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Dr. Robert S. Smith is an Associate Professor of Marketing at Suffolk University’s Sawyer Business School. He holds a PhD from Florida State University and teaches courses in machine learning, marketing analytics, and biostatistics. His research focuses on consumer psychology, biases, and engagement within the attention economy, with applications to small businesses, startups, sports, and pedagogy. He has partnered with organizations like the Boston Red Sox and Mass General Hospital.
Dr. Smith has received multiple awards including the 2023 Dean's Excellence Award in Teaching and the 2018 Eastern Academy of Management Best Paper Award. He has secured grants for curriculum innovation and experiential learning initiatives. His teaching portfolio includes ten courses, emphasizing practical projects with real-world clients. He also contributes to academic journals such as Journal of Business Research and Current Psychology.
- Education: PhD (Florida State), MS (Mississippi State), BS (Louisiana State)
- Key Research Areas: Crowdfunding psychology, consumer behavior in social commerce, and marketing leadership
His work bridges theoretical frameworks with applied marketing solutions, particularly in leveraging gratitude mechanisms and collaborative information exchange.
