Guest speakers

Chris is a leading researcher in international and comparative HRM, focusing on global mobility (including expatriates and migrants), international HRM differences, and advocating for a more inclusive, less elitist approach to the field.

A prolific author with over 30 books and hundreds of articles to his name, Chris frequently consults for the private, public, and third sectors. His global impact has been recognized with an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Vaasa and the prestigious Georges Petitpas Memorial Award for his outstanding contributions to international HRM.

Current research interests include change in HRM, expatriats, and refugee employment.

Marian Thunnissen is a Professor of Lifelong Learning with over 20 years of experience across research, teaching, and consultancy, she is a leading expert on talent management, professional development, and careers—particularly within the public sector and higher education.

Marian is the Editor-in-Chief of the Dutch Journal of HRM. She has published extensively in top-tier journals such as Human Resource Management Review and has authored several books, including Talent Management in Practice. 

Her current research explores topics such as team-based talent management, the impact of organizational context on HR implementation.