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Michael Lounsbury is a Professor of Business Strategy & Entrepreneurship (part-time) at the Australian National University (ANU) and holds a primary appointment as a Professor at the University of Alberta School of Business. He also serves as the A.F (Chip) Collins Chair, Chair of the Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Management Department, and Academic Director of the eHUB entrepreneurship centre. His research focuses on institutional change, entrepreneurial dynamics, and the emergence of new industries. Lounsbury obtained his Ph.D. in Sociology and Organization Behavior from Northwestern University in 1999.
Research Interests: Lounsbury’s work explores the interplay between organizational and institutional change, the role of culture in entrepreneurship, and the impact of social movements on market structures. He has pioneered the concept of cultural entrepreneurship, examining how ventures navigate conflicting institutional logics to achieve legitimacy. His recent studies emphasize institutional trust, governance challenges in academia, and the societal effects of entrepreneurship.
Publications & Awards: Over 15+ recent articles highlight themes like symbolic differentiation in ventures, downstream effects of social movements, and institutional bricolage. His work appears in top journals such as Research in the Sociology of Organizations, where he serves as series editor. Awards include the endowed A.F (Chip) Collins Chair, recognizing his scholarly contributions.
Advising & Grants: While no specific student advisees or grant details are listed, his academic leadership roles (e.g., eHUB directorship) suggest extensive mentorship in entrepreneurship and strategy.
Labs/Teams: Leads the eHUB entrepreneurship centre at Alberta, fostering innovation ecosystems and venture development.
