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Team

Merle Raun (Tambur), PhD

Co-founder, CEO
merle.raun@levellab.ee

I am the co-founder and CEO of LevelLab, responsible for the strategic management and development of our services. My main areas of focus include research design, conducting employee surveys and business analyses, helping organizations gain a better understanding of their people and business environment to support informed decision-making.

I have extensive experience in topics related to organizational culture, work environment, and leadership. I have worked as a lecturer, consultant, and trainer, focusing on conflict management, the prevention of workplace bullying, psychosocial risk factors, and fostering a positive work climate. I believe that employee well-being and a strong organizational culture are the foundation of a company’s success.

I have completed my doctoral studies at the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration at the University of Tartu (2015).

Tauno Õunapuu, MSc

Co-founder, CTO
tauno.ounapuu@levellab.ee

I am a co-founder and development manager at LevelLab. My responsibilities primarily include managing evaluation projects, software and technology development, as well as quantitative analysis.

I have over 10 years of experience working as a senior executive in a private higher education institution, and I have a deep understanding of both the business and education sectors. As an academic, I have focused on research methodology and data analysis, as well as research on professional competitiveness and smart city studies.

I have graduated from the University of Tartu with a Master’s degree in Computer Science (1994).

Delis Lauringson, MA

Research manager
delis.lauringson@levellab.ee

I am a research manager at LevelLab and I am responsible for organizing, preparing, and conducting research. 2024. In June 2024, I completed my master’s degree in Social and Information Process Analysis at the University of Tartu. Previously, I have been involved in preparing research in the public sector and I also have work experience in the field of marketing.

Raul Parts, MA

Analyst
raul.parts@levellab.ee

I work as an analyst at LevelLab and have over ten years of experience in economic policy research and impact analysis, both in Estonia and internationally. Additionally, I have nearly twenty years of experience as a co-manager of a family business. Since 2019, I have been a guest lecturer at Tallinn University, teaching the course Foundations of Economic Policy.

I hold a master’s degree in International Relations from the University of Tartu. I have also graduated from the Estonian School of Diplomacy and am currently pursuing doctoral studies at the University of Bristol.

Viivian Veski, BA

Analyst
viivian.veski@levellab.ee

I am an analyst at LevelLab, primarily engaged in quantitative analysis, as well as the preparation, implementation, and interpretation of research and data. I hold a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture and environmental management. I have worked in the public sector on spatial planning analysis, assessing environmental impacts and resource use, and seeking sustainable solutions.