Bart Landry

Bart Landry applies creative solutions to the complex issues of technology and inequality, focusing his research on the impact of the New Economy on class stratification in both the United States and Brazil. As a Professor of Sociology Emeritus at the University of Maryland, he has dedicated his career to understanding the intricate dynamics of economic sociology and discrimination. His recent work includes a comprehensive qualitative study of software startups in the Baltimore/DC area, where he meticulously interviewed founders, managers, and programmers across 34 firms. This research provides valuable insights into the entrepreneurial landscape and the social factors influencing success and failure in the tech industry. In Brazil, Bart Landry has expanded his research to include software entrepreneurship, conducting interviews with individuals in 17 software firms across three cities. This international perspective enriches his understanding of how technology and entrepreneurship intersect with social inequality and class stratification on a global scale. Earlier in his career, Landry explored the intersection of stratification, race, and gender, laying the groundwork for his current research interests. His work in this area has contributed significantly to the academic discourse on social inequality and discrimination, offering a nuanced perspective on these enduring social issues. Bart Landry's research interests are deeply rooted in the fields of technology and inequality, economic sociology, and class stratification. His commitment to understanding the social implications of technological advancements continues to drive his scholarly pursuits, making him a respected figure in the field of environmental social sciences at Stanford University.