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Exploring Research, Speaking, Online Marketing

Hi, I‘m Michelle Schwarz

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Exploring Research, Speaking, Online Marketing

Hi, I‘m Michelle Schwarz

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WORKAHOLIC & UNDERCOVERNERD

Hi, I‘m Michelle Schwarz

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Passion for Research, Technology & Innovation

This is Michelle

I’m a PhD researcher at the Neuro & Digital Marketing Lab at IQS School of Management in Barcelona, where I explore why people reject sustainable products, even when they care about the planet. My research focuses on how emotions, identity, and stereotypes (like gender norms) shape sustainable consumer behavior. As such, I work at the intersection of neuromarketing, psychology, and sustainability, using experimental methods and tools like electroencephalography (EEG) to measure brain activity, galvanic skin response (GSR) to assess emotional arousal, and facial expression analysis (FEA) to capture nonverbal emotional reactions.

Before diving into academia, I worked in online marketing and project management, gaining hands-on experience in SEO, social media strategy, and marketing campaign execution. I’ve lived and worked in Australia and Spain, led diverse teams, and thrived in fast-paced, multicultural environments.

I’m passionate about sharing insights, speaking about the topics that move me, and connecting with people who are just as excited about ideas, innovation, and real-world impact.

If you asked me to describe myself, I would say I’m a mix of a workaholic who loves to work and an undercover nerd who secretly enjoys diving into nerdy stuff.

WORKAHOLIC SIDE
I have built up a lot of experience in online marketing and project management, getting really good at it. My journey has taken me to various places – I even lived and worked in Australia for a whole year. And all the while, I’ve managed to keep up with work while pursuing my studies.

NERDY SIDE
My academic journey started with a Bachelor’s degree in Frankfurt, during which I spent a year studying in Valencia. After that, I went on to do a Masters in Barcelona. And now, I’m getting ready for a PhD.
My foundation lies in international business, while my heart beats for online marketing and technology. A strong passion for sustainability fuels my interests.

I’m always wanting to learn more and keep exploring.
I’m excited about new challenges and making a difference in my studies and work.

Topics I love to talk about

Augmented Reality & Virtual Reality
Digital Marketing
Search Engine Optimization
Digitalization
Corporate Social Responsibility

Programme Ambassador

of the Master's programme in International Business
of the Universitat de Barcelona Business School

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Enjoying life to the fullest

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Embracing the Professional Journey

Work Experience

Ph. D. Candidate in Marketing
Neuro & Digital Marketing Lab
IQS School of Management
Universitat Ramon Llull, Barcelona

From September 2023 until today

Research Assistant & Project Marketing
Universität der Bundeswehr Munich

From January 2023 until April 2023

Temporary Research Assistant
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

From October 2022 until December 2022

Junior Head of Communication
suparo GmbH

From December 2019 until October 2020
& from July 2021 until December 2022

Project Manager Lean Process Development
ABOUT YOU GmbH

From September 2020 until June 2021

Junior Associate Creative Operations
Publicis Sapient

From December 2018 until May 2019

Learning is a lifelong journey

Academic Experience

PhD in Marketing
Neuro & Digital Marketing Lab
IQS School of Management
Universitat Ramon Llull, Barcelona

From September 2023 until today

M.Sc. in International Business
Universidad de Barcelona

From October 2021 until July 2022

B.A. in International Business Administration
Frankfurt University of Applied Scienes

From Oktober 2018 to July 2021

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Latest News

June 2025

Doctorial Colloquium and Poster Presentation at the 54th Annual Conference of the European Marketing Academy (EMAC) in Pozuelo de Alarcón (Madrid)

2024

Publication: Meyer, J. H., Friederich, F., Matute, J., & Schwarz, M. (2024). My money—My problem: How fear‐of‐missing‐out appeals can hinder sustainable investment decisions. Psychology & Marketing, 41(11), 2677-2694. 

2024

Publication: Friederich, F., Schwarz, M., Meyer, J. H., & Matute, J. (2024). Cryptocurrencies and consumer behaviour: Insights and practical guidance based on experimental conjoint analysis. In Advances in Blockchain Research and Cryptocurrency Behaviour (pp. 67-87). De Gruyter.

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Michelle Schwarz

PhD Candidate at the Neuro and Digital Marketing Lab at IQS in Barcelona

Passion for research, technology & innovation