Anavir Shermon

Anavir Shermon is an Assistant Professor in Organizations, Strategy and International Management at the Jindal School of Management, University of Texas at Dallas. His research focuses on technology strategy and entrepreneurship, particularly examining how startups and large firms develop and commercialize new technologies in high-tech sectors.

• Ph.D. & MS: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• BSE: University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

His research explores:

• Prior experience's role in startup founders' decision-making
• Market opportunity identification for new technologies
• Resource and capital sourcing in high-tech industries

His academic work has been published in the Strategic Management Journal, with recent studies covering general-purpose technologies, drone industry dynamics, and regulatory frameworks in emerging markets.

Scientific Awards & Recognition:

• Best Reviewer Award, Competitive Strategy Interest Group, SMS London (2022)
• Peggy Lee & Sunil Wahal Award (2022)
• SRF Dissertation Scholar (2019)
• Best Conference Paper Finalist, SMS Frankfurt (2019)

As an educator, he teaches Technology & New Product Development (ENTP 6375) and collaborates with entrepreneurs on innovation strategies and business model development.