Michelle Childs
Biographic Data
| ID | 281874 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Michelle Childs |
| GIVEN NAMES | Michelle |
| FAMILY NAME | Childs |
| SIGNATURE | CHILDS M |
| AFFILIATIONS | The University of Tennessee |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-3695-4968 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 6 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 12 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 6 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2011 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2025 |
| H-INDEX | 2 |
Study Abroad and Career Progression: Exploring Students’ Career Outlook While Abroad
The purpose of this research is to identify common meanings and experiences of students regarding their career outlook within the retail, hospitality and tourism sector who had the opportunity to engage in a three-week study abroad as an experiential learning activity. Through an in-depth understanding using qualitative focus groups with 13 students (immediately prior and following study abroad) and students’ daily reflections, thematic analysis …
Tattooed Individuals in a Community: Motivations and Identities
Expounding upon social identity theory and the extended self-concept, this study examined the role of individuals' motivations to get tattooed and their identities within their feelings of community connectedness. With the growing prevalence of tattooed individuals, antiquated notions of deviant behavior may be transitioning to a broader representation of the tattooed community in academic research. This study was designed with three objectives; …
A Contingency Theory Approach to Understanding Small Retail Business Continuity During Covid‐19
Small retail businesses are particularly vulnerable to turbulence caused from the COVID‐19 pandemic. To consider what actions retailer owners/managers can take to maneuver during such trying times, this study investigated leadership qualities associated with managing during times of crisis. Through in‐depth interviews with 12 small retail leaders, thematic data analysis revealed an emergence of contingent leadership, including an internal focus o…
Beyond Brick and Mortar: The Experiences of U.S. Female Mobile Fashion Truck Entrepreneurs
The purpose of this study was to gain an understanding of the mobile fashion truck phenomenon from a female entrepreneur's perspective. This study provides insight into the unique strategies of this business format, while highlighting the motivations and challenges. Data collection took place through in‐depth interviews with eight female fashion truck entrepreneurs. Five key themes were developed from the data. The themes revealed that female fas…
Women and apparel entrepreneurship: An exploration of small business challenges and strategies in three countries
Purpose – The purpose of this study was to explore strategies used by successful female entrepreneurs to manage the challenges of running a small apparel business. Design/methodology/approach – A qualitative research design was used. Primary and secondary data were collected on small business in three countries: Russia, South Africa and Thailand. In-depth interviews were conducted with a total of 11 female small apparel business owners. Businesse…
A win-win solution: A critical analysis of tiered pricing to improve access to medicines in developing countries
BACKGROUND: Tiered pricing - the concept of selling drugs and vaccines in developing countries at prices systematically lower than in industrialized countries - has received widespread support from industry, policymakers, civil society, and academics as a way to improve access to medicines for the poor. We carried out case studies based on a review of international drug price developments for antiretrovirals, artemisinin combination therapies, dr…
Women and apparel entrepreneurship: An exploration of small business challenges and strategies in three countries
Purpose – The purpose of this study was to explore strategies used by successful female entrepreneurs to manage the challenges of running a small apparel business. Design/methodology/approach – A qualitative research design was used. Primary and secondary data were collected on small business in three countries: Russia, South Africa and Thailand. In-depth interviews were conducted with a total of 11 female small apparel business owners. Businesse…
A Contingency Theory Approach to Understanding Small Retail Business Continuity During Covid‐19
Small retail businesses are particularly vulnerable to turbulence caused from the COVID‐19 pandemic. To consider what actions retailer owners/managers can take to maneuver during such trying times, this study investigated leadership qualities associated with managing during times of crisis. Through in‐depth interviews with 12 small retail leaders, thematic data analysis revealed an emergence of contingent leadership, including an internal focus o…
Tattooed Individuals in a Community: Motivations and Identities
Expounding upon social identity theory and the extended self-concept, this study examined the role of individuals' motivations to get tattooed and their identities within their feelings of community connectedness. With the growing prevalence of tattooed individuals, antiquated notions of deviant behavior may be transitioning to a broader representation of the tattooed community in academic research. This study was designed with three objectives; …
Beyond Brick and Mortar: The Experiences of U.S. Female Mobile Fashion Truck Entrepreneurs
The purpose of this study was to gain an understanding of the mobile fashion truck phenomenon from a female entrepreneur's perspective. This study provides insight into the unique strategies of this business format, while highlighting the motivations and challenges. Data collection took place through in‐depth interviews with eight female fashion truck entrepreneurs. Five key themes were developed from the data. The themes revealed that female fas…
A win-win solution: A critical analysis of tiered pricing to improve access to medicines in developing countries
BACKGROUND: Tiered pricing - the concept of selling drugs and vaccines in developing countries at prices systematically lower than in industrialized countries - has received widespread support from industry, policymakers, civil society, and academics as a way to improve access to medicines for the poor. We carried out case studies based on a review of international drug price developments for antiretrovirals, artemisinin combination therapies, dr…
Women and apparel entrepreneurship: An exploration of small business challenges and strategies in three countries
Purpose – The purpose of this study was to explore strategies used by successful female entrepreneurs to manage the challenges of running a small apparel business. Design/methodology/approach – A qualitative research design was used. Primary and secondary data were collected on small business in three countries: Russia, South Africa and Thailand. In-depth interviews were conducted with a total of 11 female small apparel business owners. Businesse…
Beyond Brick and Mortar: The Experiences of U.S. Female Mobile Fashion Truck Entrepreneurs
The purpose of this study was to gain an understanding of the mobile fashion truck phenomenon from a female entrepreneur's perspective. This study provides insight into the unique strategies of this business format, while highlighting the motivations and challenges. Data collection took place through in‐depth interviews with eight female fashion truck entrepreneurs. Five key themes were developed from the data. The themes revealed that female fas…
A Contingency Theory Approach to Understanding Small Retail Business Continuity During Covid‐19
Small retail businesses are particularly vulnerable to turbulence caused from the COVID‐19 pandemic. To consider what actions retailer owners/managers can take to maneuver during such trying times, this study investigated leadership qualities associated with managing during times of crisis. Through in‐depth interviews with 12 small retail leaders, thematic data analysis revealed an emergence of contingent leadership, including an internal focus o…
Tattooed Individuals in a Community: Motivations and Identities
Expounding upon social identity theory and the extended self-concept, this study examined the role of individuals' motivations to get tattooed and their identities within their feelings of community connectedness. With the growing prevalence of tattooed individuals, antiquated notions of deviant behavior may be transitioning to a broader representation of the tattooed community in academic research. This study was designed with three objectives; …
Study Abroad and Career Progression: Exploring Students’ Career Outlook While Abroad
The purpose of this research is to identify common meanings and experiences of students regarding their career outlook within the retail, hospitality and tourism sector who had the opportunity to engage in a three-week study abroad as an experiential learning activity. Through an in-depth understanding using qualitative focus groups with 13 students (immediately prior and following study abroad) and students’ daily reflections, thematic analysis …
Business (4 works) · Political science (4 works) · Sociology (4 works) · Marketing (3 works) · Conceptual model (2 works) · Economics (2 works) · Entrepreneurship Studies and Influences (2 works) · Family Business Performance and Succession (2 works) · Fashion and Cultural Textiles (2 works) · Innovation and Socioeconomic Development (2 works)