Entrepreneurial ecosystems in unexpected places
- Palgrave Macmillan, 2019
- xviii, 332 p. 22 cm.
examining the success factors of regional entrepreneurship
What Is an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem? Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in the Balkan Peninsula-- The Creation and Development of the Ecosystem: The Role of ICT-- Balkan Startups and the Entrepreneurs Behind Them-- Founder and Stakeholder Interests: Combining Economic and Societal Factors in the Balkan Peninsula-- -- Contains case studies-- Index--
This book sheds light on one of the biggest development issues of our time: how the rise of entrepreneurship and the associated mindset is likely to unfold in unexpected places and change socio-economic and political fortunes. Focusing on the Balkan Peninsula, the authors explore the early success of young entrepreneurial ecosystems in the region and highlight the dangers of direct comparison with more mature entrepreneurial centres. Offering fresh insights, this brand new book presents an analytical overview of the entrepreneurial domain that enabled Bulgaria to become the start-up capital of the Balkans. With empirical data gathered from over 80 interviews and case studies, the authors address the needs of decision-makers and managers in many countries which are on the path towards nurturing entrepreneurial ecosystems.