Chris Eaglin

Chris Eaglin is an Assistant Professor in the Strategy Area at the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. His research focuses on the intersection of strategy and economic development, particularly how entrepreneurs set strategies in uncertain environments, how entrepreneurship environments are governed, and the broader impact of firm strategy-setting on inclusive and sustainable economies. He employs econometric causal inference methods combined with qualitative and survey techniques, collaborating with entrepreneurs, financiers, non-profit organizations, and governments. Eaglin earned his Ph.D. in Business Strategy at Harvard Business School and previously obtained a bachelor's degree in Economics and Mathematics from Morehouse College, graduating as valedictorian, and an M.Phil. in Development Economics and International Development from the University of Oxford as a Marshall Scholar. Prior to academia, he worked in the non-profit sector, financial services, consulting, and Fortune 500 companies, developing infrastructure and services for marginalized populations in the US, UK, Brazil, and South Africa.

F. Christopher Eaglin is an Assistant Professor at the Fuqua School of Business, Duke University, specializing in emerging markets, SMEs, firm strategy, applied microeconomics, and sustainability. His research explores the challenges and opportunities faced by small firms in developing economies, focusing on strategic decision-making, liquidity constraints, and the impact of institutional environments. Eaglin's work often combines empirical analysis with field experiments to understand how firms adapt to market conditions and regulatory frameworks. His research has been published in top-tier journals and has addressed topics such as corporate water risk, entrepreneurial team performance, and the role of political polarization in business strategy.