Leading HR

Dr Dieter Veldsman is AIHR’s Chief HR Scientist, as well as a Professor of Practice at the University of Johannesburg in HR and Organizational Behavior. A globally recognized expert in HR and organizational psychology, he has co-authored various books, and hosts the videocast The HR Dialogues.

Erik van Vulpen, AIHR’s Founder and Dean, has trained HR professionals and teams worldwide to use data and tech to achieve meaningful business outcomes and lasting organizational change. He also authors AIHR’s annual HR Trends Report and personally teaches several of AIHR’s certificate programs.

Dr Marna van der Merwe, AIHR’s Lead Subject Matter Expert, is a published author on various HR topics, including HR impact, strategic talent management, employee experience, and HR skills. She is also a registered Organizational Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Annelise Pretorius is AIHR’s Psychometrics Assessments Expert. She works with AIHR clients to improve their HR function by assessing current capabilities and identifying development priorities. She is also a registered Independent Psychometrist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Suhail Ramkilawan is AIHR’s Senior Solutions Advisor, as well as a registered Psychometrist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. He specializes in talent assessment, solution development, and strategic partnerships, and supports organizations in HR skills development and career progression.