Education

2010 University of Florida, B.S.
2011 The University of Tampa, M.B.A.
2020 Florida Atlantic University, Ph.D.

Courses Taught

Introduction to Global Business
Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Feasibility
Creativity and Innovative Problem Solving
Principles of Management
Creativity and Innovation for Entrepreneurs

Career Specialties

Katie Weaver is an Assistant Teaching Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship at the University of Tampa. Katie joined the university in 2020.

Weaver's primary research interests are in contingencies to entrepreneurial success and strategic leadership, especially related to specific cultures and environments such as family businesses. She has published articles in several leading academic journals such as Journal of Strategic Marketing, Journal of Small Business Strategy, and the International Entrepreneurship and Management Journal. She also has several publications in academic books and in peer-reviewed online publications, such as EIX.org and FamilyBusiness.org. Her research has received several awards, including the Best Conceptual Paper Award at the 2018 USASBE conference and two Schulze Publication Awards recognizing her work for exceptional merit.

Professional and Community Activities

Weaver serves as the founding faculty co-advisor for the UTampa Phi Upsilon chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi, the largest and oldest professional co-ed business fraternity. Weaver has worked with business students from all majors achieve their academic and professional goals through advising and mentorship.

Weaver's professional experience includes 5 years working as an Assistant Relationship Manager and Assistant Vice President for a national commercial bank. Before pursuing her doctorate, she was also involved on the University of Tampa Board of Counselors and served as the Vice Chairman of the Board for the Ryan Nece Foundation, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower teens to become leaders and impact giving in their communities. Weaver currently serves as a Foster for Florida All Retriever Rescue, an all-volunteer, nonprofit dog rescue organization in the Tampa Bay area.