Andrew Lockett is the Dean and Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Warwick Business School. Recognized as one of the worlds top professors in his field, his research focuses on innovation, corporate venturing, and university-industry collaboration. He holds a PhD from the University of Nottingham.
While personal hobbies are not publicly detailed, his academic work reveals a unique interest in unconventional sources of knowledge. He has co-authored research that analyzes the leadership and team dynamics of famous jazz musicians to extract valuable lessons for modern entrepreneurs.
He once co-authored a study comparing the leadership styles of jazz legends like Miles Davis and Duke Ellington to entrepreneurial team management.
Andrew Lockett
Dean and Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Warwick Business School – University of Warwick
Coventry, England, United Kingdom
Overview
Topics They Care About
Alumni Engagement
Actively promotes the school's global alumni community, viewing them as lifelong members and celebrating their diverse successes in recent posts and school communications.
Fintech & AI
He has recently commented on the strategic importance of philanthropic donations in establishing WBS as a key center for research in AI, Proptech, and Fintech.
University Innovation
His recent academic publications focus on assessing the impact of university innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems, indicating a core research interest in this area.
Media Appearances
What can jazz teach business leaders about innovation?. Featured in Warwick Business School – University of Warwick (WBS News)
Work History
8-2016
Dean and Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Warwick Business School – University of Warwick
11-2010
Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Warwick Business School – University of Warwick
4-2013 - 7-2016
Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship and Pro Dean at Warwick Business School – University of Warwick
Education
DSc from University of Warwick
PhD from University of Nottingham
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Location : Coventry, England, United Kingdom
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Designation : Dean and Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Warwick Business School – University of Warwick
