Gary W Rollins

Randy Evans (Ph.D., University of Mississippi) is a UC Foundation Professor of Management at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga's Gary W. Rollins College of Business. His research focuses on corporate social responsibility (CSR), employee perceptions, job performance (including deviance and proactivity), and strategic human resource management. He teaches organizational behavior and business ethics. His work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing practical implications for organizations and managers.

Evans has authored numerous articles in journals such as Journal of Business Venturing Insights, Journal of Health Organization and Management, and Management Research Review. His research highlights critical issues like workplace abuse, ethical leadership, and the role of CSR in organizational identity. Key themes include mitigating worker mistreatment, understanding leadership preferences in diverse regions (e.g., Africa), and exploring the ethical challenges in social entrepreneurship.

• Leadership and Resource Management in Entrepreneurial Ecosystems (2024)
• Coworker Abuse in Healthcare (2023)
• A Work Role Perspective of CSR (2022)

His advising and grants include collaborations on projects addressing healthcare reform, leadership development, and CSR integration into work roles. Evans actively serves on committees related to academic policy, faculty awards, and curriculum design at UTC. His involvement in academic service includes editorial roles for Group & Organization Management and reviewing for top conferences.