PROJECT PARTNERS
Kaunas University of Technology
Kaunas University of Technology – the largest technological university in the Baltics. Known for its linkages with business, leadership in scientific research, flexible interdisciplinary study programmes and unforgettable study experience, KTU is fast forwarding to becoming an internationally acknowledged institution of higher education. KTU is situated in Kaunas, the second largest city of Lithuania, which is a significant centre of industry, transport, science and culture. Dating back to 1922, the University has developed a great potential for studies and research, and became visible in the international arena. KTU is famous throughout the world for its breakthroughs in ultrasound, organic chemistry, mechatronics, system diagnostics, environmental engineering and in many other fields of science. The University successfully implements European education programmes and closely collaborates with Lithuanian and foreign industry. University scientists carry out 70 per cent of country’s higher education researches for business. Currently, Kaunas University of Technology is successfully moving forward to become the university of science and innovations, which would provide effective cooperation among the studies, science and business. Since its establishment in 1922, University has had more than 130,000 graduates.
Reda Žilėnaitė
Head of Doctoral School at KTU
I hold Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Business Administration and Management and have more than 13 years of experience at the University’s Doctoral School. For the past 7 years, I have been working as the Head of the Doctoral School, where I oversee doctoral education and research training, coordinate study processes across University faculties and research institutes, and strengthen collaboration with international academic and research partners.
My professional expertise lies in higher education management, strategic planning, and the coordination of different doctoral study processes.
Jurgita Giniuniene
Head of HRM Office, KTU
I am a people-focused leader and academic with over 14 years of experience in human resources management, teaching, and research. Currently, I head the Human Resources Management Office at Kaunas University of Technology, where I develop and implement HR strategies to strengthen organizational growth and employee engagement.
In parallel, I lecture in Business Strategy and lead research on value co-creation, digital platforms, and social-purpose ecosystems, funded by the Lithuanian Research Council.
My earlier career in the UK shaped my expertise in recruitment, performance management, and employee development, which I now combine with academic insights to bridge practice and theory.
I am passionate about strategic HR, organizational development, and empowering people to reach their potential whether in business, research, or education.
