Christopher Meyer

Christopher Meyer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Management at Baylor University, Waco, Texas, specializing in human interactions and teams within organizations. His expertise spans negotiation, motivation, emotion, and organizational justice, with recognition as an award-winning educator across executive, graduate, and undergraduate programs.

His academic credentials include:

• PhD in Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management from Michigan State University (2005)
• BBA in Management and Marketing from Northwood University (1992)

Meyer's research investigates psychological dynamics in workplace negotiations and team performance, emphasizing practical applications through case studies and literary analysis. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world business challenges, particularly in conflict resolution and emotional intelligence.

Publications reveal consistent focus on negotiation innovation, evolving from coalition theory (2013) to unconventional case studies (e.g., organized crime narratives in 2019) and contemporary book-length analysis (2024). Recurring themes include context-dependent strategy adaptation, pedagogical innovation, and emotional dimensions of bargaining.

Teaching portfolio features core courses Managing People in Organizations (MGT 3301) and Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (MGT 4320), informed by pre-academic industry experience in high-tech sales and management. His Meyer Negotiation platform extends impact through the Negotiation Innovation Podcast, consulting services, and speaking engagements addressing practical negotiation challenges.

Operational activities center on the Foster Business and Innovation building (Room 220.44), with ongoing knowledge dissemination through podcast episodes examining gender dynamics, transparency trade-offs, and multiparty negotiation strategies.