- Recent Books
- Selected papers
➡ Recent Publications by Dr. Hertta Vuorenmaa
➡ Vuorenmaa, H., Sumelius, J., & Sanders, K. (2023). Examining missing pieces of the human resource (HR) attributions puzzle: The interplay between line manager beliefs, HR information and context. Frontiers in Psychology, 14.
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➡ Kauppila, O-P., Smale, A., Ehrnrooth, M., Mäkelä, K., Sumelius, J., & Vuorenmaa, H. (2020). Serving to Help and Helping to Serve: Using Servant Leadership to Influence Beyond Supervisory Relationships. Journal of Management.
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Hertta Vuorenmaa
➡ Dr. Hertta Vuorenmaa
➡ Affiliation
Experienced Researcher & Trainer
Chair, The Finnish Association of Work Life Research (FAWORE)
➡ Expertise
Dr. Hertta Vuorenmaa is a seasoned researcher and trainer specializing in workplace well-being, people management, and gender inequalities. She has contributed to several large-scale research projects funded by the Academy of Finland, focusing on the evolving nature of work and organizational dynamics.
➡ Research Interests
Her current research explores:
• The impact of artificial intelligence on work
• Remote work dynamics and organizational transformation
• Human-centered work design and future work skills
• Diversity and inclusion in the workforce
➡ Training & Teaching Experience
Dr. Vuorenmaa has extensive experience delivering executive and professional training on topics such as:
• Global Strategic HRM (EMBA Korea, Poland, Madrid/ESADE, Aalto EE, Helsinki)
• Strategic HRM & Changing Nature of Work (KuntaJOKO, Aalto EE)
• Executive HRM (Aalto EE)
• HR Skills, Organizational Culture, & Talent Management (Aalto EE, FEC, National Defence University, Finland)
• Business Strategy, Leadership & International Business (Hanken School of Economics)
• Workplace Bullying, Harassment & Gender Management (University of Helsinki)
➡ Professional Leadership
Dr. Vuorenmaa is the Chair of the Finnish Association of Work Life Research (FAWORE), actively shaping discussions on the future of work and workplace development.
➡ Duration
20 min – 2 hours (Keynote + Facilitated Group Work)
➡ Content
• Exploring the future of work and its impact on organizations and individuals
• Identifying essential skills for success in a rapidly evolving landscape
• Understanding the organizational culture required to support continuous learning
• Examining the leadership mindset and HR capabilities needed for adaptation
• Practical insights and strategies to prepare organizations and workforces for upcoming challenges and opportunities
➡ Language(s)
English
Swedish
Finnish
➡ Key Words
□ Workforce Resilience
□ Emerging Skills
□ Hybrid Work
□ Leadership Evolution
➡ Duration
20 min – 2 hours (Keynote + Facilitated Group Work)
➡ Content
• Understanding the role of organizational culture in fostering continuous learning and adaptation
• How leaders can create an environment that promotes curiosity, knowledge sharing, and innovation
• Strategies to align learning with organizational goals and empower employees
• Building resilience in a rapidly changing work environment
• Actionable insights to cultivate a culture that supports both individual and organizational growth
➡ Language(s)
English
Swedish
Finnish
➡ Key Words
□ Knowledge Sharing
□ Collaboration
□ Adaptability
□ Innovation-Driven
➡ Duration
30 min – 3 days (Keynote or In-Depth Workshop)
➡ Content
• Addressing the challenges and opportunities of the future of work through strategic people management
• Applying key HRM theories such as the Resource-Based View, Job Demands-Resources Model, and Strategic Human Resource Management frameworks
• Designing holistic and adaptable HR systems that align people strategies with organizational goals
• Building a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and resilience
• Exploring leadership development, employee experience, and talent management
• Actionable insights into creating integrated, strategic HR systems that enable organizations to thrive in a rapidly evolving work environment
➡ Language(s)
English
Swedish
Finnish
➡ Key Words
□ Strategic HRM
□ Holistic People Management
□ Organizational Resilience
□ Employee Experience
□ Talent Management Systems
□ Learning Culture
□ Innovation-Driven HR
□ Future-Ready Workforce
□ Leadership Development
□ HRM Theories in Practice