Laith Tashtoush | Business Administration | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Laith Tashtoush | Business Administration | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer | Near East University | Turkey

Assist. Prof. Dr. Laith Tashtoush is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Business Administration, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Near East University, Cyprus. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration (2020) from Near East University, following a Master’s (2008) from Al-Albayt University and a Bachelor’s (2003) from Mu’tah University, Jordan. His professional journey reflects a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in human resource management, organizational behavior, leadership studies, and innovation management. Dr. Tashtoush has guided numerous master’s students on topics ranging from artificial intelligence in marketing, sustainability, ethical leadership, to globalization and entrepreneurship, demonstrating his mentorship and leadership in academic research. His scholarly contributions include several publications in SSCI and Scopus-indexed journals, such as Sustainability, SAGE Open, and the South African Journal of Business Management, where he explores themes like servant leadership, organizational trust, human capital, and relationship marketing. His research interests focus on linking strategic HR practices, innovation capability, and organizational performance, integrating both theoretical and applied perspectives. Skilled in quantitative and qualitative research methods, data analytics, and conceptual model development, he effectively bridges academic inquiry with managerial practice. Dr. Tashtoush’s dedication to research excellence has earned him recognition within the international scholarly community. His career reflects a pursuit of impactful, interdisciplinary scholarship that advances sustainable organizational development and global management practices—positioning him as a dynamic and influential voice in contemporary business research.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

  • Eyupoglu, S. Z., & Tashtoush, L. (2020). The relationship between human resource management practices and organisational citizenship behaviour. South African Journal of Business Management, 51(1), 1–11. Cited by: 31

  • Tashtoush, L. (2021). The role of information systems capabilities as a driving force in enhancing organizational performance. Journal of Information Systems and Informatics, 3(2), 303–328.  Cited by: 23

  • Tashtoush, L. (2021). The effect of social media on consumer buying behavior in commercial banks. Saudi Journal of Business and Management Studies, 6(2), 28–38. Cited by: 23

  • Harb, H. K., Eyupoglu, S. Z., & Tashtoush, L. (2023). The relationship between administrative empowerment and organizational commitment: The mediating role of job satisfaction amongst academic staff in higher education. SAGE Open, 13(4), 21582440231218229. Cited by: 9

  • Tashtoush, L. (2022). The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the relationship between supply chain strategy and organizational performance. Asian Journal of Economics, Finance and Management, 7(1), 1–17. Cited by: 3

Maria dos Santos | Management | Excellence in Research

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Maria dos Santos | Management | Excellence in Research

Assistant Professor | University of Coimbra | Portugal

Assist. Prof. Dr. Maria do Céu Colaço dos Santos is an accomplished academic and researcher at the University of Coimbra, where she serves as Assistant Professor in Public-Private Administration within the Faculty of Law and as a researcher at CeBER – Centre for Business and Economics Research. She holds a Ph.D. in Management from the Faculty of Economics at the University of Coimbra and a postdoctoral degree in Public Administration from the University of Lisbon (ISCSP). At the Faculty of Law, she teaches across both undergraduate and master’s programs in public-private administration, bringing academic rigor and applied expertise to her courses. Over a career spanning more than 15 years, Dr. Santos has developed recognized expertise in organizational studies, with particular emphasis on emotional intelligence, creativity, innovation, organizational change, contract breach, and public sector excellence. Her teaching and research are complemented by active participation in international conferences and collaborations that bridge theory and practice in governance and management. She has published extensively in prestigious outlets such as Innovation: Organization & Management, International Journal of Organizational Analysis, European Management Review, and the Boletim de Ciências Económicas, with her work indexed in Scopus and widely recognized for advancing understanding of employee creativity, task conflict, role stress, and self-efficacy in high-tech firms. Her research skills include advanced qualitative and quantitative analysis, cross-cultural collaboration, and the integration of interdisciplinary perspectives into innovative organizational models. Dr. Santos has been invited to present at international forums, contribute to policy-oriented research projects, and mentor young scholars, underscoring her role as both a thought leader and community contributor. She is also an active member of academic and professional associations, strengthening her research visibility and professional networks. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and innovation, Dr. Maria do Céu Colaço dos Santos continues to make impactful contributions to organizational research, leadership development, and the global academic community—making her a deserving candidate for recognition and awards.

Profile: ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Santos, M. C. C., Coelho, F., Sousa, C. M. P., & Evanschitzky, H. (2025, March 9). Emotional intelligence and employee creativity in high-tech firms. Innovation: Organization & Management.

  2. Santos, M. C. C., Coelho, F., & Gomes, J. F. S. (2023, January 24). Competitive psychological climate, conflict and psychological contract breach. European Management Review, 20(3), 561-575.

  3. Santos, M. C. C. (2024). Gestão da Qualidade Total, qualidade do serviço público e modelos de excelência. Boletim de Ciências Económicas, Faculdade de Direito da Universidade de Coimbra.

  4. Santos, M. C. C., & Martins, L. L. (2023). Cidades sustentáveis, verdes, inteligentes, criativas e circulares: metodologias para avaliar a sustentabilidade da cidade. Revista do Centro de Estudos em Direito do Ordenamento, Urbanismo e do Ambiente (CEDOUA), Faculdade de Direito da Universidade de Coimbra, 47, 44-57.

  5. dos Santos, M. C. C., & Martins, L. L. (2021). A execução de políticas públicas sociais no novo regime da contratação pública da União Europeia: em especial a relevância das organizações do Terceiro Sector / The implementation of social public policies in the new public procurement regime in the European Union: the relevance of Third Sector organizations. Brazilian Journal of Business, 3(1), 579-591.