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Personal Statement
I pursued my PhD in Marketing at the University of Edinburgh, where I also taught several undergraduate and postgraduate courses for more than two years. I am now a Marketing Lecturer at the University of Strathclyde.
I also hold significant industry experience, having worked as a Category Manager for a global technology company for a few years prior to doing my PhD.
Research Interests
My research focuses on the impact of technology (e.g., social media, augmented and virtual reality, artificial intelligence) on consumer-brand interactions and users' well-being. I use both qualitative and quantitative methods, although I am predominantly an experimental researcher. My research has been published in well-known journals such as Psychology & Marketing, the Journal of Advertising Research and Computers in Human Behavior.
Expertise & Capabilities
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media
- Augmented and Virtual Reality
- Artificial Intelligence
- Impression Management
- Service Experience
- Experimental Design
Teaching Interests
As a teacher, I aim to not only develop the knowledge of my students but also to encourage them to build analytical and interpersonal skills that will be needed in their future careers. I enjoy co-creating knowledge with students and see myself as a guide/facilitator.
I taught both at postgraduate and undergraduate levels at the University of Edinburgh, and I am now mainly teaching at the postgraduate level here at Strathclyde.
Academic / Professional qualifications
Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in Marketing
The University of Edinburgh
Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PgCAP) and Fellowship Accreditation (FHEA)
The University of Edinburgh
Master of Science (MSc) in Management
The University of Edinburgh
Undergraduate Degree in International Business with Languages (English and Mandarin)
University of Toulouse Jean Jaures and The University of Edinburgh (one-year Erasmus exchange)
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Harker, M. J. (Principal Investigator), Fisher, M. (Co-investigator), Paddison, A. (Co-investigator), McAlinden, T. (Co-investigator), Lavertu, L. (Co-investigator), Mendes, A. (Co-investigator), Black, I. (Co-investigator), Johnstone, J. (Co-investigator) & Roman-Kamphaus, U. (Co-investigator)
16/07/24 → …
Project: Non-funded project
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Social presence in the metaverse: an examination of the role of others in driving online and offline positive responses
Lavertu, L. (Principal Investigator)
31/12/23 → 31/08/25
Project: Research
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(How) does the number of followers impact the success of influencer marketing? A construal level perspective
Cowan, K., Marder, B., Lavertu, L. & Li, J., 18 Apr 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Journal of Advertising Research. 20 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Gaming the system
Harker, M. J. & Lavertu, L., 28 Mar 2025, (Accepted/In press).Research output: Contribution to conference › Presentation/Speech › peer-review
Prizes
Activities
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Doctoral colloquium (Chair) - University of Strathclyde Business School
Lavertu, L. (Chair)
13 May 2025 → 14 May 2025Activity: Public Engagement and Outreach › Education Outreach
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Interview - The Last Show with David Cooper (Canadian national radio and Spotify / Apple podcast) - petfluencers paper
Lavertu, L. (Interviewee)
11 Apr 2025Activity: Public Engagement and Outreach › Media Participation