Rethinking Leadership in Challenging Times

Vanesa Vargas is Lecturer at the Faculty of Business Administration in foreign languages, where she teaches Entrepreneurship, the European Business Environment and Business Simulations. Her field of research is focused on E-Commerce, and her doctoral thesis was centered on the use of personal data in E-Business and Consumer Protection. She is the office manager of the Higher Education and Research in Management of European Universities (HERMES) and past President of the Rotaract Deva Association. She is a graduate of the German section of the Faculty of Business Administration in Foreign Languages and completed in 2019 the studies for the Bachelor of Laws. Vanesa is a former Konrad Adenauer Foundation scholar and in 2016 she obtained a Trainer certificate. She completed an internship in the Romanian Government, at the Ministry for Small and Medium Enterprises. Recently, she has taken on a key role in organizing the International Conference on Business Excellence, the International Conference on Economics and Social Sciences and publishing the conference proceedings. Vanesa has strong ties with the entrepreneurial network of FABIZ and actively contributes to its development. 

Dileta Jatautaitė is an experienced academic and researcher with over 30 years of pedagogical and research expertise, including more than 20 years of service within military institutions. Their professional background encompasses business education, sustainability, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and higher education internationalization. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at Vilnius University Business School and Mykolas Romeris University, Dileta Jatautaitė is dedicated to shaping future business leaders and researchers through interdisciplinary teaching and innovative research.

For over two decades, Dileta Jatautaitė worked extensively in the military education sector, specializing in organizational management, leadership, and language training. In this capacity, they held prominent leadership roles, such as Head of the Department of Foreign Languages, where they spearheaded initiatives to enhance language education and training for military personnel. Their work focused on English for Specific Purposes (ESP), including Military English, Academic English, and Business English, equipping military professionals with advanced communication skills for multilingual and international settings. Participation in international military language initiatives, such as those organized by NATO and the Bureau for International Language Coordination (BILC), further developed their expertise in cross-cultural communication and global collaboration.

In the academic realm, Dileta Jatautaitė research interests include business sustainability, corporate ethics, entrepreneurship, and the globalization of higher education. Their work emphasizes the impact of international trends on educational systems and corporate governance. A prolific author, they have contributed numerous scientific articles, books, and reviews in these fields. Additionally, Dileta Jatautaitė has made significant contributions to language education, focusing on ESP, Business English, and Academic English, with particular attention to multilingualism, psycholinguistics, and the integration of digital learning tools in education.

Dileta Jatautaitė is an active participant in international conferences, forums, and scientific events worldwide, including engagements in the USA and NATO-related gatherings. They frequently present research on sustainability, entrepreneurship, and language acquisition for professional purposes, building a global network and fostering collaboration across academic, military, and business sectors.

Beyond teaching and research, Dileta Jatautaitė serves on the editorial boards of several high-impact scientific journals and acts as a peer reviewer, supporting the dissemination of high-quality research. Their involvement in international academic projects bridges research and industry applications, particularly in advancing sustainable business practices and global education strategies.

With a career spanning over 30 years, including more than two decades in military education, Dileta Jatautaitė remains committed to promoting interdisciplinary research, sustainable development, and international academic cooperation. Their mission is to inspire and empower future generations through research, teaching, and meaningful global collaboration.