Enlan Wang

Enlan Wang is an Assistant Professor in the Management Department at the University of Missouri's Robert J. Trulaske, Sr. College of Business. With over a decade of experience in international business development and consulting across Europe and the Asia-Pacific region in the technology sector, she now focuses on strategy, innovation, and entrepreneurship research. Her work examines cognitive and behavioral strategies in emerging technologies, including category strategy and entrepreneurial imagination.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Southern California
• M.L.A., The University of Chicago
• B.A., Sun Yat-sen University (China)

Research Interests: Dr. Wang's research bridges strategic management with emerging technologies, exploring how cognitive frameworks and behavioral insights shape organizational innovation and entrepreneurial decision-making in dynamic markets. Her work emphasizes the interplay between technological advancements and managerial strategies.

Professional Background: Prior to academia, she held roles in international business development and consulting across Europe and Asia-Pacific, particularly in the technology sector. This industry experience informs her research focus on global innovation ecosystems.

Labs/Teams: Active in the strategy, innovation, and entrepreneurship group within the Management Department.