of teaching experience, including 1.5 years as an Adjunct Faculty at Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad. His roles involved imparting knowledge in computer science and engineering, particularly in areas such as Operating Systems, Cryptography, Data Structures, Algorithms, and Network Security. This experience enriched his understanding of theoretical concepts and practical applications in IT security.

 

Contributions and Research Focus on Business strategy

His research focuses on Blockchain Technology and Cryptography. His Ph.D. thesis at IIIT-Allahabad, “Secure Virtual Instant Payment System in Blockchain,” addresses the scalability issues in blockchain technology by proposing off-chain protocols to improve transaction throughput. His work delves into Layer-2 Blockchain solutions, virtual payment models, and secure cryptographic methods. He has explored various aspects such as scalability, channel rebalancing in Bitcoin and Ethereum networks, and digital signature schemes for decentralized networks. His innovative approach to resolving disputes in virtual state channels and channel splitting for node idleness has been noteworthy.

Accolades and Recognition

His academic and professional achievements have earned him several recognitions. He has received MHRD fellowships for both his Ph.D. and M. Tech. studies. His scholarly contributions have been acknowledged through various awards, including the Best Boarder Award at NIT Rourkela and a state merit scholarship. Additionally, he has been actively involved in organizing and presenting at international conferences, such as IEEE INDICON and IEEE INDISCON, where his papers on secure blockchain models and payment networks have been well-received.

Impact and Influence

His work has significantly impacted the field of blockchain and cryptographic research. His research publications in esteemed journals such as the IEEE Transactions and SCI/SCIE journals have advanced the understanding of secure payment channels and blockchain-based virtual payment models. His involvement in developing certificateless cryptographic schemes has provided practical solutions for secure communications in decentralized networks, particularly for small power devices. His contributions to the academic community extend beyond research, as he has also been an active IEEE Young Professional Member and an organizer of workshops and courses on IoT, Machine Learning, and Blockchain.

Legacy and Future Contributions

His legacy in the field of blockchain and cryptography is characterized by his commitment to addressing real-world problems through innovative research. His ongoing work on secure virtual payment systems and certificateless cryptography continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of digital security. As he progresses in his academic and professional career, he is poised to make further significant contributions that will influence the development of secure and efficient blockchain technologies. His dedication to teaching and mentoring the next generation of IT professionals ensures that his impact will be felt for years to come.

 

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