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Green human resource management and employee retention: the roles of innovative climate, knowledge sharing, and mindfulness in Vietnamese luxury hotels

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: This study examines the impact of Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) on Employee Retention (ER) in the high-end hotel sector of Vietnam, with a focus on the mediating role of Innovative Climate (IC), Knowledge Sharing (KS), and Mindfulness (MF). While the environmental benefits of GHRM are well-established, its influence on employee-related outcomes, particularly in emerging markets like Vietnam, has received limited attention. This research addresses this gap by analyzing data from 298 employees in 4- and 5-star hotels using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings reveal that GHRM practices significantly enhance employee retention, especially when mediated by IC, which fosters a culture of innovation and sustainability. Additionally, KS and MF strengthen the relationship between GHRM and ER by promoting collaboration, creativity, and well-being. These results offer valuable insights for luxury hotels seeking to integrate sustainable HRM strategies, improve employee loyalty, and address high turnover rates in the competitive hospitality industry. This research contributes to the GHRM literature by providing a deeper understanding of how IC mediates the relationship between GHRM and ER, filling a critical gap in the context of Vietnam’s growing hotel sector.

Source: Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

DOI: 10.1057/s41599-026-07712-z

Authors: Phuong Giao Linh Le, Van Kien Pham

Institution: University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City

Language: English

Topic: Environmental Sustainability in Business

Subfield: Marketing

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,890