Martin Grimmer

Emeritus Professor Martin Grimmer was Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic Excellence) at the University of Tasmania, Executive Dean of the College of Business and Economics and a Professor of Marketing. Martin began his academic career in Queensland and has worked at the University of Queensland and Griffith University. As a psychologist, Martin's core interest is in examining the motivations and underlying reasons for human behaviour. He researches in consumer behaviour, specifically ethical and pro-environmental consumer behaviour. He has conducted research into the effect of corporate reputation and green marketing communications on purchase behaviour, carbon foot-printing, and factors that impact upon consumer attitudes towards, and purchase of, green products. Martin also has an interest in retail strategy, has maintained an interest in research methodologies, and has published on trends in the use of research methods in marketing.