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Lawrence Williams is an Associate Professor of Marketing at the Leeds School of Business, University of Colorado Boulder. His research examines how environmental cues subtly influence consumer behavior, the impact of psychological distance on emotional judgments, and mechanisms of self-regulation and self-control. He has published extensively in top journals including the Journal of Consumer Research, Psychological Science, and Science.
Dr. Williams received his Ph.D. in Psychology from Yale University in 2008, following an M. Phil. from Yale and an undergraduate degree (AB) in Psychology from Harvard University. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in psychological principles applied to consumer behavior research.
Williams' research focuses on consumer psychology with special emphasis on judgment and decision making, self-control mechanisms, emotional responses, and nonconscious influences on consumer behavior. His work bridges psychological theory with practical marketing applications, revealing how subtle environmental cues can significantly impact consumer choices and experiences without conscious awareness. He is particularly known for his research on embodied cognition, demonstrating connections between physical sensations and psychological states.
His publication record shows a consistent focus on psychological distance, consciousness in consumer decision-making, and the interplay between physical sensations and psychological states. Williams' research demonstrates how seemingly minor environmental factors can have profound effects on consumer behavior through nonconscious processes. His work has important implications for understanding consumer motivation and improving marketing practices.
- National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow (2005)
- Whitebox Advisors Doctoral Fellow (2007)
Dr. Williams teaches courses in consumer behavior, promotion, and e-commerce marketing, bringing psychological insights to practical marketing applications. He actively collaborates with colleagues across psychology and marketing disciplines to explore the complex interplay between cognitive processes and consumer behavior, contributing significantly to our understanding of the unconscious drivers of consumer decisions.
