Research

The research agenda advances understanding of the creative industries by examining entrepreneurship, innovation, management science, and inclusion. This work highlights the dynamics of entrepreneurial ecosystems, with particular emphasis on how diversity and equity shape opportunities and career trajectories. At its core, the research underscores a commitment to leadership and purpose—demonstrating how inclusive practices can drive innovation, foster sustainability, and support the success of creative professionals in an evolving industry landscape.

Papers in Peer-Reviewed Journals (with the complete title of Journal)

Wall-Andrews, C., Shakeir, R., & Hanssen, B. (2025). Racialized Leadership and Organizational Financial Performance in the Arts. International Journal of Arts Management, 27(2), 31-50

Wall-Andrews, C., & Escandon, L. (2025). Navigating barriers: enhancing visibility and opportunities for Latin Canadian artists in the music industry. Cultural Trends, 1-19.

Lightwala, O., & Wall-Andrews, C. (2024). Impact of Pay-What-You-Want Pricing Model. The Journal of Arts Management, Law, and Society, 54(6), 323-347.

Wall-Andrews, C., Wijesingha, R., Cukier, W., & Lightwala, O. (2022). The state of diversity among leadership roles within Canada's largest arts and cultural institutions. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: An International Journal, 41(9), 30-46.

Wall-Andrews, C., & Luka, M. E. (2022). Advancing Equity in Arts Entrepreneurship. Artivate, 11(1), 1-22.

Wall-Andrews, C. (2022). Typology of entrepreneurship training for art students: implications for arts entrepreneurship education. In Annals of Entrepreneurship Education and Pedagogy–2023 (pp. 77-95). Edward Elgar Publishing.

Wall-Andrews, C. (2022). Meta-Analysis on the Importance of Entrepreneurship in Canada’s Music Industry. Artivate, 11(2), 1-23.

Wall-Andrews, C., Walker, E., & Cukier, W. (2021). Support mechanisms for Canada’s cultural and creative sectors during COVID-19. Journal of Risk and Financial Management, 14(12), 595.

Cukier, W., Adamu, P., Wall-Andrews, C., & Elmi, M. (2021). Racialized leaders leading Canadian universities. Educational Management Administration & Leadership, 49(4), 565-583.

Articles in non-Peer-Reviewed Journals and Media

Wall-Andrews, C.; Escondon, L; Norway, L.; Rana, S. (2023). Artificial Intelligence: Its Opportunities & threats in Creative Industries. Canadian Musician.

Wall-Andrews, C. and Lightwala, O. (2022). Canada’s Largest Arts Organizations Fail at Leadership Diversity. The Globe and Mail.

Wall-Andrews, C. Musicians Are Entrepreneurs. Canadian Musician Magazine. (2022).

Wall-Andrews, C. How the Pandemic has Highlighted the Challenges Presented by Streaming on the Careers of Artists. First Policy Response. (2021).

Wall-Andrews, C. The ABCs of NFTs: A Musician's Guide. FYI Music News. (2021).

Published Chapters

Wall-Andrews, C., & Shakeir, R. (2023). Conceptualizing Passion as an Entrepreneurial Pathway. In The Palgrave Handbook of Fulfillment, Wellness, and Personal Growth at Work (pp. 497-521). Cham: Springer International Publishing.

Wall-Andrews, C. (2023). Entrepreneurship Pedagogy in the Arts Education. Edited by C. Matthews and S. Santos. Annals of Entrepreneurship Education and Pedagogy. Edward Elgar Publishing.