Abigail Pearce

Abigail Pearce is a Lecturer at the University of Wolverhampton, affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Engineering and the University of Wolverhampton Business School. She holds a BA (Hons) in International Hospitality Management (First Class) and a PGCE in Post Compulsory Education, both from the University of Wolverhampton, and is completing an MSc in Management at the University of Lincoln with a predicted Distinction.

• BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management (First Class) – University of Wolverhampton
• PGCE (Post Compulsory Education) – University of Wolverhampton
• MSc Management – University of Lincoln (predicted Distinction, graduation March 2023)

Her research focuses on the integration of Artificial Intelligence and Self-Service Technologies in the hospitality sector. She is also deeply interested in management and leadership, particularly examining the challenges and opportunities for women in leadership roles and for mothers re-entering the workforce after maternity leave. Her industry background in retail, events, and hospitality enriches her academic perspective.

Although no publications are currently listed, her research trajectory indicates a strong focus on technological innovation in service industries and gender-inclusive leadership practices.

Abigail is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA), recognizing her teaching excellence and professional development in higher education.

• Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA)

She began her academic career as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in 2018, progressed to Visiting Lecturer in 2020, and was appointed as a full-time Lecturer later that year. There is no indication of grant funding in the provided text, but her ongoing MSc and active teaching role suggest continued professional growth. She is based at location MN017 and contributes to programs in business, management, and hospitality education.

Abigail has no listed laboratory or research team, but her work appears to be aligned with business school initiatives in leadership and digital transformation in service industries.