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Wendy Cagle is an Associate Instructor at Western Carolina University, part of the School of Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Sport Management, and Hospitality and Tourism Management within the College of Business. With 8 years of academic experience and 21 years in economic development, she focuses on entrepreneurship education and consulting with businesses. She holds an MBA and BSBA from Western Carolina University.
Education:
- MBA, Western Carolina University
- BSBA in Accounting, Western Carolina University
Research Interests: Wendy examines the impact of small businesses on rural versus urban economies, questioning current metrics like job creation and sales growth. She also studies how student engagement and applied learning activities correlate with post-graduation employment outcomes. Her work highlights the need for improved evaluation frameworks to enhance government support for rural small businesses.
Professional Involvement: As a certified facilitator, she collaborates with the Corporation for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, a university-linked entity promoting economic growth through business development. She consults on strategic planning, change management, and succession strategies for local businesses and governments. Her advisory roles extend to regional economic development boards and non-profits.
