Maria Vakola is an Organizational Psychologist and Professor at the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), where she also serves as the Director of the MSc in Human Resource Management program.

Maria has published extensively in leading academic journals and has authored several books on organizational behavior and change management. Her research excellence has earned her global recognition, including being ranked among the top 2% of scientists worldwide in a Stanford University study. Maria is also the co-founder of job-pairs.gr, a non-profit organization dedicated to mentoring young graduates, which has made a significant impact on thousands of lives by facilitating their transition into the professional world. Maria is an award-winning educator and speaker, celebrated for her dynamic teaching methods and ability to inspire future leaders. Beyond academia, she has trained countless executives from a wide range of industries, equipping them with tools to navigate complex organizational challenges.