Luciana’s Research

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Welcome to “Luciana’s Research,” where I invite you to explore the depth and breadth of my academic inquiries and contributions. Within this repository, you’ll find a structured exploration of my empirical research, ongoing projects, conference engagements, and notable fellowships and awards.

Under the section titled “Empirical Research,” you’ll discover my published works, including contributions to esteemed publications such as Research Handbook on Destructive Leadership and the Handbook on Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility. Delve into these insightful pieces, each offering a unique perspective on contemporary issues within the realms of leadership and corporate social responsibility.

In the realm of ongoing research, I invite you to explore my work in progress, including studies on client relational identification, historical evolution of global leadership, and the impact of upbringing experiences on cross-cultural leadership competence. These endeavors reflect my commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering dialogue within academic and professional communities.

As a proponent of scholarly exchange, I actively participate in conferences worldwide, presenting papers and engaging in discussions on topics ranging from legal profession dynamics to multiracial leadership experiences. Join me on this journey as I navigate the vibrant landscape of academic discourse and collaboration.

Moreover, my contributions extend beyond traditional research avenues, encompassing applied research and consulting endeavors. From serving as an external project evaluator for the UCI School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences to collaborating with organizations such as Microsoft and ViaSat Inc., I leverage my expertise to drive meaningful impact and innovation in diverse domains.

Finally, I am humbled to have received recognition for my contributions, including fellowships from the Maldonado Executive Leadership Institute and the Crossing Boundaries Research Award from Claremont Graduate University. These accolades serve as testament to my dedication to excellence and pursuit of scholarly excellence.

Join me on this voyage of discovery and exploration, where research meets innovation and knowledge transforms the world. Welcome to “Luciana’s Research.”

Empirical Research

Publications

Simion, L., Bligh, M. (in press). The impact of multidimensional crises on followers’ vulnerability to destructive leadership. In Neves, P., Breevaart, K., & Schyns, B., (Eds), Research Handbook on Destructive Leadership: Forms, Context, and Boundary Conditions. Edgar Elgar

Ometto, M. P., Simion, L., Ratiu, C., & Cherry, B. (2024). Social alliances as catalyzers of CSR programs’ impact. In Handbook on Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility (pp. 217–233). Edward Elgar Publishing. https://www.elgaronline.com/edcollchap/book/9781802208771/book-part-9781802208771-28.xml

Simion, L. (2017). New Security Challenges and the Need for New Prevention Measures. The Jeffersonian, 33, 33-36. https://the-jeffersonian.school.blog/2017/12/12/new-security-challenges-and-the-need-for-new-prevention-measures/

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Research in progress

Simion, L. (in data collection). Thriving in Law: Fostering Well-being Through Client Relational Identification and Cultural Competence (accepted at the WAM’s 2024 Conference)

Simion, L., Reichard, B. (under review by The Leadership Quarterly). Historical Evolution and Intellectual Foundations of Global Leadership: A Bibliometric Review (presented at the ILA’s 25th Global Conference in 2023)

Simion, L. (finalizing manuscript). The Horizon on Global Leadership. A Bibliometric Review (accepted at the WPA’s 2024 Conference)

Watterson, A., Simion, L., Rasmussen, S. (finalizing manuscript). Multiracial Leaders: Exploring the Role of Upbringing Experiences in Shaping Cross-Cultural Leadership Competence

Simion, L., Ometto, P., M. (finalizing manuscript). The Impact of Institutional Environment on “Entry” or “Divest” Decisions of Multinationals’ FDI: The Case of Chevron Corporation Fracking Operations

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Conferences

2024

Simion, L. (2024, March 15). Promoting Deep Acting in The Legal Profession: Relational Identification and Cultural Competence as Moderators of Employee Reactions to Unfair Customer Treatment [Developmental Paper]. Western Academy of Management (WAM)’s 65th Conference, Long Beach, CA, United States. https://www.wamonline.org/2024conference

Watterson, A., Simion, L., & Rasmussen, S. (2024, April 20). Multiracial Leadership: A Qualitative Exploration of Leadership Experiences [Poster presentation] The Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP), Chicago, IL, United States. https://www.siop.org/Annual-Conference

Simion, L. (2024, April 24-28). Mapping the Global Leadership Horizon Through Bibliometric Methods [Conference paper presentation]. Western Psychological Association (WPA)’s Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA, United States. https://westernpsych.org/

Simion, L. (2024, April 24-28). Thriving in Law: Fostering Wellbeing Through Client Relational Identification and Cultural Competence [Developmental paper presentation]. Western Psychological Association (WPA)’s Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA, United States. https://westernpsych.org/

Watterson, A. & Simion, L. (2024, April 24-28). Hidden Horizons: A Qualitative Exploration of Multiracial Leaders’ Development and Leadership. [Conference paper presentation]. Western Psychological Association (WPA)’s Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA, United States. https://westernpsych.org/

2023

Watterson, A., Simion, L. & Rasmussen, S. (2023, December 6). Emerging Models of Cross-Cultural Leadership – Multiracial Leaders [Conference paper presentation]. Maldonado Executive Leadership Institute (MELI) Research Symposium, Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA, United States. https://my.cgu.edu/transdisciplinary/symposium/

Simion, L. (2023, October 3-4). Historical evolution and intellectual foundations of the global leadership field. A bibliometric review [Conference paper presentation]. 25th International Leadership Association (ILA) Global Conference, Vancouver, Canada. https://web.cvent.com/hub/events/

Simion, L. (2023, April 14). Beyond bibliometrics: The crucial role of global leaders in advancing social justice and equity [Conference paper presentation]. Realizing Equity Research Symposium, Transdisciplinary Studies Program, Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA, United States. https://my.cgu.edu/transdisciplinary/symposium/

Watterson, A., Rasmussen, S., Simion, L. (2023, April 14). The role of multiracial individuals’ upbringing in their leadership development [Conference paper presentation]. Realizing Equity Research Symposium, Transdisciplinary Studies Program, Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA, United States. https://my.cgu.edu/transdisciplinary/symposium/

2013

Simion, L. (2013, February 13). Comparative analysis of the shale gas legal frameworks [Round Table Presentation]. Shale gas. Environmental Issues, Economic Opportunities, The Ecological University of Bucharest, Romania (Organizer and member of the panel of specialists, +200 participants, including NGOs, the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, and Bucharest City Council).             

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Fellowships & Awards

2024 Maldonado Executive Leadership Institute (MELI) Graduate Fellowship (December, 2023)

2023–2024 Crossing Boundaries Research Award, Transdisciplinary Studies Program, Claremont Graduate University (June, 2023)  

2023 Maldonado Executive Leadership Institute (MELI) Graduate Fellowship (December, 2022)

Spring 2018 Dean’s Honor List, Thomas Jefferson School of Law (May, 2018)                                                             

2017 Outstanding Entering Student Award, Thomas Jefferson School of Law (January, 2017)                                                      

2013 Special Award for Outstanding Research in the Social and Economic Fields – National Commission for Strategy and Prognosis / The Ministry of Finance of Romania  (December 2012)

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Applied Research & Consulting

2022 – 2023 External Project Evaluator for UCI School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences (SPPS)

Luciana collaborated closely with SPPS’ Project Manager and the Dean of SPSP to devise and implement a highly effective evaluation strategy for the strategic plan, specifically tailored for the anticipated 2024 accreditation visits. She provided expert guidance to SPPS leadership in assessing progress towards the 2019-2024 Strategic Plan through the development and execution of robust project evaluation methodologies. Luciana conducted comprehensive data collection and analysis, utilizing a variety of sources including internal documents, external reviews, focus groups, and interviews, to pinpoint areas of improvement and establish organizational priorities. Finally, she successfully initiated the implementation of the evaluation plan in Fall 2023, ensuring its seamless integration into ongoing processes for continuous improvement.

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022 – Claremont Accenture Talent Innovation Lab Associate

As an Associate at the Claremont Accenture Talent Innovation (CATI) Lab, Luciana participated in the validation of core Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scales (BARS) by conducting in-depth interviews with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from Accenture Americas, Europe, and India.

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2022 – Microsoft (CO+I) “Be Well” Employee Well-being Program Development

As part of the team entrusted with developing the CO+I’s “Be Well” employee wellbeing initiative, Luciana strategically defined objectives and the overall mission for the CO+I Wellbeing Champions, acting as change agent. She planned and conducted focus groups with CO+I leaders and employees across EMEA, APAC, and the Americas. Luciana enhanced employee engagement through high-level content and strategic activities tailored to the insights gleaned from the data collected. Contributed to the improvement of the CO+I Wellbeing program by providing valuable advice to the Learning & Development manager on strategic initiatives.

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2021 – ViaSat Inc. Civil Drone Applications & Connectivity Opportunities

During her tenure as a Market Intelligence Consultant at ViaSat Inc., as part of her Master’s Capstone Project at California State University, San Marcos, Luciana identified new business opportunities through an extensive global analysis of the satellite-to-drone market. She conducted interviews with 14 industry experts to uncover potential challenges in integrating small drones into satellite communication networks. Moreover, she played a key role in developing effective go-to-market strategies for the Market Intelligence Team and ensuring the project’s success by providing strategic advice to ViaSat Inc.’s VP on Global Communications Solutions.2021 – Broadcast

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Microwave Services, Inc. European Aerospace & Defense Opportunities (Military Drones and UAVs) for Broadcast Microwave Services, Inc.

As a Business Development and Market Intelligence Intern, she actively contributed to identifying business opportunities and prospective strategic partners in the US and European Aerospace & Defense markets, focusing on ultralong range data link solutions and mission-critical real-time video and data applications. Successfully generating leads in sales within the European Aerospace & Defense sector, she provided crucial insights to executives by staying abreast of EU and country-level defense procurement regulations, budget cycles, and approval processes. Leveraging her analytical skills, she designed Tableau dashboards to visually depict BMS’s historical financial performance patterns and key customer relationships based on a decade of sales data. Furthermore, Luciana played a key role in advising BMS Inc.’s CEO and VPs of Business Development, Sales & Marketing on strategic business initiatives, contributing to the overall growth and success of the organization.

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