Biography

Sharon Alvarez

Professor Alvarez's current research focus is on entrepreneurial theory, high technology alliances between entrepreneurship firms and larger established firms, entrepreneurial decision making and women entrepreneurs.

Professor Alvarez’s expertise is in entrepreneurship and strategy. She is active with the venture capital and entrepreneurship community in the Columbus area, and was founder and academic director of the Center for Entrepreneurship.

Her previous experience includes work with such companies as Hiram Walker, LTD, Celsius Energy and Texaco, Inc. She has started and owned a small business, has served on the board of directors for small businesses and consults in the biotechnology industry.