Michael Metzger

Michael Metzger is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, specializing in Marketing. He holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Toledo. His research focuses on university-based economic development, entrepreneurship, sustainable technologies, and Latin American economies. He teaches courses on marketing management, international marketing, and strategic consulting in Latin America and the Caribbean. Metzger also serves as a Faculty Associate with the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, contributing to programs with institutions like INCAE Business School and Cranfield School of Management.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Michigan, 2000
• M.A., University of Michigan, 1997
• M.B.A., University of Toledo, 1991

Research emphasizes socially responsible business practices and sustainable development in Latin America. He has published case studies on topics like Costa Rican floriculture, software startups, and violence prevention initiatives. Metzger has consulted for Latin American firms and worked in research administration at the University of Michigan, focusing on technology transfer and interdisciplinary collaboration.