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Dr. Anna Watson is a Professor in the Business School at Edinburgh Napier University, where she conducts impactful research in marketing and franchising. Her work spans entrepreneurial orientation, franchisee behavior, sustainability, and brand perception, with publications in leading journals such as Industrial Marketing Management, International Small Business Journal, and Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice.
Her research interests focus on understanding the dynamics of franchise systems, including how franchisors and franchisees interact, the role of national culture in entrepreneurial rhetoric, and the drivers of pro-environmental and citizenship behaviors within franchise networks. She also investigates branding strategies, particularly the impact of visual representation such as model body size on consumer perceptions.
Anna Watson's recent publications reveal a consistent focus on franchising, sustainability, and consumer behavior, with an increasing emphasis on green practices and organizational identity in franchise contexts. Her collaborative work with international scholars underscores a global research perspective.
- Franchising and Entrepreneurial Orientation
- Sustainability in Fast-Food Franchise Chains
- Brand Image and Consumer Perception
- Organizational Citizenship in Franchise Systems
- Hidden Innovation by Franchisees
- Cross-Cultural Franchisee Performance
Scientific Awards and Recognition:
- No specific awards or fellowships are mentioned in the provided texts.
Advising and Grants: Anna Watson has served as Director of Studies for doctoral student Jeremy Lowe, indicating her active role in graduate supervision. Her research has been supported by the University of Hertfordshire, though no additional grants or funding bodies are detailed.
Labs and Research Teams: There is no mention of specific labs, research centers, or formal teams led by Anna Watson in the provided information. However, her extensive collaboration network suggests active participation in international research initiatives.
