Fernando F. Suarez

Fernando F. Suarez is the Jean C. Tempel Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the D'Amore-McKim School of Business, Northeastern University. He previously served at Boston University, where he founded and chaired the Strategy and Innovation Department. He has held visiting positions at MIT Sloan School, London Business School, Hitotsubashi University, and institutions in Chile. His work bridges academic research and practical entrepreneurship.

Research Interests: His research centers on innovation and technology strategy, entry timing, industry evolution, platform competition, and the integration of services within product firms. He focuses on high-technology sectors such as telecommunications, computers, and software, exploring how firms adapt and compete through strategic innovation.

Publication Trends: His recent publications, appearing in top journals like Strategic Management Journal, Management Science, and MIT Sloan Management Review, reflect a cohesive focus on how firms navigate technological change, categorize innovations, and transform their business models. A recurring theme is the interplay between technological evolution and market categorization.

Advising and Grants: While specific students are not listed, his role as a professor and department founder suggests significant mentorship and leadership in academic development. He has been an institutional entrepreneur, founding an MBA program and a software company, and has consulted for and served on the boards of multiple firms, indicating strong industry engagement and likely grant or funding involvement.

Labs and Teams: He is affiliated with the NEXT Innovation Lab at Northeastern University, which supports research and innovation in entrepreneurship and transformative ventures. He is part of a faculty group focused on innovation and venture creation, combining scholarly rigor with practical impact.