Caroline Verzat

Caroline Verzat is an Associate Professor in the Department of Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Organization (SHO) at ESCP Business School (Paris, France). She holds a PhD in Sociology of Organizations from Paris IX-Dauphine and an HDR in Entrepreneurship. With over 20 years of academic and professional experience, her work bridges action research, entrepreneurial mindset development, and educational innovation.

Education:

• Ecole Normale Supérieure (Alumni)
• ESSEC Business School
• PhD in Sociology of Organizations (Paris IX-Dauphine)
• Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR) in Entrepreneurship

Research Focus:

• Action research integrating theory and practice
• Entrepreneurial mindset across life stages
• Educational system transformation for emancipatory learning
• Emotional dynamics in innovation teams

Recent publication trends emphasize AI applications in qualitative research, sustainability education, and emotional dimensions of entrepreneurship.

Key Contributions:

• Co-editor of Entreprendre et Innover (franco-anglophone entrepreneurship journal)
• Founder of FA2L (active pedagogy initiative)
• Developed LiveMentor platform for entrepreneurial coaching

Her work addresses systemic educational challenges while fostering resilience and sustainability in entrepreneurial ecosystems.