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Welcome to the Center for the Advancement of Virtual Organizations, a hub of current information and practices designed to support diverse industry professionals and educators in all facets of remote work. CAVO serves as a platform to unite research and practical knowledge by partnering with experts in remote work, with the goal of disseminating the latest developments in remote work and associated technologies.

The New CAVO Book is Coming Soon: “Winning in the Virtual Workplace” Authored by 10 Experts!

We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming release of Winning in the Virtual Workplace, an innovative book authored by 10 leading experts in the field. Packed with invaluable insights, practical strategies, and cutting-edge techniques, this book is your ultimate guide to thriving in the digital workspace. Stay tuned for updates and be among the first to elevate your virtual work experience!

Meet Q1 CAVO Visiting Virtual Expert, Dr. Cristina Imre

Dr. Cristina Imre is celebrated as a vanguard of transformative leadership, a
multifaceted professional, a polymath, and a pivotal figure in remote work evolution. As
the founder of Tech Leadership Lab, she brings her remarkable expertise as a serial
entrepreneur, executive coach, mindset expert, and author to the forefront of
technological progress and global change. Cristina’s journey, spanning over two
decades, has been marked by significant roles including CEO and Co-Founder of
Aecho, where she pioneered the integration of AI and voice technology with human-
centric methods.

Her pivotal transition to coaching and mentoring, through her Quantum Wins Coaching
& Mentoring Programs, underlines her commitment to scaling businesses by harnessing
the synergy between technology and human potential. Cristina’s unique approach,
blending rigorous research with classical and innovative methods, has earned her
monikers like “People Reader” and “Sherlock Holmes,” reflecting her acumen in
understanding human nature and business dynamics.

Beyond her professional realm, Cristina’s influence extends to advocating for non-
biased remote work, empowering individuals globally regardless of their location, age,
gender, or sexual orientation. Her leadership style, imbued with values of empathy,
vision, and purpose, resonates deeply with today’s visionary tech leaders, driving them
toward sustainable success and a legacy of positive global impact.

Interested in becoming a visiting virtual expert?

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Virtual Leadership Framework

Since 1996, NU has been at the forefront of virtual leadership. To demonstrate our success and commitment to excellence in virtual leadership, NU’s School of Business has a pronged approach.

Emotional Intelligence
  • Manage Relationships
  • Adaptive Communication
Communication
  • Technology
  • Conflict Mitigation
Accountability
  • Competency
  • Presence
Continuing Improvement
  • Change Management
  • Appreciate Inquiry
  • Risk Mitigation
Engagement
  • Building Trust
  • Community Development
  • Stakeholder Management
Human Capital
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Worker Development
  • Work/Life Balance

Rawlings, M., Menefee, S., White, G., & Allen, B. (2020). Center for the Advancement of Virtual Organizations. National University.

Virtual. Remote. What’s the difference?

virtual organization is one where employees engage in a limited physical corporate office presence, connecting remotely via technology.

remote job is one where an employee works at other locations often returning to a corporate office.

Although the terms virtual and remote are often used interchangeably, virtual work happens through teams or individuals operating at a distance with some degree of self-direction and autonomy (Burma, 2014; Caillier, 2013; McCann & Kohntopp, 2019).

Have a request for a future topic, tip, resource, success story, or want to engage with one of our contributors? If you’re interested in contributing to CAVO, please email us at [email protected].

Podcasts That Empower

Find insightful guidance on effective virtual workplace practices, including adaptive leadership, building trust and accountability through emotional intelligence, communication, engagement, presence, and much more.

Burma, Z. A. (2014). New organization structures: Virtual organizations. International Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, 6(2), 18-27.
Caillier, J. G. (2013). Are teleworkers less likely to report leave intentions in the United States federal government than non-teleworkers are? The American Review of Public Administration, 43(1), 72–88. doi:10.1177/0275074011425084
McCann, J., & Kohntopp, T. (2019). Virtual leadership in organizations: Potential competitive Advantage? SAM Advanced Management Journal, 84(3), 26–39