A bridge builder between economics, sociology, and ethics
With her unique, interdisciplinary approach, Klarita connects economic issues with social structures, behavioral norms, and institutional dynamics like no one else. Her lectures are an intellectual journey through the foundations of our society.
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Klarita Gërxhani is an internationally renowned professor of socio-economics and head of the Department of Ethics, Governance, and Society at the School of Business and Economics at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. With her unique, interdisciplinary approach, she connects economic issues with social structures, behavioral norms, and institutional dynamics like no one else. Her lectures are an intellectual journey through the foundations of our society – sharp, well-founded, and always relevant.
Gërxhani’s academic career began in Albania, where she earned her master’s degree in general economics from the University of Tirana. She continued her studies at the University of Amsterdam and obtained her PhD from the prestigious Tinbergen Institute. Since then, she has followed an impressive international academic path, including a professorship at the prestigious European University Institute in Florence. She is also a lifelong member of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW), a recognition of her exceptional scientific contributions.
Klarita Gërxhani is a sought-after speaker due to her ability to make complex societal themes clear and accessible. She combines academic depth with social engagement.
Klarita Gërxhani is a speaker who appeals to both the mind and the heart. She does not provide simple answers but encourages thinking, reflection, and dialogue. Her lectures are particularly suitable for policymakers, academics, social organizations, and companies looking for depth in themes such as inequality, ethics, behavior, and institutions.
With her international experience, scientific authority, and authentic style, she captivates every audience – from boardroom to lecture hall. Book Klarita Gërxhani for a lecture that not only informs but also inspires change.
How do inequalities in status, opportunities, and rewards arise? And how can we address these structurally? Gërxhani demonstrates how both competitive work environments and (subtle) mechanisms – such as social norms and unconscious bias – perpetuate inequality, even within modern, seemingly inclusive organisations.
What happens beyond the view of official statistics? Gërxhani’s research into informal labour, tax evasion, and institutional trust offers surprising insights into how people behave when rules and social norms clash.
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