Katie Thompson

Dr. Katie Thompson is a Lecturer in Marketing at the Business School, Manchester Metropolitan University. Her academic background includes a PhD in Marketing from the University of Liverpool (supported by an ESRC scholarship), an MSc in Marketing, and a BA in English Literature. She specializes in consumer culture, embodiment, and ethical marketing, with a focus on qualitative research methods.

Education:

• PhD in Marketing, University of Liverpool (ESRC Scholarship)
• MSc Marketing, University of Liverpool (Student of the Year)
• BA English Literature

Research Interests: Thompson’s work explores the intersection of technology, self-identity, and consumer behavior. Key areas include selfie-editing practices, surveillance in digital spaces, and the ethical implications of marketing in consumer culture. She has presented at high-profile conferences like the Academy of Marketing and Netnocon.

Awards & Impact: Thompson secured funding for the 2024 ESRC Festival of Social Science event, addressing digital technology’s impact on childhood. Her recognitions include the 2021 Methods in 3 Minutes Award and a UKRI Policy Internship placement in the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport.

Teaching & Supervision: Module leader for Marketing Psychology (Level 7). Supervises PhD topics in consumer culture, technology consumption, and wellbeing. Teaches consumer behavior, marketing communications, and research methods across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.