http://www.icsb.org/ This is all the current news articles available at http://www.icsb.org. en-us Copyright 2008 Internation Council of Small Businesses 6/1/2008 3:10:44 PM 20 http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=963 Introductory document - SMEs in New Zealand Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), defined in New Zealand as enterprises with 19 or fewer employees, are an important part of the New Zealand’s economy, both in terms of their number and the proportion of the labour force they employ. Notably: 97.2% of enterprises employ 19 or fewer 89.7% of enterprises employ 5 or fewer 68.9% of enterprises have no paid employees 31% (580,680) of all employees work in SMEs 39.8% of the economy’s total output (on a real value added basis) comes from SMEs Source: ‘SMEs ... 5/16/2012 3:47:30 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=962 Earlybird Deadline Extended to May 20th! Global Business School Network 7th Annual Conference New Delhi, India, June 11 - 14, 2012 We've extended the earlybird deadline a few more days, so don't miss the opportunity to register before prices go up on Monday! 5 Reasons to Attend GBSN's 2012 Conference:Build connections with like-minded management educators from around the globe in what has been frequently described as a "uniquely collaborative" atmosphere.Learn about trends and innovations in business education for the developing worldSee Delhi, a vibrant city that we'll take you out into it to meet with local businesses putting concepts into practiceExpand your knowledge and get inspired in lively sessions aimed at helping you build your ... 5/16/2012 3:31:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=961 ECSB Career Mentoring is aimed at junior researchers who have finalised their doctoral studies or are in the process of finalising in 2012. For six months, experienced researchers and professors will advise you with your personal career development. A mentor supports you by listening to you, discussing your personal goals with you, providing encouragement, information and contacts. Mentoring can assist you with assessing your experiences and achievements and considering your future options and choices.In order to be eligible, you need to be an ECSB member – in case you are not a member you can apply for membership at the ECSB ... 5/15/2012 3:53:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=960 The Canadian Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (CCSBE/CCPME) is offering an important opportunity. We are looking for an institutional partner to join us in advancing Canadian entrepreneurship. Qualified organizations are invited to submit a proposal to house the CCSBE Secretariat and provide institutional support for the functioning of the organization. Although we are a national organization, and are proud to have French and English membership, our operating language is English. Attached please find details regarding the organization, the duties and benefits of hosting the secretariat and the proposal submission and selection process. Le Conseil Canadien des PME et de l’entrepreneuriat ... 5/10/2012 1:15:55 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=959 SBANC NewsletterMay 8, 2012Issue 715 - 2012QUOTE"A lie cannot live"-Martin Luther KingFEATURE PAPERWhat Students Value in Evaluating Business ProfessorsThe following paper was wrote by Martin Meyers, from the University of Wisconsin and was presented at the Allied Academics 2011 Annual Conference in Las Vegas.AbstractThis paper discusses what students consider important in evaluating their business professors. Variables include speaking clearly, level of preparedness, knowledge of subject, relates subjects to real world, enthusiasm for subject, availability outside of class, fairness in grading, easily approachable, self-confidence, professionalism, excellent sense of humor, discusses research findings in class, makes students feel comfortable when asking questions in class, and ... 5/10/2012 1:12:54 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=958 Do you or someone you know have a business idea that targets the baby boomer market? We invite you to enter your business plan for the 2012 Silicon Valley Boomer Business Plan Competition, which is hosted by Santa Clara University and Mary Furlong & Associates.From early-stage ventures in medicine, to fashion or financial services and beyond, the 2012 Silicon Valley Boomer Business Plan Competition aims to generate the best ideas from top notch universities and entrepreneur programs around the globe. Finalists will present their idea at Santa Clara University on June 20, 2012 to a panel of judges that consist of venture capitalists and ... 5/10/2012 1:09:44 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=957 April 2012This issue examines several non-classroom entrepreneurship education programs. The first is an accelerator/co-working program that was initiated by students. The next three programs highlighted in this issue share the goal of increasing exposure to entrepreneurship education. One is a summer day camp for high school students, the second is a one-day entrepreneurship conference, and the third is an entrepreneurship road trip. All of these programs should offer some food for thought as you shift gears toward the end of the spring semester and into your summer planning for the next academic year.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from ... 5/10/2012 1:08:01 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=956 MAKSABY in collaboration with Innoventures cordially invites you to Idea Party! GET UP - START UP Monday, May 28, 2012 6:00pm - 10:00pm El Sawy Culture Wheel What is it? Get up, Start up is an open invitation to the public, geared towards potential entrepreneurs, budding startups, established companies, interested individuals, students, investors and anyone that has ever wanted to pursue their dream. How does it work? Registered presenters have 2 minutes to pitch their idea to the audience and another 2 minutes for Q&A. Audience vote on the most interesting/innovative idea and the top 3 winners get some cool prizes! Come as a presenter, a voter or both! Agenda: 6:00 - 6:15 Welcome ... 5/9/2012 10:39:51 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=955 The SME Finance Forum (SMEFF) is a part of the G20's Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion. SMEFF is a platform for sharing knowledge in small and medium enterprise finance, for promoting best practices, and for collecting data to help set standards in this field. SMEFF has been created because improving financing for SMEs is critical for creating and sustaining jobs around the world. Hosted at IFC, and supported (so far) by the governments of the UK, Korea, and the Netherlands, SMEFF's activities are likely to include:Data collection and benchmarkingCase studiesOther research reports into the state of SME FinancePolicy/regulatory advocacyWorkshops/conferences/seminarsDiscussion GroupsInnovation ... 5/7/2012 10:48:31 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=954 SBANC NewsletterMay 2, 2012Issue 714 - 2012QUOTE"All men by nature desire knowledge."-AristotleFEATURE PAPERCo-patenting between University and Industry: evidence from ItalyThe following paper was written by Roberto Parente, Michele Petrone and Daniele Cerrato and was presented at the 2011 ICSB Conference in Sweden.IntroductionThis paper focuses on academic patents owned by business companies and investigates the factors affecting the industry involvement in academic research aimed at obtaining new patents. The focus is on co-patenting, i. e. those patents in which university professors are inventors, while business companies are patent applicant. In particular, we investigate if the copatenting between academicians and companies is affected by two ... 5/4/2012 1:27:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=953 Global Business School Network Announces Winners of 2ndAnnual MBA Challenge Video ContestA team from Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth wins 1stPrize in GBSN’s Annual MBA Challenge Video Contest, which asked business school students to answer the question: “Can an MBA Change the World?”April 30, 2012, WASHINGTON, DC – The Global Business School Network (GBSN) today announced that a group of five students from Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, led by student Nitin Sharma, is the winner of the 2012 MBA Challenge Video Contest, which asked the question “Can an MBA Change the World?”The winning video,“$300 House Project,”describes the MBA students’ work applying business ... 5/4/2012 1:22:29 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=952 To: IZA Research Fellows & Affiliates, IZA Policy Fellows and IZA StaffDear All,I am happy to announce that IZA is now managing the Jobs Knowledge Platform (JKP) in collaboration with the World Bank and partner organizations.The JKP aims to share insights, create a community, and inform policy debates about practical solutions to expand job creation and improve job opportunities around the world.The Jobs Knowledge Platform's website JobsKnowledge.org, Twitter account @jobsknowledge, and You Tube channel are all live now. The JKP website is focused around a set of key debates, and is organized into three categories: Influence, Learn, and Experience explained below.I ... 5/2/2012 5:14:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=951 ICSB Women's Entrepreneurship Committee (WEC) Webinar Series Presents:GEM Women’s Report 2010 WebinarRecording now available at <http://babson.adobeconnect.com/p2w9buexqhg/>Hosted on 8 May 2012 by: Babson College Center for Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership (CWEL) in collaboration with the GEM ProgramFeaturing Report authors:Dr. Candida Brush (click here for bio)Dr. Donna Kelley (click here for bio)> Click here to view introductory videos from Professor Colette Henry and Professor Beth WalkerThe 2010 GEM Women’s report, launched in December 2011, is the most comprehensive study ever conducted about the entrepreneurial activity of women across the globe. Conducted in 59 economies, this unique research surveyed individuals rather than firm registrations. Over 14,000 ... 5/2/2012 11:47:42 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=950 Click here to read the full report (PDF)At a high level, our 2012 first quarter small business survey results indicate:Small business owners’ macroeconomic outlook may be the most optimistic it’s been since prior to the 2008 banking crisis and recession that followed.Confidence in revenue increases in the near term is higher than the past three consecutive quarters.With fuel prices on the rise, concern over continued increases in energy spending is high.Small business owners are feeling positive about their relationships with their financial institutions.Those benefiting from this report will be our key U.S. small business constituents, including:Issuing clients, informing our customers of ... 5/2/2012 11:35:53 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=949 Welcome to the April 2012 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major news stories of the past month.In this edition of the ICSB Bulletin we have some important deadline reminders. The deadline to cast your vote for the 2012/13 ICSB Board of Directors is May 10, 2012. We appreciate you taking the time to vote for the individuals that will drive our organization forward. Further, the ICSB registration deadlines are fast approaching so please act now to take advantage of low rates.Please remember to visit www.icsb.org this month for the latest news and highlights from our ... 4/29/2012 7:52:03 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=948 Estimados,El Programa "Fortalecimiento de los Sistemas de Compras Publicas de América Latina y el Caribe a través de la incorporación de TICs y del acceso de las Pequeñas y Medianas Empresas", financiado por el IDRC y ejecutado por la Universidad Nacional de San Martin, convoca a investigadores a presentar trabajos de investigación sobre la problemática del acceso de las MIPyME a los mercados de compras gubernamentales de los países de la región.Para más información sobre pautas de presentación y fechas de entrega, visite el siguiente link :http://www.redpymes.org.ar/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=87Asociación Civil Red PyMEs 4/28/2012 9:10:45 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=947 SBANC NewsletterApril 24, 2012Issue 713 - 2012QUOTE"Company cultures are like country cultures. Never try to change one. Try, instead, to work with what you've got."-Peter DruckerFEATURE PAPERAmerica's Largest Black-Owned Companies: A Thirty-Five-Year Longitudinal AnalysisThe following paper was written by Matthew Sonfield of Hofstra University and was presented at the 2012 Small Business Institute National Conference.AbstractMany individuals consider starting a small business, for practical reasons like they wish to be their own boss or more personally fulfilling ones like the desire to follow a long-time dream. There are a series of decisions that need to be made at the beginning of any entrepreneurial implementation ... 4/28/2012 9:09:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=946 The Small Business Institute® is pleased to announce that Professor Gerald Hills, Turner Chairholder at Bradley University, has become the new Editor of the Journal of Small Business Strategy (JSBS). The JSBS is a preeminent publication of the SBI and is in its 22nd year of publication. Dr. Hills brings over four decades of experience in academia as a professor of entrepreneurship. He has published more than 100 refereed articles and has written or edited 26 books. In addition to his service to the SBI, Dr. Hills is also cofounder and first President of USASBE, past President of ICSB, and has served for many years on the editorial boards of ... 4/25/2012 1:09:27 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=945 Registration is Now Open!The 2012 CCSBE Conference welcomes you to join us in Halifax, Nova Scotia for what promises to be an exciting and informative conference.We are happy to announce that conference registration is now open! Please visit our registration page for more information.Early bird rates will be available until September 5th, 2012 so register today to take advance of the discounted rates.OneLobbyFor the 2012 Conference we are introducing a new software called OneLobby. OneLobby is a professional social platformthat allows conference attendees to make quality connections with other attendees before the conference begins.Upon registering for the conference, you will receive information on ... 4/19/2012 2:32:20 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=944 SBANC NewsletterApril 17, 2012Issue 712 - 2012QUOTE"Every closed eye is not sleeping, and every open eye is not seeing."-Bill CosbyFEATURE PAPERStarting a New Business: Franchising vs. New VentureThe following paper was written by Dianne H. B. Welsh from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Shawn M. Carraher of Indiana Wesleyan University, and Lottie Sledgel of Cameron University . It was presented at the 2012 Small Business Institute National Conference.AbstractMany individuals consider starting a small business, for practical reasons like they wish to be their own boss or more personally fulfilling ones like the desire to follow a long-time dream. There are ... 4/19/2012 2:28:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=943 EIASM, April 17, 2012Dear Colleague,Because of the Easter recess, we have decided to postpone the submission deadline for the5th Workshop on Coopetition Strategythat will take place at the University of Economics in Katowice,Poland, on September 13-14, 2012The following 2 journals“International Studies of Management and Organization”published by M.E. Sharpeandthe “International Journal of Business Environment”published by Inderscienceintend to publish a special edition including the best papers that will be presented at this research workshop.THE NEW SUBMISSION DEADLINEISAPRIL 30Please see the workshop web site to find all necessary details :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=764***************************Here are some other events which could be of some interest to you :4th Workshop ... 4/19/2012 2:25:56 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=942 The Theory And Practice Of Innovation PolicyAn International Research HandbookEdited by Ruud E. Smits, Utrecht University, The Netherlands, Stefan Kuhlmann, University of Twente, The Netherlands and Philip Shapira, University of Manchester, UK and Georgia Institute of Technology, US‘This Handbook is a most helpful guide both for scholars and for experts in charge of innovation policy. It takes a systemic approach, recognising the importance of learning processes including policy learning. It documents the close interaction between analytical work on innovation and the formulation and implementation of innovation policy. The list of authors includes leading experts from Europe and the US, and the ... 4/16/2012 3:15:50 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=941 EntrepreneurshipAn Evidence-based GuideRobert A. Baron, Spears Chair of Entrepreneurship, Spears School of Business, Oklahoma State University, USAn ideal text for undergraduate and MBA entrepreneurship courses in business, engineering and the social sciences.The early years of the 21st Century could well be called the ‘decade(s) of the entrepreneur’. Entrepreneurship is an often-featured topic in magazine and newspaper articles, popular television shows and major films. Universities have added courses, departments, and even schools of entrepreneurship to their catalogs, and governments at all levels are competing to develop programs to encourage entrepreneurship. A key reason behind this growing interest is the widely held belief ... 4/16/2012 3:14:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=939 XXII Latin American Entrepreneurship Congress to be held in Quito in April 2012> http://www.cop-ie.eu/node/413On April 18-20, 2012, together with its institutional partners The Center for Entrepreneurship Development of Universidad Icesi, in a joint venture with Universidad Andina Simon Bolivar, will hosting an international entrepreneurship congress which will bring together experts and academics in the field of start-up support, promoting entrepreneurial spirit, cultural economy, business development, business innovation, and entrepreneurial initiatives. A particular focus will on aspects of presenting and discussing inclusive and sustainable entrepreneurship initiatives.There will be four key note speakers (Mark Weaver (USA), Jonathan Levie (UK), Jose Casthanar (Brazil), Jose Perez Diaz ... 4/16/2012 7:39:01 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=938 Keynote Speaker - Dianne BucknerArticulate, straightforward and funny, Dianne Buckner is a respected journalist and television producer. She has hosted programs on both of Canada's major networks, from national newscasts to quirky magazine shows.Dianne Buckner is best-known to Canadians as the host of CBC Television's hit reality programDragons' Den, where eager entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas to a group of self-made Canadian millionaire investors. Other viewers may remember her 10 years as the host of Venture, the successful and long-running series that chronicled the adventures of entrepreneurs.WhenVentureretired from the airwaves in 2007, Buckner co-created a new show,Fortune Huntersfor CBC's news network. ... 4/10/2012 8:19:27 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=937 SBANC NewsletterApril 10, 2012Issue 711-2012 QUOTE"The best way to get approval is not to need it."-Hugh MacLeodFEATURE PAPERThe Second Generation in a Family Business: An Agent of Change or Continuator of Family Tradition?The following paper was written by Izabela Koladkiewicz of Kozminski University and was presented at the 2012 Small Business Institute National Conference.AbstractThe objective of this paper is identification of the role of the first and second generation in the process of internationalization of a family business active in the SME sector in Poland. The research method used was the case study. A total of six case studies were developed that ... 4/10/2012 8:12:47 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=936 Call for Proposals for An Edited Volume tentatively titled ‘Challenges and Opportunities for SMEs: An International Perspective’1 IntroductionWe are working on bringing out an edited volume on SMEs and have givenit a working title ‘Challenges and Opportunities for SMEs: An InternationalPerspective’. The current ?nancial turmoils in Europe and elsewhere haveonce again highlighted the importance of SMEs and the crucial role they playin propping up national economies, creating employment and supportinglocal communities. This volume aims at increasing our understanding ofSMEs and issues pertinent to them. We are looking for contributed chaptersthat help clarify issues related with SMEs and are of interest to researchersand academicians in ... 4/10/2012 8:10:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=935 SBANC NewsletterApril 3, 2012Issue 710 - 2012QUOTE"Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death."-Albert EinsteinFEATURE PAPERA Study of the Cognitive Determinants of Generation Y's Entitlement MentalityThe following paper was written by Christopher S. Alexander of King's College and James M. Sysko of Eastern Illinois State University. It was presented at the 2011 Allied Academies International Conference in Orlando.AbstractEntitlement, as defined by The American Heritage Dictionary (1985), is "to furnish with a right or claim to something." This study attempts to investigate the possible cognitive determinants which have led to an "entitlement" mentality found in "Generation Y" individuals ("Millenials") confronting ... 4/10/2012 8:05:09 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=934 Voting is now open for GBSN's MBA Challenge Video Contest! MBAs from around the world have submitted short videos answering the questions "Can an MBA Change the World?" Their inspiring videos show how business skills are being applied to make a difference in the developing world.The five videos that get the most votes online by April 15th will then go to our selection committee, who will choose the winner. The winning video will be presented by the team leader at the GBSN Annual Conference in New Delhi June 12 - 14th. I encourage you to take a look at the entries and ... 4/10/2012 8:02:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=933 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Rosa WhittenPlanningShopTel: 650-364-9120Email: Rosa@PlanningShop.comRECORD NUMBER OF BUSINESSES MOVING TO THE CLOUD IN THE COMING YEARNew how-to guide cuts through the hype, helps entrepreneurs succeed in the cloudBringing the Cloud Down to Earth: How to choose, launch, and get the most from cloud solutions for your businessBy Rhonda Abrams; Planning Shop; 169 pages, $29.95, full-color; April 1, 2012PALO ALTO, CA, APRIL 1, 2012. The "cloud" is hot. Both small and large businesses are moving business applications to Internet-based solutions in record numbers. But how can small businesses and entrepreneurs cut through the hype surrounding the cloud to get the most ... 4/10/2012 12:36:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=932 XXXV annual AIDEA Conference Salerno, 4-5 October 2012 Management beyond boundaries Management studies: tradition and emerging paradigms The changing context in which private companies and public sector organizations are now having to devise their business strategies requires new perspectives in business practice; these, moving from the classic paradigm, aim at approaching and analyzing managerial issues in an innovative way. The traditional view of the firms’ management as at the “helm” of the firm, handling all the relevant information and provided with the drivers necessary to guide and coordinate the various activities of the firm in an organic and harmonious way, is now being integrated with new approaches that take into account the complexity of ... 4/10/2012 11:27:52 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=931 Request for Applications: Rwanda: Women's Leadership Program in AgricultureDate Issued: March 29, 2012Deadline: June 20, 2012Higher Education for Development (HED), in cooperation with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Rwanda, is issuing a Request for Applications (RFA) for a women’s leadership higher education partnership in agricultural sciences in Rwanda.HED expects to make one (1) award of up to $1,080,000 for the period October 1, 2012 to June 30, 2015 for a partnership between one or more higher education institution(s) in the United States and the Faculty of Agriculture at the National University of Rwanda (NUR) in Butare, Rwanda. The partnership's goal is ... 4/5/2012 12:19:02 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=930 EIASM, April 3, 2012Dear Colleague,We would like to remind you the following event and deadline :5th Workshop on Coopetition Strategywill take place at the University of Economics in Katowice, Poland, on September 13-14, 2012The following 2 journals "International Studies of Management and Organization”published by M.E. Sharpe and the “International Journal of Business Environment”published by Inderscience intend to publish a special edition including the best papers that will be presented at this research workshop.THE SUBMISSION DEADLINE TO SUBMIT A PAPER FOR THIS WORKSHOPIS APRIL 15.Please see the workshop web site to find all necessary details :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=764***************************Here are some other events which could be of ... 4/3/2012 12:57:45 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=929 NBES GOES TO COSTA RICA!!!The National Business and Economics SocietyCall for Papers14thAnnual ConferenceThe fourteenth annual conference of the National Business & Economics Society will be held March 6 through March 9, 2013 at the Marriott Los Suenos Ocean Resort & Casino in Herradura, Costa Rica. NBES is a multi-disciplinary academic association which focuses on promoting interdisciplinary research of both a theoretical and practical nature. It includes scholars from the fields of Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Management, Information Systems, Operations Research, Economics, Public Health & Administration, Psychology and related areas. Our goal is to broaden the expertise of business school academics and other ... 4/3/2012 12:55:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=928 Welcome to the March 2012 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major news stories of the past month.The ICSB 2012 World Conference in New Zealand is right around the corner! All members, please remember to vote at www.icsbvotes.org new for the new slate of ICSB officer; fiscal year 2012-13. We encourage all members to take the opportunity to help us select the individuals that will drive our organization forward.Also in this newsletter is information from our members including affiliate conferences, webinars, best paper winners, job opportunities and publication information. Please remember to visit www.icsb.org this month for the latest news ... 3/30/2012 12:20:50 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=927 Entrepreneurship Research & Policy NetworkProfessional Announcements and Job OpeningsMarch 28, 2012Published by the ENTREPRENEURSHIP RESEARCH & POLICY NETWORK (ERPN)a division ofSocial Science Electronic Publishing, Inc. (SSEP)Copyright by SSEP, Inc. 2012 -- All rights reserved.tomorrow's research todayhttp://www.SSRN.com/Table of ContentsProfessional Announcements2012 Darden Entrepreneurship and Innovation Research Conference and the Academy of Management Entrepreneurship Exemplars ConferenceAnnouncementERPN does not endorse or warrant any product, service or notice listed in our professional announcements or job openings and assumes no liability regarding these products, services, and notices.When answering queries, please say you saw it on ERPN.2012 Darden Entrepreneurship and Innovation Research Conference and the Academy of Management ... 3/29/2012 9:51:50 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=926 SBANC NewsletterMarch 19, 2012Issue 709 - 2012QUOTE"Never put off until tomorrow what you can do the day after tomorrow."-Mark TwainFEATURE PAPERImportant Effects of Innovation: Norwegian SMESThe following paper was written by Sherry Robinson of Penn State University and Buskerud University College and Hans Anton Stubberud of Buskerud University College. It was presented at the 2011 Allied Academies International Conference in Orlando.AbstractInnovation is frequently viewed as the key to success in many arenas, from individual businesses to a nation's general economic growth. Business performance has been linked to overall innovativeness (Akgun, Keskin, Byrne & Aaren, 2007), and in a study of British SMEs, ... 3/29/2012 9:50:15 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=925 Academy of Business ResearchFall 2012 International ConferenceTrump PlazaNew Orleans, LA March 14-16Submission Deadline for AbstractsMay 17, 2012www.academyofbusinessresearch.com~The 2012 Spring International Conference was held at the Ritz Carlton/Iberville Suites March 14-16. The Conference was attended by individuals from 21 countries and from 37 states. The following is a list of the Best Paper Awards. Congrats again to the winners!Finance/EconomicsModeling Covered Interest Parity Deviations - A Structured VAR Approach- Vadhindran K. Rao, Metropolitan State UniversityPrioritizing Pro-Poor Policy Instrument to Reduce Poverty in Liberia Using Nonparametric Mokken Scale Models- Aloyce R. Kaliba, Southern University and A&M College- Ghirmay S. Ghebreyesus, Southern University- Mary ... 3/28/2012 8:40:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=924 The University of Colorado Denver's Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) is pleased to announce the offering of faculty development program in International Entrepreneurship (FDIE) on May 29 to June 1, 2011 in Denver, Colorado.We are offering this FDIE program in response to the growing interest among entrepreneurship centers to internationalize their programs for faculty to develop and teach a course in international entrepreneurship. This FDIE program will feature two top scholars in the field: Walter Kuemmerle, formerly Associate Professor of Business Administration, Harvard Business School, and Patricia P. McDougall, Professor of Entrepreneurship, Indiana University. Both scholars have done ... 3/28/2012 11:22:56 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=923 Conferencia sobre Liderazgo EmprendedorOrganizada por el Programa Emprendedores, el 20 de marzo se dicto la conferencia sobre Liderazgo Emprendedor. A cargo del Dr. Paul Michael Swiercz. Emprendedores mantuvo una entrevista con el expositor.Ver videoSe llevo a cabo el Curso de Insercion LaboralFue organizado por el Programa Universidad Trabajo de la UNL y Aguas Santafesinas S.A. El mismo se realizo bajo la tematica: El agua y la seguridad alimentaria.Ver informacionExpresiva en los" Domingos en Candioti"Expresiva se sumo a la propuesta cultural y creativa promovida por el gobierno de la ciudad para los domingos de otono. La incubadora cultural tendra un stand junto ... 3/27/2012 12:21:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=921 EIASM, March 22, 2012Dear Colleague,We would like to draw your attention to the4th Workshop on Asian Management and EntrepreneurshipBrussels, Belgium, May 21-22, 2012Submission deadline isMarch 23, 2012Web site is : http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=8813rd Workshop on Architecture and Social ArchitectureBrussels, Belgium, May 23-24, 2012Submission deadline isMarch 31, 2012For More information : http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=908Please pass this onto any colleagues who may be interested.Best Regards,Graziella Michelante******************************************************Other events which might be of interest to you:26th Workshop on Strategic Human Resource Managementthat will take place in Brussels, April 12-13, 2012Workshop web site: http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=841Workshop on Talent Managementthat will take place in Brussels, April 16-17, 2012Workshop web site: http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=845Eden Doctoral Seminar on Economics and Management ... 3/25/2012 12:04:51 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=920 Call for papers and Invited Sessions Proposals. Submission Deadline: April 11th, 2012***************Special Track on Interdisciplinary Research, Education, and Communication Summer IDREC 2012 (http://www.2012iiisconferences.org/wmsci/idrec)Jointly with The Summer 2nd International Conference on Design and Modeling in Science, Education, and Technology: DeMset 2012 (http://www.2012iiisconferences.org/demset)***************July 17th - 20th, 2012 - Orlando, Florida, USA***************Non exclusionary Suggested topics***************• Case Studies in the Integration of Academic Activities• Case Studies in the Integration of Inter-disciplinary Research, Education, and communication• Case Studies in Applying IDREC to Real Life Problem solving• Inter-Disciplinary Research• Inter-Disciplinary Education• Inter-Disciplinary Communication (which includes the communication of disciplinary research to other ... 3/25/2012 12:02:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=919 Building National And Regional Innovation SystemsInstitutions for Economic DevelopmentJorge Niosi, Professor, Department of Management and Technology, Université du Québec à Montreal, Canada and Research Chair on the Management of Technology, Canada‘The era of the Washington consensus, where the basic advice to developing countries was simply to let markets emerge and not to interfere with their operations, now is gone, at least for the present. The challenge now is to articulate a broad development strategy that really works. Over the last decade a group of economists has been putting together a body of knowledge and analysis oriented to helping poor countries build ... 3/25/2012 12:00:55 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=918 SBANC NewsletterMarch 13, 2012Issue 708 - 2012QUOTE"Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome."-Booker T. WashingtonFEATURE PAPEROnline Research Methods: Sampling the BlogosphereThe following paper was written by Charlotte A. Allen of Stephen F. Austin State University and was presented at the 2011 Association of collegiate Marketing Educators Conference.AbstractThe purpose of this research paper is to provide a plan for gathering primary research information regarding the blogging world. The research questions that will be addressed are (1) What are the characteristics of a blog?, (2) What ... 3/15/2012 3:25:52 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=917 XVII Reunión Anual de laRed Pymes MercosurEscola Politécnica da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Brasil26, 27 y 28 de septiembre de 2012“"PyMES, Clusters e Innovación: una agenda para el MERCOSUR"”Convocatoria para la presentación de Resúmenes y Trabajos Se aceptarán trabajos en idioma portugués, español e inglés.información sobre la convocatoria para la presentación de resúmenes y trabajos de la XVII Reunión Anual de la Red PyMEs, que se realizará en Escola Politécnica da Universidade de Sao Paulo, Brasil, los días 26, 27 y 28 de septiembre de 2012. - http://www.iiete.unl.edu.ar/index.php?ver_noticia=158Saludamos atte. 3/15/2012 3:23:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=916 SBANC NewsletterMarch 6, 2012Issue 707 - 2012QUOTE"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."-Margaret MeadFEATURE PAPEREvaluating the Legitimacy of Entrepreneurship and Small Business as a Field of Study: An Exploratory StudyThe following paper was written by Niels Bosma, Erik Stam and Sander Wennekers was presented at the 2011 International Council for Small Business conference in Sweden.This paper presents the results of the first international comparative study of entrepreneurship within organizations (intrapreneurship) and independent entrepreneurship. Intrapreneurship is a more wide-spread phenomenon in high income countries than in low income ... 3/15/2012 3:17:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=915 Queridos amigos.Noses grato informarle que la CEPAL dispone de un enlace directo a los documentos que se mencionan más abajo:Mónica Casalet, Edgar Buenrostro, Federico Stezano, Rubén Oliver, Lucía Abelenda,Evolución y complejidad en el desarrollo de encadenamientos productivos en México, Documento de Proyecto No. 411 (LC/W.411) Santiago, Chile, diciembre 2011, Comisión Económica para América Latina y el Caribe (CEPAL).enlace:http://www.eclac.cl/cgi-bin/getprod.asp?xml=/publicaciones/xml/3/45413/P45413.xml&xsl=/ddpe/tpl/p9f.xsl&base=/ddpe/tpl/top-bottom.xsl.Carlo Ferraro (compilador)(2011),Eliminando barreras: El financiamiento a las pymes en América Latina(LC/R.2179), Santiago de Chile, Comisión Económica para América Latina y el Caribe (CEPAL).enlace:http://www.eclac.cl/cgi-bin/getprod.asp?xml=/publicaciones/xml/0/45220/P45220.xml&xsl=/ddpe/tpl/p9f.xsl&base=/ddpe/tpl/top-bottom.xslMarcelo Pessoa y Ana Arroio,Políticas de apoio a micro e pequenas empresas no Brasil, Documento de Proyecto No. 449 (LC/W.449) Santiago, ... 3/15/2012 3:15:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=914 ICSB 2012 Public Agencies Forum Building Engagement with the Small Business Sector Thursday 14th June – The Ilott Theatre, Wellington Town Hall, New Zealand A special one-day event held in conjunction with the 57th International Council for Small Business (ICSB) 2012 World Conference How can government bodies – such as policy departments, advisory services, regulators and service agencies - develop the most effective means of engagement, communication and information sharing with small businesses? The Forum will explore the many differentways that agencies have done this, using international examples from across the world and to also share the findings of research activities which can shed some light on how such engagement mightbe more effectively tailored ... 3/14/2012 1:25:34 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=913 The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB) Spring Webinar SeriesTitle: Open Innovation and SMEs > Register here >http://ecsbinnovation.eventbrite.com/Date: Thursday, March 29, 2012Time: 15:00 Central European Time 09:00 Eastern Standard Time (US)Presenter:Professor Luca IandoliUniversity of Naples Federico II, ItalyEmail: luca.iandoli@unina.itAbstract:Within the last decade, many experts have acknowledged mass-collaboration, enabled by Internet-based collaborative platforms (e.g. open source, forums, wiki, and social networks), to be one of the most interesting novelties in the IT and business world. The emergence of web 2.0 is instead somehow underemphasized when it comes to recognize its role an a technological enabler of open innovation. The open innovation paradigm assumes ... 3/12/2012 10:10:48 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=912 *Information Note* Bringing quality to good practice promotion: entrepreneurship and enterprise skills > Click here to view the ETF Good Practice FormBackground With increasing expectations on policymakers and practitioners to develop more cost-effective ways of developing human capital, good practice sharing has been identified as one option to reduce time, cost and effort in bringing innovation and value to the education and training system. Good practice developments, however, are constrained by two factors in particular. Firstly, access to good practice is often confined to specific events (e.g. conferences, seminars) and closed networks with many education and training providers, in particular, particularly on hearsay to enable access to more innovative developments in their field. Secondly, ... 3/12/2012 9:49:34 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=911 February 2012A lot has changed in how we teach entrepreneurship over the past couple of decades. A lot has also changed with the aspirations of the students we teach. This issue shares info on a freshman business class with an entrepreneurship focus, an exercise to explore the meaning of entrepreneurial success, and a tool that works well when working with students on business modeling. We also highlight a youth entrepreneurship mentoring program.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share with your colleagues around the globe. Just send them along to me at jeff.cornwall@belmont.eduTeaching ... 2/29/2012 2:13:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=910 Welcome to the February 2012 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.In this edition we have highlighted information for upcoming affiliate conferences such as the ICSB 2012 ICSB World Conference in New Zealand and the CCSBE Conference in Canada. If you are interested in hosting a conference in your region, you may also refer to the RFP to host the 2015 ICSB World Conference. Please note the deadline to submit has been extended to March 15, 2012.Please remember to visit www.icsb.org this month for the latest news and highlights from our ... 2/28/2012 1:01:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=909 SBANC NewsletterFebruary 28, 2012Issue 707 - 2012QUOTE"If you can dream it, you can do it."-Walt DisneyFEATURE PAPEREvaluating the Legitimacy of Entrepreneurship and Small Business as a Field of Study: An Exploratory StudyThe following paper was written by Kirk Heriot and Andres Jauregui of Columbus State University and was presented at the 2011 Small Business Institute Conference in Bonita Springs, Florida.AbstractIt is well established that interest in teaching entrepreneurship and small business in colleges and universities in the US has grown at enormous rates (Solomon, 2006). As our interest in these subjects has grown, so has our interest in the place they have ... 2/28/2012 12:52:56 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=908 We would like to present you some of the job opportunities at AKADEUS.com - your network of careers withinthe sector of Business Schools:FranceSenior Research Professor (f/m) specializing in International Business (International Marketing, Supply Chain, International Trade)- ParisResearchers / Professors in Marketing, Finance, Magamenent control and Information Sysytem- ISG - ParisDocteur en sciences de gestions ou PHD- EDC - ParisProfessor in Marketing- EDHEC Business School - Lille10 Full-time Professors- ICN Business School - Nancy / MetzProfessors- Reims Management School - Reimstwo Full Professors, two Associate Professors, three contract Lecturers- EM Strasbourg Bsuiness School - StrasbourgFaculty Positon in Human Resources Management- University of Paris - ... 2/24/2012 2:31:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=906 SBANC NewsletterFebruary 21, 2012Issue 706 - 2012QUOTE"An ant on the move does more than a dozing ox."-Lao TzuFEATURE PAPERA Gender Perspective on Career Preferences and Entrepreneurial Self-efficacyThe following paper was written by Boris Urban from the University of Witwatersrand and was presented at the 2011 International Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship Conference in Nashville, TN.AbstractGender perspectives on entrepreneurship illustrate that women are less likely than men to start ventures because of the tendency for women to have lower self-efficacy perceptions. The objective of this study was to establish to what extent women perceive self-employment as a viable career choice and what ... 2/24/2012 2:22:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=905 The 23rd Gateway Entrepreneurship Research Conference, April 20-22, 2012,Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MOClick here for PDFThe topic for the 2012 conference is: Technology Commercialization: Have we learned anything? Keynote address will be given by Kathleen Allen, of the USC Marshall School of Business.The entrepreneurship teaching and research communities have vital roles to play in the economic growth of any region and every country. We will identify what those roles are and how we can accelerate more effective technology commercialization going forward. Gateway Conference attendance does not require a paper submission.The goal is to create an environment that maximizes opportunity for informal group ... 2/23/2012 10:21:17 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=904 Call for Submissions CCSBE has gained a reputation in Canada for inviting scholars and practitioners from around the world to share research and best practices, and to discuss small business and entrepreneurship. This year's conference attempts to challenge scholars and practitioners to consider their findings - under all areas of entrepreneurship - in light of how they could be applied in practice. The 2012 CCSBE Conference is exploring the theme "Bridging the Gap Between Research and Practice."We will be accepting submissions for academic papers, case studies, workshops and panels in the following tracks:Finance- debt, banking, private equity, public equityThe Entrepreneur- motivation, ... 2/17/2012 12:46:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=903 SBANC NewsletterFebruary 14, 2012Issue 705 - 2012QUOTE"When you can't change the direction of the wind - adjust your sails."-H. Jackson BrownFEATURE PAPERSources of Financing for New Technology Firms: Evidence from the Kauffman Firm SurveyThe following paper was written by Susan Coleman from the Barney School from the University of Hartford and Alicia M. Robb from the University of California, Santa Cruz and was presented at the 2010 United States Association of Small Business and Entrepreneurship Conference in Nashville, TN.AbstractThis article uses data from the Kauffman Firm Survey to explore the financing sources and strategies of new technology-based firms. Findings reveal that technology-based ... 2/17/2012 12:41:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=902 INDICATIVE PROGRAMMEPre-Congress Forum:Fostering entrepreneurship and small business in Africa.Plenaries1. Fostering small business in new and high-potential industries2. Stabilising the fragile global economy - what role for entrepreneurship and small business?3. Competitiveness and growth through sustainability: Can small businesses show the way?4. Africa, the next economic frontier – positioning entrepreneurs and small businesses to reap the benefits of growth.Tracks1. Enterprise support institutions2. Enterprise support practice3. SME business strategy4. Inclusive development strategies and SME crisis recoveryOther highlights1. Exhibition: Support programmes and SME products2. Youth Business Congress3. Social activities and entertainmentWHO SHOULD ATTEND?• Entrepreneurs • SME bodies • Policy makers • SME agencies • ... 2/17/2012 12:39:30 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=901 Here at the Global Business School Network, we are dedicated to the idea that MBAs can change the world. Whether through their volunteer work, student projects, new enterprises or blossoming careers, MBAs are making a difference in the developing world. Our MBA Challenge Video Contest was designed to celebrate and reward their efforts.The MBA Challenge Video Contest welcomes video submissions from current and recently graduated (in the past 5 years) MBA students from any business school around the globe. Individuals or teams are encouraged to make an innovative and powerful video of no more than 6 minutes, demonstrating how they are applying their business ... 2/17/2012 12:37:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=900 Dear ICSB Educators,My Senior Business Planning Course will be using Quipu Business Model this semester as a FREE TRIAL.This FREE TRIAL is running my own curriculum with specific document and business plan outlines.Quipu has extended this offer to all USASBE educators for FREE, which may be an exceptional way for you to integrate business modeling and planning in your own curriculum.ICSB Educators click HERE to join! 2/14/2012 2:46:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=899 www.ICSB2012.orgA friendly reminder to all ICSB members that the deadline to submit your abstracts and/or poster, workshop or symposia proposals for ICSB 2012 is February 15, 2012.Click HERE to submit today!The conference, in Wellington, New Zealand from June 10-13, is centered on the theme “Leading from the Edge” and offers 18 tracks where authors can submit work. Abstract submissions for full paper presentations should be between 700-1100 words (excluding tables and references). Submissions for poster presentations, workshops, and symposia should be between 450-900 words. A double blind review process will be used for all submissions, so we ask all authors to ... 2/13/2012 11:05:18 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=898 EIASM, February 9, 2012Dear Colleague,I would like to inform you that the submission deadline for the9th Workshop on Corporate Governance that will take place in Brussels, Belgium, May 14-15, 2012 has been postponed toFebruary 23, 2012.The workshop web site is : http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=842I am also taking this opportunity to remind you of the following upcoming deadlines :(NEW) Workshop on Fashioning Management that will take place in London, June 25-26, 2012Submission deadline isFebruary 15, 2012The web site is :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=8443rd Workshop on Architecture and Social ArchitectureBrussels, Belgium, May 23-24, 2012Submission deadline isMarch 5, 2012The web site is :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=9084th Workshop on Asian Management and EntrepreneurshipBrussels, Belgium, May 21-22, 2012Submission ... 2/10/2012 2:05:08 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=897 Foundations Of The Knowledge EconomyInnovation, Learning and ClustersEdited by Knut Ingar Westeren, Nord-Trøndelag University College, NorwayThis book presents new evidence concerning the influential role of context and institutions on the relations between knowledge, innovation, clusters and learning.From a truly international perspective, the expert contributors capture the most interesting and relevant aspects of knowledge economy.March 2012296 ppHardback978 0 85793 771 1Regular Price $125.00Web Price$112.50For full contents -www.e-elgar.comRegulation And The Performance Of Communication And Information NetworksEdited by Gerald R. Faulhaber, Professor Emeritus of Business and Public Policy, University of Pennsylvania, US, Gary Madden, Professor of Economics and Director, Communication Economics and Electronic Markets ... 2/10/2012 2:02:30 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=896 Findings from the GW Coptic Diaspora Survey: Implications for Egyptand its DevelopmentIn collaboration with Coptic Orphans, GW has conducted the first ever survey of the Coptic Diaspora in the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.Please join us February 10, 12:00-2:00, to learn about the preliminary findings from the study and implications for Egypt's development. RSVP BY FEBRUARY 8 AT:https://survey.gwu.edu/index.cfm?SURVEY_ID=7200Three discussants will consider the implications from two very different perspectives:Dilip Ratha, Lead Economist and Manager, Migration and Remittances Team, Development Prospects Group, World Bank, will consider investment and philanthropy implications in the global context.Bishop Angaelos, General Bishop (Coptic Church) of the United Kingdom, will consider the implications for ... 2/10/2012 1:59:47 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=895 SBANC NewsletterFebruary 7, 2012Issue 704 - 2012QUOTE"Success is a prize given to those who try and fail willingly."-Jeffrey BryantFEATURE PAPERThe Motivations of Enduring Product InvolvementThe following paper was written by Kevin J. Cumiskey of Eastern Kentucky University and was presented at the 2011 Association of collegiate Marketing Educators Meeting.AbstractEnduring involvement (EI) has been studied vigorously in the consumer behavior literature. Extant research has operationalized EI as high-versus-low or present-versus-not present. However, it is believed that EI is a more complex construct that has multiple motivations. The author utilizes seven EI motivations proposed in earlier research and an additional motivation to identify the number ... 2/10/2012 1:58:07 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=894 The Academy of Management Entrepreneurship Division And McGraw HillPresent theInnovation in Entrepreneurship Pedagogy AwardThe Academy of Management Entrepreneurship Division and McGraw Hill present an annual award ($1500) to the person(s) who develops and implements an innovation in entrepreneurship pedagogy for either graduate or undergraduate education. The innovation must be a full course that is focused on entrepreneurship. Although innovations in a program of courses or in individual exercises are certainly valuable, they will not be considered for this award.The purpose of the award is to encourage not only innovations in pedagogy, but also the dissemination of such innovations. Criteria for evaluation of nominations include (1.) the ... 2/9/2012 11:49:36 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=893 Small Business & the PM | Are we creating a digital divide? | Small Business represented on Retail CouncilWhat a great start to the year for Small Business!A couple of weeks ago I met with the Prime Minister, together with Council of Small Business Australia Deputy Chair Amanda Lynch (of the Real Estate Institute of Australia). We discussed the key issues for small business people. This included good constructive discussion on the appointment of a national small business commissioner and what role that person may take if one is appointed. We also discussed the health needs of people in business, our suggestion ... 2/9/2012 11:18:52 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=892 FEDERATION OF INDIAN WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS1-A, Lower Ground Floor, Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi - 110016Phone: 011-26850395, 46089142 Fax: 011-2686853112th GLOBAL CONFERENCE in association with IFWE (International Federation of Women Entrepreneurs) on "Trade Liberalization and its Global Impact on Women Entrepreneurs" to be held at New Delhi on 3rd, 4th & 5th April, 2012Greetings from FIWE!!!!We are pleased to inform you that the Federation of Indian Women Entrepreneurs (FIWE), an apex body of associations of women entrepreneurs and professionals spread across length & breadth in India, is organizing the 12th Global Conference on "Trade Liberalization and its global impact on women entrepreneurs', ... 2/9/2012 11:15:26 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=891 Search for the Dean of the Martha and Spencer Love School of BusinessElon University seeks an exceptional Dean for the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business.Elon is a vibrant, top-ranked U.S. university that has built a strong reputation for its commitment to student engagement and experiential learning. The academic program is distinguished by a rigorous foundation in the liberal arts and sciences combined with outstanding professional programs.Elon’s Love School of Business has been recently recognized among the nation’s best, ranked by Businessweek as #26 for academic quality, #19 for its entrepreneurship program and #60 overall, and by as number one ... 2/9/2012 11:12:36 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=890 Global Women’s Entrepreneurship ResearchDiverse Settings, Questions and ApproachesEdited by Karen D. Hughes, Professor, Department of Strategic Management and Organization (Alberta School of Business) and Sociology (Faculty of Arts), University of Alberta, Canada and Jennifer E. Jennings, Associate Professor, Department of Strategic Management and Organization, Alberta School of Business, University of Alberta, CanadaGlobal Women’s Entrepreneurship Research responds to recent calls from academic researchers and policy analysts alike to pay greater attention to the diversity and heterogeneity among women entrepreneurs. Drawing together studies by 26 researchers affiliated with the DIANA International Research Network, this collection contributes to a richer and more robust understanding ... 2/7/2012 12:36:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=889 Greetings!Welcome to the e-newsletter for the 2012 Canadian Council for Small Business World Conference. Throughout the year, we will be using this newsletter to keep you updated on important conference information!We are happy to invite you to join us in Halifax, Nova Scotia from September 27th to 29th to explore the theme "Bridging the Gap Between Research and Practice". We are putting together a program that will attract delegates to share innovative research and best practices while interacting with industry experts from across Canada.We will be sending out our Call for Papers on Wednesday, February 15th so you can learn more about presenting ... 2/7/2012 12:33:57 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=888 SBANC NewsletterJanuary 31, 2012Issue 703 - 2012QUOTE"You must do the things you think you cannot do."-Eleanor RooseveltFEATURE PAPERHow Do Small Firms Use Financial Statements?The following paper was written by Howard Van Auken of Iowa State University and Shawn M. Carraher of Minot State University/Severson Entrepreneurship Academy and was presented at the 2011 Allied Academies International Conference in Orlando, Florida.AbstractFinancial statements are prepared so that the financial information can be used by stakeholders to better understand and mange the firm. An important aspect of using financial statements is to help make better decisions, especially as related to the financial impact of the decisions. ... 2/7/2012 12:28:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=887 Findings from the GW Coptic Diaspora Survey: Implications for Egyptand its DevelopmentWith logistical support from Coptic Orphans, GW has conducted thefirst ever survey of the Coptic Diaspora in the United States, Canada,Australia, and the United Kingdom.Please join us February 10, 12:00-2:00, to learn about the preliminaryfindings from the study and implications for Egypt's development. RSVPBY FEBRUARY 6 AT:https://survey.gwu.edu/index.cfm?SURVEY_ID=7200Two discussants will consider the implications from two very differentperspectives:Pradeep Ramamurthy, USAID's Deputy Counselor for Innovation, willconsider the implications of diasporas for development andcontextualize the survey findings in terms of the US Government’sefforts to engage diasporas for development.Bishop Angaelos, General Bishop (Coptic Church) of ... 2/7/2012 12:24:05 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=886 Call for Papers: Measuring the Impact of Entrepreneurship Education Journal of Small Business Management (JSBM) 2013 Special Issue (Issue 51, Volume 2) Guest Editors: George Vozikis, California State University, Fresno George Solomon, George Washington University Doan Winkel, Illinois State University Background and objectives of the special issue Those institutions and individuals creating and delivering entrepreneurship education seek to provide various students (undergraduate, graduate, business, non-business, etc.) with skills, strategies, knowledge, and motivation to improve their chances of entrepreneurial success (Ronstadt, 1985). This success could manifest in, for instance, founding a sustainable business, or transforming an existing small business or corporation in innovative ways. Preliminary evidence suggests that entrepreneurship education is indeed related to becoming an entrepreneur and to entrepreneurial success (Dickson, Solomon, ... 2/2/2012 2:28:50 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=885 January 2012It was great to see so many of you at the USASBE conference in New Orleans. Once again I came away with a long list of classroom and program innovations to share with you over the coming months.While at USASBE, I had the pleasure of talking with Rhonda and Bryan from PlanningShop, who make the Entrepreneurship Educator Newsletter possible each month. We all enthusiastically agreed that we have just scratched the surface of the examples of excellence in entrepreneurship education that we can share through the newsletter. Therefore, I am pleased to say that we have renewed our commitment to ... 2/1/2012 1:04:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=884 Greetings From Guy Africa’s economic growth, among the fastest in the world, is rapidly draining the pool of local managers. Large firms, entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, educators, trainers and consultants from across the continent speak of a widespread shortage of knowledgeable managers: of a disconnect between theoretical knowledge and practice; of companies struggling to find the right local people to launch their brands in new markets; of entrepreneurs battling to identify employees to help them drive growth; of NGOs seeing their missions founder because of lack of human capacity. They all cite an acute shortage of quality local managers as a major obstacle to growth. Well over a million additional managers are ... 2/1/2012 12:58:49 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=883 Dear friends of the MENA-OECD Investment Programme,As you know, entrepreneurs are needed more than ever to respond to the challenges of economic uncertainty and job creation. This is true not only for OECD countries but also, and importantly, for the MENA region.Launched in 2009, the MENA 100 Business Plan Competition is an effort to promote entrepreneurship and to inspire potential entrepreneurs in the MENA region. The Competition is divided into three stages:Round 1 consists of a call for applications from entrepreneurs in 19 MENA economies through www.mena100.org. The current call for applications is open until 29th February 2012.In Round 2 selected ... 2/1/2012 12:51:25 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=882 Q4 2011 Visa Small Business Review > click here to view the full report (PDF)At a high level, our 2011 fourth quarter small business survey results indicate:Increased optimism on business and economic outlookGreater confidence that revenue and profits will not further declineMore satisfaction with recent support from financial institutionsOpportunities for issuers to promote no annual fee cards or provide education on fee avoidanceThose benefiting from this Review will be our key U.S. small business constituents, including:Issuing clients, informing our customers of small business attitudes, trends and insights so they are better equipped to strategically grow and manage their payment portfolios.Small business owners, ... 1/31/2012 2:06:02 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=881 Welcome to the January 2012 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.As we move into the month of February, I would like to thank our members for their hard work and efforts in 2011. 2012 has gotten off to a great start with USASBE 2012 and other affiliate events. I look forward to a full slate of events upcoming that includes the ICSB 2012 World Conference in Wellington, New Zealand. Don't forget the submission deadline is February 15!Please remember to visit www.icsb.org this month for the latest news and ... 1/29/2012 2:48:04 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=880 ***************Workshop, Invited Session(s), and Conversational Session: Call for Participation***************Extended abstracts (600-1200 words) can be sent to stcsm-sec@mail.icsit2012.org according to the following deadlines (More details can be found at http://www.2012iiisconferences.org/icsit/stcsm)• February 3rd, 2012 for the inclusion of the accepted articles in the pre-conference proceedings• February 15th, 2012 for the inclusion of the accepted articles in the post-conference proceedings***************Non exclusionary topics***************• Case Methods and Methodologies• Case Studies Research• Case Studies in Education• Case Studies in STEM Education• Consulting Case Studies• Business Case Studies• Case Studies in Management• Information Systems Case Studies• Software Engineering Case Studies• ... 1/29/2012 2:20:16 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=879 ConferencePublic Policies to Micro and Small EnterprisesApril 2012Universidad IberoamericanaMexico City The Inter-American Conference on Social Security (CISS), the Universidad Iberoamericana (IBERO), and the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) are jointly organizing the conference "Public Policies to Micro and Small Enterprises". The main aim of this conference is to help systematize and socialize the evidence in relation to institutions, programs and tools to support the Micro and Small Enterprises, especially in the region of the Americas.We invite specialist on the topic to propose research papers that present evidence in some of the following areas (abstracts will not be accepted): 1. Evolution of the public policies to ... 1/29/2012 2:17:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=878 SBANC NewsletterJanuary 24, 2012Issue 702 - 2012QUOTE"We must rediscover the distinction between hope and expectation."-Ivan IllichFEATURE PAPERFrom Military to Entrepreneurship: The Canadian PerspectiveThe following paper was written by Maeghan Smulders, from Mount Royal University and Kalinga Jagoda, from Mount Royal University and was presented at the 2011 ICSB Conference in Sweden.IntroductionToday's society has to consider the impact of the complete withdrawal from Iraq and the future of the active duty troops will have on the global economy. According to the International Institute for Strategies Studies (2009), by 2008 there were 20.5 million people serving in the armed forces worldwide. With the anticipated discharge ... 1/29/2012 2:11:13 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=876 Jeffrey R. Alves Appointed Dean of the Sidhu School of Business and Leadership At Wilkes University WILKES-BARRE, PA. (January 16, 2012) – Jeffrey R. Alves (pictured right) has been appointed dean of the Jay S. Sidhu School of Business and Leadership at Wilkes University. Alves served as interim dean prior to his permanent appointment following a national search for a new dean. In announcing the appointment, Reynold Verret, University provost, said, “I am confident that Dr. Alves will advance the mission of the Sidhu School. As a faculty member, he has played a key role in developing curriculum and programs that define the Sidhu School experience for our business students. We look forward to ... 1/25/2012 3:08:28 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=875 ECSB POST-DOCTORAL WRITING WORKSHOP (PDWW) at RENT XXVI Building post-doc networking in entrepreneurship and small business management research EMLYON Business School, Lyon (France) 21 November 2012 Organised by Assistant Professor Dr. Cristina Díaz (University of Castilla La Mancha, Spain)Associate Professor Dr. Luca Iandoli (University of Naples Federico II, Italy)Prof. Dr. Friederike Welter (Jönköping University, Sweden) Have you recently finished your PhD Thesis in entrepreneurship and the small business field and are now wondering what’s coming next? Do you want to learn more about publishing your research? Do you need advice on your latest research proposal or an article you are working on? Do you want to set up (international) research collaborations, and are looking for collaborators? ... 1/24/2012 2:56:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=874 Estimados Amigos,A continuación detallamos otras publicaciones recientes de CEPAL sobre Pymes, esperando que puedan ser de vuestro interés.El desafío de las TIC en ArgentinaMarta Novick y Sebastián Rotondo (compiladores)http://www.cepal.org/cgi-bin/getProd.asp?xml=/publicaciones/xml/7/45207/P45207.xml&xsl=/ddpe/tpl/p9f.xsl&base=/ddpe/tpl/top-bottom.xsltPolíticas para la innovación en las pequeñas y medianas empresas en América LatinaMarco Dini y Giovanni Stumpo, compiladoreshttp://www.cepal.org/cgi-bin/getProd.asp?xml=/publicaciones/xml/3/43993/P43993.xml&xsl=/ddpe/tpl/p9f.xsl&base=/ddpe/tpl/top-bottom.xsltLa persona de contacto es el Sr. Carlo Ferraro - Oficial de asuntos económicos - Unidad de inversiones y estratégias empresariales - División de desarrollo productivo y empresarial - CEPAL -Santiago, Naciones Unidas -carlo.ferraro@cepal.org(56 -2) 210 2490(56 -2) 210 2590www.cepal.org/ddpeCordiales saludos.Secretaría Asociación Civil Red PyMEsRivadavia 703 - Rafaela, Santa Fesecretaria@redpymes.org.arTel/ Fáx: (54) 03492 502063/ 437463www.redpymes.org.ar 1/23/2012 7:53:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=873 The Politecnico di Milano University, in collaboration with the Project Management Institute (PMI), is administering a survey to analyze how Project Managers working for Non-Governmental Organizations manage International Development Projects.The results will be distributed among all the participants.Can you please forward this email to Project Managers and NGOs in your network?The questionnaire is available in English and Spanish.For submitting the questionnaire (before February 4th) and for further information please write to pm.dig@polimi.it or visit our website: http://www.dabacu.polimi.it/web/pm/All responses will be treated with absolute confidentiality. The name of NGO’s and individuals will not be released.Thank you for your collaborationMatteo FalgariResearch Team on the Management of International Development Projects (minDep)Politecnico ... 1/23/2012 7:51:25 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=872 We would like to inform you that *February 3rd, 2012* is the submission deadline for the second reviewing cycle for abstracts/draft papers submissions and invited session proposals for the 6th International Multi-Conference on Society, Cybernetics and Informatics IMSCI 2012 (http://www.2012iiisconferences.org/imsci) to be held in Orlando, Florida, USA, on July 17-20, 2012. (Check the web site for possible extensions)****************Collocated Events****************Participants can attend any session of the following collocated events and will receive a CD with the papers of all them. Submissions deadlines for the collocated events can be found at www.iiis.org/iiis/current_submissions_deadlines.asp.• The 10th International Conference on Education and Information Systems, Technologies and ... 1/19/2012 2:23:06 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=871 The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB) Spring Webinar SeriesDear Colleagues,The ECSB Spring Webinar Series will feature three interesting topics and they are as follows:26 January 2012 - Dr Thomas Cooney: How to Write Case Studies for Teaching PurposesRegister Today! > http://ecsbcase.eventbrite.com/23 February 2012 - Prof. Alain Fayolle: Trends and Perspectives in Entrepreneurship Research: Opportunities for French-Speaking Scholars (in French)29 March 2012 - Prof. Luca Iandoli: Open Innovation and SMEsThe webinars start at 3pm Central European Time and are for FREE.Best regards,Michael Battaglia----------------If you have never attended a Connect Pro meeting before:Test your connection: http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htmWatch this video for a quick overview: http://www.adobe.com/go/connectpro_overviewAdobe, ... 1/19/2012 2:22:23 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=870 SBANC NewsletterJanuary 17, 2012Issue 701 - 2012QUOTE"Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect."-Mark TwainFEATURE PAPEREntrepreneurs -- Born or Made?The following paper was written by Robert B. Matthews of Sam Houston State University, Charles R. B. Stowe of Lander University, and G. Keith Jenkins of Sam Houston State University and was presented at the 2011 Allied Academies conference in Orlando.Literature on the subject of entrepreneurship has historically viewed entrepreneurship resulting from certain unique entrepreneurial character and personality traits, and has focused heavily upon identifying those particular traits and describing the exploits of "born entrepreneurs" ... 1/19/2012 2:19:19 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=869 The Future of Entrepreneurship Education Summit is the world’s largest, invite-only event that convenes top leaders from different sectors of the entrepreneurship ecosystem (government, foundations, education, corporations, media, entrepreneur support organizations, and entrepreneurs).The vision of the Summit is to help make entrepreneurship a viable career pathway, and in so doing, help solve the jobs crisis.The first Summit was held on February 18, 2011 at the University of Central Florida and was attended by 130 individuals. Collectively, the organizations that participated serve over 30 million aspiring and existing entrepreneurs per year and have given hundreds of millions in donations to the field.The ... 1/19/2012 2:15:45 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=868 EIASM, January 12, 2012Dear Colleague,With this email message, we would like to inform you thatdue to numerous requests, we have decided to extend the submission deadlinefor the 26th Workshop on Strategic Human Resource Management to January 25, 2012Workshop web site: http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=841Here are some other events which could be of some interest to you :WORKSHOP ON TALENT MANAGEMENT- to be held in Brussels, April 16-17, 20126th WORKSHOP ON TRUST WITHIN AND BETWEEN ORGANISATIONS- Milan, Italy, June 14-15, 2012Submission deadline for Interactive Workshops : January 31, 20129th WORKSHOP ON CORPORATE GOVERNANCE- Brussels, May 14-15, 2012Submission deadline : February 10, 20124th WORKSHOP ON ASIAN MANAGEMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP- Brussels, April 21-22, ... 1/19/2012 2:12:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=867 Entrepreneurship And Innovation In Second Tier RegionsHeike Mayer, Professor of Economic Geography, Institute of Geography, University of Bern, SwitzerlandSecond tier high-tech regions are taking a different path than their well-known counterparts such as Silicon Valley or Route 128 around Boston. They may lack many prerequisites of growth such as a world-class research university or high levels of venture capital funding. Often, however, they can successfully leverage anchor firms and entrepreneurial spinoffs. This book explores the evolution of these regions in the United States.February 2012272 ppHardback978 1 84720 359 5Regular Price $115.00Web Price$103.50For full contents -www.e-elgar.comUser-Based Innovation In ServicesEdited by Jon Sundbo, ... 1/19/2012 2:10:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=866 SBANC NewsletterJanuary 10, 2012Issue 700 - 2012QUOTE"One cannot and must not try to erase the past merely because it does not fit the present."-Golda MeirFEATURE PAPEREthnic entrepreneurship in reverse in the UK: Is there gender bias in access to finance for South Asian women. . .The following paper was written by Professor Harry Matlay of Birmingham City University, Dr Jonathan M. Scott of Teesside University, and Dr Geoff Whittam from the University of the West of Scotland and was presented at the 2011 ICSB conference in Sweden.This paper investigates whether there is a gender bias in access to external finance for South Asian ... 1/19/2012 2:09:20 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=865 Entrepreneurship And Innovation In Second Tier RegionsHeike Mayer, Professor of Economic Geography, Institute of Geography, University of Bern, SwitzerlandSecond tier high-tech regions are taking a different path than their well-known counterparts such as Silicon Valley or Route 128 around Boston. They may lack many prerequisites of growth such as a world-class research university or high levels of venture capital funding. Often, however, they can successfully leverage anchor firms and entrepreneurial spinoffs. This book explores the evolution of these regions in the United States.February 2012272 ppHardback978 1 84720 359 5Regular Price $115.00Web Price$103.50For full contents -www.e-elgar.comUnderstanding Entrepreneurial Family Businesses In Uncertain EnvironmentsOpportunities ... 1/19/2012 2:06:50 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=864 9th Annual Best Paper Award in Women’s EntrepreneurshipICSB World Conference 10-13 June 2012 in Wellington, New Zealandhttp://www.icsb2012.orgPurpose: The purpose of the Best Paper Award in Women’s Entrepreneurship is to: encourage scholarly analysis and research in women’s entrepreneurship; increase the level of understanding about the special characteristics, challenges and contributions of women business owners and their enterprises; and make the connection between increased understanding and practical implications for policy and program action.Nature of Award: The award shall consist of a certificate to the recipient, a cash award in the amount of $1,000 USD, a subscription to the International Journal of Gender and Entrepreneurship, and ... 1/17/2012 7:48:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=863 Estimados,A continuación detallamos publicaciones recientes de CEPAL sobre Pymes, esperando que puedan ser de vuestro interés.Evolución y complejidad en el desarrollo de encadenamientos productivos en México.http://www.eclac.cl/cgi-bin/getprod.asp?xml=/publicaciones/xml/3/45413/P45413.xml&xsl=/ddpe/tpl/p9f.xsl&base=/ddpe/tpl/top-bottom.xslEliminando barreras: El financiamiento a las pymes en América Latinahttp://www.eclac.cl/cgi-bin/getprod.asp?xml=/publicaciones/xml/0/45220/P45220.xml&xsl=/ddpe/tpl/p9f.xsl&base=/ddpe/tpl/top-bottom.xslPolíticas de apoio a micro e pequenas empresas no Brasilhttp://www.eclac.cl/cgi-bin/getprod.asp?xml=/publicaciones/xml/1/45421/P45421.xml&xsl=/ddpe/tpl/p9f.xsl&base=/ddpe/tpl/top-bottom.xslApoyando a las pymes: Políticas de fomento en América Latina y el Caribehttp://www.eclac.cl/cgi-bin/getprod.asp?xml=/publicaciones/xml/0/45410/P45410.xml&xsl=/ddpe/tpl/p9f.xsl&base=/ddpe/tpl/top-bottom.xslCuarta reunión ministerial Santo DomingoExperiencias exitosas en innovación, inserción internacional e inclusión social una mirad desde las pymes.Podrán ver el libro en nuestro sitio web http://www.redpymes.org.ar/descargas/cuarta_reunion_ministerial_santo_domingo_web.pdfLa persona de contacto es el Sr. Carlo Ferraro - Oficial de asuntos económicos - Unidad de inversiones y estratégias empresariales - ... 1/10/2012 10:26:53 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=862 Greetings Everyone,It's a pleasure to inform you the new board of Argentine Affiliate for the period January 1st. 2012 to December 31th 2013:Period 2012-2013 President: Federico, Juan -jfederic@ungs.edu.ar Vice President, Publications and Research: Borello, José –jborello@ungs.edu.ar Vice President, Membership and Development: Roitter, Sonia –sroitter@ungs.edu.ar Vice President, Programs: Bezchinsky, Gabriel –Gabriel@bezchinsky.com Vice President, Marketing: D’Annunzio, Claudia –dannunzio@econ.unicen.edu.ar Vice President , Financial: Ascúa, Rubén -rubascua@arnet.com.arBest regards,Secretaría Asociación Civil Red PyMEsRivadavia 703Tel:+54 (03492) 502063Fáx:+54 (03492) 437463secretaria@redpymes.org.arwww.redpymes.org.arRafaela, Santa Fe - Argentina 1/10/2012 10:26:04 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=861 Make sure not to miss the Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index (GEDI) 2012 Launch this week. What country tops the index this year?Thursday, January 5, 2012, 9am - 12pm at the Heritage Foundation. This Launch focuses on the 'Americas' and includes a panel discussion on Latin America including panelists from the Inter American Development Bank and Innova (Chile's Economic Development Agency). To register for this free event click on this link: http://www.heritage.org/events/2012/01/entrepreneurshpFriday morning Zoltan acs will be on Jim Bassingame's Small Business Advocate at 8:30 in the morning discusing GEDI 2012. The Small Business Advocate Show; www.smallbusinessadvocate.com;facebook.com/smallbusinessadvocate;twitter.com/jimblasingameFriday, January 6, 2012, 5pm - 7pm ... 1/10/2012 10:25:11 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=860 December 2011Three programs that take entrepreneurship education out of the traditional classroom are our focus this month. In this issue we highlight a summer accelerator, a year-long experiential practicum program, and a program that offers support for women entrepreneurs.Hope all of you had a restful break between terms. Hope to see many of you in New Orleans at the USASBE meeting!We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share with your colleagues around the globe. Just send them along to me at jeff.cornwall@belmont.eduTurning Student Start-ups into Year-long PracticumStudents working with the Weinert Center for ... 1/3/2012 3:22:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=859 Estimados amigos,Adjuntamos información relativa al Simposio Internacional Heinz Hermann Erbe S-2012 que puede resultar de vuestro interés. La persona de contacto es el Dr. Raúl O. Dichiara - Comité organizador HHES-2012 - Vicepresidente - Universidad Nacional del Sur.Saludos cordiales.Secretaría Asociación Civil Red PyMEs MercosurRivadavia 703Tel:+54 (03492) 502063Fáx:+54 (03492) 437463Email: secretaria@redpymes.org.arwww.redpymes.org.arRafaela, Santa Fe - Argentina 1/3/2012 3:13:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=858 Call for PapersJournal of Small Business Management (JSBM)Special Issue on Understanding entrepreneurship: challenging dominant perspectives and theorising entrepreneurship through new post-positivist epistemologiesSpecial Issue Guest EditorsAlistair Anderson, Robert Gordon University, UK (a.r.anderson@rgu.ac.uk)Alain Fayolle, EM Lyon Business School, France (fayolle@em-lyon.com)Jeremy Howells, University of Southampton, UK (j.howells@soton.ac.uk)Mine Karatas-zkan, University of Southampton, UK (mko@soton.ac.uk)Roland Condor, EM Normandie Business School, France (r.condor@em-normandie.fr)Submission deadline: June 1, 2012Call for submissionsOver the past decade entrepreneurship scholarship has generated a large body of research reflecting an important and dynamic subject domain (Wiklund, Davidsson, Audretsch and Karlsson, 2011).Entrepreneurship has become an increasingly popular field of study with a growing community of ... 12/30/2011 3:28:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=857 Welcome to the December 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.Happy New Year on behalf of the ICSB International Office! ICSB recognizes all of the great work being done by our members around the world in today and in 2011 surrounding the evolution of business and entrepreneurship. In this newsletter we look ahead to some exciting events just around the corner, like USASBE 2012, ICSB 2012, SEAANZ 2012 and the Entrepreneurship, Family Firms and Economic Development conference.I also remind you of the January 10th deadline to ... 12/30/2011 8:45:52 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=856 JOURNAL OF SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (JSBM) Call for Papers for Special Issue on: Entrepreneurship in BRICS Countries – International Models and Benchmarks Guest Editors: Professor Jay Mitra, Centre for Entrepreneurship Research, University of Essex, UK. Professor Mathew J Manimala, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, India. Professor David Smallbone, Kingston University, UK The BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India, and China), which are known to epitomize the developmental patterns of the emerging economies, have recently been expanded at the political level to BRICS (including South Africa). With this expansion, the group has representation in four major continents, and is seen as representing the issues and concerns of fast developing economies in a global context. It goes without saying that a major factor ... 12/29/2011 1:50:02 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=855 View a web version of the e-newsletter hereWomenable's Top Ten - The most noteworthy news & research of the yearFor the second straight year, we're devoting our end of year e-newsletter to a review of the most noteworthy womenabling events of 2011. Here - in no particular order - is our list of the ten most important research reports, events, and emerging trends of the year:The centenary of International Women's Day: The very first International Women's Day was held 100 years ago in 1911 - making 2011 the 100th anniversary of the annual celebration of the contributions that women make to society. This ... 12/23/2011 9:55:32 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=853 Dear Colleagues,On behalf of those who are doing SME business, supporting SME activities and engaging in research on SME activates in Japan, it is my pleasure to send you the "2011 White Paper on SMEs in Japan."View online at:http://www.chusho.meti.go.jp/pamflet/hakusyo/h23/h23_1/2011hakusho_eng.pdfThe SME White Paper has been edited since 1964 every year in order to report on the SME situation, including activities and policies aimed at Japanese SMEs.SME policy has been taking on more and more importance as public policy in every country and exchanging information is also useful among business persons in international society. I hope the White paper on Japanese SME will be helpful to ... 12/15/2011 3:10:44 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=852 SBANC NewsletterDecember 13, 2011Issue 699 - 2011QUOTE"Change your thoughts and you change your world."-Norman Vincent PealeFEATURE PAPERPerformance of Historically Underrepresented Firms in the Public-Private SectorThe following paper was written by William McDowell of East Carolina University and Troy Voelker of University of Houston - Clear Lake and was present at the 2011 Small Business Institute Conference.AbstractThis study examines the performance of historically underrepresented firms, which includes women owned businesses and socially disadvantaged businesses. We examine performance in the context of securing public contracts and compare the performance of these historically underrepresented firms to those of non-minority small and large businesses. Utilizing a sample ... 12/14/2011 3:18:01 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=851 As Suleyman Demirel University, we are organizing 3th Erasmus International Days in 8-12th May 2012.The main theme of activity is "Sharing Erasmus Experiences". As a subtopics we planned to discuss and yours experiences as;The main themes of the conference include:A) Sustainability of changes brought by Erasmus ProgrammesB) Feature visions of Erasmus programmes by the feed back of past experiencesC) Diploma supplement as a tool for internationalization in educationD) Erasmus good practise - recognition of the coursesE) Buddy system - the first aid for international studentsHere attached you will please find the draft programme and registration form. The programme will be constantly ... 12/14/2011 3:14:37 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=850 Call for PapersInternational Journal of Business and Social ScienceISSN 2219-1933 (Print), 2219- 6021 (Online)International Journal of Business and Social Science (IJBSS) is a monthly peer reviewed journal published by Centre for Promoting Ideas (CPI), USA. It covers the areas of business and social science such as management, marketing, finance, economics, banking, accounting, human resources management, international business, hotel and tourism, entrepreneurship development, business ethics, international relations, law, development studies, population studies, history, journalism and mass communication, corporate governance, cross-cultural studies, public administration, psychology, sociology, women studies, social welfare, anthropology, linguistics, education and so on.IJBSS publishes original papers, review papers, conceptual framework, analytical and simulation models, ... 12/14/2011 3:13:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=849 Improving Energy Efficiency Through TechnologyTrends, Investment Behaviour and Policy DesignEdited by Raymond J.G.M. Florax, Professor, Purdue University, West Lafayette, US, VU University Amsterdam and Tinbergen Institute, The Netherlands, Henri L.F. de Groot, Professor, VU University Amsterdam, Ecorys NEI and Tinbergen Institute, The Netherlands and Peter Mulder, Assistant Professor, VU University Amsterdam and Tinbergen Institute, The Netherlands‘Increasing energy efficiency is important because it offers the prospect of partly solving our climate change and energy security problems without pain. This book sheds further light on the issue, focusing on energy-extensive economic activities which, by sheer volume, collectively use a substantial amount of energy. ... 12/14/2011 3:12:04 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=848 The poor also have the right to buy and sell exclaimed Salem Bouazizi, surviving brother of Takek Bouazizi, who is self-immolated in Tunisia for triggering the Arab Spring uprisings.The business in America is business exclaimed President Calvin Coolidge in 1925, when the United States had an unemployment rate of 5.2% and was facing the on-set of The Great Depression in 1929. “But of course the accumulation of wealth cannot be justified as the chief end of existence” he later said.So, who should we focus on to help promote growth? To create jobs? Does the bottom billion have a role in this process? ... 12/9/2011 1:54:06 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=847 CALL FOR PAPER - Global Conference in Operations and Supply ChainManagement (GCOM 2012)DATE: 12-13 March 2012VENUE: Golden Flower Hotel, Bandung, IndonesiaISBN: 967-5705-06-9Abstract : 30 December 2011Acceptance/Registration : 20 January 2012Full paper : 27 January 2012Conference days : 12 - 13 March 2012Early Bird Fee (Before 20 January 2012)website:http://www.globalresearch.com.mySubmit Papers to:gcom@globalresearch.com.myCALL FOR PAPERSWith the ever-changing nature of a global business operation that requires firms to adjust rapidly, world-class service organizations rely on the right strategies and practices to enhance their operational capability. The meeting comes at the right time to address these crucial issues. The meeting has been designed to give opportunity among the academician and practitioners ... 12/7/2011 10:00:20 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=846 SBANC NewsletterDecember 6, 2011Issue 698 - 2011QUOTE"A full cup must be carried steadily."-English ProverbFEATURE PAPERIs It Sex Discrimination? Some Real Cases from the US Business EnvironmentThe following paper was written by Neal F. Thomson and Tobias Huning of Columbus State University and presented at the 2011 Allied Academics Conference in Orlando.Case DescriptionThe primary subject matter of this case is gender discrimination, which is protected under title seven of the Civil Rights act of 1964. This case has a difficulty level of three intended for an upper division undergraduate course. This case is designed to be taught in one class hour, and is ... 12/7/2011 9:57:18 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=845 Nascent EntrepreneurshipEdited by Per Davidsson, Australian Centre for Entrepreneurship Research, Queensland University of Technology, Australia and Jönköping International Business School, Sweden, Scott R. Gordon, Australian Centre for Entrepreneurship Research, Queensland University of Technology, Australia and Heiko Bergmann, University of St. Gallen, Switzerland and University of Hohenheim, GermanyThe past two decades have witnessed a surge in interest in the field of nascent entrepreneurship. In this collection, the editors successfully draw together the most important works that utilize the new real-time approaches for studying early stage entrepreneurial activity that were developed and refined in the last couple of decades. Providing the empirical, theoretical ... 12/7/2011 9:55:33 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=844 Dear friends, Our Institute is co-organizing the 5th Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference(AIE2012) to be held in Macau, China, on June 8th - 10th,2012.If you, your institute or colleagues did recently some research in the field it is a good opportunity to discuss it in China. The conference is always very well presented in media and can enhance the visibility of our network.In the Call for papers and PDW proposals, there are many topics that can be adressed.We plan to select some 100 papers and 3-5 PDW to be presented on the AIE2012 conference. More information and to view the call for papers, please ... 12/7/2011 9:53:33 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=843 Entrepreneurship and SME Policy ForumNoon to 5pm - Tuesday 31st January 2012 The University of Notre Dame Australia ND4, Tannock Hall of Education 44 – 48 Cliff Street Fremantle, Western AustraliaAn afternoon of policy focused discussion preceding the ACERE-DIANA Conference:featuring invited presenters from research institutions and policy unitscovering topics related to delivery and assessment of entrepreneurship and SME policy initiativesdiscussion of processes to enhance cooperation between researchers and governmentClick here to view the PDF announcementØ The final program (subject to minor amendment) is produced below and here > http://www.icsb.org/assets/policyforum2012announcementv6.pdf Ø Registration fee is $100 per person and includes a light luncheon (noon to 1pm) and an afternoon ... 12/5/2011 1:45:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=842 Click here to watch the conference live online!The summit under the theme "Entrepreneurship, Values and Development: A Global Agenda" will be hosted by Turkey in Istanbul on 3-6 December 2011 under the auspices Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Turkey, and under the coordination of the Prime Ministry.The Summit is the follow-up of the "Entrepreneurship Summit" hosted by the USA in Washington on 26-27 April 2010. The objective of the first summit was to deepen the ties between business leaders, foundations, and entrepreneurs in the United States and Muslim communities around the world. In this context, ... 12/5/2011 11:15:39 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=841 Welcome to the November 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.During Global Entrepreneurship Week 2011 (November 14-20) many events were held around the world to highlight entrepreneurs and innovators who bring ideas to life. In the newsletter below, we have outlined two particular events that we organized by ICSB and it's partners. Also highlighted in the newsletter below, you can find information on our upcoming conferences in 2012; find out how to nominate individuals to serve on the 2012-2013 ICSB Board of Directors; and read other ... 11/30/2011 12:08:22 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=840 SBANC NewsletterNovember 29, 2011Issue 697 - 2011QUOTE"Conversation about the weather is the last refuge of the unimaginative."-Oscar WildeFEATURE PAPERCreating Bridges Between Industry and Academic CommunitiesThe following paper was written by Regena Scott of University of Houston - Downtown and presented at the 2011 Association of collegiate Marketing Educators meetings.There is nothing new about the development of collaborative relationships between industry and academia. Considering the fact that industry recruits graduates from colleges and universities to fill their employment rolls, these collaborations represent a relatively natural relationship fit. Since World War II, the United States government has taken an active role in encouraging academic ... 11/30/2011 12:04:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=839 The Second Conference of the International Network of Business and Management Journals (INBAM): "Brokering Knowledge" will be held in Valencia (Spain) from March 20th(Tuesday) to March 22nd(Thursday), 2012,after the great Valencian fiestas: Las Fallas. Thirteen editors of leading journals will participate in this 2nd Conference. It is organized by the Editor Network INBAM and the Universitat de València, the Universidad Católica de Valencia, the Universidad Politécnica de Valencia and ESIC.Website - http://www.inbam.net/The following editors-in-chief have confirmed their presence and participation:David Audretsch (Small Business Economics),Robert Blackburn (International Small Business Journal),Ghauri Pervez (International Business Review),Theresa Welbourne (Human Resource Management),Domingo Ribeiro(Management Decision),Slawek Magala (Journal of Organizational Change Management),Rick D. Hackett ... 11/29/2011 2:55:51 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=838 Western Union and USAID Launch Second African Diaspora Marketplace With Small Business Workshops in Seven CitiesTour kicks off second phase of successful initiative designed to create entrepreneurial solutions to economic and social challengesENGLEWOOD, CO & WASHINGTON, D.C. – November 21, 2011 – The Western Union Company (NYSE:WU) a leader in global payment services, the Western Union Foundation and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) today launched the second African Diaspora Marketplace (ADM), an initiative which encourages sustainable economic growth and employment by supporting U.S.-based African diaspora entrepreneurs with ideas for start-up and established businesses in sub-Saharan Africa.ADM II is launching with a small business workshop tour kicking off ... 11/29/2011 12:46:37 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=837 International Conference on Entrepreneurship, Family Firms and Economic Development Krakow, Poland (CUE campus) APRIL 27-28, 2012Conference Website: www.familybusiness.org.pl Organizers:Cracow University of Economics (CUE) - Krakow - PolandUniversità Politecnica delle Marche – Faculty of Economics “Giorgio Fuà” – Ancona - Italy With the support of: ECSB – European Council for Small Business - http://www.ecsb.org/ICSB – International Council for Small Business - http://www.icsb.org/ Conference Rationale: Entrepreneurship is a necessary condition for economic growth and development. Modern states converge in treating entrepreneurship as a key economic resource. But entrepreneurship is especially important in the period of structural change and changing global division of labor. As different parts of the world are experiencing dramatic changes from economic fluctuations, government revolutions, technological innovations, and generational ... 11/28/2011 12:13:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=836 The International Federation of Scholarly Associations of Management (IFSAM) Conference will be held in Limerick, Ireland, June 26-29, 2012. There will be a dedicated entrepreneurship and small business track at the conference and full details can be found at www.ifsam2012.org.IFSAM 2012, under the theme “ Management Re-imagined ” will bring together 8 Distinguished Keynote Speakers, all of whom are leading scholars from around the world. The conference committee have also identified 22 all-encompassing Congress Tracks covering all the major fields in management. In addition, they will host a Doctoral Consortium, and Early Career Consortium and 8 Regional Forums on the contours of ... 11/25/2011 2:28:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=835 SBANC NewsletterNovember 22, 2011Issue 696 - 2011QUOTE"You can't suppress creativity, you can't suppress innovation."-James DalyFEATURE PAPERFrom Military to Entrepreneurship: The Canadian PerspectiveThe following paper was written by Maeghan Smulders and Kalinga Jagoda and presented at the 2011 International Council for Small Business conference in Sweden.Today's society has to consider the impact of the complete withdrawal from Iraq and the future of the active duty troops will have on the global economy. Support systems need to be established to facilitate the transition from military service to the civilian workforce. This paper attempts to address this developing concern and investigates how labor market conditions ... 11/25/2011 2:24:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=834 Your business relies on technology. You can rely on us!2011 Technology Conference & ExpoOSIbeyond is looking forward to seeing you at the ASAE Technology Conference & Expo on Thursday, December 8, 12:30–5:30pm. Stop by our booth #424 to learn about the future of Cloud Technologies and register for a chance to win a FREE iPad2!About OSIOSIbeyond is a local IT Support service provider based in Bethesda, MD. We are a certified Microsoft Small Business Specialist company, and offer proactive and flexible network, server, and desktop support solutions. Our goal is to become the premier provider of IT Services to nonprofits and associations. We are proud ... 11/25/2011 2:22:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=833 Call for PapersInternational Journal of Business and Social ScienceISSN 2219-1933 (Print), 2219- 6021 (Online)International Journal of Business and Social Science (IJBSS)is a monthly peer reviewed journal published by Centre for Promoting Ideas (CPI), USA. It covers the areas of business and social science such as management, marketing, finance, economics, banking, accounting, human resources management, international business, hotel and tourism, entrepreneurship development, business ethics, international relations, law, development studies, population studies, history, journalism and mass communication, corporate governance, cross-cultural studies, public administration, psychology, sociology, women studies, social welfare, anthropology, linguistics, education and so on.IJBSSpublishes original papers, review papers, conceptual framework, analytical and simulation models, ... 11/25/2011 2:18:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=832 http://www.modeveast.com/MoDevEast2011 is where developers and marketers gain the upper edge. If you are developing apps or mobile websites, targeting phones or tablets, staying ahead is paramount in this fast moving industry. The event will offer five tracks that hone development skills and sharpen mobile business strategy. For developers who want more and a chance at cash and prizes there’s a free hackathon on Saturday from 9am-6pm.Topics covered on Friday will be:Operating systems – iOS 5, Android 4 “IceCream Sandwich”, WindowsToolkits and crossplatform developmentMonetization and revenueData and analyticsBuilding a great mobile shopPrivacy / IP rightsAnd more..The event takes place in one of the most ... 11/17/2011 1:45:52 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=831 Discussion Available Online Now!A panel discussion on how advances in technology has changed entrepreneurship around the globePanelists Mohsen Khalil Former Director, Global Information & Communication Technologies, International Finance Corporation/World Bank Click to read bio Joel Selanikio CEO and Founder DataDyne.org Click to read bio Pete Erickson Founder, Director of Innovation Disruptathon Click to read bioModerator Ayman El Tarabishy Executive Director International Council for Small Business Click to read bioClick the links below to hear the panelists thoughtsWhat is the cloud? "Bigger. Better. Faster. Cheaper. It changes the rules of the game." With these words, Ayman El Tarabishyopened an inspiring and insightful conversation that emphasized the enormous potential for entrepreneurs in technology."There is only one comparison to mobile technology: ... 11/16/2011 3:58:56 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=830 SBANC NewsletterNovember 15, 2011Issue 695-2011QUOTE"if we're going to encourage more innovation, it's not enough for us to just dig in and work harder. We also need to encourage surprise and serendipity."-Steven JohnsonFEATURE PAPERInnovation Management of SMEs in the Creative Sector in Flanders and the NetherlandsThe following paper was written by Ysabel Nauwelaerts and Iris Hollaender and presented at the 2011 International Council for Small Business conference in Sweden.AbstractMSMEs represent a very important part of the European economy today, and within this SME group the creative sector is recently one of the fastest growing sectors. Our paper studies the innovation management of ... 11/15/2011 7:49:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=829 MEDIA ADVISORYUniversity of Tampa Entrepreneurship Students to Pitch Business Ideas to Local and Regional Business Leaders on Nov. 18Tampa, FL- Eight aspiring student entrepreneurs from The University of Tampa will pitch start-up business ideas to a panel of local and regional business leaders as part of the final round of the CREATE business plan competition, sponsored by BNY Mellon Wealth Management.The competition will be held on Friday, Nov. 18 at 9 a.m. on the 9th floor of the Vaughn Center on the UT campus. The public is invited to attend.The student finalists, who include both UT graduate and undergraduate students from ... 11/15/2011 7:46:23 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=828 Networks, Complexity And Internet RegulationScale-Free LawAndrés Guadamuz, University of Edinburgh, UKComplexity theory as a subject has gained increasing prominence across numerous disciplines including physics, biology, sociology and economics. Large interconnected systems such as the Internet display a number of inherent architectural characteristics deeming them well-suited to the study of complex dynamic networks. This important book uses various network science-based tools to explore the contentious issue of Internet regulation.December 2011272 ppHardback978 1 84844 310 5Regular Price $115.00Web Price$103.50For full contents -www.e-elgar.comCopyright Law And The Progress Of Science And The Useful ArtsAlina Ng, Associate Professor of Law, Mississippi College School of Law, USThe ... 11/15/2011 7:39:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=827 SBANC NewsletterNovember 8, 2011Issue 694 - 2011QUOTE"Intelligence and capability are not enough. There must be the joy of doing something beautiful."-Dr. Govindappa VenkataswamyFEATURE PAPERStarting a New Business: Franchising vs. New VentureThe following paper was written by Dianne Welsh of University of the North Carolina at Greensboro and Shawn Carraher of Minot State University and presented at the 2011 Small Business Institute conference in Bonita Springs, FL.AbstractMany individuals consider starting a small business, for practical reasons like the wish to be their own boss or more personally fulfilling ones like the desire to follow a long-time dream. There are a series of decisions that ... 11/15/2011 7:34:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=826 As you know, there is a growing academic and societal need for the integration of academic activities among themselves and with Society, including private and public sectors. An increasing number of academics have noticed the importance of integrating Research, Education, and Problem Solving among themselves and with societal and corporate real life problems. To address these integrating processes is the purpose of the 2nd International Symposium on Integrating Research, Education, and Problem Solving: IREPS 2012 (http://www.2012iiisconferences.org/ireps), to be held in Orlando, Florida, USA, on March 25 - 28, 2012, jointly with ICETI 2012 (http://www.2012iiisconferences.org/iceti), ICSIT 2012 (http://www.2012iiisconferences.org/icsit), and IMCIC 2012 (http://www.2012iiisconferences.org/imcic)The ... 11/15/2011 7:31:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=825 Greetings from the ICSB Immediate Past President, David Smallbone.One of my roles as Past President is the chairing of the Nominating Committee for the next slate of officers. We have made the nominating process as transparent as possible.We ask that all who believe they can serve ICSB, do so by serving on the Board of Directors. If you have the experience and will, I invite you to review the survey and submit a name for the 2011-2012 slate of officers. The deadline to submit a nomination is January 10, 2012.If you have any questions, please contact me (d.smallbone@kingston.ac.uk) or the International Office (icsb@gwu.edu- ... 11/15/2011 2:36:47 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=824 As first to see the sun, New Zealand had the honor of launching Global Entrepreneurship Week 2011 for the world. Global Entrepreneurship Week 2011 is November 14-November 20, 2011.Hosted by the Mayor of the Capital Wellington city, the breakfast and networking event held in the mayoral chambers attracted a 120 strong audience including ambassadors from 18 other GEW participating countries and some of New Zealand's business elite.Guests heard about the importance of GEW to New Zealand's economy reflecting on our entrepreneurial history established by the country's colonial settlers.The audience agreed,'entrepreneurship is in our DNA' but also agreed that increased courage and ... 11/14/2011 2:59:27 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=823 RENT XXV Conference in Bodo, Norway November 16-18, 2011The main theme for the 2011 Annual conference is: "Entrepreneurial, Business and Society." Watch the Keynote Speeches Live Online via the ECSB Website on November 17 & 18, 2011.http://www.ECSB.orgHosted byRENT 2011 – THURSDAY NOVEMBER 17TH0900 - 0920 - Welcome and Opening Plenary SessionPrincipal Pål Pedersen, University of NordlandProf. Thomas Cooney, President of ECSBChair: Prof. Odd Jarl Borch, UiN 0920 - 1030 - Academic “Talk show” Theme: Entrepreneurship Research in Europe in Times of Crisis: What is the Future?Prof. Sara Carter, Strathclyde UniversityProf. Johan Wiklund, Syracuse UniversityProf. Paul Westhead, Durham UniversityModerators:Prof. Lars Kolvereid, University of NordlandSenior Res. ... 11/14/2011 10:47:13 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=822 2012 3E Learning Innovative Entrepreneurship Education CompetitionCLICK HERE TO SUBMIT TODAY!Deadline is December 1, 2011We are proud to announce that the competition is now in its 4th year and offers delegates a chance to earn money for what you already do - create innovative experiential exercises for teaching entrepreneurship!This year, thanks to the sponsorship of the Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence (CFEE), we have prizes of; $500 for 1st place, $250 for 2nd place, and $100 for 3rd place.Remember ideas of all kinds are welcome! Whether it's a solitary exercise teaching calculated risk to MBA students or an in-class group project on how to ... 11/9/2011 1:25:02 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=821 10 YEARS OF DOING BUSINESS: THE IMPACT OF REGULATORY REFORMS CALL FOR PAPERSSubmission requirements:Papers and extended abstracts may be submitted to Rita Ramalho (dbconference@worldbank.org) by April 31, 2012.Authors will be informed of the selection committee’s decision by May 31st, 2012. Completed papers must be submitted by September 15th, 2012.Private sector development is essential for long-run economic growth and job creation. Government policies can either help or hinder this process. Beyond macroeconomic policies and the provision of infrastructure, the regulatory environment is key to shaping incentives facing the private sector and affects the costs and risks associated with running a business and the extent of competition faced by ... 11/9/2011 1:20:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=820 Invitation for team(s) from member schools of European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship to compete in the‘mai Bangkok Business Challenge®@ Sasin2012’March 1-3, 2012 in Bangkok, Thailand.Celebrating Our 10th Anniversary!!!Advocating sustainable development, the‘mai Bangkok Business Challenge®@ Sasin 2012’ cordially invites graduate student team(s) from member schools of European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship to submit a business plan that is proactive in sustainable development.Held annually since 2002, originally as the Bangkok Business Challenge®, the ‘mai Bangkok Business Challenge®@ Sasin’competition has been co-hosted since 2007 by the Market for Alternative Investment (mai), Thailand’s Stock Exchange for medium-sized public companies, and Sasin Graduate Institute of Business Administration ... 11/7/2011 1:01:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=819 “Leading from the Edge”- ICSB 2012 ICSB World Conference in New Zealand!The ICSB International Office (IO) is very excited for next year’s 2012 World Conference in Wellington, New Zealand; from June 10-13, 2012. Hosted by the Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand (SEAANZ) and Massey University, the conference offers the unique opportunity to explore the strength of a nation built on innovation and creativity. Just last week, the New Zealand government released an Innovation Policy Report that has been hailed as the best single action that could be taken to grow high tech manufacturing and services in New Zealand, ... 11/7/2011 12:52:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=818 The First ECPR (European Consortium for Political Research) Winter School in Methods and Techniques - REGISTER NOW!Place: Eastern Mediterranean University, Famagusta, North CyprusDate: 11th – 18th February 2012We are very pleased to announce that registration for the first Winter School in Methods and Techniques (WSMT) is now officially open!This year's school is being held at the Eastern Mediterranean University in the beautiful surroundings of Famagusta.Register for your course(s) before 1st November and you will receive a special 'Early Bird Discount.'All information, including registration form, to be found via http://new.ecprnet.eu/MethodSchools/WinterSchools.aspx (move your cursor on "Winter School" --> "2012 - Cyprus" to consult the various pages.The ... 11/3/2011 1:28:49 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=817 SBANC NewsletterNovember 1, 2011Issue 693 - 2011QUOTE"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I - I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference."-Robert FrostFEATURE PAPERWe've come a long way, baby, or have we?The following paper was written by Kathy L. Hill of Sam Houston State University and was presented at the 2011 Allied Academics conference.AbstractIn 1964, women were only 34.56 percent of the labor force, but for the last 24 years, women have been more than 45 percent of the labor force on payrolls. By March 2010, they were up to 46.86 percent of the labor ... 11/3/2011 1:25:27 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=816 Detailed GuidelinesSOUTH ASIAN JOURNAL OF EVALUATION IN PRACTICECall for papersThe South Asian Journal of Evaluation in Practice is the first of its kind with a focus on the Practice of Evaluation in the South Asian region. It has been promoted as an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed journal that would solicit contributions from academics as well as practitioners on research and practice of evaluation in South Asia. It is envisioned that the journal would be reviewed, abstracted and indexed by EBSCO database and the likes. It is also envisaged that the journal would be a pioneer in facilitating contextual knowledge building as well as ... 11/3/2011 1:21:44 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=815 In this Issue:Global Entrepreneurship WeekAre Economists Blind to Importance of Mgmt?Introducing GBSN Working GroupsGoldman Sachs10,000 WomenRecruiting-NigeriaWebinar on Teaching Family BusinessJob Openings at CAMMECall for Papers: 10 yrs of "Doing Business"3 Quick Challenges for StudentsAfrican Leadership Academy OpeningGrassroots Business Fund OpeningCFP eLearning Africa 7th Annual ConferenceNew UCT Scholarships for Innovationmai Bangkok Buisness Challenge @Sasin 2012Greetings From GuyEarlier this month I was invited by the Center for Leadership, Innovation & Change of the Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland, to comment on Ed Fuller’s new book: You Can’t Lead With Your Feet on the Desk. ... In his entertaining book, Ed identifies some ... 11/3/2011 1:20:22 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=814 What it is Really Like to Work for an Entrepreneurial Technology CompanySponsored by The University of Tampa's Officeof Career Services, Department of Information and Technology Mgmt & The Entrepreneurship CenterThe University of Tampa, Fletcher Lounge in Plant HallWednesday, November 9, 20114:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Who Should Attend:Any student or faculty member interested in Technology and EntrepreneurshipMIS, FSOS, & Entrepreneurship majors and minorsOwners and managers of small technology companiesPanel will feature: Jennifer Bakunas, CEO and Founder of MagneticWilliam Banks, President, Integrated SolutionsJim Barge, President & CEO at INTELLECTJohn Oakes, CIO, Revenue Management SolutionsSpecial Guest:Tampa Mayor Bob BuckhornAgenda:4:30 p.m. ... 11/3/2011 1:15:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=813 To: International Council for Small Business (ICSB) Affiliates and SecretariatsFrom: Mr. Amr Gohar, Senior Vice President for Programs, ICSBSubject: Request for Proposals (RFP) to host the 2015 World ConferenceDue: 15 March 2012 ? 5 p.m. Eastern Standard TimeOn behalf of the ICSB Board of Directors, I am pleased to send you this Request for Proposals (RFP) to host the 2015 ICSB World Conference. The ICSB World Conference schedule is set through 2014:2012 Wellington, New Zealand – SEAANZ2013 Ponce, Puerto Rico – ICSB PR&C2014 Dublin, Ireland - ECSB2015 Proposals are due in PDF format by 15 March 2012 by 5pm EST. Please send ... 11/2/2011 8:37:52 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=812 When: November 15, 2011 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm ESTWhere: GWSB Duques Hall Room 254 Join us in DC or Online! A panel discussion on how advances in technology are changing entrepreneurship around the globe. In the past few years accessibility to technology and cloud computing has blown away many of the traditional obstacles to innovation, fundamentally changing the playing field for creative entrepreneurs and community leaders around the world. This unprecedented openness is inspiring new business models and social programs that were unfathomable just a few years ago. In developing countries, where barriers to innovation and business development can be severe,the cloud and mobile technology are paving new roadsto development and prosperity. As part ... 11/1/2011 12:40:09 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=811 Key dates1 September 2011- Online submission opens. Acceptance notification within six weeks of submission.15 February 2012- Final deadline for abstract submission15 March 2012- Last date for acceptance notification18 April 2012- Deadline for full paper submissionWe invite you to submit an abstract outlining your contribution to the conference, whether it is a presentation of a piece of research, a workshop, or asymposium (panel). There will alsobe a Doctoral Consortium. Concerning research, there are 18 tracks to which you can submit (please see below), including the first track which addresses the conference theme Leading from the edge: Through Collaboration, Creativity and Sustainability.We are also keen to ... 11/1/2011 11:35:46 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=810 Welcome to the October 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.October was a busy month for ICSB with the annual Research & Policy conference held in Washington DC at the beginning of the month, coupled with a meeting of our Argentina affiliate. November will see a similar slate of events with RENT XXV and USASBE 2012 upcoming among others. Below you will find more information on these events, in addition to webinars, calls for papers, and conference announcements from around the globe. Please remember to visit www.icsb.org this month for ... 10/30/2011 6:43:09 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=809 October 2011Entrepreneurship is a contact sport. In this issue we look at various approaches to helping students learn through experience. The first looks at the growing trend of providing space on campus for student entrepreneurs to develop and grow their businesses. The second two articles this month highlight ways programs support student entrepreneurs that are not dependent on dedicated space.As entrepreneurship education continues to move outside the confines and constraints of the traditional classroom, we can expect to see more examples of schools that are becoming even more intentional in how they structure and plan co-curricular learning opportunities.We welcome innovations and ... 10/30/2011 6:23:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=808 SBANC NewsletterOctober 25, 2011Issue 692 - 2011QUOTE"Entrepreneurs who want to change the world have got to be a little crazy."-Daniel EpsteinFEATURE PAPERComparison of Ethical Behavior: Individual Perceptions and Attitudes toward EntrepreneursThe following paper was written by John Batchelor of Virginia Commonwealth University, Michael Harris & Shanan Gibson of East Carolina University, and Leo Simpson of Seattle University and was presented at the 2011 Small Business Institute conference.AbstractThe identification of traits that separate entrepreneurs from the general population has proven unfruitful, leading to favor for a behavioral approach toward the study of entrepreneurship (Gartner, 1988). This approach views the entrepreneur as a role ... 10/30/2011 6:18:19 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=807 Greetings from the Kemmy Business School at the University of Limerick and welcome to the 11th World Congress of the International Federation of Scholarly Associations of Management (IFSAM). IFSAM 2012, under the theme “Management Re-imagined” will bring together 8 Distinguished Keynote Speakers, along with 22 Thematic Tracks, 8 Regional Forums, a Doctoral Consortium and an Early Career Consortium, all of which are being convened by a cohort of leading scholars from around the world.Conference: IFSAM 2012Date: June 26-29, 2012Place: University of Limerick, IrelandWebsite: www.ifsam2012.orgExtended abstracts of up to 2000 words for Papers, Symposia and Posters are now invited via the conference website until ... 10/28/2011 5:02:51 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=806 Visa Small Business Review Q3 2011(formally known as Visa Small Business Spend Insights).The Small Business Review now includes not only our US quarterly small business spend insights and data, but also Small Business Best Practices – hands-on recommendations and best practices for our small business audience.At a high level, our 2011 third quarter small business survey results indicate:Confidence in revenue and profits declinesRising taxes and cost of energy are no longer a primary concernFinding and retaining good employees remains a top priorityFinancial institutions could do more to deepen relationships with small business ownersClick here to view the PDFThose benefiting from this Review will ... 10/28/2011 4:39:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=805 ICSB Recognized by OECD’s Working Party for SME and Entrepreneurship (WPSMEE) The International Council for Small Business (ICSB) has been recently approved for regular observership status with the OECD’s Working Party on SMEs and Entrepreneurship (WPSMEE) . This status—typically for the duration of two years, after which it can be extended—will enable ICSB to play an enhanced role in the work of the WPSMEE, and in disseminating information about the work of the Working Party to ICSB members. . The WPSMEE is an international forum designed to encourage entrepreneurship and innovation, as “entrepreneurs are the catalysts of growth, combining capital, innovation and skills”. As part of the OECD, the Working Party works with other international ... 10/25/2011 10:49:57 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=804 Please join us at the 36th Annual Small Business Institute® (SBI) Conference, February 16-18, 2012 in San Antonio, Texas. The conference will focus on new techniques and opportunities in entrepreneurship education and research. The world famous rodeo will be in town or enjoy one of the great restaurants along the Riverwalk. For more information, go to http://www.visitsanantonio.com/index.aspx. Included in your registration fee are pre-conference workshops Thursday morning, an opening reception, and the Saturday night gala dinner and reception. The gala dinner will be held at the Institute of Texan Cultures, in association with the Smithsonian Institution, and is co-sponsored by University of Texas at San Antonio. The conference is being held at ... 10/25/2011 10:14:31 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=803 EIASM, October 20, 2011Dear Colleague,With this email message we would like to remind you that the submission deadline for the19th INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT CONFERENCEthat will be held in Manchester, U.K., June 17-19th 2012is November 4, 2011The special theme will be“Transformative research in product and service innovation”(see http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=762 for all details).As is the tradition of the Conference, priority will be given to research that has an empirical basis.*******DOCTORAL WORKSHOPThe doctoral workshop is an integrated part of the IPDMC conference (since Hamburg in 2008). It will start on Saturday June 16th around noon and will continue on Sunday June 17th morning.Doctoral candidates interested in attending ... 10/24/2011 10:08:19 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=802 October 2011In the search to find tomorrow’s job creators, Startup Open, a competition that searches for startups with the greatest growth potential, unveiled the “GEW 50”—50 of the world’s most innovative new companies. These elite startups will now vie for a host of prizes to be announced on Nov. 14, timed with the kick-off to Global Entrepreneurship Week.Hundreds of applications from more than 60 countries were judged on concept, growth projections and knowledge of their industry. Entrepreneurs from the following countries made the list of 50: Democratic Republic of Congo, India, Israel, Italy, Kenya, Phillipines, Portugal, Serbia and the United States.“These 50 ... 10/24/2011 10:05:54 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=801 EIASM, October 19, 2011Dear ColleagueWe would like to remind you about the :2nd WORKSHOP ON IN-DEPTH STUDIES IN ENTREPRENEURSHIPto be held in Brussels, Dec 8, 2011 - Dec 9, 2011.Submission deadline : October 28, 2011In this second workshop of qualitative studies on in-depth studies on entrepreneurship we welcome papers that deal with entrepreneurship and small-business management and use qualitative research methodology. Especially papers with some methodological appraisal and use of innovative research approaches are in focus.Please submit via the workshop web site :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=813-----------------------------------------------Other events which might be of interest to you:1st Workshop on Business EthicsBrussels, November 10-11, 2011RENT XXVBodo, Norway, November 16-18, ... 10/24/2011 10:04:16 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=800 SBANC NewsletterOctober 18, 2011Issue 691 - 2011QUOTE"Again, you can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards. So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. You have to trust in something - your gut, destiny, life, karma, whatever. This approach has never let me down, and it has made all the difference in my life."-Steve JobsFEATURE PAPERNew Media and EthicsThe following paper was written by Charlotte A. Allen of Stephen F. Austin State University and presented at the 2011 Association of Collegiate Marketing Educators Annual Meeting.AbstractThe purpose of this research paper is to ... 10/24/2011 10:01:38 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=799 Venture CapitalAn International Journal of EntrepreneurialFinancePublished By: RoutledgeCall for papers:Formal and Informal Venture Capital in Latin America Countries: a spatialand cultural approachSpecial issue planned for publication in 2013Guest Editors:Gianni Romaní and Miguel AtienzaEntrepreneurship and SME Center, Universidad Católica del Norte, ChilePurpose of the special issueThis special issue will explore questions related to non traditional ways of funding new venture creation in Latin American countries. The importance of formal and informal venture capital as a way to fund new businesses with high growth potential has been widely discussed both by practitioners and scholars around the world, especially in United States and Europe. However, research on ... 10/24/2011 9:57:14 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=798 Preparing the Next Generation to Lead the Family BusinessJoin us for a Webinar on Friday, November 4 at 9:00 am ESTBusiness schools around the world have a vital role in the success of family businesses as one generation hands leadership over to the next. This particular model of succession planning involves special challenges for family business leaders and schools working to prepare them for this transition.This webinar will highlight the approaches three different schools from the US, Canada, and India are taking to address these challenges in the classroom.Join us on November 4th for an engaging discussion with colleagues from around the globe.Learn ... 10/24/2011 9:51:47 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=797 Thank you to all the delegates who attended the 2011 ICSB-GW Global Entrepreneurship Research & Policy conference!With over 180 registrations, attendees from 30+ countries, 35+ peer-reviewed author presentations, and visits to the World Bank and U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the conference was truly a memorable event.Please remember to visit our official conference website periodically for news and updates from the Organizing Committee. Here are some quick links for your immediate reference;10.12.11View the 2011 Conference Slideshow!10.12.11Presenter PPTs now available to download10.13.11Complete the 2011 Conference Evaluation Form Here10.18.2011Online Conference Proceedings HERE 10/18/2011 1:16:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=796 SBANC NewsletterOctober 11, 2011Issue 690 - 2011QUOTE"To be realistic, one must always admit the influence of those who have gone before."-Charles EamesFEATURE PAPERAn Assessment of the Impact of a Voluntary Smoking Ban on Casino VisitationGregory Bradley and Cherylynn Becker of University of Southern Mississippi and was presented at the 2011 Allied Academics International Conference in Orlando, FL.AbstractThe positive impact of revenues associated with casino gaming has proven beneficial at both the municipal and state levels by providing a source of funding for infrastructure projects and community development. Moreover, the industry provides a significant number of jobs. In an era marked by widespread ... 10/12/2011 9:17:16 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=795 EIASM, October 11, 2011Dear ColleagueWe would like to inform you of the new submission deadline of October 28, 2011 for our2nd WORKSHOP ON IN-DEPTH STUDIES IN ENTREPRENEURSHIPto be held in Brussels, Dec 8, 2011 - Dec 9, 2011.In this second workshop of qualitative studies on in-depth studies on entrepreneurship we welcome papers that deal with entrepreneurship and small-business management and use qualitative research methodology. Especially papers with some methodological appraisal and use of innovative research approaches are in focus.Please submit via the workshop web site :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=813****We are also reminding that the deadline to react to the RENT call for bids for the ... 10/12/2011 9:14:51 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=794 Family Enterprise In The Asia PacificExploring Transgenerational Entrepreneurship in Family FirmsEdited by Kevin Au, Associate Director, Center for Entrepreneurship, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Justin B. Craig, Co-Director, Australian Centre for Family Business, Bond University, Australia and K. Ramachandran, Thomas Schmidheiny Chair Professor of Family Business and Wealth Management, Indian School of Business, IndiaThis book analyzes the findings reported in the first Asia Pacific summit of the Successful Transgenerational Entrepreneurship Practices (STEP) project. Researchers in Australia, China, and India discussed eleven in-depth case studies to shed light on the challenges that business families and family businesses faced in continuing and ... 10/12/2011 9:13:05 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=793 In Search Of Research ExcellenceExemplars in EntrepreneurshipRonald K. Mitchell, Texas Tech University, US and Richard N. Dino, University of Connecticut, USThis path-breaking book gathers ‘best practices’ advice from the masters about how to achieve excellence in entrepreneurship research, how to create an outstanding research career and how to avoid the pitfalls that can sidetrack emerging scholars. Combining narratives from the 2009 and 2010 Entrepreneurship Exemplars Conferences, the authors frame the dialogue using person-environment fit theory and present keynote addresses and dialogue sessions that bring together editors and authors to reach into the unexplored corners of the top-tier research craft.2011360 ppHardback978 1 ... 10/12/2011 9:11:57 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=792 Intellectual Property And Climate ChangeInventing Clean TechnologiesMatthew Rimmer, Australian Research Council Future Fellow, Associate Professor, The Australian National University College of Law and Associate Director, ACIPA, Australia‘Rimmer provides a much needed, well written, authoritative book on the intellectual property aspects of climate change, natural disasters, clean vehicles, and renewable energy. The book is essential reading for those wishing to better understand the complex patent issues involved with transitioning away from our current fossil-dominated economy to a more environmentally sustainable and equitable energy future.’– Benjamin K. Sovacool, National University of SingaporeNovember 2011c 512 ppHardback978 1 84844 624 3Regular Price $199.95Web Price$179.96Intellectual Property ... 10/12/2011 9:08:46 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=791 LEADING FROM THE EDGEThrough Collaboration, Creativity and SustainabilityNew Zealand is renowned for its entrepreneurial spirit. Come and experience this country’s spectacular beauty, and engage with the world’s experts on the latest international developments in small business.WHO SHOULD ATTENDAnyone concerned with the development of entrepreneurship and small business including educators, researchers, policy makers, practitioners and small business owners.OPPERTUNITY TO CONTRIBUTEWe invite research presentations as well as proposals for workshops and symposia on any aspect of small business and entrepreneurship.KEY DATES1 September 2011 - Online submission open (acceptance notification within 6 weeks)15 February 2012 – Final date for abstract submission15 March 2012 – ... 10/7/2011 2:11:03 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=790 The 3rd International Multi-Conference on Complexity, Informatics and CyberneticsIMCIC 2012 (www.2012iiisconferences.org/imcic), will be held on March 25th - 28th, 2012; in Orlando, Florida, USA, jointly with The 3rd International Conference on Society and Information Technologies: ICSIT 2012 (www.2012iiisconferences.org/icsit), and The 3rd International Conference on Education, Training and Informatics: ICETI 2012 (www.2012iiisconferences.org/iceti).The submission deadline for the three collocated conferences is Oct. 26th, 2011.Submissions for *Face-to-Face* or for *Virtual* Participation are both accepted. Both kinds of submissions will have the same reviewing process and the accepted papers will be included in the same proceedings.Information about other collocated conferences on March 25th - 28th, ... 10/7/2011 1:44:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=789 SBANC NewsletterOctober 4, 2011Issue 689 - 2011QUOTE"Most successful entrepreneurs don't begin with brilliant ideas - they discover them."-Peter SimsFEATURE PAPERThe Motivations of Enduring Product InvolvementThis paper was written by Kevin J. Cumiskey of Eastern Kentucky University and presented at 2011 Annual Meeting of The Association of collegiate Marketing Educators in Houston, TX.AbstractEnduring involvement (EI) has been studied vigorously in the consumer behavior literature. Extant research has operationalized EI as high-versus-low or present-versus-not present. However, it is believed that EI is a more complex construct that has multiple motivations. The author utilizes seven EI motivations proposed in earlier research and an additional motivation ... 10/7/2011 1:42:23 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=788 Womenable E3NewsIn This IssueMeasuring WBC ImpactNew ResearchGlobal Corporate EngagementStay Tuned!AWBC Study Measures WBC ImpactFunding for women's business centers in the US has been under scrutiny recently, as budget-cutters turn over every rock to look for programs to trim to reduce the budget deficit in Washington. To counter the misperception that women's business centers are duplicative of other federally-funded entrepreneurship education programs - and to provide metrics on client outcomes and impact - the Association of Women's Business Centers (with Womenable's help) recently conducted a survey among the country's 110 women's business centers. Here's what the survey found:WBC services are under-measured:In fiscal ... 10/7/2011 1:29:34 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=786 (September 30, 2011) Dr. Charles H. Matthews, ICSB Past President, keynoted the opening session with Dr. Don Bradley III, President of ICSB, at the XVI Reunion Anual de la Red Pymes Mercorsur Entrepreneurship Conference in Concepcion del Uruguay Entre Rios, Argentina, at the Universidad Technologica Nacional. The theme of the conference is "Pymes, Innovation y Conocimiento, Nuevas Agendas Para el Desarrollo Regional." Over 200 delegates including practitioners, academics, and students, attended Thursday's opening session and over 50 breakout sessions during the day.The title of Dr. Matthews' presentation was "Innovation Transformation and Entrepreneurship: Academic and Community Partnerships." The talk focused on the nexus ... 10/3/2011 4:03:01 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=785 An Important Announcement from the Visa Small Business Product OfficeWe have some exciting news to share in our outreach to Small Business Owners. This past week Visa Small Business launched its Twitter Handle: @VisaSmallBiz and we have a growing base of ~2500 followers! Check it out: http://twitter.com/#!/VisaSmallBizAs a way of background, our small business strategy is to “own” small business efficiency. One key way is to educate and lead conversations around efficiency in the social space. We will use this handle to communicate:Research and articles on running a small businessVisa SavingsEdgeVisa Small Business product benefitsVisa Business NetworkTwitter is a natural channel to communicate ... 10/3/2011 11:50:25 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=784 Welcome to the September 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.In this edition of the ICSB Bulletin we have highlighted some key events for October that you might be interested in attending. ICSB will be partnering with The George Washington University to host the Global Entrepreneurship Research and Policy Conference from October 6th to 8th in Washington DC. ECSB will also be hosting a webinar on October 10th focusing on the theme of the Entrepreneurial Culture - ahead of the annual RENT Conference, which is in ... 9/30/2011 2:58:23 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=783 Greetings From GuyI was talking about African business education with an friend when she asked me a challenging question: “What do you think works well?”I thought back on GBSN’s experience during its first 8 years. What does “working well” mean? To me, it means that students, managers and leaders who graduate from programs offered by local business schools acquire skills that are: (a) valued by employers, (b) enable them better to grow their own companies, or (c) empower them to launch successful start-ups. Whether they work in businesses, non-profit organizations or government, the test of program quality and relevance are individual ... 9/30/2011 2:51:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=782 September 2011As entrepreneurship continues to develop as an academic discipline we see new opportunities to enrich the educational experiences of our students. This month we examine how entrepreneurship has been used to transform the education and training of social workers and how universities are developing more intentional approaches to exposing students to the international character of our discipline. We also highlight a new honors society that has been established to recognize our brightest and most principled entrepreneurship students.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share with your colleagues around the globe. Just ... 9/30/2011 2:47:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=777 ICSB-GW’s Global Entrepreneurship Conference KickoffThe Global Entrepreneurship Conference: The Latest Research on Business Creation launches next week, starting Thursday October 6th and ending Saturday October 8th. The conference, designed for researchers, scholars, and policy makers, aims to showcase the development and study of new business creation from around the world. Delegates attending from over 30 different countries will discuss local and global policy implications for current and rising trends in business creation. The conference will take place at The George Washington University’s School of Business (Duquès Hall, 2201 G Street NW, Washington, DC).GW Vice President for Research Leo Chalupa starts the ... 9/28/2011 5:40:16 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=776 Dear colleagues,We wish to make you aware of the Call for papers announced by the Society ISTR (International Society for Third Se! ctor), for the presentation of papers and scholarship in relation to the theme of the 10thInternational Conference for the Third Sector, which will take place in Siena, Italy, in July 2012, with the title: Democratization, Marketization and the Third Sector.The ISTR (International Society for Third Sector), founded in 1992 and based in Baltimore (USA), is a well-known, important international association which promotes research and education in the fields of civil society, philanthropy, and the non-profit sector, engaged in building a global community of scholars ... 9/26/2011 8:38:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=775 www.sespa.orgSwedish Entrepreneurship Forum - Järntorgsgatan 3 Örebro, Sweden - Tel+46 19 333710www.entreprenorskapsforum.se 9/26/2011 8:32:52 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=774 SBANC NewsletterSeptember 20, 2011Issue 687 - 2011QUOTE"Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower."-Steve JobsFEATURE PAPERMarketing Education: Strategies for Teaching and LearningThis paper was written by Alma Mintu-Wimsatt, Kendra Ingram, Courtney Kernek, Theresa Sadler from Texas A & M University-Commerce and presented at the Association of collegiate Marketing Educators conference in 2011.The Psychology of EntrepreneurshipHave you ever heard a colleague complain that one of his/her classes seems to be "better" than the other? Or perhaps, you may have made a comment that you "prefer" students in one class since they tend to be more engaged. While this may be a common occurrence ... 9/26/2011 8:29:01 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=773 Title: How to Write Case Studies for Teaching PurposesDate: Thursday, January 26, 2012Time: 15:00 Central European Time 09:00 Eastern Standard Time (US)Presenter:Dr. Thomas CooneyDublin Institute of Technology Email: thomas.cooney@dit.ie Cost: FREEREGISTER NOW at http://www.ecsbcase.eventbrite.com/* Please visit www.icsb.org/webinar to access the our directory of previously recorded webinars.__________________________________________________________________Spring 2012 Upcoming ECSB Webinars23 February - Prof. Alain Fayolle: Trends and Perspectives in Entrepreneurship Research: Opportunities for French-Speaking Scholars (in French)29 March - Prof. Luca Iandoli: Open Innovation and SMEs----------------If you have never attended a Connect Pro meeting before:Test your connection: http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htmWatch this video for a quick overview: http://www.adobe.com/go/connectpro_overviewAdobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Acrobat Connect are either registered trademarks ... 9/22/2011 5:20:04 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=772 SBANC NewsletterSeptember 13, 2011Issue 686 - 2011QUOTE"Advice is what we ask for when we already know the answer but wish we didn't."-Erica Jong, How to Save Your Own Life, 1977FEATURE PAPERHow Does Engendering Creativity Compare to Vocationally Based Methodologies When Encouraging Enterprising Behaviour...This paper was written by John D. Byrne, Thomas M. Cooney, Osa Godwin Osaghae and Brian Stratford, from Dublin Institute of Technology. This paper was presented at the 2011 ICSB Annual Conference in Sweden.The Psychology of EntrepreneurshipEntrepreneurship training and education has been the focus of increased attention in recent times as a variety of interested parties seek to stimulate economies both ... 9/19/2011 3:15:22 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=771 Webinar: The When, Why and How of Case Studies in Business EducationUPDATED: Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDTFeaturing Professor Marc RobinsonDirector Educational OutreachWilliam Davidson Institute at the University of MichiganModerated by Richard McCrackenDirector of ecch, a not for profit organization dedicated to promoting the case method in management educationThis seminar will teach participants about the case method and how to incorporate case studies into their teaching. It will describe how adults’ learning needs differ from childrens’, and how case studies can be an effective part of learning for adults. Additionally, the seminar will introduce participants to how ... 9/19/2011 3:12:05 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=770 The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship is proud to announce the Elevator Pitch Challenge 2011, presented by E*TRADE.We’re giving 33 young entrepreneurs from low-income communities the chance to pitch their own business concepts. They’ll compete for the chance to win the start-up capital they need to launch their ideas or advance their education. All they need is your vote.Participants have each created a 60-second online video pitch for their self-started businesses -- and now it’s your turn to decide the winner.Watch the students' elevator pitches and vote for your favorite:www.elevatorpitch2011.comThese teens come from all over the country -- DC, New York, the ... 9/19/2011 3:06:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=769 Transforming Health through Innovation and Entrepreneurship~Abstracts Now Being Accepted ~We would like to invite you to the 1stannual International Conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Health (IEH). Jointly sponsored by Oklahoma State University, Indiana University, Oklahoma University, and the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, the conference will be held in Oklahoma City on March 5-6, 2012. Abstracts are due September, 30, 2011.This inaugural conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Health reflects a growing need to transform todays’ dysfunctional health care systems into one in which creative and innovative solutions will lead to better health and health care delivery. We are living ... 9/14/2011 12:13:55 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=768 Join us in person or online!A symposium on small farms, agribusiness and how management education can make an impact.September 21 at 6:00 pm EST at Columbia Business School.There are approximately 500 million smallholder farms around the globe.The majority of these farmers are living in poverty, barely making enough to scrape by. For companies operating in the food/beverage and related sectors, sourcing from these farmers presents tremendous growth opportunities, but only if they can overcome the challenges of adapting business models and innovating supply chains.As businesses grapple with the complexity of the agriculture sector, business schools play an important role in understanding ... 9/8/2011 3:06:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=767 SBANC NewsletterSeptember 6, 2011Issue 685 - 2011QUOTE"Leaders must be close enough to relate to others, but far enough ahead to motivate them. "-John C. MaxwellFEATURE PAPERJollibee Foods Corporation and the Global MarketThis paper was written by Charles A. Rarick, Charles A. Rarick and Casimir Barczyk from Purdue University Calumet and presented at the 2011 Allied Academies International Conference in Orlando, FL.Case DescriptionThe primary subject matter of this case concerns the growth of a Filipino fast food chain. It started from a single ice cream store, which later moved into hamburgers, Filipino style. Over the years Jollibee, a multi-national corporation in the restaurant industry, ... 9/8/2011 3:01:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=766 Handbook Of Regional Innovation And GrowthEdited by Philip Cooke, University Research Professor in Regional Development and Director, Centre for Advanced Studies, University of Wales, Cardiff, UK, Bjørn Asheim, Professor, CIRCLE (Centre for Innovation, Research and Competence in the Learning Economy) and Department of Human Geography, Lund University, Sweden and University of Agder, Norway, Ron Boschma, Professor, Department of Economic Geography and the Urban and Regional Research Centre Utrecht (URU), Utrecht University, The Netherlands, Ron Martin, Professor, Department of Geography and St Catharine’s College, University of Cambridge, UK, Dafna Schwartz, Professor, Department of Business Administration, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel ... 9/8/2011 2:57:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=765 Corporate Governance In Small And Medium-Sized FirmsEdited by David B. Audretsch, Distinguished Professor and Ameritech Chair of Economic Development, Indiana University, Bloomington, US and Visiting Professor, King Saud University, Riad, Saudi Arabia and Erik E. Lehmann, Professor of Management and Organization, University of Augsburg, Germany‘Corporate governance scholarship has been considerably enriched over the past decade as more scholars have begun to ask how governance problems vary across organizational contexts. Scholars seeking to understand and build on those developments will find this volume a very useful resource. In it, Audretsch and Lehmann have assembled several “classic” pieces of governance scholarship alongside a ... 9/8/2011 2:55:56 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=764 THE 4TH INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE"Changes in Social and Business Environment"CISABE‘11Dedicated to the 50th Anniversary of University Studies in PanevežysConference co-funded by Research Council of LithuaniaClick here to view the conference flyerThe goal of the conference is to encourage the dissemination of new scientific knowledge on the changes in social and business environment, the best practice sharing among the researchers and practitioners and the experiential reflection based learning.CONFERENCE TOPICSBusiness and Management Issues in a Changing EnvironmentFinance and Economics Issues in a Regional and Global ContextMarketing Dynamic CapabilitiesSustainable Development: Achievements, Challenges and ExpectationsKnowledge Management and Organizational LearningEntrepreneurial Educational Issues: a Response to ChallengesHuman Resource Management Issues in a Changing EnvironmentInnovations and their ImplementationIdentification and ... 9/8/2011 11:34:06 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=763 The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB) is proud to present a new webinar series for Autumn 2011. This webinar series will be the third in a row showcasing key scholars work in topics on interest to the membership. This year, all webinars are free to attend, so we strongly encourage you to participate!Title: Counting the Cost of Entrepreneurship Policy (this webinar is for people in Central and Eastern European Countries only)Date: Monday, September 12, 2011Time: 15:00 Central European Time 09:00 Eastern Standard Time (US)Presenter: Prof. Anders LundströmPresident, Swedish Foundation for Small Business researchClick here to register > http://ecsbpolicy.eventbrite.com/__________________________________________________________________3 Steps to ... 8/31/2011 2:33:16 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=762 Welcome to the August 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.As the Summer ends and we head into Autumn, ICSB is preparing for another busy conference season. In this newsletter, we have highlighted information on the ICSB Global Entrepreneurship Policy & Research Conference in October in DC, as well as the 2011 CCSBE Conference and the XVI Annual Meeting of the RedPymesMercosur, ICSB Argentina at the end of September, RENT XXV in November and USASBE 2012 in January. You can also find information on the 2012 ICSB World Conference in New ... 8/31/2011 12:34:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=761 REGISTER HERE - https://www.sbtdc.org/events/reg/we-registration.aspPlease register before September 13th.https://www.sbtdc.org/events/reg/we-registration.asp 8/29/2011 1:12:16 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=760 One of the plenary sessions in the ICSB World Conference in Stockholm was on the theme “The Mystery of Growth, moderated by Rohana Ramly, SME Corp in Malaysia. The panel that followed spoke about harnessing resources and see the opportunities in developing countries, and finally gave a concrete example of a growing company in Japan. The first to dive deeper into the topic was Dr Elizabeth Garnsey, University of Cambridge. - The opportunities and resources of a company's growth depends on a number of factors. Growth in business is a creative and dynamic interaction between market and productivity. A company's growth is dependent on its structure and its relationship to the ... 8/29/2011 12:23:52 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=759 Green Earth LLC, founded by ICSB Member Dr. Suresh Kumar (USASBE), Ranks No. 145 on the 2011 Annual List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies—the Inc. 500. NEW YORK, August 23, 2011 -- Inc. magazine today ranked Green Earth LLC, as NO. 145 on its 30th annual Inc. 500, an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy—America’s independent entrepreneurs. Companies such as Microsoft, Zappos, Intuit, Jamba Juice, Zipcar, Clif Bar, Vizio, Oracle, and many other well-known names gained early exposure as members of the Inc. 500. Green Earth was founded by Dr. Suresh Kumar, a serial entrepreneur based ... 8/25/2011 1:48:30 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=758 Gala Dinner to be held at the Hall of Flags in downtown DC!After a site visit to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce today, ICSB isproud to announce that the Gala Dinner forour Octoberconferencewill be held at the spectacular Hall of Flags (pictured below) on Friday October 7, 2011.The venerable International Hall of Flags roomis located approximately 1 block from both the White House and The World Bank in the historic U.S. Chamber of Commerce headquarters building on Pennsylvania Ave. Since 1922, the U.S. Chamber's hallowed halls have hosted U.S. presidents, heads of state, Cabinet officials, and congressional leaders.We would like to ... 8/25/2011 1:38:05 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=757 Ever wondered if it is possible to have all the various major database available in the area of business creation, entrepreneurship, and small and medium enterprises located in one place for you to learn about, compare, and contrast?On Thursday,October 6, the ICSB Global Entrepreneurship Research Conference hosted at GW will be devoted to some of the major data bases. There will be a discussion of the advantages and limitations of each resource for different scholarly objectives.Visit www.icsbgw.org for more information and to register. Click here to view the official conference flyer. Refer HERE to read more about the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Hall of ... 8/25/2011 1:36:02 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=756 Help Us Spread the Word about Case Method Month in September!As a GBSN partner organization, you're invited to join the conversation as the Global Business School Network (GBSN) explores Case Studies and their use in teaching management for the developing world. We'll officially launch on September 1st, but we wanted to give you a heads up to share the news with your members and colleagues.What are the benefits and drawbacks of teaching case studies? How do you get cases written and published?Where can you find cases from emerging markets?Find out during GBSN’s Case Method Month!International experts will share their experiences and ... 8/25/2011 1:07:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=755 Call for PapersAmerican International Journal of Contemporary ResearchISSN 2162-139X (Print), ISSN 2162-142X (Online)American International Journal of Contemporary Research (AIJCR) is an open access, peer-reviewed and refereed multidisciplinary journal published by Centre for Promoting Ideas (CPI), USA. The main objective of AIJCR is to provide an intellectual platform for the research community. AIJCR aims to promote contemporary research in business, humanities, social science, science and technology and become the leading journal in the world.The journal publishes research papers in three broad specific fields as follows:Business and EconomicsManagement, marketing, finance, economics, banking, accounting, human resources management, international business, hotel and tourism, entrepreneurship development, business ethics, ... 8/22/2011 2:02:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=754 Welcome to the USASBE 2012 Conference Newsletter, Issue 1. USASBE 2012 will be held January 12-15, 2012 in New Orleans at the New Orleans Marriott.The annual USASBE conference is one of the premier gatherings of entrepreneurship scholars and educators in the world. It is also a great place to learn of best practices in entrepreneurship education and program development, with recognition given annually to the model academic programs, pedagogy, and outreach efforts in the United States.USASBE 2012Submissions deadline isAugust 26, 2011.Submit your work here!USASBE 2012 Offers Record Number of Preconference SessionsIf you've attended a USASBE Preconference session in the past, you know ... 8/22/2011 2:00:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=753 Save the date!Business Horizon Series IIImmigration & American Competitiveness: The Challenge AheadSpeakers to be announced soon!Wednesday, September 28, 2011Registration & Breakfast:9:00 a.m.- 9:30 a.m.Program: 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Register Today!U.S. Chamber Members, Embassy Employees, and Non-Profit Employees - $19Non-U.S. Chamber Member and Political Appointees & Schedule C Employees - $25House & Senate Employees and Executive Branch Career Service Employees - ComplimentaryThe National Chamber Foundation is hosting a half-day symposium that will bring together representatives of the American business community and leading public figures to discuss the economic imperative for reforming America's high skilled immigration system. This event will also feature the announcement of ... 8/22/2011 1:50:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=752 SBANC NewsletterAugust 15, 2011Issue 682 - 2011QUOTE"Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything."-George Bernard ShawFEATURE PAPERThe Impact Of Experiential Learning On Sales Career AdversityThis paper was written by Claudia C. Mich, from Purdue University Calumet, Susan E. Conners, from Purdue University Calumet, and Lori Feldman, from Purdue University Calumet. This paper was presented at the 2011 Allied Academics Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida.AbstractPersonal selling is a part of everyday life, reflected in how we build and maintain relationships, convince others of our ideas, negotiate terms even in friendships (ex: where to go for dinner), portray ... 8/22/2011 1:48:10 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=751 GBSN, along with Business Call to Action and Columbia Business School Present:Unleashing Potential: Smallholder Farms and AgribusinessA conversation with leaders in the food industry and business education experts on the challenges and opportunities of sourcing from smallholder farmers, and the role business education plays in these efforts.When: September 21, 2011 at 6:00 pm ESTWhere: Columbia University, 114th St. and Broadway, New York, NY, Uris Hall, Room 301 AND webcast onlineWe invite all GBSN members, colleagues and friends to join us in New York or online for this exciting and important discussion. More details will follow soon.Please visit the website at http://www.gbsnonline.org/. 8/17/2011 8:06:01 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=750 http://www.inbam.net/Click here to view the conference flyerThe Second Conference of the International Network of Business and Management Journals (INBAM): "Brokering Knowledge" will be held in Valencia (Spain) from March 20th (Tuesday) to March 22nd (Thursday), 2012,after the great Valencian fiestas: Las Fallas. Thirteen editors of leading journals will participate in this 2nd Conference. It is organized by the Editor Network INBAM and the Universitat de València, the Universidad Católica de Valencia, the Universidad Politécnica de Valencia and ESIC.The following editors-in-chief have confirmed their presence and participation:David Audretsch (Small Business Economics),Robert Blackburn (International Small Business Journal),Ghauri Pervez (International Business Review),Theresa Welbourne (Human Resource Management),John Peters (Management Decision),Slawek Magala (Journal ... 8/15/2011 8:48:09 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=749 SBANC NewsletterAugust 9, 2011Issue 681 - 2011QUOTE"Determine that the thing can and shall be done, and then we will find the way."-Abraham LincolnFEATURE PAPEROnline Research Methods: Sampling The BlogosphereThis paper was written by Charlotte A. Allen, from Stephen F. Austin State University. This paper was presented at the 2011 ACME Annual Meeting in Houston, TX.AbstractThe purpose of this research paper is to provide a plan for gathering primary research information regarding the blogging world. The research questions that will be addressed are: (1) What are the characteristics of a blog?, (2) What revenue models are utilized for blogs?, and (3) Is there a ... 8/15/2011 1:09:03 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=748 We are pleased to announce that the CCSBE 2011 conference registration is now live.You may register at the following link for englishhttp://www.uwindsor.ca/business/ccsbe2011/registrationand the following link for frenchhttp://www.uwindsor.ca/business/ccsbe2011-fr/enregistrement-de-la-conf%C3%A9renceMore information can be found at www.ccsbe2011.ca Thank you very much and we look forward to seeing you at the upcoming conference 8/15/2011 1:04:47 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=746 Science And Technology Based Regional EntrepreneurshipGlobal Experience in Policy and Program DevelopmentEdited by Sarfraz A. Mian, Professor of Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship, School of Business, State University of New York, Oswego, USProviding a global survey of public policies and programs for building national and regional ecosystems of science and technology based entrepreneurial development, this book offers a unique analysis of the advances, over the last several decades and in light of the experiential knowledge gained in various parts of the world, in the understanding of innovation systems in the pursuit of developing these economies. Presenting nineteen case studies of diverse developed ... 8/15/2011 1:02:25 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=745 XVI Annual Meeting of the Red PyMEs Mercosur (Latin American Affiliate of the International Council for Small Business) – Concepción del Uruguay (Entre Ríos, Argentina)Please click here to view the flyer From September 28th to 30th 2011, the Red PyMEs Mercosur organizes its XVI Annual Meeting. The main theme for the Meeting is “SMEs, innovation and knowledge: Towards a new agenda for regional development”. Researchers, educators and practitioners form Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Spain will join the meeting and present research papers and experiences under the following specific topics:Networks, clusters and value chainsEntrepreneurship and new venture growthSMEs, creativity and innovationSmall Business managementWork organization and Employment in SMEs This ... 8/8/2011 10:11:19 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=744 E-Center News & Views August2011In This IssueLetter from Executive DirectorJennifer Hacker Named 2011 Outstanding Entrepreneurship StudentUC Honors Carl H. LindnerUG Entrepreneurship Business Case CompetitionNETWORK NOTES2011 Manny AwardsCincinnati Innovates CompetitionScoreworks SeminarHCDC - Morning Mentoring ProgramBad Girl Ventures Names 2nd $25,000 WinnerHOPS Food for Thought LuncheonBetter Your Business Pro Bono DayLetter from the Executive DirectorHello Everyone,Welcome to Summer Quarter! Entrepreneurship at UC and the current weather in Cincinnati have something in common - both are hot!Go get a cool beverage and enjoy reading about the exciting entrepreneurial journeys unfolding this Summer.Leading off this issue is a student spotlight on Jennifer Hacker (CoB '11), named the ... 8/4/2011 1:23:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=743 SBANC NewsletterAugust 2, 2011Issue 680 - 2011QUOTE"By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest."-ConfuciusFEATURE PAPERAngel Investment Tax Credits: Implementation And Effectiveness In A Sample Of States Representative Of Differing Geo...This paper was written by Joe Bell, Brittany Blair, Don Martin & John Hendon, from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. This paper was presented at the 2011 SBI conference in Bonita Springs, FL.AbstractOver the past decade more than twenty states have begun to offer tax credits to angel investors in an attempt to ... 8/4/2011 1:06:58 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=742 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact:Laura E. WilkerHead of Communications+1-212-471-8707laurawilker@ifac.orgIFAC SMP COMMITTEE UPDATES QUALITY CONTROL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE(New York/August 1, 2011)– The Small and Medium Practices (SMP) Committee of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) today released an updated version of its Guide to Quality Control for Small- and Medium-Sized Practices (QC Guide). Intended to help SMPs successfully and cost effectively implement International Standard on Quality Control (ISQC) 1, the third edition of the guide features enhancements to the two sample manuals as well as other refinements for clarity and consistency with ISQC 1.First released in 2009 and developed with CGA-Canada, the guide contains the requirements set ... 8/4/2011 1:04:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=741 Special noticeESBA wishes you a good summer break!The next ESBA Bulletin will be distributed in the first week of September 2011IN BRIEFEU/Employment: Spain allowed restrictions on Romanian workersOn 26 July 2011, Chantal Hughes, spokesperson on behalf of Internal Market Commissioner Michel Barnier, made an announcement regarding limitations imposed by Spain against workers from Romania. Contrary to previous statements by the EU executive, the Commission now claims that given its difficult position due to the crisis, Spain is allowed to protect its job-market under "exceptional circumstances". Concerns have been voiced as to other countries potentially imposing similar limitations.For information on living and ... 8/4/2011 1:02:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=740 NewsDo Women Have to Do All The Work? Inequities in Wage Gap, Doing the Dishes.Spicy huh? It started when Hot Mommas® Project was written up in Forbes. Learn why women make less, and what we can do about it.The Sisterhood of Success - #sisUdc BootcampOctober 8 in DC marks the second annual Hot Mommas® Project #sisUdc bootcamp. The current and next generation of women leaders are trained with cutting edge tools derived from ground-breaking research. Walk out with a plan for the year, a power support network, and knowledge you can take to the bank. Early bird registration ends next month so register ... 8/4/2011 12:57:56 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=739 Q2 2011 Visa Small Business Overview With this edition, we’ve renamed and revised the format of the Small Business Spend Insights newsletter. Although the Overview includes our U.S. quarterly Spend Insights, it also includes a new section, Small Business Best Practices, providing hands-on recommendations and best practices for our small business audience. Check it out!Our 2011’s second quarter small business survey results indicate:Economic confidence dips slightly in 2Q11 as seen via decreased confidence in revenue increases and greater profits.Energy expenses and economic recovery remain top concerns.Business owners appear to believe job growth is on the horizon.Financial institutions have an opportunity to strengthen customer relationships by providing ... 8/1/2011 4:53:29 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=738 XVI Reunión Anual de laRedPymesMercosurConcepción del Uruguay - Entre Ríos - Argentina28, 29 y 30 de septiembre de 2011"Pymes, innovación y conocimiento.Nuevas agendas para el desarrollo en la Región"Convocatoria para la presentación de Resúmenes y Trabajos1.- EJES TEMÁTICOSEJE Nº 1: Sectores, Redes, Encadenamientos Productivos y Clúster de EmpresasActividades Agroindustriales.Sector Manufacturero.Sector Comercio.Sector Servicios (Salud, Turismo, Software y Servicios Informáticos, etc.).Actividades "creativas" y de la esfera cultural (cine, música, diseño, etc.).Instituciones, estrategias y políticas de apoyo a redes y encadenamientos de empresas.El consumo y su interacción con la producción.EJE Nº 2: Entrepreneurship, Creación y Desarrollo de Empresas y FormaciónEl proceso de creación y desarrollo ... 8/1/2011 1:32:54 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=737 Adquiéralo en la Feria del Libro hasta el 9/5 en el Stand 1314 Pabellón Verde de Editorial Granica Bs. As. o a través de su sitio web haciendo click aquí“Corriendo fronterases un trabajo excelente que presenta en forma clara el proceso de creación y desarrollo de nuevas empresas innovadoras. Al basarse en numerosos casos y relatos de experiencias personales, permite al lector percibir la intensidad de un camino con numerosos fracasos valiosos que preparan el camino al éxito.”Adolfo Nemirovsky, Director de LatlPnet, NASA Research Park, Sillicon Valley.“Nada mejor que aprender de quienes ya han pasado por la experiencia de crear y hacer crecer una ... 8/1/2011 1:31:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=736 Welcome to the July 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.This month's bulletin highlights news and updates from our affiliate network concerning upcoming conferences, events and membership initiatives. Conferences include CCSBE 2011, RENT XXV, USASBE 2012 and ICSB 2012 just to name a few. I strongly encourage all members to attend affiliate conferences where you can meet and interact with other members from around the world. The ability to interact and connect with one another through ICSB provides member groups an opportunity to enrich and expand their contributions ... 7/30/2011 3:13:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=735 The on-line manuscript submission system for the 2012 conference is open! Join us in New Orleans for USASBE 2012, our 26th annual conference, January 12-15, 2012.Submit on the following topics:Please submit competitive papers, developmental papers, case studies and workshops that directly or indirectly address the topics detailed below:*Opportunity Recognition*Corporate Entrepreneurship*Pedagogy in Entrepreneurship*Entrepreneurial Finance*Venture Creation*Social Entrepreneurship*Entrepreneurship across the Curriculum*Entrepreneurial Marketing*Resource Strategies Experiential Learning*Entrepreneurship in the Arts*Skills, Traits, Motives, and Values*Family Business and Entrepreneurship*Building Entrepreneurship Programs and Centers*Economic Development*Cognitive Processes of Entrepreneurs*International Entrepreneurship*Entrepreneurial Consulting*Women and Minority Entrepreneurship*Small Business Innovation and Growth*Law and Entrepreneurship*Social Responsibility and Entrepreneurship*Life Sciences and Technology Entrepreneurship*Ethics and Entrepreneurship*Entrepreneurship and ... 7/29/2011 12:16:54 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=734 2nd Quarter 2011All About AssessmentsThis issue of the Womenable E3News is all about assessments. What's the current state of the women's enterprise development movement? What's the state of women-owned firms in the US and elsewhere? And what is BEE and why should we care? Read on ...Whither WED in the UK?Attentive Womenablers are probably aware that support for women's enterprise development in the UK has taken a direct hit as a result of last year's elections. Regional Development Agencies - where much of the energy and program delivery took place - are no more, replaced with "local enterprise partnerships" that are ... 7/27/2011 9:50:53 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=733 SBANC NewsletterJuly 26, 2011Issue 679 - 2011QUOTE"Business is in itself a power."-Garet GarrettFEATURE PAPERAre My Colleages Soft On (Academic) Crime?This paper was written by Robert T. Burrus, Jr., University of North Carolina at Wilmington J. Edward Graham, University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Mike Walker, University of North Carolina Wilmington. This paper was presented at the Allied Academics 2011 Conference in Orlando, FL.AbstractThis paper investigates faculty perceptions about the frequency of student cheating, what kinds of behaviors should be considered to be cheating, and which remedies would reduce academic dishonesty. The survey also queries faculty about their perceptions of the factors that ... 7/27/2011 9:43:45 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=732 July 2011For those of us who work in colleges and universities, summer can be a wonderful time for reflection and planning. In this issue I offer a few of my thoughts on some of the unique aspects of teaching entrepreneurship. This month we also share a creativity exercise that uses visual arts and storytelling, a micro-finance program for social enterprise, and how a vacant space in a small Midwestern community was transformed into an incubator.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share with your colleagues around the globe. Just send them along ... 7/27/2011 9:39:18 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=731 Handbook Of Innovation Systems And Developing CountriesBuilding Domestic Capabilities in a Global SettingEdited by Bengt-Åke Lundvall, Professor of Economics, Department of Business Studies, Aalborg University, Denmark and Professor, Sciences-Po, Paris, France, K.J. Joseph, Professor, Centre for Development Studies, India, Cristina Chaminade, Associate Professor, Centre for Innovation, Research and Competence in the Learning Economy (CIRCLE), Lund University, Sweden and Jan Vang, Associate Professor, Copenhagen Institute of Technology, Aalborg University, DenmarkThe innovation systems (IS) approach emerged as a theoretical framework in the industrialized world in the mid-1990s to explain innovation and growth in the developed world. This Handbook is the first attempt to ... 7/27/2011 9:30:12 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=730 Call for PapersInternational Journal of Business and Social ScienceISSN 2219-1933 (Print), 2219- 6021 (Online)International Journal of Business and Social Science (IJBSS) is a monthly peer reviewed journal published by Centre for Promoting Ideas (CPI), USA. It covers the areas of business and social science such as management, marketing, finance, economics, banking, accounting, human resources management, international business, hotel and tourism, entrepreneurship development, business ethics, international relations, law, development studies, population studies, history, journalism and mass communication, corporate governance, cross-cultural studies, public administration, psychology, sociology, women studies, social welfare, anthropology, linguistics, education and so on.IJBSSpublishes original papers, review papers, conceptual framework, analytical and simulation models, ... 7/27/2011 9:28:51 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=729 A hallmark of the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE) conferences are the dynamic, interactive workshops. The best of the best of these workshops is then recognized each year as the ‘Outstanding Workshop in Entrepreneurship Pedagogy.’As you consider your opportunities to present at conferences this coming academic year, please consider sharing your expertise via a workshop at USASBE 2012, held January 12-15, 2012 in New Orleans, Louisiana.To submit your work, please click here. The submission deadline is August 26, 2011; acceptance notice will be made by October 28, 2011. Selection for inclusion in the conference program will be based ... 7/27/2011 9:26:49 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=728 SBANC NewsletterJuly 19, 2011Issue 678 - 2011QUOTE"Fear is a part of everything you do.You have to take great risks to get big rewards."-Greg LouganisFEATURE PAPEREntrepreneurship Opportunities in the Solar IndustryThis paper was written by Douglas Causey, from Jackson State University, Vershun McClain, Ph.D., from Jackson State University, Mary White, from Jackson State University and Donald Causey, from Jackson State University. This paper was presented at the 2009 ASBE Conference in San Antonio, TX.AbstractAccording to Schumpeter, a great economist, technology revolution can create "gales of creative destruction" that may result in the elimination of existing industries that are replaced by new ones which offer ... 7/27/2011 9:24:51 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=727 Acere-Diana 2012 Conference31 Jan - 3 Feb 2012Fremantle, Western Australiawww.aceredianaconference.com.auCALL FOR ABSTRACTSProspective authors are invited to submit abstracts for papers to be presented atthe Acere-Diana Conference, to be held in Fremantle, Western Australia from 31 January-3 February 2012.The proud tradition of an annual, Australian-based, high quality entrepreneurship research meeting continues. We encourage the presentation of empirical and conceptual papers on any aspect of entrepreneurship understood as the creation of new economic activity and/or as the founding and management of independent ventures. Papers will be grouped into thematic sessions, one of which will be the DIANA track(s) on entrepreneurship and gender. Other ... 7/22/2011 8:22:29 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=726 Dear Colleague:USASBE is very pleased to announce the beginning stages ofthe formation of the Entrepreneurship andPublic Policy Special Interest Group (SIG) launching at the USASBE 2012 conference in New Orleans. The purpose of the Entrepreneurship and Public Policy SIG is to serve as a forum for USASBE members where substantive issues on public policy affecting small business and entrepreneurship can be explored, discussed, and debated freely and openly from multiple points of view. We will explore how these issues can become part of our teaching, research and service.We plan to hold discussions on how this new SIG can best meet the needs of USASBE members ... 7/18/2011 11:00:00 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=725 CALL FOR PAPERS - ANNUAL SUMMIT ON BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURIALSTUDIES (ASBES 2011)DATE: 17-18 October 2011VENUE: Grand Margherita Hotel, Kuching, Sarawak, MalaysiaISBN PROCEEDING: 978-967-5705-04-5website:http://www.internationalconference.com.mySubmit Papers to:asbes@internationalconference.com.myABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 19 August 2011NOTIFICATION OF ABSTRACT ACCEPTANCE: 2 September 2011FULL PAPER SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 16 September 2011 (for review)Annual Summit on Business and Entrepreneurial Studies (ASBES 2011) isa traditional conference for scholars of business and entrepreneurialstudies, welcoming participants from around the world, with broad anddiverse research interests. Among the many topics related to businessand entrepreneurship, the special focus of ASBES 2011 is on SocialResponsibility, Professional Ethics and Management. Issues of ethicalbusiness, social and environmental sustainability and ... 7/11/2011 1:08:23 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=724 IntroductionIFC's Women in Business (WIN) Program welcomes you to its twenty-sixth quarterly newsletter designed to keep businesswomen in touch with key events, relevant research and, most importantly, each other! We provide brief descriptions of news, events, and online resources that will involve, inspire and inform you. Wherever possible and appropriate, we provide a link for further details.This newsletter shares helpful news and information with women entrepreneurs around the world. If you or your business association have an event you would like to make known, have a success story to share, or would like to tell us what you would like to ... 7/11/2011 1:05:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=723 An Introduction To Social EntrepreneurshipVoices, Preconditions, ContextsEdited by Rafael Ziegler, Co-ordinates the Social Entrepreneurship Research Group GETIDOS at the University of Greifswald and the Institut fürökologische Wirtschaftsforschung, Berlin, Germany. He was formerly a lecturer at the European College of Liberal Arts, where he developed a social entrepreneurship education format that gained UNESCO recognition.‘. . . the book is a welcome and timely contribution to improving the understanding of social entrepreneurship and the work of social entrepreneurs. The text provides an excellent critical analysis of the dominant economic discourse surrounding social entrepreneurship.’– Bob Doherty, International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behaviour and Research2009264 ppHardback978 ... 7/11/2011 12:58:38 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=722 THE NETWORKERABN 73 997 900 249July 2011A monthly news update provided by SEAANZSecretariat: PO Box 9079, Marion Square, Wellington 6011, New ZealandTelephone: +64 04 801-5799 x62496 Facsimile: +64 04 802-0290 Email: seaanz1@gmail.comEditor: Brian GibsonTo subscribe, unsubscribe or include items for possible publication, contact the secretariat email: seaanz1@gmail.comNote from the editorDear members,Although I wasn’t around as much as I usually am, it was good to catch up with many of you at the recent ICSB conference in Stockholm. A timely point to remind you that we will be hosting the 2012 conference along with Massey University in Wellington next year (see notice ... 7/11/2011 12:56:13 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=721 SBANC NewsletterJuly 5, 2011Issue 676 - 2011QUOTE"Accept the challenges so that you can feel the exhilaration of victory."-George S. PattonFEATURE PAPERA Look at Microentrepreneurs and their Enterprises: An Assessment and Implementation Plan for SuccessThis paper was written by Dianne Welsh, from the University of North Carolina-Greensboro, and Mark Munoz, from Millikin University. This paper was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute Conference in Albuquerque, NM.AbstractMicroenterprises have proliferated in many countries in recent years. Among its several associated merits are job creation and national economic upliftment. Drawing from the literature, the author identifies critical requirements for microenterprise survival and growth. Through an assessment ... 7/11/2011 12:51:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=720 Conference Announcement / Call for papersThe8thSMEsin a Global Economy Conference 2011: "Rising to the Global Challenge: Entrepreneurship andSMEdevelopment in Asia"Website: http://www.nkc.kku.ac.th/smesconference2011/index.phpVenue:NongKhaiCampus,KhonKaenUniversity, ThailandDates:9-11 November 2011Organisers:·KhonKaenUniversity, NongKhaiCampus, Nong Khai, Thailand·School of Economics & Management, Beijing Information Science & Technology University, Beijing, China·Centre for Small Business and Regional Research, Faculty of Commerce, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW, Australia·Faculty of Business Management,UniversitiTeknologi, MARA, Malaysia·Centre forSMEStudies,SenshuUniversity, Kanagawa, JapanConfirmed Keynote Speakers:·Professor Dr David B. AudretschDistinguished Professor and Ameritech Chair of Economic Development andDirector, Institute for Development Strategies, Indiana University, USAPersonal Profile: http://www.indiana.edu/~spea/faculty/audretsch-david.shtml·Professor Dr Robert BlackburnEditor in Chief International Small Business JournalKingston University, UKPersonal Profile: http://business.kingston.ac.uk/staff/prof-robert-blackburn·Associate ProfessorDrCharles HarvieHead of SchoolDirector, Centre ... 7/11/2011 12:48:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=719 HEADLINESEU/MSEs: ESBA urges President Barroso to improve the regulatory environment for MSEsOn 21 June 2011, the European Small Business Alliance, by means of a letter, has urged Commission President Jose-Manuel Barroso to alleviate the heavy regulatory regime that is currently in place for micro (and small) companies. Stressing that micro businesses make up roughly 91% of all EU businesses and create more than two thirds of EU employment, ESBA requested for cutting red tape and tailoring legislation for MSEs to move back up on the EU agenda. ESBA members were pleased to learn of President Barroso's explicit statements in the conclusions ... 7/11/2011 12:46:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=718 Kia Ora and WelcomeThe 2012 ICSB Conference is now only a year away! For the first time the World Conference is being held in New Zealand, and the venue is Wellington – the coolest little capital in the world (according to Lonely Planet) and a great place to visit.Massey University and the Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand will be your hosts and we look forward to seeing all of you.If you are thinking of attending the conference, now is your chance to be kept up to date with all the latest information by registering your interest in attending. ... 7/7/2011 1:20:52 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=717 In working on multiple start up advisory boards, I’m seeing an upward trend in companies engaging in social entrepreneurship. Founders of AltrUHelp, the hottest new social media platform leading the way in social entrepreneurship, attended the national conference on volunteering …and the most talked about topic – Social entrepreneurship. With so many readers wanting to get involved in this movement, I have asked their Chairman and founder, Matthew Paisner, to introduce us to this movement in the account written here.—Jamie Farrell 2011 National Conference on Volunteering Ignites Social Entrepreneurship Jun. 16 2011 - 10:10 am Posted by Jamie FarrellLast week thousands of non-profits, volunteers, and corporate executives gathered at the 2011 National Conference on Volunteering and Service (NCVS) ... 7/7/2011 12:47:38 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=716 The ICSB 2011 Pre-conference Policy Forum attracted nearly 200 participants to Stockholm this year. Complete with an impressive and diverse range of speakers and panelists, the event contributed in a unique way to the on-going discussion of policy measures on entrepreneurship, innovations and SME policies from different parts of the world. A current analysis of today's world economies served as the base for discussion to allow policy makers to discuss current trends.2011 Pre-conference Policy Forum Schedule:Welcome and Opening by Professor David Smallbone, President , International Council for Small BusinessTheme: Global challenges, current trends and starting points for policy makingModerator: Deputy Managing Director, Ulrika Stuart Hamilton, Swedish Entrepreneurship ... 7/1/2011 12:48:20 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=715 The ICSB 2011 World Conference Doctoral Consortium day welcomed 20 students from 13 different countries to Stockholm. Proposals accepted for the day covered a broad range of topics in entrepreneurship and small business from failure, survival and growth, strategy and innovation, clustering and community entrepreneurship, to entrepreneurship among disadvantaged groups, nascent entrepreneurship and the relationship between individual and context. These not only reflect the topics of the 2011 conference but also the interests of the global entrepreneurship research community. The day included key note speeches from Professors Hans Landström from Lund University and Bengt Johannisson from Jönköping University and was led ... 7/1/2011 12:22:19 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=714 Welcome to the June 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.The ICSB 2011 World Conference was this month's grand event for the ICSB global community of members. From June 15th - 18th, nearly 1,000 delegates took part in the conference which proved to be the right arena for collaboration, sharing best practice and ideas. In this newsletter please find a report from the conference, as well as recap articles for the doctoral consortium and pre-conference policy forum. We advise that you continue to visit our website at ... 6/30/2011 8:58:20 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=713 SBANC NewsletterJune 28, 2011Issue 675 - 2011QUOTE"A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life. "-Charles DarwinFEATURE PAPERUnderstanding the Relationship Marketing Process of Family Businesses in the Industrial (B2B) SectorThis paper was written by Dr. Wing Lam, Senior Lecturer in Entrepreneurship, from the University of Central Lancashire, in the UK. This paper was presented at ISBE 2010 Conference in London.AbstractThis paper develops a theoretical and methodological framework that attempts to shed new light on the process of relationship marketing in an industrial (B2B), family business context. Relationship marketing involves both formal and informal social interactions ... 6/29/2011 8:26:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=712 June 2011Two programs that have been leaders in entrepreneurship education for several decades are Baylor University and Babson College. This month we highlight Baylor’s program to connect their students and alumni with angels in their community and Babson’s new MBA curriculum. We also look at an innovative twist on student business hatcheries that supports social entrepreneurs at a liberal arts college. Finally, a community college program whose focus is on turning unemployed into entrepreneurs is examined.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share with your colleagues around the globe. Just send them ... 6/29/2011 8:23:25 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=711 EIASM Newsletter, June 201140th Anniversary Conference40 Years EIASMNew Members to the EIASM Academic CouncilNews from MembersTwo New Workshop Themes in 2012 !Upcoming EIASM Workshops and ConferencesEDEN Doctoral SeminarsIntroducing the 1st EDAMBA – EIASM Consortium on Doctoral Supervision and the New Global Research LandscapeIPDM ConferenceRENT: call for bids 2013 and 2014EAA Annual Congress & Doctoral Colloquium 2012EARIE Annual Conference 2011EDAMBA ACTIVITIESEFA Annual Meeting & Doctoral Tutorial 2011EIBA Annual Conference & Doctoral Tutorials 2011EMAC ActivitiesEURAM Annual Conference, Doctoral Colloquium & Other ActivitiesEurOMA Annual Conference, Doctoral Seminar, Young Scholars Workshop & Other Activities 2011European Associations administered by EIASMContact EIASM40th Anniversary ConferenceTo mark its 40thanniversary, ... 6/29/2011 8:19:28 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=710 Dear Colleague,Planning for the USASBE 2012 Annual Conference is well underway, and I am writing to personally invite you to submit a paper, workshop or case for consideration.With a diverse mix of insightful papers, a variety of cases, and provocative workshops, the annual USASBE conference is one of the premier gatherings of entrepreneurship scholars and educators in the world. The meeting will be held January 12-15, 2012 at the New Orleans Marriott. Please consider sharing your work with our membership.To view the Call for Papers and find out more about this year’s meeting, visit:http://www.usasbe.org/conference/2012How Can You Be Involved? In addition to our competitive papers ... 6/29/2011 8:11:10 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=709 SBANC NewsletterJune 21, 2011Issue 674 - 2011QUOTE"Affirmation without discipline is the beginning of delusion. "-Jim RohnFEATURE PAPERStudent Business Plan Competitions: Who Really Does Have Access?This paper was written by Joe Bell, from the University of Arkansas. This paper was presented at 2010 Small Business Institute National Conference.AbstractStudent business plan competitions no longer resemble a classroom project, initiated at the start of a semester, often based upon a student's original thought, and hastily submitted to a competition, more likely than not, within driving distance of your school. Today, competitors and competitions have morphed into year-long strategic initiatives reliant upon high-technology, or even bio ... 6/29/2011 8:06:47 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=708 The ICSB 2011 World Conference opened in grand fashion on June 15 at the Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre in downtown Stockholm, Sweden. Starting with the Pre-conference Policy Forum day on the 15th that also included the Doctoral Consortium and ICSB Board meeting on the agenda, the nearly 1,000 delegates in attendance have had a unique opportunity to communicate and collaborate with experts from over 70 different countries on best practice, research trends and methodology related to the areas of innovation and entrepreneurship. The four day program includes over 300 presentations, 7 plenary sessions, Social events at City Hall and the Nobel ... 6/23/2011 3:15:53 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=707 Call for papers - Special issue of TechnovationHonoring the life’s work of Bruce KirchhoffSubmission deadline: December 1, 2011Guest editorScott Newbert, Villanova UniversityBruce A. Kirchhoff, Ph.D., one of the entrepreneurship field’s true pioneers, passed away on May 1, 2011 at the age of 73. Bruce served as distinguished professor of entrepreneurship and Director of the Technological Entrepreneurship Program at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). Over the course of his decades-long academic career, Bruce published more than 100 articles on entrepreneurship, economic development, and strategy in a variety of academic journals, books, trade publications, and popular media and was cited by Inc. magazine as one of the top ... 6/15/2011 8:35:50 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=706 EIASM, June 14, 2011Dear Colleague,I would like to remind you that the submissions deadline for the"7th INTERDISCIPLINARY WORKSHOPON “INTANGIBLES, INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL & EXTRA-FINANCIAL INFORMATION”Warsaw, Poland, September 29-30, 2011is June 25, 2011Conference web site :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=766EDEN DOCTORAL AND YOUNG SCHOLAR SEMINARON VISUALISING, MEASURING AND MANAGING INTANGIBLESWarsaw, Poland, September 26-October 1, 2011Jointly with 7th workshop (mentioned above)For details, please see :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/eden_announcement.asp?event_id=809Application deadline :July 22, 2011Please pass this onto any colleagues who may be interested.Thank you in advance and best regards,Graziella Michelante-----------------------------------------------Other events which might be of interest to you :3rd European Reward Management Conference (RMC 2011) :On 1 and 2 December 2011, the third European Reward Management ... 6/15/2011 8:29:19 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=705 SBANC NewsletterJune 14, 2011Issue 673 - 2011QUOTE"There is nothing impossible to him who will try."-Alexander the GreatFEATURE PAPERSources of Financing for New Technology Firms: Evidence from the Kauffman Firm SurveyThis paper was written by Susan Coleman, from the Barney School of Business at the University of Hartford, and Alicia Robb, from University of California, Santa Cruz. This paper was presented at the USABE 2010 Conference.AbstractThis article uses data from the Kauffman Firm Survey to explore the financing sources and strategies of new technology-based firms. Findings reveal that technology-based firms, and particularly high tech firms, raise larger amounts of capital at startup than ... 6/15/2011 8:26:07 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=704 Technology Strategy And Innovation ManagementEdited by Michael J. Leiblein, Associate Professor of Business and Corporate Strategy, Fisher College of Business, Ohio State University, US and Arvids A. Ziedonis, Assistant Professor of Management, Charles H. Lundquist College of Business, University of Oregon, US‘This volume should be on every professor’s and PhD student’s book shelf! Leiblein and Ziedonis have carefully covered the field with the most classic and important articles published in the last twenty years. Thus, Technology Strategy and Innovation Management will be the key reference source for this exciting field for years to come.’– Christopher L. Tucci, École Polytechnique Fédérale de ... 6/13/2011 11:04:40 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=703 The Family Business Special Interest Group is in the planning stages of submitting its proposed pre-conference workshop for USASBE 2012 in New Orleans. As part of that process, we would ask any interested USASBE and Family Business SIG members to provide their input and suggestions for workshop content and focus, particularly relating to issues involving teaching family business. Please send your ideas as soon as possible to Daniel Degravel at daniel.degravel@csun.edu or Carol Wittmeyer at CWITTMEY@sbu.edu.Thanks!RolandRoland E. KidwellAssociate professor of managementDept. 3275 Management and MarketingUniversity of Wyoming College of Business1000 E University Avenue • Laramie, Wyoming 82071Phone: 307-766-3424 •Fax: 307-766-3488 • E-mail:rkidwell@uwyo.edu 6/13/2011 11:02:35 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=702 Handbook Of Research On Energy EntrepreneurshipEdited by Rolf Wüstenhagen, Good Energies Professor for Management of Renewable Energies and Director, Institute for Economy and the Environment, University of St Gallen, Switzerland and Robert Wuebker, Post Doctoral Fellow, Management Department, University of Utah, USThis timely Handbook provides an excellent overview of our knowledge on the drivers, influencing factors and outcomes of energy entrepreneurship. As the world grapples with global resource crunches and fights to reap the rewards of new energy technologies, a wide space for entrepreneurial opportunity has emerged. The Handbook of Research on Energy Entrepreneurship offers critical insight on how nations the ... 6/13/2011 11:00:20 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=701 SBANC NewsletterJune 7, 2011Issue 672 - 2011QUOTE"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does!"-William JamesFEATURE PAPERA Strategic Pathway to the Rapid-Growth of New Startups: Niche Marketing and Strategic InvestmentThis paper was written by Hyung Rok Yim, from the School of International Studies Kyung Hee University in Korea. This paper was presented at the 2009 International Council for Small Business in Stanford, California.AbstractThis paper presents 16 start-ups that ultimately grew to become Fortune 500 corporations through niche marketing in 30 years or less. A discrete-choice single-prize innovation race model is used to simulate their investment behavior under four possible business scenarios ... 6/13/2011 10:58:29 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=700 HO WD O YO U S HA R E K NO W L E D GE?http://usasbe.org/knowledge/KNOWLEDGE RESOURCES CALL REMINDERDear USASBE Members,Thanks to the many members who have already sent in new resources! We still need more!Helpus update the Knowledge Resources Exchange on the web with 500 new, updated syllabi, 200 new innovations in teaching tools/exercises, and 100 new cases by the end of the summer.Send these in today!Please email your resources to Becky Gann at becky.gann@belmont.edu by July 1.MarkMark Weaver, PresidentUSASBEKmarkweaver@gmail.comEmma is a proud platinum sponsor of USASBE 2012Are you following USASBE on Twitter?http://twitter.com/USASBE 6/13/2011 10:55:57 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=699 Women's Entrepreneurship CommitteeNews UpdateJune 2011The 2011 ICSB World Conference is just a week away. Here are three brief news items of interest:ICSB WEC Reception in StockholmFor those of you who are attending the ICSB conference in Stockholm next week, mark your calendars now for the Women's Entrepreneurship Committee reception, being held just prior to the gala dinner on Friday, 17 June.The reception, being held on the 5th floor of the waterfront conference centre hotel from 1800 to 1900, will allow us to pay tribute to best paper winners past and present, and network with one another in a relaxed, picturesque setting.Many ... 6/13/2011 10:52:01 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=698 EIASM, June 3, 2011Dear Colleague,I would like to draw your attention to the forthcoming 21ST EUROPEAN DOCTORAL SUMMER SCHOOL ON TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENTISTANBUL, SEPTEMBER 5-9, 2011Deadline for Application:June 15, 2011The Summer School is a valuable experience for anyone involved in doctoral work in the area of technology and innovation management. It provides a unique opportunity for doctoral students in technology management to learn from presentations of leading academics in the field and to meet colleagues with similar research interests. During the intensive one-week course, the participating students have the opportunity to discuss their research programs with senior professors and with other PhD students ... 6/13/2011 10:51:02 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=697 Click here to view the official flyerDear Friends of Entrepreneurship:Greetings from Chico, CA.The Students for the Advancement of Global Entrepreneurship (SAGE) World Cup is coming to Buffalo, NY on July 24-25. We expect over 200 outstanding teenage leaders from 16 countries to come to Buffalo/Niagara Falls with one primary goal: to become the SAGE World Cup Champion 2011. The USA teams are Ross High School from Ross, Ohio, and Holy Angels Academy from Buffalo, NY. They were selected at the SAGE USA tournament in Chicago last weekend. One of our keynote speakers on July 25 is Steve Mariotti, founder of NFTE.As ... 6/3/2011 11:26:20 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=696 Next Steps for Your Growing BusinessA Dun & Bradstreet Small-Business WebinarClick here to view the official flyerTWO SESSIONSThursday, June 9 @ 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. ETThursday, June 9 @ 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. ETRegister at www.dnblearningcenter.com/knowledgeSPEAKERSBrian TippensDirector of Global Supplier Diversity and Sustainability, Hewlett-PackardBill BalduinoVice President for Risk Management Best Practices, D&BPhyllis MeyerDirector of Marketing Partnerships and Alliances, D&BABOUTLooking to attract new business and more customers?Not sure what the next steps are? At our upcoming webinar, “Next Steps for Your Growing Business” you’ll learn:Key Business Trends for Small BusinessesBrian Tippens’ 8 Critical Tips for Growing Your BusinessSteps for Creating a Credit Policy to Better Manage Cash FlowClick here to view ... 6/3/2011 10:32:03 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=695 Women & Entrepreneurship: The Role of Emerging Technology------------------------------Date: Tuesday, May 17, 2011Place: George Washington University School of BusinessClick here to view the recording!At last year’s Global Entrepreneurship: The Latest Research on Business Creation conference hosted at GW, Dr. Paul Reynolds presented the case that the growth of women as entrepreneurs in the developing world would have a profound impact on new firm creation and job growth. This view is supported by recent research that states, ‘women-owned businesses are one of the fastest growing entrepreneurial populations in the world. They make significant contributions to innovation, employment and wealth creation in all economies (Bruin et al., 2010).Women&Entrepreneurship: The Role of Emerging Technology was ... 6/1/2011 2:05:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=694 Website: www.ICSBGW.orgDate: October 6-8, 2011Location: The George Washington University School of Business, Washington DC, USA ICSB's second Research and Policy Conference, hosted in Washington D.C., will offer a unique perspective connecting research on small and medium enterprises to policy implications. This conference is for policy makers and researchers concerned with business creation. The conference will be limited to 150 participants only; who will have a unique opportunity to engage and interact with both colleagues and partenrs such as the World Bank, Kauffman Foundation, VISA Inc. Small Business, PSED, GEM, NFIB and more. The conference outline is as following: Wednesday, October 5th: Pre-Conference Social Event: ICSB International Office - GW MBA Student Seminar.Thursday, October 6th: Morning Registration, Database Presentations, and Opening ReceptionFriday, October 7th: Paper Presentations, ... 6/1/2011 1:29:18 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=693 Welcome to the Policy Forum Day at theICSB World Conference in StockholmThe 15th of June, at the ICSB World Conference, will be a full day focusing on policy measures for entrepreneurship, innovations and SMEs from different parts of the world.We are very pleased to welcome you to this special feature day, marking the start of the ICSB2011conference. You will meet experts, researchers, representatives from policy making and policy implementation, as well as business organisations from 16 countries participating in this special conference day.?Policy Forum Day –TopicsIPREG (Innovative Policy Research for Economic Growth)GEM (Global Entrepreneurship Monitor)World Bank Report ”Doing Business”SME policies in ... 6/1/2011 12:38:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=692 Welcome to the May 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.As we head into the month of June, all are anxiously awaiting another ICSB World Conference; this year hosted in Stockholm, Sweden. With what looks to be an exciting program and over 800 participants, we are confident that you will be able to share knowledge across all four of ICSB's pillars with people who have come to Sweden from around the world.In this bulletin you will find information on the 2011 ICSB Conference, and well as ... 5/30/2011 6:09:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=691 May 2011With the continued growth in interest of social entrepreneurship we are beginning to see the distinct challenges of growing and sustaining these programs. Some of the lessons are very similar to those we learned when launching traditional entrepreneurship academic programs over the past several decades. But, starting, growing and sustaining social entrepreneurship programs clearly present unique challenges and opportunities. This month we highlight programs that may offer models that can help all of us who are trying to integrate social entrepreneurship at our universities. We would like to thank Ashoka for providing some of the ideas in this month’s newsletter.We welcome innovations ... 5/30/2011 6:06:52 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=690 CALL FOR ACADEMIC PAPERS, PRACTICE WORKSHOPS, PANELS, TEACHING CASES, AND SIMULATIONSThe Odette School of Business at the University of Windsor (www.uwindsor.ca/odette) is the proud host of the annual conference of the Canadian Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (CCSBE/CCPME)(www.ccsbe.org). The dates of the conference are September 29, 30 and October 1, 2011, offering attendees a chance to experience the warm autumns in southernmost Ontario. The focus will be on developing entrepreneurial success, the critical element for creating wealth and ensuring economic well-being. We offer a vibrant university, a Canadian/U.S. cross-border manufacturing region, and a waterfront venue offering relaxed learning, discussion, and ... 5/30/2011 6:02:20 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=689 Conference du Conseil canadien des PME et de l'entrepreneuriat (CCPME)FAÇONNER LA RÉUSSITE ENTREPRENEURIALE INVITATION À PRÉSENTER DES ARTICLES, ATELIERS, DES GROUPES D’EXPERTS, DES ÉTUDES DE CAS ET DES SIMULTATIONSLa Odette School of Business de l’Université de Windsor (www.uwindsor.ca/odette) est fière d’accueillir la conférence annuelle 2011 du CCPME (www.ccsbe.org). La conférence, qui donnera la chance aux participants d'apprécier les doux automnes de l’extrême sud de la province de l'Ontario, aura lieu du 29 septembre au 1er octobre. Cette année, le thème principal sera la voie vers la réussite entrepreneuriale, qui constitue l’élément essentiel pour créer de la richesse et assurer le bien-être économique. Notre université ... 5/26/2011 2:08:51 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=688 Welcome to the 56th edition of the World Conference ICSB – “Back to the future”On June 15 to 18 researchers, policy makers and entrepreneurs gather in Stockholm to discuss entrepreneurship and innovation from a global perspective. The 2011 ICSB-conference, with the Swedish Entrepreneurship Forum and the Swedish Agency for Economic and Regional Growth as hosts, gather a number of the absolute top names in entrepreneurship research and is expected to attract more than 800 people from 70 countries. You are of course also welcome!The Swedish Minister for Enterprise and Energy Maud Olofsson will open the conference and H R H Prince Daniel participates in the prize ... 5/26/2011 2:08:19 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=687 SBANC NewsletterMay 24, 2011Issue 670 - 2011QUOTE"Never make forecasts, especially about the future."-Samuel GoldwynFEATURE PAPERMeasuring the Performance of Business IncubatorsThis paper was written by Johanna Vanderstraeten and Paul Matthyssens from the University of Antwerp, Belgium. This paper was presented at the ICSB 2010 World Conference in Cincinnati, OH.AbstractUtilizing performance measurement theories, we critically examine performance measurement literature in the business incubator domain. Papers are identified and selected by examining peer-reviewed journals in entrepreneurship and small business research, publisher-independent databases, and an own literature review. Results are discussed both at the individual and the system level. At the individual level, existing performance measures ... 5/26/2011 2:06:34 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=686 EIASM, May 20, 2011Dear Colleague,With this email message, we would like to inform you that due to numerous requests we have decided to extend the deadlines for the two following events :3rd European Reward Management Conference (RMC 2011):NEW deadline : May 30 !!!On 1 and 2 December 2011, the third European Reward Management Conference will be organised.The conference’s organising committee will grant a best paper award.The conference preliminary programme is available and additional details are available on the web site.http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=794RENT XXVBodo, Norway, November 16-18, 2011 -NEW deadline : May 30The main theme of the 25th Annual RENT conference is"Entrepreneurship, Business and ... 5/26/2011 2:04:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=685 Global Entrepreneurship And Development Index 2011Zoltán J. Ács, University Professor and Director, Center for Entrepreneurship and Public Policy, School of Public Policy, George Mason University, US and László Szerb, Associate Professor, Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Pécs, Hungary‘The Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index. . . focuses on high-growth companies. It tries to measure the ambition of entrepreneurs as well as the prevalence of start-ups. It presents its results in ways that are designed to capture the attention of policymakers. It produces a ranking of 71 countries (for all their faults, nothing makes a politician jump like a league table). ... 5/26/2011 2:03:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=684 E-Center News & Views May2011Letter from the Executive DirectorHello Everyone,As I write this column there is an unseasonable chill in the air, as a very wet Spring struggles to transition to Summer.As you look over this Spring Quarter issue ofE-News & Views, however, one thing is clear - Entrepreneurship at UC and in Greater Cincinnati is heating up.The 13th Annual Entrepreneurship Awards Banquet May 12thset the pace for recognizing another stellar year for entrepreneurs from a lifetime of achievement to those just beginning the entrepreneurial journey.Thank you to everyone who came to this year's banquet and shared in the annual renewal of the entrepreneurial ... 5/20/2011 9:40:03 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=683 EIASM, May 19, 2011Dear Colleague,Due to numerous requests we have decided to extend the deadlinefor the submission of abstracts for theRENT conferenceuntilMay 30th.The conference will take place in Bodo, Norway, from November 16-18, 2011.The main theme for the 25th Anniversary Conference is:"Entrepreneurial, Business and Society"To be acceptable, proposals MUST only be submitted through the conference web site :http://www.rent-research.org/default.asp?iId=GFGGHGSincerely,The Organisers. 5/20/2011 9:34:42 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=682 Platforms, Markets And InnovationEdited by Annabelle Gawer, Imperial College Business School, London, UK‘Annabelle Gawer’s collected volume of research shows that a vibrant community of scholars has arisen around platforms and innovation. Each of the chapters is first rate, with top researchers offering some of their latest work. This will be an indispensable book for students of innovation and technology management everywhere.’– Henry Chesbrough, University of California, Berkeley, US2010416 ppHardback978 1 84844 070 8Regular Price $160.00Web Price$144.00May 2011Paperback978 1 84844 789 9Regular Price$55.00Web Price$44.00For full contents -www.e-elgar.comKnowledge Transfer And Technology DiffusionEdited by Paul L. Robertson, University of Tasmania, Australia and David Jacobson, ... 5/20/2011 9:32:02 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=681 Classics In Critical Management StudiesEdited by Mats Alvesson, Department of Administration, Lund University, SwedenThis authoritative collection presents seminal papers from leading academics on the evolving field of management studies. It encompasses sections on organization theory, organizational culture and behaviour as well as management specialisms. Professor Alvesson has selected key papers to reflect the scholarly debates and pivotal arguments surrounding the development of this field of study. This indispensable volume, with an original introduction by the editor, will be of immense value to students, scholars and practitioners interested in this topical and relevant field.May 2011672 ppHardback978 1 84980 127 0Regular Price $370.00Web ... 5/20/2011 9:30:30 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=680 SBANC NewsletterMay 17, 2011Issue 669 - 2011QUOTE"You must be willing to commit yourself to a course, perhaps a long and hard one, without being able to foresee exactly where you will come out."-Oliver Wendell Homes, Jr.FEATURE PAPERWhy Do Companies Pay Cash Dividends?This paper was written by Christopher A. Briere & Frank W. Bacon, both from Longwood University. This paper was presented at the Allied Academies 2011 International Conference in Orlando, FL.AbstractWhat influences a company to pay cash dividends to their investors and what leads the company to decide the amount per share to pay? This research project attempts to declare the main ... 5/20/2011 9:28:48 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=679 Website: http://entrepreneurship.okstate.edu/classroomIn these difficult times, universities face a vexing challenge in developing their entrepreneurship programs. There are significant difficulties in staffing courses, especially as student demand continues to grow, but also in ensuring the quality, rigor, and substance of these courses. Schools are scrambling to find qualified faculty to design and deliver a growing range of entrepreneurship courses. Individuals from disciplines both inside and outside the business school are getting involved, with a growing reliance on adjuncts and entrepreneurs.Many of these individuals lack exposure to the best practices in the entrepreneurship classroom. Some know little of the core content of an entrepreneurship ... 5/13/2011 4:02:33 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=678 BAYLOR-USASBE STUDENT CASE WRITING COMPETITIONJanuary 12, 2012New Orleans, LouisianaThe Baylor University Entrepreneurship Program and USASBE are jointly sponsoring a student case writing competition in conjunction with USASBE’s annual meetings. This is an innovative international event that supports and encourages students who wish to engage in case research and writing. Submitted cases are suitable if they advance the field of entrepreneurship, broadly defined, and contribute to an understanding of entrepreneurial phenomena. The cases must be original and unpublished, and their focus can include, but is not limited to, the following:New Venture CreationInternational EntrepreneurshipSmall Business ManagementFamily-Owned BusinessesMinority and Gender Issues in Small Business ... 5/13/2011 1:35:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=677 Dear Colleague:In these difficult times, universities face a vexing challenge in developing their entrepreneurship programs. There are significant difficulties in staffing courses, especially as student demand continues to grow, but also in ensuring the quality, rigor, and substance of these courses. Schools are scrambling to find qualified faculty to design and deliver a growing range of entrepreneurship courses. Individuals from disciplines both inside and outside the business school are getting involved, with a growing reliance on adjuncts and entrepreneurs.Many of these individuals lack exposure to the best practices in the entrepreneurship classroom. Some know little of the core content of an ... 5/13/2011 1:32:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=676 SBANC NewsletterMay 10, 2011Issue 668 - 2011QUOTE"Wisdom is learning what to overlook."-William JamesFEATURE PAPERA Theory of Successful Phenomenon for Technology Start-UpsThis paper was wrote by Jayaram Madireddy, from Colorado Technical University. This paper was presented at the USASBE 2011 Conference in Hilton Head Island, SC.AbstractThis qualitative phenomenological study addressed the problem of high failure rate of technology start-ups. The study involved an exploration into the experiences of 22 entrepreneurs and organizational leaders who had experience in successful start-ups from Silicon Valley, California; and attempted to study how the start-ups could achieve success. The findings reveal that project planning, execution, and monitoring strategies; ... 5/13/2011 1:27:07 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=675 EIASM, May 10, 2011Dear Colleague,I am pleased to remind you the upcomingsubmission deadlines for the :3rd European Reward Management Conference (RMC 2011): submission deadlineMay 15, 2011On 1 and 2 December 2011, the third European Reward Management Conference will be organised.The conference’s organising committee will grant a best paper award.The conference preliminary programme is available and additional details are availableon the web site.http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=7941st Workshop on Business EthicsBrussels, November 10-11, 2011 - Submission deadline : May 15, 2011Web site :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=775RENT XXVBodo, Norway, November 16-18, 2011 - Submission deadline : May 16, 2011The main theme of the 25th Annual RENT conference is"Entrepreneurship, Business and Society"Web site : http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=787EDEN Special ... 5/13/2011 1:25:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=674 Conference Announcement / Call for papersThe8thSMEs in a Global Economy Conference 2011: "Rising to the Global Challenge: Entrepreneurship and SME development in Asia"Website: http://www.nkc.kku.ac.th/smesconference2011/index.phpVenue:Nong Khai Campus, Khon Kaen University, ThailandDates:9-11 November 2011Organisers:·Khon Kaen University, Nong Khai Campus, Nong Khai, Thailand·School of Economics & Management, Beijing Information Science & Technology University, Beijing, China·Centre for Small Business and Regional Research, Faculty of Commerce, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW, Australia·Faculty of Business Management, Universiti Teknologi, MARA, Malaysia·Centre for SME Studies, Senshu University, Kanagawa, JapanConfirmed Keynote Speakers:·Professor Dr David B. Audretsch Distinguished Professor and Ameritech Chair of Economic Development and Director, Institute for Development ... 5/9/2011 1:22:34 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=673 World Encyclopedia Of EntrepreneurshipEdited by Léo-Paul Dana, Adjunct Professor, GSCM – Montpellier Business School, France, on study leave from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand and Founding Editor, Journal of International Entrepreneurship and the Journal of Enterprising CommunitiesThis comprehensive reference work, written by some of the most eminent academics in the field, contains entries on numerous aspects of entrepreneurship.May 2011512 ppHardback978 1 84542 479 4Regular Price $270.00Web Price$243.00Elgar original referenceFor full contents -www.e-elgar.comIn Search Of Research ExcellenceExemplars in EntrepreneurshipRonald K. Mitchell, Texas Tech University, US and Richard N. Dino, University of Connecticut, USThis path-breaking book gathers ‘best practices’ advice from the ... 5/9/2011 1:18:16 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=672 Submit YourProposal for a Pre-Conference Workshop!Deadline is July 1stDear Colleague:We would like to invite you to submit a proposal for a USASBE 2012 Pre-Conference workshop.In past years, the Pre-Conference Workshops have proved to be highly successful. Using either a ½ day or a full day timetable, workshops have ranged from presenting insights into successful publishing in the top entrepreneurship journals, teaching finance to entrepreneurship students, taking entrepreneurship programs across campus, to how to evaluate entrepreneurship programs. Feedback from attendees has been quite positive and many feel that the Pre-Conference Workshops are a terrific way to get in-depth material and network among ... 5/9/2011 1:16:50 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=671 SBANC NewsletterMay 3, 2011Issue 667 - 2011QUOTE"Every true genius is bound to be naive."-Friedrich SchillerFEATURE PAPERCOMPARISON OF ETHICAL BEHAVIOR: INDIVIDUAL PERCEPTIONS AND ATTITUDES TOWARD ENTREPRENEURSThis paper was written by John Batchelor, from Virgina Commonwealth University, Michael Harris & Shanan Gibson, from East Carolina University, and Leo Simpson, from Seattle University. This paper was presented at the Small Business Institute's 2011 Annual Conference in Bonita Springs, Fl.AbstractThe identification of traits that separate entrepreneurs from the general population has proven unfruitful, leading to favor for a behavioral approach toward the study of entrepreneurship (Gartner, 1988). This approach views the entrepreneur as a role where ... 5/9/2011 1:11:18 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=670 IBS launches Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ICSBE) in IndiaProf Y.K. Bhushan, Senior Advisor and Head, IBS Mumbai launched the India affiliate of International Council for Small Business (ICSB), at a meeting held on Tuesday, March 29,2011 at IDS, Powai. Over 75 industry and academic representatives attended the meeting. Board of newly formed council was constituted and Prof. Y.K. Bhushan has been elected as President ofICSBE. The office of ICSBE will be located at IDS, Mumbai. Dr. David Smallbone, President International Council for Small Business said that unique features of ICSB are access to some of the best minds in business, education and government around the world and dynamic networking capabilities with a global organization in over 70 different countries.Dr Jay Mitra, International Director, ICSB ... 5/9/2011 1:11:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=669 Dear Colleagues,Entrepreneurship has lost a pioneer in research and education both in the USA and internationally. Dr. Bruce Kirchhoff, the Distinguished Professor of Entrepreneurship and Director of the Technological Entrepreneurship Program at New Jersey Institute of Technology died Sunday, May 1.Bruce was a true scholar and thought leader in our field. Heled significant research while at the US Small Business Administration that challenged business failure statistics commonly cited in literature and showed a major difference between failure and companies that cease to exist. His experience in starting technology based companies helped develop the interest in this topic as a unique subset ... 5/3/2011 1:59:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=667 Business Models: A Critical Element to Entrepreneurial AchievementBut what exactly is a “business model’, anyway? No one ever defined the termprecisely – it seemed to mean either ‘what we do’ or ‘how we hope to make money someday.– Harvard Business Review 2001By Debbi D. Brock, Anderson UniversityAsk any executive or nonprofit leader what a business model is, and you will have avariety of answers. No matter what your industry, healthcare, education, etc. –understanding and being able to articulate your business model is important to anentrepreneur’s success. According to Osterwalder, Pigneur and Smith, thebusiness model “describes the rationale of how an organization creates, delivers, andcaptures value.” A word of advice ... 5/2/2011 3:28:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=666 Greetings! The 2011 ICSB Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate Annual Membership Meeting will take place on: DAY FRIDAY MAY 13, 2011 TIME 9:00 A.M. PLACE ICPR Junior College : Manatí Campus The proposed AGENDA for the meeting includes: 1. Call to order 2. Approval of 2010 Membership Meeting Minutes 3. Reports a. Secretariat b. Membership c. Finance d. 2013 World Conference e. President 4. Report on Election of 2010 – 2012 Affiliate Board 5. New Business a. 2011 World Conference 6. Adjourn Hope to greet you personally at this meeting! Jaime L. Santiago Canet, Ph.D. President Puerto Rico ... 5/1/2011 9:26:19 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=665 Welcome to the April 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.This month, we are excited to bring you information on many upcoming initiatives from our global affiliates. In this issue are three (3) upcoming conferences; 2011 ICSB World Conference, 2011 USASBE Conference, and the 2011 CCSBE Conference, and one affiliate meeting in Puerto Rico & the Caribbean on May 13. You will also find affiliate programs such as the Young Writers Workshop featured at the 2011 ICSB World Conference. We have also highlighted upcoming call for papers, ... 5/1/2011 8:54:06 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=664 EIASM, April 28, 2011Dear Colleague,Please see below reminders for 3 events that might be of interest to you.3rd European Reward Management Conference (RMC 2011): submission deadlineMay 15, 2011On 1 and 2 December 2011, the third European Reward Management Conference will be organised.This conference focuses on recent relevant academic research in the field of reward management. It also wants to function as a bridge between academics and practitioners. Some key features of this conference:• Researchers will have the opportunity to present papers dealing with their recent empirical research. Also theoretical reviews are welcomed. The presenters will receive comments and reviews by their ... 5/1/2011 8:51:55 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=662 EIASM, April 26, 2011Dear Colleague,Wewould like to remind you that the submission deadline for the COLLOQUIUM ON ORGANISATIONAL CHANGE & DEVELOPMENT is May 4, 2011.The theme this year is: ADVANCES, CHALLENGES & CONTRADICTIONSThe colloquium will take place in Malta, 15-16 September 2011.As in previous years, the 2011 OCD colloquium is designed to provide delegates with the opportunity to present their work and discuss it in a constructive environment. Thus, the colloquium seeks to bring together international scholars and practitioners with a view to exploring perspectives and insights into the management of OCD. Work presented by delegates at the OCD workshops in ... 5/1/2011 8:50:23 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=661 SBANC NewsletterApril 27, 2011Issue666 - 2011QUOTE"Repetition does not transform a lie into a truth."-Franklin D. RooselveltFEATURE PAPERIndividual Identity and Sustainable Entrepreneurship: The Role of AuthenticityThis paper was written Isobel O'Neil & Deniz Ucbasaran, both from the University of Nottingham. This paper was presented at the ISBE 2010 Conference in London.AbstractDesired self-conceptions motivate behavior (Markus & Wurf, 1987). Our research probes how identity-related phenomenon trigger entrepreneurial activity. Recent discussions of identity in entrepreneurship literature have focused on how entrepreneurial role identities are important to entrepreneurial success (Hoang & Gimeno, 2008; Cardon et al. 2009). However, by exploring only those role identities salient to ... 5/1/2011 8:48:18 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=660 VISA SMALL BUSINESS Spend Insights1Q 2011 REPORT | April 2011Click here to view the complete report.Overview2011's first quarter small business survey results indicate:Small business owners appear to believe the recession may be overAttracting new customers and growing business has become a focus once again.Climbing fuel and energy costs are increasing concerns.Small business owners who prefer to pay via credit products is at an all-time high.Visa Small Business Spend Insights monitors the economic confidence and outlook of small business owners by providing quarterly survey data directly from small business owners and cross-referencing these findings with proprietary Visa Business card spend data within the same time period. Those benefiting from this newsletter include our key ... 4/29/2011 6:08:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=659 There are some new programs seeking to fund seed stage ventures. This month we look at two programs that offer some early stage help that includes more than just money. The second feature this month is an exercise that helps students with a key resource that can be as important as money – their network. And finally, with graduation upon us and summer almost here, we look at two models for summer entrepreneurship camps with a different focus. One is a summer camp with a social entrepreneurship theme and the other features a science and technology orientation.We welcome innovations and ideas ... 4/26/2011 7:31:34 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=657 The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB) Spring Webinar SeriesTitle: What is hot and What is not in Entrepreneurship Education Research?Date: April 28, 2011Time:15:00 Central European TimeSpeaker:Professor Cristina Bettinelli,BergamoUniversity, ItalyClick here to register today athttp://entrepeducation.eventbrite.com!*Enter your discount code for reduced member rateVisitwww.icsb.org/webinarto access the directory of recorded webinars.3 Steps to Access the MeetingOpen your web browser to the meeting room URL -http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/entrepeducation/Enter your name when prompted by Adobe, then click ok to enter the meeting room.Once you are in the meeting room, you will need to connect to the audio in order to listen to the conference in one of ... 4/26/2011 7:27:52 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=656 DOWNLOAD THE FULL CALL FOR PAPERS HEREEmma is a proud platinum sponsor of USASBE 2012.Follow USASBE on Twitter athttp://twitter.com/USASBE 4/26/2011 7:24:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=655 CALL FOR ACADEMIC PAPERS, PRACTICE WORKSHOPS, PANELS, TEACHING CASES, AND SIMULATIONSThe Odette School of Business at the University of Windsor (www.uwindsor.ca/odette) is the proud host of the annual conference of theCanadian Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (CCSBE/CCPME) (www.ccsbe.org). The dates of the conference are September 29, 30 and October 1, 2011, offering attendees a chance to experience the warm autumns in southernmost Ontario.The focus will be on developing entrepreneurial success, the critical element for creating wealth and ensuring economic well-being. We offer a vibrant university, a Canadian/U.S. cross-border manufacturing region, and a waterfront venue offering relaxed learning, discussion, and academic/practitioner knowledge-sharing.Please Submit Academic Papers, Cases, Panels and Workshops ... 4/26/2011 7:22:04 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=654 CALL FOR CASE STORIESGood Practice Competition on Responsible Business ConductThe Egyptian Corporate Responsibility Center (ECRC), GIZ , the World Bank Institute (WBI), the MENA-OECD Investment Programme and the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), on behalf of the MENA Responsible Business Conduct Forum (MENA-RBCF), have the pleasure to announce the 2011 “Good Practice Competition on Responsible Business Conduct”. This competition aims to showcase good examples of responsible business practices in the Middle East and North Africa region and encourage knowledge sharing to help contribute to sustainable economic and social development.Participants are required to write a short case story describing a good practice ... 4/21/2011 5:37:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=653 Entrepreneurship In RecessionEdited by Simon C. Parker, MBA ’80 Professor of Entrepreneurship, Richard Ivey School of Business, University of Western Ontario, CanadaThis timely volume discusses the role of entrepreneurship in recessions. Simon Parker has selected the key contributions in the literature, which seek to explain why economies enter into and emerge from recession, and the involvement of entrepreneurs in this process. A central theme is the contribution of entrepreneurship to the creation and propagation of business cycles. A combination of theoretical and empirical studies is included, and there is a particular focus on a salient issue which arises in recessions, namely ... 4/21/2011 11:07:46 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=652 SBANC NewsletterApril 19, 2011Issue 664 - 2011QUOTE"The man who has no imagination has no wings."-Muhammad AliFEATURE PAPERLeading Entrepreneurial Teams: Insights from JazzThis paper was written by Deniz Ucbasaran, from Nottingham University Business School, Andy Lockett, from Nottingham University Business School, and Michael Humphreys, from Nottingham University Business School.This paper was present at the ISBE 2010 Conference in London.AbstractWe are seeing a growing body of literature entrepreneurial teams. Yet, despite being perhaps the most critical factor in the success of any team (Zaccaro et al., 2001), we have seen very limited empirical examination into the leadership of these teams. We seek to address this ... 4/21/2011 11:05:13 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=651 SBANC NewsletterApril 12, 2011Issue 663 - 2011QUOTE"High Expectations are the key to everything."-Sam WaltonFEATURE PAPERFACTORS AFFECTING ENTREPRENEURIAL ATTITUDES OF AMERICAN AND CHINESE BUSINESS STUDENTSThis paper was written by Lloyd Gibson, from Stratford University, Regina Ann Gibson, from Gibson Research Consulting, and Shuming Zhao, from Nanjing University. The paper was presented at the 2011 USASBE Conference.AbstractIdentifying factors which influence the development of future entrepreneurial orientation is important to the customization of entrepreneurship education and initiatives. This study identified differences between the U.S. and China by surveying business students in the U.S. (N = 211) and China (N = 227) using the Entrepreneurial Attitudes Orientation ... 4/21/2011 11:01:52 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=650 Date: May 16-20 Place: Washington, DCEvery year since 1963, the President of the United States has proclaimed National Small Business Week to recognize the contributions of small businesses to the economic well-being of America. As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration recognizes this special impact made by outstanding entrepreneurs and small business owners. In 2011, National Small Business Week will honor the estimated 27.2 million small businesses in America. Small businesses are major contributors to the strength of the American economy. More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business. They also create 60-80 ... 4/19/2011 4:33:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=649 The Puerto Rico and Caribbean AffiliateOf theInternational Council for Small BusinessInvites you to participate in the2nd Faculty Lecture Series and Annual MeetingTo take place on Friday, May 13, 2011 at 9:00 a.m.At the Manatí Campus of ICPR – Junior College.Guest Speaker: Dr. Susan Duffy, from Simmons CollegeAnd expert on Women and Entrepreneurship.Please set aside this date!Contact:Jaime L. Santiago Canet, Ph.D.PresidentPuerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate - ICSBPontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico2250 Las Americas Ave Suite 568Ponce PR 00717-9997(787) 841-2000ext 2509 4/12/2011 1:47:55 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=648 IFC's Women in Business (WIN) Program welcomes you to its twenty-fifth quarterly newsletter designed to keep businesswomen in touch with key events, relevant research and, most importantly, each other! We provide brief descriptions of news, events, and online resources that will involve, inspire and inform you. Wherever possible and appropriate, we provide a link for further detail.This newsletter shares helpful news and information with women entrepreneurs around the world. If you or your business association have an event you would like to make known, have a success story to share, or would like to tell us what you would like to ... 4/12/2011 11:18:51 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=647 SBANC NewsletterApril 5, 2011Issue 662 - 2011QUOTE"Business is in itself a power"-Garet GarrettFEATURE PAPERCAN DESIGN THINKING BE USEFUL IN NEW BUSINESS PLANNING?The following paper was written by David Choi, from Loyola Marymount University, and Steve Boyer, from the Otis College of Design. The paper was presented at the 2011 USASBE Conference.AbstractIn this highly explorative paper, the authors (2 business and 2 design academics) ponder the potential use of design thinking in high-level new business planning and strategy development. First, the authors make the argument that the conventional business training and planning process allows for very little room for creative thinking. Then, they present ... 4/7/2011 7:37:55 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=646 Dear USASBE Members,As a courtesy, Jim Barrood has generously made digital versions of the book Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Global Insights from 24 Leaders available to USASBE members. Members are free to use/distribute as a supplemental text to their classes at no cost for the rest of 2011. Click here to view the book summaryTopics/Industries Covered MatrixPC/Mac version (.pdf);Smartphone, iPad, tablet version (.epub - drag into iTunes/Market);Kindle version (.mobi - transfer via USB)If you would like a hard copy and/or teaching notes (ppts, test questions), please send Jim Barrood an email at barrood@fdu.edu. His full contact information is listed below.James C. BarroodExecutive Director, Rothman Institute of EntrepreneurshipSilberman College of Business-Fairleigh ... 4/7/2011 1:21:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=645 Wiley-Blackwell Publishing News: Special Annual Report EditionThe latest issue of Publishing News has now been published at http://blogs.wiley.com/publishingnews/Items featured in this month’s newsletter:Your Starter for Ten: An Interview with Jim Testa, VP Editorial Development and Publisher Relations at Thompson Reuters (ISI) Web of ScienceTapping into China’s Growing Research CloutMarket Focus on the Middle EastDeveloping our Sales Reach in the Middle East: A Case Study King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)Metrics and User Habits – Understanding our ReadersArticle Metrics and DiscoverabilityThe Launch of Wiley Online LibraryWiley-Blackwell’s Library Advisory Board 2010: The Reality of the New Digital LandscapeOnline Access – An UpdateGovernment ... 4/5/2011 12:26:34 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=644 YOUNG RESEARCHERS’ WRITING WORKSHOPAt ICSB World Conference 2011 Organised by:Prof. Dr. Friederike Welter (Jönköping University, Sweden) & Associate Professor Luca Iandoli (University of Naples Federico II, Italy) Do you need advice on your latest article you are working on? ICSB is offering a workshop for young researchers who have finished their PhD within the past 5 years or who will finish within 2011. This workshop will focus on paper writing. We will invite leading scholars and editors of peer-reviewed journals to discuss your paper drafts. You also will meet other younger researchers with similar interests and can find out about possibilities for research collaborations. You will work in groups of 3 or 4 participants, ... 4/4/2011 5:29:44 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=643 Conference Announcement / Call for papersThe 8th SMEs in a Global Economy Conference 2011: "Rising to the Global Challenge: Entrepreneurship and SME development in Asia"Website: http://www.nkc.kku.ac.th/smesconference2011/index.phpVenue: Nong Khai Campus, Khon Kaen University, ThailandDates: 9-11 November 2011Organisers:Khon Kaen University, Nong Khai Campus, Nong Khai, Thailand School of Economics & Management, Beijing Information Science & Technology University, Beijing, ChinaCentre for Small Business and Regional Research, Faculty of Commerce, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW, AustraliaFaculty of Business Management, Universiti Teknologi, MARA, MalaysiaCentre for SME Studies, Senshu University, Kanagawa, JapanConfirmed Keynote Speakers:Professor Dr David B. Audretsch, Distinguished Professor and Ameritech Chair of Economic Development and Director, Institute for Development Strategies, Indiana University, USA Personal ... 4/1/2011 10:46:02 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=642 Welcome to the March 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.In this issue, you will find information on two important ICSB events - the 2011 ICSB World Conference in Stockholm this June and the 2011 SEAANZ Conference in Sydney this July. We have also published Calls for Papers, workshop and webinar participation and award news from our members.Throughout April and into May, ICSB encourages you to submit your ballot for the 2011-12 ICSB Board of Directors election. Help us select the individuals that will drive the ... 3/31/2011 7:35:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=641 Analysis of Census Data on Women-Owned Businesses Provides New Numbers, New InsightsNews ReleaseGrowth of Women-Owned Firms Continues, But Keeps Up PaceOnly Until 100-Employee and $1M Revenue MarksEmpire MI - March 31, 2011 -A new analysis of recently-released Census data on women-owned enterprises in the United States finds that the growth in the number of women-owned firms continues at rates exceeding the national average, and that growth in revenue and employment keeps up the pace with all firms, but only until women-owned firms reach the 100-employee level or the $1 million revenue marks.Women-owned firms are now estimated to number just over 8.1 ... 3/31/2011 7:21:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=640 Dear Colleagues,Can I cordially invite you to join us on Facebook (ECSB), Linked In (ECSB) and on Twitter (ECSB1). We are using these media to build interaction between Members of ECSB and to keep you informed of upcoming events (e.g. next week's webinar by Prof David Smallbone).Best regards,Tom Cooney,President - ECSB 3/31/2011 7:19:21 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=639 The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB) Spring Webinar SeriesTitle: Entrepreneurship PolicyDate: April 7, 2011Time:15:00 Central European TimeSpeaker:Professor David Smallbone,Kingston University London, President of ICSBClick here to register today athttp://entreppolicy.eventbrite.com!*Enter your discount code for reduced member rate3 Steps to Access the MeetingOpen your web browser to the meeting room URL -http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/entreppolicy/Enter your name when prompted by Adobe, then click ok to enter the meeting room.Once you are in the meeting room, you will need to connect to the audio in order to listen to the conference in one of three (3) ways depending on your geographic location and telephone ... 3/31/2011 7:18:30 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=638 SBANC NewsletterMarch 29, 2011Issue 661 - 2011QUOTE"You can never have an impact on society if you have not changed yourself."-Nelson MandelaFEATURE PAPERSmall Business and Credit Cards: New Rules for Plastic in an Economic RecessionThe following paper was written by Robert J. Lahm, Jr., Robert B. Carton, Louis E. Buck, Jr., from Western Carolina University, and Charles R. B. Stowe, from Lander University. The paper was presented at the 2011 USASBE Conference.AbstractA lack of capital through traditional forms of lending to small businesses has long led many entrepreneurs to rely on credit cards. However, firms relying on credit cards have recently been subjected to ... 3/31/2011 7:16:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=637 Researching Economic Development and Entrepreneurship in Transition EconomiesPlace: Banja Luka, Bosnia and HerzegovinaDate: October 27-29, 2011Call for PapersThe Faculty of Economics, University of Banja Luka, is pleased to announce the international scientific conference REDETE 2001 - Researching Economic Development and Entrepreneurship in Transition Economies. The official language of the Conference is English. Papers on any aspect of entrepreneurship and economic development in transition economies are welcome, and papers’ selection will be primarily based on quality. Key speakers at the Conference will be:Prof. David Smallbone (Kingston University, UK)Prof. Peter Rosa (The University of Edinburgh, UK)Prof. Hanns Pichler (Austrian Institute for SME Research)Prof. Stephen Page (London Metropolitan University, UK)Prof. Friederike ... 3/29/2011 12:52:51 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=636 Congratulations to ICSB Board Members Julie R. Weeks and Susan G. Duffy for their recent publication in the International Journal of Gender and Entrepreneurship. The article “Seven years of the ICSB-NWBC best paper award for Women's entrepreneurship research: What have we learned”presents seven years of experiences supporting a best paper award in women's entrepreneurship and the lessons learned. Please go to http://www.emeraldinsight.com/journals.htm?articleid=1915637&show=abstract for more information on the text. Julie R. Weeks, Susan G. Duffy, (2011) "Seven years of the ICSB-IJGE-NWBC Best Paper Award for women's entrepreneurship research: What have we learned?", International Journal of Gender and Entrepreneurship, Vol. 3 Iss: 1, pp.79 – 82 Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited Abstract: Purpose – This paper aims to offer ... 3/28/2011 12:33:47 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=635 SBANC NewsletterMarch 22, 2011Issue 660 - 2011QUOTE"A budget tells us what we can't afford, but it doesn't keep us from buying it."-William FeatherFEATURE PAPERBEYOND THE CLASSROOM: MOVING YOUR STUDENTS FROM IDEAS TO ACTIONThe following paper was written by Kathleen R. Allen, from the University of Southern California, Elissa Grossman, from Loyola Marymount University, and Steven Mednick, from the University of Southern California. The paper was presented at the 2011 USASBE Conference.Academic AbstractAt a time of high unemployment, with many students paying the price, it's essential for entrepreneurship instructors to provide tools that encourage independent thought and productive action about real business opportunities. This ... 3/25/2011 10:30:59 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=634 Given the continued state of the economy, an increasing number of students are seeking entrepreneurship education. However, the weak economy is also putting significant constraints on the ability of these students to afford the education in entrepreneurship that they believe is the best path to success in their careers. Since entrepreneurship has been the engine that has driven almost every past recession, it is imperative that we as educators find ways to make entrepreneurship education accessible. In this issue we highlight several unique program structures that are emerging to meet the challenges and opportunities of the “new normal” facing higher education.We ... 3/25/2011 10:24:46 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=633 EIASM, March 16, 2011Dear Colleague,A number of people have asked us for extensions, therefore we are happy to inform you that we have decided to postpone the submission deadline to March 30 for the8th Workshop on Corporate Governance that will be held in Brussels, Belgium, May 30-31, 2011Please submit via the following web site :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=767Please also note the upcoming submission deadlines for the :1st International Conference on Tourism Management and Related IssuesRimini, Italy, September 15-16, 2011Submission deadline : March 23, 2011Web site : http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=789Please feel free to circulate this information to colleagues who could be interested.Please note that you can also attend ... 3/25/2011 10:13:10 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=632 SBANC NewsletterMarch 15, 2011Issue 659 - 2011QUOTE"In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure."-Bill CosbyFEATURE PAPERDiscovering Europe's Innovative Alternative to the Corporate Business Plan and How It Boosts Corporate EntrepreneurshipThe following paper was written by Raphael Cohen, from University of Geneva, and Jerome Katz, from Saint Louis University. The paper was presented at the 2011 USASBE Conference.Academic AbstractThis workshop introduced a novel European approach to the business case, which fosters "internal open innovation." Used by organizations such as Nestlé, Oracle, Sanofi-aventis, banks and hospitals. A Nestlé executive presented how the IpOp Model provides, within his organization, ... 3/25/2011 10:10:27 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=631 SBANC NewsletterMarch 8, 2011Issue 658 - 2011QUOTE"We must not, in trying to think about how we can make a big difference, ignore the small daily difference we can make which, over time, add up to big differences that we often cannot foresee."-Marian Wright EdelmanFEATURE PAPERNonprofit EntrepreneurshipThe following paper, "Nonprofit Entrepreneurship: The ?Q is, Will Exempt Organizations Tread On The Toes of SMES To Capture the Financial Literacy And Credit Consulting Niche Market?" was written by Stephanie Bardwell, from Christopher Newport University, and Alan Bardwell, from The Bardwell Group. The paper was presented at the 2011 Small Business Institute National Conference.AbstractThis paper investigates the ... 3/25/2011 10:03:28 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=630 E-Center News & Views - March 2011Letter from the Executive DirectorHello Everyone,As you read this special issue of E-News & Views, our students are busy preparing quarter end reports, cramming for exams, and planning a well-deserved break week. Of course, entrepreneurship knows no breaks as this very full issue gives testimony. The 7th Annual Spirit of Enterprise Graduate Business Plan Competition, February 24-25, 2011, was another huge success. A special thanks to Tom Nies (CoB '62, '68) and the great folks at Cincom Systems, Inc. and all our sponsors and judges who continue to make this annual event so successful. Also, ... 3/25/2011 9:53:44 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=629 SEAANZ 2011July 13-15, 2011Australia Technology ParkSydney, NSW, AustraliaClick here to view the official conference flyerA conference for researchers, educators, advisors, public agencies and student researchers concerned with advancing knowledge for and about small enterprises.CALL FOR PAPERSThis conference will focus on all aspects of small enterprise (including education, business management, entrepreneurship, and economic perspectives).Issues will include (but not be limited to):Strategy, governance, planning, learning and leadership in privately owned firms;Education and training outcomes;Advice and support outcomes;Enterprise policy in respect to SMEs;Managing new business start-ups, growth and succession;Family firm issues;Home based enterprises;Studies with a regional or indigenous focus;Emerging and developed economies;Studies of SME owner-managers ... 3/23/2011 10:57:27 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=628 www.icsbvotes.orgGreetings from the Immediate Past President, Annette St-Onge.One of my roles as past president is the chairing of the Nominating Committee for the next slate of officers. We have made the nominating process as transparent as possible. The voting process follows sections 4, 5, and 6 of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) By-Laws (listed below).I would like inform all ICSB members that the nominating committee tried to have a contested position for the president-elect spot but due tounforeseenevents, the second candidate withdrewthemselvesfrom consideration two days prior to this ballot. ICSB will continue to strive on broadening the election process ... 3/23/2011 10:52:14 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=627 Click here for Official Conference Flyer~Dear Colleague,SEAANZ - The Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand (an affiliate of ICSB) is pleased to announce its 2011 conference will be held from July 13th to 15th in Sydney. As usual this is a conference for researchers, educators, advisors, public agencies and student researchers concerned with advancing knowledge for and about small enterprises. We are placing special emphasis on student researcher particpation on this occassion.We appreciate this is short notice but we are committed to running the event and details are contained in the attached file. We welcome your own attendance and would also ... 3/17/2011 11:27:46 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=626 Click here to view the SAGE USA Brochure 2011Click here to view the SAGE-Quick Reference Guide 2011The Ninth Annual SAGE (Students for the Advancement of Global Entrepreneurship) USA Competition will take place at the University of Illinois-Chicago (UIC) campus on Friday, May 27. At the SAGE competition, about 20 SAGE teenage teams from across the USA will make an oral/audio-visual presentation to a panel of distinguished judges from the private and public sectors. The judges will decide which team is the most creative and effective in operating their socially-responsible businesses, and their social enterprises.We would like to invite you to serve as ... 3/17/2011 11:16:44 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=625 Call for Proposals: SMEs and Sustainability, Oct 20-22, Montreal, CanadaThe Network for Business Sustainability is organizing next October 20-22, in Montreal, the international conference “SMEs: Moving toward Sustainable Development.” This conference is unique in that we are encouraging contributions from both the managerial and academic sectors.We believe the International Council for Small Business may be interested in the conference’s call for proposals. Proposals for communications, round tables and doctoral presentations are accepted. Practitioners are also welcome to participate by sharing their practical knowledge and experiences. The new deadline is April 1st, 2011.Examples of the conference’s themesCharacteristics of entrepreneurs and managers of sustainable SMEsCharacteristics of sustainable SMEsInstitutional influences on ... 3/10/2011 8:40:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=624 “SMME Kopano”- Public/Private Stakeholders Leveraging ResourcesThe International Council for Small Business – South Africa (ICSB-SA) is pleased to be collaborating with USAID Financial Sector Program (USAID/FSP) in promoting and hosting SMME Kopano- “a platform for engagement and dialogue – in a collegial spirit of constructive critique, encouragement and support – among entrepreneurship and SMME development practitioners countrywide. It’s a platform for collective reflection and learning. SMME development colleagues will share ideas, approaches, lessons and challenges and spur one another on to continuously improve practice and performance.” This conceptualization is in line with the ICSB-SA’s focus on fostering knowledge and experience sharing ... 3/9/2011 10:56:42 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=623 EIASM, March 9, 2011Dear Colleague,We are happy to invite you to the WORKSHOP ON CURRENT RESEARCH IN TAXATION, Münster, Germany, June 27-28, 2011. The event will be hosted by the Institute of Accounting and Taxation, University of Münster.The goal of the seminar is to bring together international scholars working on current issues in taxation. Thereby we will learn about different worldwide tax research and create a setting where work in progress can be improved and discussed in-depth. Especially the attendance and moderating function of Prof. Edward Maydew and Prof. Michelle Hanlon, as two of the leading US scholars in tax research, offers ... 3/9/2011 10:32:51 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=622 EIASM, March 8, 2011Dear Colleague,Please note the upcomingsubmission deadlines for the :8th Workshop on Corporate GovernanceBrussels, Belgium, May 30-31, 2011 - Submission deadline :March 24, 20111st International Conference on Tourism Management and Related IssuesRimini, Italy, September 15-16, 2011 - Submission deadline :March 23, 20116th Colloquium on Organisational Change & Development: Advances, Challenges & ContradictionsMalta, September 15-16,2011 - Submission deadline :May 4, 20111st Workshop on Business EthicsBrussels, November 10-11, 2011 - Submission deadline :May 15, 20113rd European Reward Management Conference (RMC 2011)Brussels, December 1-2, 2011 - Submission deadline :May 15, 2011RENT XXVBodo, Norway, November 16-18, 2011The main theme of the 25th Annual ... 3/8/2011 1:39:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=621 SBANC NewsletterMarch 1, 2011Issue 657- 2011QUOTE"Action is the foundational key to all success."-Pablo PicassoFEATURE PAPERA CASE FOR UNIVERSITY CONSULTINGAbstractThe following paper was written by Andrew Allen, MoreMarbles. The paper was presented at the 2011 Small Business Institute National Conference.University consulting is a new approach to learning and a new approach to doing business. Also known as student consulting, field-based study or experiential learning, university consulting finds its roots in the theory of learning by doing. Through a capstone or senior-level course, university students work in teams and are given the task of solving a challenge faced by a real client. Teams spend ... 3/8/2011 1:37:49 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=620 The Handbook Of Research On Entrepreneurship In Agriculture And Rural DevelopmentEdited by Gry Agnete Alsos, Managing Director, Nordland Research Institute, Norway, Sara Carter, Professor of Entrepreneurship, Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship, University of Strathclyde Business School, UK and Visiting Professor, Nordland Research Institute, Elisabet Ljunggren, Senior Researcher in Entrepreneurship, Nordland Research Institute, Norway and Friederike Welter, Professor of Entrepreneurship, Jönköping International Business School, SwedenThe agriculture sector around the world has experienced profound changes in recent years. This unique and path-breaking Handbook draws together the best current research in the area of entrepreneurship in agriculture, food production and rural development.March 2011336 ppHardback978 1 ... 3/8/2011 1:35:33 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=619 Entrepreneurship, Women, and CompetitionsEarlier on SC, we published an article about Natalie Portman, an Oscar winner and a winner of one of the world's most prestigious science competitions (with 7 Nobel Laureate alumni).As the largest female-oriented entrepreneurship competition, Cartier Women's Initiative Awards gives all selected women an exclusive opportunity to win:4-months of coaching with Cartier, INSEAD and McKinseyNetworking opportunitiesMedia exposureInvitation to one week of activities in France (Paris and Deauville) during the FinaleInvitation to the Annual Global Meeting of the Women’s ForumAmong the 16 finalists, 6 Laureates are nominated and receive in addition:20 000 USD eachOne year of coaching with Cartier, INSEAD and McKinseyAn exclusive trophy created by the ... 3/7/2011 6:11:07 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=618 The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB) Spring Webinar SeriesTitle: Entrepreneurship Policy Date: April 7, 2011 Time: 15:00 Central European Time Presenter: David Smallbone, Professor,Small Business Research Centre,Kingston University London; President, ICSBREGISTER TODAY!http://entreppolicy.eventbrite.com/*Enter discount code for reduced members feePlease visit www.icsb.org/webinar to access the our directory of recorded webinarsThis interactive webinar, supported by the International Council for Small Business (ICSB), is scheduled for 90 minutes.To verify time differences go to:http://www.worldtimeserver.com/meeting-planner.aspx----------------If you have never attended a Connect Pro meeting before:Test your connection:http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htmWatch this video for a quick overview: http://www.adobe.com/go/connectpro_overviewAdobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Acrobat Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or ... 3/4/2011 2:33:21 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=617 GESTIÓN DE LA MEJORA CONTINUACurso de Posgrado Virtual 2011Edición 2011Estructura del Programa: 8 seminarios1- Gestión empresaria, calidad y mejora continua.2- Sistema de indicadores y tablero de comando.3- Modelos para la excelencia empresaria.4- Herramientas para mejora e innovación.5- Técnicas de apoyo a la mejora continua.6- Higiene, seguridad e impacto ambiental.7- Six Sigma y análisis estadístico de procesos.8- Gestión de recursos humanos para la calidad total.Director: Ing. Héctor FormentoInicio: abril 2011Duración: 8 mesesArancel: Matrícula: $500 + 8 cuotas: $500Inscripciones:del 01 de febrero al 31 de marzo de 2011Vacantes limitadasLas clases se dictarán desde el Aula Virtual Moodle de laUNiversidad Nacional de General Sarmiento.Destinatarios:Graduados universitarios que desarrollen actividades ... 3/4/2011 8:51:19 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=616 Call for Papers on Women’s Entrepreneurship in the NAM Countries The World Islamic Economic Forum-UiTM International Centre (WIEF-UiTM) is now accepting papers to be considered for publication in three different journals; NIEW Journal - The Voice of the NAM Women Her Voice - New journal focusing on women gender studies, women's empowerment issues, women's health issues, policies and legislations, culture and more. WIEF-UiTM International Journal - New journal focusing on international business, economics, finance/Islamic finance, sciences, innovation, manufacturing, IT, social entrepreneurship/entrepreneurship, and other related fields. Our target audience is professionals (including MDs, Directors, CEOs, Chairmans, & Presidents) from the business sectors, Heads of States (including Prime Ministers, Presidents, Kings, Emirs, Princes and Princesses), esteemed academicians from top Universities in the world, ... 3/2/2011 3:55:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=615 Female Entrepreneurship – Myths and RealitiesEntrepreneurship is a team sport, and we need more players! Women are one of the world’s most untapped sources of creativity and growth. Welcome to explore all the myths and facts behind the female entrepreneur as American and Swedish researchers and entrepreneurs present their views and policy recommendations on a breakfast seminar in the House of Sweden, Washington DC, 08.30-10.30, March 15th.The seminar is arranged in partnership with the Embassy of Sweden.Sarah Iqbal and Svetlana Bagaudinova, both from the World Bank, and the Professors Pontus Braunerhjelm, Swedish Entrepreneurship Forum and Royal Institute of Technology, and Elisabeth Gatewood, Wake Forest University,will ... 3/1/2011 10:29:44 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=614 Welcome to the February 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. ICSB is busy planning for our upcoming world conference. In this issue, you will find updates from both the 2011 and upcoming 2012 ICSB World Conferences in Sweden and New Zealand, respectively. You will also find our latest blog post update titled 'Egypt - Pressures for Change,' and the ECSB Spring Webinar Series database. Various calls for papers, articles, and conference news is also included from our members. Please remember to visit http://www.icsb.org/ during the month of March for ... 2/28/2011 1:24:13 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=613 Dear SAGE Friends:Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Curt DeBerg, and I am a business professor at CSU, Chico, in Northern California. I am also the founder of Students for the Advancement of Global Entrepreneurship (SAGE). SAGE’s mission is tohelp create the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders whose innovations and social enterprises address the major unmet needs of our global community.I am pleased to announce that University of Illinois-Chicago will host the SAGE USA Tournament on May 27 and 28, 2011. The purpose of this article is:To invite you to be among our esteemed judges and/or observers; we expect about 20-25 SAGE teams to ... 2/28/2011 1:12:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=612 Innovation Networks In Industries Edited by Franco Malerba, Professor of Industrial Economics and Director, KITes-CESPRI, Bocconi University, Italy and Nicholas S. Vonortas, Professor of Economics and International Affairs and Director, Center for International Science and Technology Policy, The George Washington University, US This informative book provides an extensive study in the fields of industry structure, firm strategy and public policy through the use of network concepts and indicators. It also elucidates many of the complexities and challenges involved. 2009 272 pp Hardback 978 1 84720 376 2 Regular Price $125.00 Web Price $112.50 March 2011 Paperback 978 1 84844 801 8 Regular Price ... 2/28/2011 12:55:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=611 About ICSB 2012 The 2012 ICSB Conference will take place over 10-13 June in Wellington, New Zealand’s compact, cosmopolitan and creative capital. The city has one of the highest ratios of cafes and eating establishments of any city in the world and it regularly features in the top ten best cities to visit in tourist guides. A city of galleries, museums, sculptures and filmmaking, it has been dubbed ‘the creative capital’ and has recently been named the coolest little capital in the world by Lonely Planet. New Zealand is renowned for its entrepreneurial spirit and spectacular beauty. Its firms have a history of punching above their weight – becoming world leaders ... 2/25/2011 12:45:13 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=610 EIASM Newsletter, February 2011EIASM 40 years young!In memoriam Professor Susan DouglasCIMA funds Performance Management related researchNews from MembersUpcoming EIASM Workshops and Conferences (first half of the year)EIASM Workshops and Conferences (second half of the year)EDEN Doctoral Seminars at EIASMEAA Annual Congress & Doctoral Colloquium 2011EARIE Annual Conference 2011EDAMBA ActivitiesEFA Annual Meeting & Doctoral Tutorial 2011EIBA Annual Conference & Doctoral Tutorials 2011EMAC ActivitiesEURAM Annual Conference, Doctoral Colloquium & Other ActivitiesEurOMA Annual Conference, Doctoral Seminar, Young Scholars Workshop & Other Activities 2011European Associations administered by EIASMContact EIASMEIASM 40 years young!Since its foundation in 1971, the European Institute for Advanced Studies in Management (EIASM) ... 2/24/2011 8:27:19 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=609 “Business Plan Contests: Where Are the Women?” is a question posed earlier this month in an article in Bloomberg Businessweek. Our first article looks a little deeper into this question and offers some implications for how we structure our entrepreneurship programs. A second question explored this month is how to prepare the growing number of non-business students who want to take entrepreneurship classes. We also will spotlight a program that combines social entrepreneurship with study abroad and a program to assist veterans seeking to become entrepreneurs.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to ... 2/24/2011 8:22:44 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=608 Dear Colleague,Re: New Website and Book on European Entrepreneurship Case Studies - FREE ACCESSI am currently leading an EU funded project which has written 30 new entrepreneurship case studies from 30 countries across Europe and they are available in 5 languages. All of the cases will be housed in a dedicated website which you can access for FREE (www.eecsrc.eu). The website is currently live but the cases and teaching notes will not be made available until March 30th.I am particularly interested in gathering any cases that have been written since 2008 (in English, Spanish, French, German or Italian) that you might ... 2/24/2011 8:19:07 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=607 Entrepreneurship in China Today & Where Does it Move in the Future –Keynote Address Given by Professor Garry BrutonSponsored by the Kauffman Foundation with scholarship support from theColeman FoundationApril 8-10, 2011Saint Louis UniversitySt. Louis, MOPlease make your plans to attend the 22nd Annual Gateway EntrepreneurshipResearch Conference at Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO, April 8-10,2011. The 2011 conference explores where China is today in terms ofentrepreneurship, how it got there, and what the future ofentrepreneurship may look like in the future in this important economiccompetitor. Participants from all fields of research and practice areinvited.Work will take place in small, like-minded groups ... 2/24/2011 8:17:25 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=606 SBANC NewsletterFebruary 22, 2011Issue 656 - 2011QUOTE"An invasion of armies can be resisted, but not an idea whose time has come."-Victor HugoFEATURE PAPERAn Empirical Investigation of the Inter-Relationships between Corporate Entrepreneurship Intensity, Entrepreneurial...Academic AbstractThe study explored the inter-relationship between the external and internal environment, entrepreneurial orientation (EO) within an organization, and structure and the impact of these on the performance of the organizations across India. Principal component analysis of corporate entrepreneurship intensity (CEI) resulted in factors different from the ones conceived of by Hornsby, et al (1992). The results indicated differing perceptions about EO and CEI from respondents with different educational background and ... 2/24/2011 8:15:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=605 The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB) 2011 Spring Webinar SeriesThank you for attending the European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB) Spring Webinar Series event; Title: Women Entrepreneurship: A reflection on the agenda Date: February 24, 2011 Speaker, Dr. Cristina Díaz García, Universidad de Castilla La Mancha (Spain) This webinar was recorded and is now available for playback HERE. You can also find this recording, in addition to other webinar recordings, at the ICSB website -http://www.icsb.org/webinar. On January 27, 2011, ECSB held it's first webinar for the Spring 2011 series titled 'Getting Published.' Professor Robert Blackburn from Kingston University London; Editor-in-chief, International Small Business Journal (ISBJ) was our speaker.On April 7, 2011, ECSB ... 2/18/2011 3:06:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=604 SME FINANCE: EU Parliament hits the nail on the head ESBA PRESS RELEASE Embargo: for immediate release 16 February 2011SME FINANCE: EU Parliament hits the nail on the head.The European Small Business Alliance congratulates the European Parliament on adopting by a large majority a motion for a resolution on improving SME finance. Access to finance is still one of the major obstacles faced by SMEs today. At the same time, finance is absolutely crucial to help the creation of SMEs and enable their growth. The motion which made its way through the Plenary today aptly highlights the core challenges regarding SME finance and ... 2/17/2011 3:41:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=603 SBANC NewsletterFebruary 15, 2011Issue 655 - 2011 QUOTE"An invasion of armies can be resisted, but not an idea whose time has come."-Victor Hugo FEATURE PAPER Exploring Pathways for Facilitating Entrepreneurship at UniversitiesThe following paper was written by Peter W. Moroz and Kevin Hindle from Deakin University, located in Austrailia, and Robert Anderson from University of Regina, located in Canada. The paper was presented at the USASBE 2010 Conference. Literature on entrepreneurial universities focuses on commercialization outcomes and 'exemplar' universities that with historical success, research excellence, munificence and geographic factors, mostly in the hard sciences. Entrepreneurial activities in the social sciences and humanities are under-researched. While ... 2/17/2011 3:37:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=602 From Knowledge to WisdomChina-USA Business Review, Chinese Business Review, USAInternational Standard Serial Numbers: ISSN1537-1514, ISSN1537-1506This is China-USA Business Review (ISSN1537-1514, USA) and Chinese Business Review (ISSN1537-1506, USA). Below is a brief introduction of our journal ( the attachment is the sample of our journal, please check it): DescriptionChina-USA Business Review and Chinese Business Review are international, scholarly and peer-reviewed journals (print and online) published monthly by David Publishing Company, USA which was founded in 2001. The Journal seeks to bridge and integrate the intellectual, methodological, and substantive diversity of economical scholarship, and to encourage a vigorous dialogue between economical scholars and ... 2/17/2011 3:30:57 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=601 Dear FriendsIt’s a pleasure to get in touch with you. Maybe you have received several messages about the XXI Latinamerican Congress an Entrepreneurship, from the organizing committee, but I want to be sure that all the people in my email directory have all the information and for that reason, I invite you to visit our web page www.icesi.edu.co/cdee/clee2011I appreciate the cooperation you provide us resending this message to your students, friends, colleagues and in general to all the people interested in entrepreneurship.I hope to meet your in Cali to share all the activities that the Congress will have in April 6, 7 ... 2/16/2011 12:50:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=600 SBANC NewsletterFebruary 8, 2011Issue 654 - 2011 QUOTE"To look backward for a while is to refresh the eye, to restore it, and to render it the more fit for its prime function of looking forward." -Margaret Fairless Barber FEATURE PAPER Promotional Strategy for Easy Meal Prep StoreThe following paper was written by Marcy Courier, James Lee, and Richard Stewart from University of Tampa. The paper was presented at the USASBE 2010 Conference. AbstractThis case involves a couple opening a "healthy" easy meal prep store. The industry is rapidly changing with many stores going out of business. A promotional strategy must be developed if their new ... 2/11/2011 2:19:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=599 Message from the DirectorWe hope that 2011 is off to a great beginning for all of you! This is the time of year when people, particularly women, make resolutions. As we all know, most of those fade away. But not all do. We'd love to hear about the best New Year's resolution you ever made. Send them to me and we'll share them on our website. If you need inspiration, check our blog from the November Conference "Education, Employment, Empowerment: The Global Prospects for Women. Here at The Center for Women's Leadership, our resolution is to continue making a difference in the lives ... 2/11/2011 2:10:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=598 SBANC NewsletterFebruary 1, 2011Issue 653 - 2011QUOTE"If you can find a path with no obstacles, it probably doesn't lead anywhere. "-Frank A. ClarkFEATURE PAPERA Study of the Antecedents to and Effects of Opportunity VariationThe following paper was written by Rodney R. D'Souza from Northern Kentucky University and Mark T. Schenkel from Belmont University. The paper was presented at the USASBE 2010 Conference.AbstractResearch suggests that focusing on how opportunities are identified is an important aspect toward understanding the creation of new ventures. However, despite the contributions of previous research, one under addressed question of interest revolves around the degree of opportunity novelty as ... 2/3/2011 2:29:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=597 I just got back from another successful USASBE (United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship) Conference. Three of our offerings this month come out of USASBE presentations or from hallway discussions with colleagues at this year’s meeting. First is an innovative approach to encourage more decorum and professional behavior in the classroom.The second is another approach to integrate business models into the curriculum. The third relates to a popular hallway topic for many of us this year at USASBE – online learning of entrepreneurship. Finally, we highlight a program looking to spur economic development through entrepreneurship.We welcome innovations and ideas ... 2/3/2011 2:28:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=596 Platforms Of InnovationDynamics of New Industrial Knowledge FlowsEdited by Philip Cooke, Centre for Advanced Studies, Cardiff University, Wales, Carla De Laurentis, Centre for Advanced Studies, Cardiff University, Wales, Stewart MacNeill, Birmingham University Business School, England and Chris Collinge, Birmingham University Business School, England, UK'This is a book of high interest for scholars, practitioners and policy-makers interested in innovation, knowledge flows and respective policies. A number of well-known authors investigate drivers of innovation, the dynamics of networks, and the role of platforms in both high- and low-tech sectors applying a framework of knowledge capability, knowledge phases and “worlds of production” amongst others. ... 2/3/2011 2:25:37 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=595 Historical Foundations Of Entrepreneurship ResearchEdited by Hans Landström, Professor in Business Administration, Institute of Economic Research / CIRCLE, Lund University, Sweden and Franz Lohrke, Brock Family Endowed Chair in Entrepreneurship and Chair, Department of Entrepreneurship, Management and Marketing, Brock School of Business, Samford University, US‘As a subject of intellectual endeavour, the field of entrepreneurship is booming. This new book presents a significant contribution to our understanding of entrepreneurship by demonstrating the relevance of historical perspectives. Hans Landström and Franz Lohrke have drawn together an influential group of authors who provide an impressive and highly readable series of chapters spanning the historical ... 2/3/2011 2:23:57 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=593 2010-11 3E Learning Competition Award Winners!presented at the USASBE 2011 Conference, January 15, 20111st Place - $500 - Team Challenge of Risk and Reward - James Green - University of Maryland2nd Place - $250 - Creative Problem Solving in the Global Market Context - Diana Hechavarria - University of Cincinnati3rd Place - $100 - The Dilbert Principle - Marcos Hashimoto - Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa, BrazilThanks to the sponsorship of the George Washington University’s Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence (CFEE), we had prizes this year of $500 for 1st place, $250 for 2nd place, and $100 for 3rd place to be awarded at the USASBE 2011 conference,http://usasbe.org/conference/2011/.After ... 2/2/2011 1:32:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=592 Thank you for attending the European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB) Spring Webinar Series event;Title: Getting PublishedDate: January 27, 2011SpeakerProfessor Robert BlackburnKingston University London; Editor-in-chief, International Small Business Journal (ISBJ)This webinar was recorded and is now available for playback HERE. You can also find this recording, in addition to other webinar recordings, at the ICSB website -http://www.icsb.org/webinarMore information about theInternational Small Business Journal (ISBJ) can be found here - http://www.uk.sagepub.com/journals/Journal201573Professor Robert Blackburn here - http://business.kingston.ac.uk/staff/prof-robert-blackburn** We look forward to seeing you at our next webinar on February 24, 2011 titled 'Female Entrepreneurship' with Professor Cristina Diaz. Early registration HERE. 2/2/2011 12:10:18 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=591 Welcome to Egypt! Signing of the MoU By Michael Battaglia, International Council for Small Business (ICSB) Middle East Council for Small Business & Entrepreneurship (MCSBE) President Amr Gohar welcomed guests to the affiliate’s annual conference with great enthusiasm. Mr. Gohar spoke of recent developments within MCSBE that have helped position the affiliate on a strong foundation for future growth. Over 250 people came to the Semiramis Hotel in dowtown Cairo on Monday January 24, 2011 for a day of learning, communication and development. Following Mr. Gohar’s opening was the signing ceremony which presented ICSB affiliates, International University Centers (pictured above) and Eyptian Universities to the Eyptian Excellences and Ministers. The Entrepreneurship Education Implementation ... 2/1/2011 2:34:57 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=590 Welcome to the January 2011 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.The new year started off strong with a successful USASBE Conference in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Next, we were off to Cairo for the MCSBE Annual Conference where we experienced an excellent turnout. In this newsletter you will find a brief summary of each conference, as well as ICSB 2011 Call for Papers Extension for all submitting authors. Also featured in the bulletin are related conference announcements, a book feature from one of our members and ... 1/30/2011 6:28:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=588 Mini Tracks – Calls for PapersExploring the Sources of InnovationDiversity and EntrepreneurshipInnovation in SME’sSocial EntrepreneurshipThe Convergence of ICT and InnovationInnovation in Theory and PracticeEntrepreneurship and EducationRead theauthor guidelinesCall for Papers: Mini Track on Exploring the Sources of InnovationTrack Co-Chairs:Professors Claire Auplat and Ann-Charlotte Teglborg, Advancia-Negocia Business School, Paris, FranceRecent research has come a long way since the early models of linear innovation developed at the end of the 1940s. However, in spite of an important literature analysing various forms and sources of innovation, there has until now not been an attempt to articulate very different empirical and theoretical approaches. This track proposes to do ... 1/26/2011 7:58:57 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=587 SBANC NewsletterJanuary 25, 2011Issue 652 - 2011QUOTE"Half the world is composed of people who have something to say and can't and the other half who have nothing to say and keep on saying it."-Robert FrostFEATURE PAPERReducing Tax Code Noncompliance: Ethical Perceptions Using the Theories of Rest and KohlbergThe following paper was written by Jeff Garmon and Jesse Mosgrove from Christopher Newport University. The paper was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute Conference.AbstractOur study proposes that only after one understands the influences in the decision making process concerning tax evasion participation, namely theories established by Rest (1983) and Kohlberg (1969) will reductions ... 1/26/2011 7:55:19 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=586 IFC's Women in Business (WIN) Program welcomes you to its twenty-fourth quarterly newsletter designed to keep businesswomen in touch with key events, relevant research and, most importantly, each other! We provide brief descriptions of news, events, and online resources that will involve, inspire and inform you. Wherever possible and appropriate, we provide a link for further detail.In this issue you will find news onIFC and World Bank Group activities, including a Global Roundtable on Board Diversity.Global newsincludes information on the recently held OECD-supported conference to promote Women’s Entrepreneurship in Arab Countries. This issue’sspotlightfalls on the Global Banking Alliance for Women which ... 1/26/2011 7:52:27 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=585 VISA SMALL BUSINESS Spend Insights 4Q 2010 REPORT | January 2011 Concerns of Small Businesses Visa® Small Business Spend Insights monitors the economic confidence of U.S. small business owners by analyzing both Visa spend data and responses to a quarterly survey. Small businesses and those serving them can benefit from the trends and insights obtained from Visa’s proprietary research. This report highlights Concerns of Small Businesses and assesses critical business drivers: Top-line Revenue, Profit and Loss and Cash Flow. Click here to view the complete report. Overview Indicators point to growing optimism among small business ownersSmall business owner confidence in revenue and profit increases appears to be on the rise. In fact, the number of respondents who expect ... 1/24/2011 6:12:37 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=584 Women Entrepreneurs And The Global Environment For GrowthA Research PerspectiveEdited by Candida G. Brush, Professor of Entrepreneurship and the Paul T. Babson Chair in Entrepreneurship, Babson College, US, Anne de Bruin, Professor of Economics, School of Economics and Finance, and Director, New Zealand Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Research Centre, Massey University, New Zealand, Elizabeth J. Gatewood, Director, National Science Foundation Partners for Innovation Program, Wake Forest University, US and Colette Henry, Norbrook Professor of Business and Enterprise, The Royal Veterinary College, University of London, UKWomen’s entrepreneurship research and the understanding of factors influencing the growth of women-owned business have advanced significantly ... 1/24/2011 11:42:45 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=583 EIASM, January 21, 2011Dear Colleague,We would like to remind you that the next edition of theEIASM WORKSHOP ON FAMILY FIRMS MANAGEMENT RESEARCHwill take place in Witten-Germany, May 27-29, 2011.The special theme of the workshop is:The challenge of family businesses to balance tradition and change.We invite you to submit abstracts for this event by7 February 2011 (midnight CET).We are delighted to present you our invited speakers:-Prof. Joseph H. AstrachanExecutive Director of the Cox Family Enterprise Center - Wachovia Eminent Scholar Chair of Family Business-Prof. Dr. Thomas ZellwegerCenter for Family Business at the University of St. GallenFor more details about this workshop CLICK HEREPlease ... 1/24/2011 11:40:49 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=582 SBANC NewsletterJanuary 18, 2011Issue 651 - 2011QUOTE"Far away in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them, and try to follow where they lead."-Louisa May AlcottFEATURE PAPERThe Failure to Obtain VC Financing in the Pre Start-Up Phase: Evidence from the Portugues ContextThe following paper was written by José Bilau from Polytechnic Institute of Beja and Eduardo Couto from Technical University of Lisbon. The paper was presented at the 2010 USASBE Conference.AbstractIn this paper we propose contributing to deepening the knowledge on access to venture capital concerning the ... 1/24/2011 11:38:03 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=581 January 15, 2011Opening Plenary Discussion & the Entrepreneurial NarrativeBy Michael Battaglia, The George Washington University This year’s conference began with an engaging plenary session that left many in the audience questioning their path to tenure and the publication process as we know it. Quite the leap for the first day! Dr. Jeff Cornwall, USASBE President, started the morning by welcoming delegates, introducing colleagues, and eventually turning over the floor to award presentations and the featured keynote. In his remarks, Dr. Cornwall stressed the importance of sustaining and growing the USASBE membership benefits package so that the organization can continue to grow and attract new members (goal to reach 1,000 member threshold). Membership benefits ... 1/15/2011 10:24:37 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=580 Welcome from the Executive DirectorHello Everyone,Welcome back to Winter Quarter.The New Year is off to a fast start and there is an entrepreneurial excitement in the air as students return to campus from the Holiday break. Chilly temperatures prevail, but the basketball Bearcats heated up 5/3 Arena as they defeated the Xavier Musketeers in the annual crosstown shootout.As you look over the Winter Quarter issue ofE-News & Views, students, alums, faculty, and local entrepreneurs continue to heat things up on the Entrepreneurship front both in the classroom and the community.Check out the upcoming Small Business Round table on January 19th, hosted by First ... 1/13/2011 11:12:41 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=579 SBANC NewsletterJanuary 11th, 2011Issue 650 - 2011QUOTE"You have to perform at a consistently higher level than others. That's the mark of a true professional."-Joe PaternoFEATURE PAPERSocial Lending Provides Capital When Commercial Lenders Won'tThe following paper was written by William A. Andrews at Stetson University. The paper was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute Conference.IntroductionFor almost a decade, I have directed our university's entrepreneurship program while being a member of three professional associations in related fields: venture capital, mergers and acquisitions, and managerial finance. I began to suspect a gap existed between our university's graduate entrepreneurship and business curriculum and the ... 1/13/2011 11:03:37 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=578 EIASM, January 11, 2011Dear Colleague,With this message, I would like to remind you ofthe submission deadlines for the following 3 workshops :1 - 2nd WORKSHOP ON IMAGINING BUSINESSThe subtitle of the workshop is "VISUALS & PERFORMATIVITY: RESEARCHING BEYOND TEXT"The workshop will take place in Segovia, Spain, May 19-20, 2011.The workshop web site is :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=747Submission deadline :January 15.2 - 26th Workshop on Strategic Human Resource ManagementA specific focus of this 26th Workshop will deal with Strategic HRM in the post crisis world.The workshop will take place for the first time in Iceland - Reykjavik, May 17-18, 2011.The workshop web site is :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=719Submission ... 1/13/2011 11:01:08 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=577 new Private Sector And Enterprise Development: Fostering Growth in the Middle East and North Africaby Lois Stevenson, Visiting Research Fellow, International Development Research Centre, Cairo, EgyptClick here to read the PDF flyer.‘Stevenson’s book provides a through review for a diverse and complex region with a practical guide for policy makers to respond to the high unemployment and low productivity challenges facing the 12 countries covered in the analysis. Moreover, Stevenson advocates how to encourage a missing entrepreneurial spirit that is crucial to expand the private sector role. Written in a smooth style, it is a must read for academics, students and policy makers to understand the dynamics of the private-public sector ... 1/10/2011 11:48:33 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=576 The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB) Spring Webinar SeriesTitle: Getting PublishedDate: January 27, 2011Time: 15:00 Central European TimeRegister Now at http://gettingpublished.eventbrite.com/!SpeakerProfessor Robert BlackburnKingston University London; Editor-in-chief, International Small Business Journal (ISBJ) http://business.kingston.ac.uk/staff/prof-robert-blackburnThis interactive webinar, supported by the International Council for Small Business (ICSB), is scheduled for 90 minutes. To verify time differences go to: http://www.worldtimeserver.com/meeting-planner.aspx----------------If you have never attended a Connect Pro meeting before:Test your connection:http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htmWatch this video for a quick overview: http://www.adobe.com/go/connectpro_overviewAdobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat and Acrobat Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.Please contact the ICSB International Office at icsb@gwu.edu for any technical ... 1/6/2011 4:05:18 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=575 Welcome to the December 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.Our final ICSB Bulletin for 2010 provides important information on the 2011-2012 ICSB nomination process, as well as timely conference updates for USASBE 2011, ICSB 2011 and more. We also send our deepest sympathies for the passing a Dr. Kai Yang. Kai was an integral member of the ICSB family for many years and will be dearly missed as both a friend and colleague. Looking into 2011, ICSB is anticipating a busy year. The calendar includes various ... 1/1/2011 12:35:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=574 EIASM Newsletter, December 2010Special Season's Wishes for you from EIASM!New Members of the EIASM Academic CouncilEIASM 2010: some facts and figuresThe 2010 José Veciana Award at RENT2nd Workshop on Imagining Business - submission deadline delayed!26th Workshop on Strategic Human Resource Management - for the first time in Iceland!3rd Workshop on Asian Management and EntrepreneurshipOther 2011 EIASM Workshops and ConferencesEDEN Doctoral SeminarsEAA Annual Congress & Doctoral Colloquium 2011EARIE Annual Conference 2011EDAMBA ActivitiesEFA Annual Meeting & Doctoral Tutorial 2011EIBA Annual Conference & Doctoral Tutorials 2011EMAC ActivitiesEURAM Annual Conference, Doctoral Colloquium & Other ActivitiesEurOMA Annual Conference, Doctoral Seminar, Young Scholars Workshop & Other Activities ... 1/1/2011 12:28:51 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=573 We hope that this communication finds you not only continuing your good work in the research, education policy or practice of women's enterprise development, but reflecting on your accomplishments of the year and taking time out for family and friends this holiday season. Here are just a few more items to reflect upon.Come to StockholmThe abstract submission process is open (until 15 January), and conference registration will open next month, so there's no time like the present to make your plans to attend the International Council for Small Business' 2011 World Conference in Stockholm, Sweden.The conference will be held at a ... 1/1/2011 12:22:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=572 To Members of the ICSB and ICSB-ROC,I was deeply saddened by the news this week of the death of a good friend and colleague, and your President, Dr Kai Yang. Since I first joined the ICSB Board as an affiliate President, I got to know Kai personally and was pleased to enjoy his company socially as well as professionally I will miss him.As President of ICSB, I would like to offer condolences on behalf of the entire ICSB Board. We will all miss him as I know you will. Kai’s role in contributing to the formation of the ICSB affiliate in Taiwan is ... 12/19/2010 12:47:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=571 Knowledge Intensive EntrepreneurshipThe Birth, Growth and Demise of Entrepreneurial FirmsFrédéric Delmar, Professor, EMLYON Business School, France and Research Institute of Industrial Economics, Sweden and Karl Wennberg, Stockholm School of Economics, Sweden‘In this important monograph on entrepreneurship in the technology-intensive industries in Sweden between 1989 and 2002, Delmar and Wennberg adopt an evolutionary view. Their multi-level analysis of firm entry, exit, and growth gives empirical content to their imaginative and eclectic blend of industrial economics, organizational ecology, organization theory, and labor market economics. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in the forces affecting entrepreneurs in the technologically dynamic sectors of ... 12/18/2010 9:14:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=570 The Liaison Newsletter, December 2010,Volume 21, Issue 4 is now online!Newsletter HighlightsFinal greetings from the President,Jeffrey Cornwall, p.1Updates on Hilton HeadUSASBE 2011 Conference, p.2List of colleges and universities that made in the list of"Top Programs" by Entrepreneur.com, p.5ICSB 2011 World Conference inStockholm, Sweden, p.6Whitman School Conference onEntrepreneurship in Africa, p.7The Entrepreur of the Year honored by theWestern Connecticut State University, p.9READTHE LIAISON AThttp://usasbe.org/about/newsletter/2010Winter.pdfLIAISON is published quarterly by the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship.The Fall edition (Volume 22, Number 1) will be published on March 1, 2011. The deadline for submission of information for this edition is February 10, ... 12/18/2010 9:12:16 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=569 This month we focus again on business models. First we present two classes that are built on teaching business modeling – one at the graduate level and one at the undergraduate level. We also highlight a new competition that focuses specifically on student business model presentations.The final offering this month provides an overview of a set of programs designed to build entrepreneurship awareness among students.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share with your colleagues around the globe. Just send them along to me at jeff.cornwall@belmont.eduGraduate Class Teaching Business ModelingIn a recent post ... 12/18/2010 9:09:07 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=568 E-News & Views December2010Happy Holidays from the Center for Entrepreneurship Education & ResearchIn This IssueWelcome from Executive DirectorUC Alum Honored as Great Living CincinnatianUC Alum Speaks on Ohio EconomyUC Team Named Top Three FinalistGlobal Entrepreneurship WeekAward for Entrepreneurial Excellence2011 Spirit of Enterprise CompetitionGuest Speaker Jake SassevillePhD Student Named FinalistNetwork NotesSmall Business RoundtableUC Alums Help Create World's Best Water!Bad Girl VenturesInnovation Grants to Spur Economic ActivityThe Brandery Graduates Six CompaniesGCVAMiss A Past Issue ofE-News & Views?Click HereUpcoming EventsUC Spirit of Enterprise CompetitionFebruary 24 & 25, 2011Annual Entrepreneurship Center BanquetThursday,May 12, 2011________________E-CenterBoard of AdvisorsChairman:Chris NawalaniecStedman Machine Co.Brandee Krabill AndersonFreelance Marketing Research ConsultantL. Stephen BoordNeyer Holdings ... 12/18/2010 9:05:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=567 SBANC NewsletterDecember 14, 2010Issue 649 - 2010QUOTE"A business that makes nothing but money is a poor business."-Henry FordFEATURE PAPERMusic Entrepreneur: Skills to Nourish the Creative LifeThe following paper was written by Catherine Fitterman Radbill from New York University. The paper was presented at the 2010 United States Association of Small Business.Academic AbstractMusic colleges graduate thousands of outstanding pianists, singers, instrumentalists, percussionists, and composers each year. However, the harsh realities of life in the arts make success difficult to sustain. Musicians possess many of the traits associated with successful entrepreneurs, and are natural candidates for entrepreneurship education. Why haven't traditional music schools moved ... 12/18/2010 9:02:02 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=566 Historical Foundations Of Entrepreneurship ResearchEdited by Hans Landström, Professor in Business Administration, Institute of Economic Research / CIRCLE, Lund University, Sweden and Franz Lohrke, Brock Family Endowed Chair in Entrepreneurship and Chair, Department of Entrepreneurship, Management and Marketing, Brock School of Business, Samford University, US‘Landström and Lohrke’s edited collection is an important and timely contribution to the literature on entrepreneurship research. Prior history-orientated titles mainly provide a “nice-to-know” orientation into the developments and landmarks in the history of scholarly conceptualization of entrepreneurial phenomena. This volume, however, also provides very useful accounts of relatively more recent disciplinary and contextual origins and developments ... 12/13/2010 1:47:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=565 SBANC NewsletterDecember 7, 2010Issue648 - 2010QUOTE"All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better."-Ralph Waldo EmersonFEATURE PAPERFuture of Daedok Innopolis as a Global Science City in Northeast AsiaThe following paper was written by Sang-Chul Park, a professor at the Graduate School of Knowledge Based Technology and Energy at Korea Polytechnic University. The paper was presented at the 2010 International Council for Small Business Conference.IntroductionRegarding the statistics of the International Association of Science Parks (IASP) in 2009, there are over 1,500 science parks in the world. Among these, over 70% ofscience parks are operating in advanced industrialized nations. In ... 12/13/2010 1:45:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=564 USASBE 2011 is less thana month away!Dear Colleague,The 2011 USASBE Annual Meeting is less than a month away. It should be a very special four days in South Carolina. If you have not yet registered for the conference hotel, I would encourage you to do so as soon as possible. Our conference rate was only guaranteed through December 20, and rooms are going fast. Hotel room booking information can be found at http://usasbe.org/conference/2011/hotel.aspWhat most excites me about USASBE is the forum it provides for excellence. It serves as the nexus for great research ideas, best practices in entrepreneurship education, and leading edge ... 12/13/2010 1:43:21 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=563 This month we focus on entrepreneurship competitions. We highlight three models that offer a variety of competitions that differ from the typical business plan competition, including a multi-university business plan competition, a cross-campus business concept competition, and a competition that is based as much on values as on financial outcomes. Finally, the organizers of the multi-school John Pappajohn Business Plan Competition share lessons they have learned from their very successful program. We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you ... 12/13/2010 1:41:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=562 Greetings from the ICSB Immediate Past President, Annette St-OngeOne of my roles as past president is the chairing of the Nominating Committee for the next slate of officers. We have made the nominating process as transparent as possible. We ask that all who believe they can serve ICSB, do so by serving on the Board of Directors. If you have the experience and will, I invite you to review the survey and submit a name for the 2011-2012 slate of officers.If you have any questions, please contact me (astonge@ns.sympatico.ca) or the International Office (icsb@gwu.edu - tel +1-202-994-0704).Please click here to Submit an Online ... 12/12/2010 9:38:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=561 Welcome to the November 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. Between November 15th and 19th, over 100 countries participated in 40,000 events involving over 10 million people during Global Entrepreneurship Week 2010. In this newsletter, you can find information on the events that were held all around the world. You can also find the call for abstracts for the 2011 ICSB World Conference, an RFP to host the 2014 conference as well as news and information from our affiliates. Please remember to visit www.icsb.org during the month of December ... 11/30/2010 10:16:45 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=560 Dear Idea generator, please visit SIESclinic (www.siesclinic.org) and register only once. We have added information onEcells, Business Incubators, Entrepreneurship Development Institutes, Venture Funding, Business Plan template, List of International peer reviewed Journals in the area of entrepreneurship and Innovation, list of top leading Institutions in Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Family Business and Strategy area, Leaders speak, Successful startups (manufacturing/ services), Innovative practices (manufacturing / services), a download section etc. This adventure brings in support from leading global experts in the domain area intends to foster and deepen roots of entrepreneurship”Dr M Joshi, Co-Founder SIESclinicPhD(Innovation), CharteredEr(Mech)Regional Editor: IJ of Entrepreneurship & Innovation, J of ... 11/28/2010 11:24:39 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=559 866.576.5222Ext. 4PublicRelations@NPRChamber.orgwww.NPRChamber.orgwww.NPRChamberBlog.org"Supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and economicfreedomforPuerto Ricans, Hispanics, Women, and other minorities."You are receiving this message because you or someone you know thought it would be of interest to you. If you feel as though you have received it in error, please click the appropriate removal button below. Although we are in support if its overall mission, we are in no way affiliated with the National Puerto Rican Coalition.Despite 17%+ Unemployment, Puerto Rico Seeks Labor Elsewhere: WhyLegislators Everywhere Should Avoid the "Quick Fix" and Find Real SolutionsBy: Marshall Kirby, Public Policy AnalystWith contributions by: Justin Velez-Hagan, National Executive DirectorNovember 23 2010, Washington, D.C. – ... 11/23/2010 10:08:12 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=558 Message from the DirectorRoger Babson's LegacyThe celebration of the Center for Women's Leadership's first decade is an opportunity to go back more than seven decades and recognize a little-known fact about Roger Babson.In the mid-1920s, not long after the College's founding, Roger Babson approached the board of trustees with a proposal to admit women to Babson College. Why? He had a daughter, Edith. He wanted her, and women like her, to be good stewards of their assets, to have a firm understanding of how business worked, and to know how to invest wisely. Read more >>Stop Talking. Start Acting!On November 6, CWL ... 11/21/2010 6:46:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=557 Innovation and Knowledge ManagementPlease find information on our new titles on Innovation and Knowledge Management below.The Theory And Practice Of Innovation PolicyAn International Research HandbookEdited by Ruud E. Smits, Utrecht University, The Netherlands, Stefan Kuhlmann, University of Twente, The Netherlands and Philip Shapira, University of Manchester, UK and Georgia Institute of Technology, US‘This Handbook is a most helpful guide both for scholars and for experts in charge of innovation policy. It takes a systemic approach, recognising the importance of learning processes including policy learning. It documents the close interaction between analytical work on innovation and the formulation and implementation of innovation ... 11/21/2010 6:40:09 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=556 As part of ECSB’s ongoing efforts to deliver additional benefits to its Members, for the first time ever we are bringing to you forFREE the Keynote Speeches from this year’s RENT Conference (17-20 November) LIVEon the internet. This initiative has been made possible through collaboration withMaastricht University School of Business and Economicswho are the hosts of this year’s conference and whose media expertise we are utilising.Can I therefore invite you to join us for one or more of the sessions by connecting to the relevant link provided below. We wish you happy viewing.Best regards,Thomas CooneyPresident – ECSBDate: Thursday, November 18, 2010Time: 8:25 AM ... 11/18/2010 5:43:38 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=555 President Obama Proclaims Entrepreneurs’ Day During GEW/USAUS President Barack Obama sends a strong signal in support of the entrepreneurs who power the economy – proclaiming November 19 as National Entrepreneurs’ Day in conjunction with Global Entrepreneurship Week.[read more]Brazil Takes It To Scale… Again, but Uncertainty Ahead with New President[read more]Canada Celebrates Start of GEW on Parliament Hill, Toronto[read more]Success Stories and More in Ecuador[read more]Croatian Students Commend GEW[read more]Minister Launches GEW / Zambia[read more]Planes, Trains and Automobiles[read more]Sweden’s Good Morning 2020[read more]Entrepreneurs to Secure El Salvador’s Future[read more]GEW More Than Seven Days in Oman[read more]Business Help for Top Innovators on the ... 11/17/2010 7:50:45 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=554 GEW 2010 Launches Around the WorldWith 104 countries launching their Global Entrepreneurship Week campaigns in the past week, it is quite a challenge to keep up with the onslaught of great events happening worldwide. Luckily, we’ve scoured the globe to provide a glimpse into the variety of ways in which countries around the world marked the start of the Week –these are just a few.[read more]World Leaders Supporting Global Entrepreneurship Week[read more]Sir Richard Branson Backs GEW[read more]Jordan’s Renaissance[read more]GEW Harnesses the Power of Social Networks[read more]Raising Cultural Capital in Turkey: A Message for Prime Minister Erdogan[read more]Startup Weekend, Battle in Full ... 11/17/2010 7:49:26 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=553 Global Entrepreneurship Fires Up Across the GlobeGEW president Jonathan Ortmans looks ahead as Global Entrepreneurship Week gets under way a week early in several countries to accommodate the Muslim holiday, Eid al–Adha.[read more]President Obama Visits Indonesia on Eve of Schramm Launch of GEW 2010President Obama’s current visit to Indonesia is timely – leading directly into Global Entrepreneurship Week and related efforts under the direction of the Universitas Ciputra Entrepreneurship Center.[read more]GEW Launches Early in Select CountriesLaunch events in Turkey, Malaysia and Tunisia highlight the early activities as Global Entrepreneurship Week comes to life.[read more]Finalists Named for Your Big YearTwenty-four finalists from ... 11/17/2010 7:47:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=552 International Research Handbook On Successful Women EntrepreneursEdited by Sandra L. Fielden, Senior Lecturer in Organisational Psychology and Co-Director, Centre for Equality and Diversity at Work, Manchester Business School, University of Manchester, UK and Marilyn J. Davidson, Professor of Work Psychology and Co-Director, Centre for Equality and Diversity at Work, Manchester Business School, University of Manchester, UK‘This collection on successful women entrepreneurs is timely. Entrepreneurship and small business creation and management are vital to tackle the current worldwide economic recession. Various stakeholders – policy-makers, academics, budding entrepreneurs – will find this book of interest. A number of country-level initiatives that serve to ... 11/17/2010 7:41:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=551 SBANC NewsletterNovember 16, 2010Issue 645 - 2010QUOTE"An ice cream cone can solve any problem- even if it's only for a few minutes."-AnonymousFEATURE PAPERChilly Dilly's Ice Cream Company: Building A Brand NameThe following paper was written by Jay Azriel from York College of Pennsylvania. It was presented at the 2010 United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship.AbstractChilly Dilly's Ice Cream Company: Building a Brand Name is a case about a young entrepreneur whose dream is to build a regional ice cream empire much like last century's Good Humor brand. Dylan is faced with trying to grow his business in one of the ... 11/17/2010 7:38:28 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=550 SBANC NewsletterNovember 9, 2010Issue644 - 2010QUOTE"Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal."-Henry FordFEATURE PAPERA Strategy for Family Business Succession PlanningThe following paper was written by Don Bradley and Lance Burroughs of University of Central Arkansas. It was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute.AbstractThe research data contained in the paper deals with family business succession and could prove beneficial to any business owner or manager dealing with succession planning whether or not it is a family business.The first pressing issue is that businesses do not have succession plans in place. This could be ... 11/17/2010 7:35:05 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=549 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS ICSB2011 - Online Submission is Now Open!On behalf of the ICSB 2011 Organizing Committee,we arevery excited to invite you join us in beautiful Stockholm, Sweden, for the 56th Anniversary ICSB World Conference.We invite you to submit your paper, poster orworkshop proposals to be presented during the conference. The on-line submission is now open at www.icsb2011.org. We look forward to your submission!Theme: Back to the Future – Changes in Perspectives of Global Entrepreneurship and InnovationDate: 15-18 June 2011Venue: Stockholm WaterfrontKey dates:15 February, 2011– Extended abstract submission deadline15 March, 2011– Notification of acceptance18 April, 2011– Submission of full paper or workshop summary for proceedings are ... 11/16/2010 3:02:38 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=548 We invite you to submit a paper/abstract to The SPRING 5th International Conference on Knowledge Generation, Communication and Management: KGCM 2011 (www.2011iiisconferences.org/kgcma), to be held in Orlando, Florida, USA, on March 27th - 30th, 2011 ~ Orlando, Florida USA.The deadlines for SPRING KGCM 2011 are the following (Check the web site for possible extensions or new set of deadlines):Papers/Abstracts Submission and Invited Session Proposals: December 17th, 2010Authors Notifications: February 7th, 2011Camera-ready, full papers: February 22nd, 2011Technical keynote speakers will be selected from early submissions because this selection requires an additional evaluation according to the quality of the paper, assessed by its ... 11/14/2010 8:20:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=547 Concerns of Small Businesses Visa® Small Business Spend Insights monitors the economic confidence of U.S. small business owners by analyzing both Visa spend data and responses to a quarterly survey. Small businesses and those serving them can benefit from the trends and insights obtained from Visa’s proprietary research. This report highlights Concerns of Small Businesses and assesses critical business drivers: Top-line Revenue, Profit and Loss and Cash Flow. Third quarter's small business survey results indicate: -Macroeconomic concerns continue to limit small business prospects. - Small business owners have declining concerns about costs of doing business. - Small business owners continue their head-strong determination to find cash flow solutions. - Opportunity lies ahead for ... 11/12/2010 3:31:36 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=546 To: International Council for Small Business (ICSB) Affiliates and Secretariats From: Professor Robert Anderson Ph.D., CMA, Senior Vice President for Programs International Council for Small Business Subject: Call for Proposals to host the 2014 World ConferenceDue: 4 January 2011 ? 5 p.m. Eastern Standard Time On behalf of the ICSB Board of Directors I am pleased to send you this Request for Proposals to host the 2014 ICSB World Conference. The ICSB World Conference schedule is set through 2013: 2006 Melbourne, Australia – SEAANZ 2007 Turku, Finland – ECSB 2008 Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada – CCSBE/CCPME 2009 Seoul, South Korea – KOSBI 2010 Ohio, USA – USABE 2011 Stockholm, Sweden ... 11/11/2010 3:07:33 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=545 As part of ECSB’s ongoing efforts to deliver additional benefits to its Members, for the first time ever we are bringing to you for FREE the Keynote Speeches from this year’s RENT Conference (17-20 November) LIVEon the internet. This initiative has been made possible through collaboration with Maastricht University School of Business and Economics who are the hosts of this year’s conference and whose media expertise we are utilising.Can I therefore invite you to join us for one or more of the sessions by connecting to the relevant link provided below. We wish you happy viewing.Best regards,Thomas CooneyPresident – ECSBDate: Thursday, November 18, 2010Time: 8:25 AM ... 11/11/2010 1:21:18 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=544 Doing Business 2011: Making a Difference for EntrepreneursPress Release No: 2011/167/IFCIn Washington, D.C.:Nadine GhannamPhone:+1 (202) 473-3011E-mail: nsghannam@ifc.orgWashington, D.C., November 4, 2010 — In the past year, governments in 117 economies carried out 216 regulatory reforms aimed at making it easier to start and operate a business, strengthening transparency and property rights, and improving the efficiency of commercial dispute resolution and bankruptcy procedures.This is a finding of Doing Business 2011: Making a Difference for Entrepreneurs, the eighth in a series of annual reports published by IFC and the World Bank. The reportranks 183 economies on key aspects of business regulation for domestic firms.Globally, doing business remains easiest ... 11/9/2010 11:22:11 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=543 Movers & Changers Finalists to Ring NYSE BellNYSE Euronext is again partnering with mtvU to host the Movers and Changers Forum during Global Entrepreneurship Week. CNBC’s Jim Cramer will moderate the event and webcast, featuring leading entrepreneurs speaking about their road to success.[read more]Students to Unleash Ideas for Increasing Number of Young EntrepreneursUniversity students worldwide are coming up with new ideas on how to increase the number and impact of young entrepreneurs in their country – with a trip to Stockholm and a chance to present their idea at Startup Day on the line.[read more]Israeli PM Announces Participation, Support for GEWPrime ... 11/4/2010 7:33:34 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=542 I just returned from the 2010 Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers meeting held this year at Penn State University. The GCEC is a conference that always inspires me to keep improving my classes and developing our Center’s programs. The innovation that is taking place in Entrepreneurship Centers around the world is truly amazing.This month our first three articles focus on interesting classroom innovations that were presented at GCEC. The first is a class that takes the use of comic strips to the extreme. The second is work that is being done to develop innovative entrepreneurial capstone courses. The third is a ... 11/4/2010 7:30:38 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=541 SBANC NewsletterNovember 2, 2010Issue 643 - 2010QUOTE"Keep steadily before you the fact that all true success depends at last upon yourself."-Theodore T. HungerFEATURE PAPERRisk-Based New Venture Valuation TechniqueThe following paper was written by Whittington P. Vara from University of Florida It was presented at the 2010 United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship.AbstractNew ventures that lack a financial history and have a future that is not only unknown, but may be unknowable pose unique problems to the investment community. Since conventional valuation techniques do not work in these cases, entrepreneurs and investors resort to techniques that rely more on art than finance. ... 11/4/2010 7:26:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=540 REGISTER TODAY!Early bird rateshave been extended until November 16!www.USASBE.org/conference/2011Looking Back: 25 YEARS OF USASBEThis year, USASBE celebrates its 25thAnnual ConferenceatHilton Head Island, South Carolina from January 13 to 16, 2011. This week, we are taking a look back over the past 25 years of conferences and highlighting a few of our many milestones.DID YOU KNOW?1981In 1981, the United States affiliate was founded and was named the U.S. Affiliate of the ICSB.The first president of the U.S. affiliate was Gerald Hills, who was a member of the faculty at the University of Tennessee (Knoxville). At the same time,Gerald Hillswas also the President of the ICSB. He ... 11/4/2010 4:56:29 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=539 Welcome to the October 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.Coming in November are some exciting events including Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) 2010. This year, over 100 countries are participating in some 40,000 events. In this issue you can find the latest information on GEW, as well as information on our ICSB Exchange Blog, the upcoming USASBE 2011 conference and many paper submission opportunities for our members to take advantage of. Also available is the results from VISA's Small Business Cash Management survey.Please remember to visit www.icsb.org during ... 10/31/2010 7:23:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=538 ESBA Bulletin 29 October- Volume 12 - Number 18IN THIS ISSUEHEADLINEPUBLICATIONSCONSULTATIONSHEADLINEEU/Late Payments: European Parliament approves rules on Late PaymentsOn 20 October, Members of the European Parliament gave a strong backing to the Recast of the Late Payments Directive, establishing a general payment deadline for public authorities and businesses at 30 days. Business-to-business payments may be prolonged beyond 60 days provided that the creditor expressly agrees and the conditions are not 'grossly unfair' to him. The version adopted by the European Parliament was a compromise agreement previously negotiated in the 'trialogue' meetings, making adoption in the Council virtually a formality. In general, ... 10/29/2010 12:50:56 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=537 REGISTER TODAY!Early bird rates have been extended until November 16!www.USASBE.org/conference/2011USASBE 2011 Pre-Conference SessionsWe are pleased to announce a number of pre-conference sessions,which will take place on Thursday, January 13, 2011.You can register for pre-conference sessions as part of the online conference registration process.Click here for Conference registration information.Assessing Entrepreneurship Programs:A Continued Dialog on How to Push the EnvelopeDuring this workshop we will hear from entrepreneurship faculty members who have taken steps toestablish quality assessment practices in their programs. We will examine two novel measurement approaches that can be applied to the key components of an entrepreneurship program at any college or ... 10/28/2010 4:29:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=536 Education, Employment, Empowerment: The Global Prospects for WomenA day of connecting, collaborating, and actingA conference jointly hosted by The Center for Women’s Leadership at Babson College and AAUW-MassachusettsThank you to our wonderful sponsors!Platinum: Pax World InvestmentsGold: AT&TSilver: Wellesley College, Goldman Sachs;Bronze: Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge, Bay Path College, AAUW North BranchValued Friends: Patricia Ho, Care USA, Dr. Nicholas Senzamici, FUEL, Mount Holyoke College, Worcester Poylytechnic InstituteSaturday, November 6, 20108:30 a.m.–5 p.m.Babson Executive Conference CenterPlease click here to register for the conference. 10/28/2010 12:23:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=535 EIASM Newsletter, October 2010The 2010 EIASM Academic Council meeting at Aston, BirminghamOn 20 and 21 September the Institute held its 2010 Academic Council meeting in Aston. Invited speakers to the event were Professor John Saunders ( Aston University Business School and Audencia, Nantes) and Professor Steve Fuller ( Warwick University). Both presentations raised very interesting points and led to in-depth discussions.John Saunders gave his views on the globalisation of business research. He demonstrated on the bases of an analysis of "Marketing" publications the new developments and trends that can be observed with regards to the country of origin of the authors, the country ... 10/28/2010 12:10:44 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=534 SBANC NewsletterOctober 26, 2010Issue 642 - 2010QUOTE"Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life. Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement."-Foster C. McclellanFEATURE PAPERThe State of Entrepreneurship In Eastern Europe Overcoming the Challenges of International AnalysisThe following paper was written by Dianne Welsh from University of North Carolina-Greensboro and Barbara Weiss from University of Tampa. It was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute.AbstractThis installment of entrepreneurship and risk-taking capitalism in Eastern Europe updates the macro-political, economic, and societal conditions in the ... 10/28/2010 8:45:57 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=533 Innovation Strategies For A Global EconomyGault, F....For decades, many in the indicators community have looked to Fred Gault for new ideas and organizing principles. Gault continues to play this informative and inspiring role in his new ...October 2010Hardback232 pp978 1 84980 036 5Regular Price:$110.00Web Price:$99.00Building National And Regional Innovation SystemsNiosi, J....The era of the Washington consensus, where the basic advice to developing countries was simply to let markets emerge and not to interfere with their operations, now is gone, at ...October 2010Hardback264 pp978 1 84980 254 3Regular Price:$110.00Web Price:$99.00Promoting New Telecom InfrastructuresFalch, M. Markendahl, J....Promoting New Telecom Infrastructures examines how current ... 10/28/2010 8:43:11 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=532 GEW Launch Events Add to Global AnticipationAs Global Entrepreneurship Week gets ever-closer, the momentum for the campaign is now building quickly. The past month alone has seen a flurry of official launch events around the world announcing local plans and highlights.[read more]Your Big Year Finalists to Compete During GEW for Trip Around the WorldThe 24 finalists for Your Big Year -- recently announced at the Shanghai World Expo – will travel to Liverpool to compete in a series of challenges during Global Entrepreneurship Week for the grand prize of an all-expenses-paid trip around the world.[read more]Chinese Leaders Visit GEW Global in ... 10/28/2010 8:40:07 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=531 Email not displaying correcWeekend Warriors to Do Battle During GEWStartup Weekend is taking its normally competitive edge to an entirely new level during this year’s Global Entrepreneurship Week by hosting a full-scale, no holds barred “Global Startup Battle.”[read more]GEW/UK to Challenge Stereotypes, Shatter MythsOver half of all young people (16-24) in the UK want to start a business, yet only 1 in 20 actually do – precisely why Enterprise UK is challenging a different myth surrounding entrepreneurship on each day of Global Entrepreneurship Week / UK.[read more]South Korea and What GEW Does BestOn a trip to South Korea for the buildup ... 10/27/2010 6:50:01 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=530 Global SME themes in the Australasian Context: A SEAANZ Research SymposiumClick here to view the complete conference scheduleDate: November 25, 2010Place: Victoria University, MelbourneKeynote presenterDr. Gerard McElwee is currently Professor of Entrepreneurship at Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University, UK where he teaches, Entrepreneurship and Research Methods. Gerard is the Editor of The International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Innovation(http://www.ippublishing.com/ei.htm) which he launched in 2000. He sits on numerous Editorial Boards in the area of Entrepreneurship. He developed an interest in entrepreneurship in the rural area after carrying out research and consultancy work with small rural businesses and farmers. He has over 50 refereed publications and has published extensively ... 10/26/2010 2:28:54 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=529 Call for paperJournal of Small Business ManagementSpecial issue on Small business and networked innovation: organizational and managerial challengesGuest Editors: Massimo G. Colombo*, Keld Laursen**, Mats Magnusson***, Cristina Rossi Lamastra**Department of Management, Economics, and Industrial Engineering, Politecnico di Milano**Department of Innovation and Organizational Economics, Copenhagen Business School***School of Industrial Engineering and Management, Royal Institute of Technology (KTH)Important dates:Paper submission: December 31st 2010First round of reviews: April 30th 2011Submission of revised papers: August 31st 2011Second round of reviews: November 30th 2011Expected delivery to JSBM: February 2012Background and objectives of the special issueIt is well known that Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are, in general, ... 10/21/2010 2:12:29 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=528 Submission deadline extended to October 31st ! . . . USASBE Global Entrepreneurship Education Awardhttp://usasbe.org/conference/2011/Consistent with the organization’s overall mission, the purpose of the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE). Entrepreneurship Education National Awards is to identify, recognize, celebrate and publicize excellence in entrepreneurship education in all forms and at all levels. Given foreign (non-US) programs constitute a growing portion of USASBE membership and increasingly influence our entrepreneurial pedagogy USASBE established the Global Entrepreneurship Education Award in 2010 to recognize the important contributions of non USA-based programs. Specifically, it seeks to recognize excellence in one or more of the following areas:Contribution ... 10/21/2010 2:00:27 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=527 Elephants in the Room! Posted on October 20, 2010 by: G. Dale Meyer, Ph.D.USASBEAffiliateDistinguished Professor Emeritus at the University of Colorado-Boulder Senior Chairman, Western Partners Worldwide Foundation Email: gdalemeyer@gmail.com*Originally prepared for the Journal of Small Business Management (JSBM) Special Edition 49.1. Article adapted to fit the style of this blog and represents ICSB’s new mission to provide more synergy with the journal through outlets where our members can actively discuss JSBM content. You can find the complete JSBM article here –http://www.icsb.org/assets/reinventionofacademicentrepreneurship.pdf. In the heat of the long “battle” advocating the legitimacy of academic entrepreneurship, few, if any, of we early advocates predicted the great swarm of colleges and universities that now embrace ... 10/20/2010 5:11:38 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=526 The Economics Of AbundanceSheehan, B....Brendan Sheehan addresses the challenge posed by J.K. Galbraith over 50 years ago to make a constructive contribution to a different style of economic analysis – the economics of abundance. He ...October 2010 Hardback224 pp978 1 84376 670 4Regular Price:$110.00Web Price:$99.00Entrepreneurship And Public PolicySmallbone, D....This book brings together a comprehensive collection of both classic and recent articles covering a broad terrain of knowledge about the scope of small business and entrepreneurship policy and adeptly ...October 2010Hardback1,008 pp978 1 84542 117 5Regular Price:$495.00Web Price:$445.50The Development Of University-Based Entrepreneurship EcosystemsFetters, M.L. Greene, P. Rice, M.P. Butler, J.S....Entrepreneurship and innovation ... 10/18/2010 7:44:38 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=525 Attention Future Leaders and Scholars in EntrepreneurshipDon't Miss the4th Annual USASBE Doctoral Colloquium Hilton Head, SCThursday January 13, 2011Don’t delay a very limited number of slots are remaining. Sign up today and qualify for a scholarship covering the cost of the colloquium, the full USASBE conference and some support for housing costs.Deadline October 24, 2010.Don’t miss this opportunity for career enhancement and networking with today’s entrepreneurship education senior scholars and leaders and tomorrow’s promising researchers, scholars and educators in the entrepreneurship.Apply for a Doctoral Colloquium Scholarship Today!See the Doctoral Colloquium ProgramSee selection criteria for what is needed to qualify for acceptance ... 10/18/2010 7:39:25 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=524 EIASM, October 14, 2010Dear Colleague,We would like to invite you to the 6TH WORKSHOP ON INTERPRETIVE CONSUMER RESEARCH that will take place on 6-7 May 2011 in Odense, Denmark.The event is hosted by the University of Southern Denmark.Call for papers: Next year marks the 10th anniversary of the biennial EIASM Interpretive Consumer Research workshop. The workshop attracts scholars mainly, but not exclusively, from Europe. We are interested in examining the symbolic, socio-cultural, historical, ideological and experiential aspects of consumption and we draw our theoretical inspiration from a wide variety of research traditions from the social sciences, arts and humanities.A key feature of the workshop ... 10/18/2010 7:37:01 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=523 SBANC NewsletterOctober 12, 2010Issue 640 - 2010QUOTE"Life is not measured by the number of breathes we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.."-AnonymousFEATURE PAPEREvaluating the Impact of Federal Legislation on Small Businesses: An Exploratory Study of the New Minimum Wage Rate andThe following paper was written by Kirk Heriot, Teresa Lang and Neal Thomson from Columbus State University. It was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute National Conference.AbstractThis research provides a discursive assessment of the impact of the federal legislation with regard to minimum wage and the proposed health insurance surcharge on small businesses with $250,000 in labor costs ... 10/18/2010 7:34:26 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=522 CALL FOR PAPERS2nd International Conference on Small Business and EntrepreneurshipDate: 24 – 27 February, 2011Place: Nicosia, CyprusHosted By: Eastern Mediterranean UniversitySupported By: The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB)Abstract Submission deadline: 17 October 2010http://www.emu.edu.tr/sbconfDear Fellow Academics,The Organizing Committee for the “2nd International Conference on Small Business and Entrepreneurship” invites you to submit abstracts.The conference will take place betweenFebruary 24 – 27, 2011 at the Golden Tulip Nicosia Hotel, Nicosia, Cyprus and will be jointly organised by the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB), and the Management Research Centre (MRC) at EMU. (http://www.emu.edu.tr/sbconf)We are excited to announce that Annette St-Onge, Immediate ... 10/13/2010 4:05:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=521 A North American Perspective on Small Business Cash Management2010 Visa North AmericanSmall Business Cash Management SurveyClick here to view the full report.IntroductionVisa has monitored North American small business owners’ attitudes concerning cash flow management since 2005. Of particular interest in the 2010 Small Business Cash Management Survey is the relationship between a business’s acceptance and use of payment cards to its outlook on cash flow management. This survey captured the views and opinions of 600 small businesses across the United States and Canada.Survey Highlights- Payment Card Acceptance- Financial Concerns- Cash Flow and Payment Card Acceptance- Payment Tools- Acquisition and Usage IncentivesConclusionsThe results from the 2010 Visa Small Business ... 10/12/2010 4:09:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=520 EIASM, October 6, 2010Dear Colleague,With this message, we are would like to remind you that the submission deadline forWORKSHOP IN-DEPTH AND CASE STUDIESIN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENTis October 29, 2010In this workshop we welcome papers that deal with entrepreneurship and small-business management and use qualitative research methodology. Especially papers with some methodological pondering are in focus.Please find all details about the event on the following web sitehttp://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=759**************We are taking this opportunity to remind you of the following events that might also be of interest to you :RENT XXIV – Research in Entrepreneurship and Small BusinessMaastricht, November 18-19, 2010More information on : http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=7413rd ... 10/6/2010 9:25:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=519 SBANC NewsletterOctober 5, 2010Issue 639 - 2010QUOTE"Don't ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive."-Howard ThurmanFEATURE PAPERIntegrating Cultural, Social, and Economic Contexts Into Writing Teaching Cases: An International PerspectiveThe following paper was written by Jeffrey R. Cornwall from Belmont University and Thomas M. Cooney from Dublin Institute of Technology. It was presented at the 2010 United States Association for Small Business Entrepreneurs.AbstractThis workshop presents a case writing model that integrates an American and European perspective. The workshop will highlight the key approaches to be taken ... 10/6/2010 9:20:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=518 This month’s issue highlights two entrepreneurship courses – a graduate course on business modeling and an undergraduate course on building a network of stakeholder relationships in new ventures. We also look at a summer entrepreneurship camp for teens.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share with your colleagues around the globe. Just send them along to me at jeff.cornwall@belmont.eduBusiness Models: A New Graduate CourseAnother school that has joined the ranks of those teaching more about business models is the University of Texas at Dallas. A team of faculty and community advisors led by ... 10/6/2010 9:17:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=517 3rd Quarter 2010Womenable E3News"Who would have thought 20, 10 or 5 years ago that Chile would elect a woman to be president ... I was a woman, separated, a socialist, an agnostic ... all possible sins together."~Michelle Bachelet, upon her election as President of Chilein 2006. She has just beennamed to head the new UNEntityfor Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women)E3nabling NewsIt is our aim, in this quarterly newsletter, to provide a concise digest of news, information and links to 1: educate, 2: enlighten and 3: empower your work on behalf of nascent, new, established and growing women-owned ... 10/6/2010 9:07:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=515 SBANC NewsletterSeptember 28, 2010Issue 638 - 2010QUOTE"Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death."-Albert EinsteinFEATURE PAPERBlack-owned Automobile Dealerships and the Current Economic RecessionThe following paper was written by Matthew Sonfield from Hofstra University. It was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute National Conference.AbstractBlack-owned automobile dealerships in the United States have been disproportionately impacted by the current economic recession. This paper presents an analysis of this significant impact and its implications. A "Historical Background" section examines the rise of black-owned auto dealers since the 1970s, largely due to manufacturers' formal programs to foster the establishment and growth of such dealers. ... 10/1/2010 7:42:41 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=514 Welcome to the September 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.This month's newsletter presents some exciting October programs. ICSB is co-sponsoring a Global Entrepreneurship Conference on new business creation in Washington, DC from October 14th to the 16th. CCSBE and ECSB are also hosting annual conference in October and November respectively. Join us to explore the latest in research, education, and policy pertaining to entrepreneurship and small business development. Please remember to visit www.icsb.org during the month of October for the latest news and highlights from our global entrepreneurship ... 9/30/2010 5:39:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=513 CCSBE 2010 Conferencehttp://www.ccsbe2010.info/When: October 28-30, 2010Where: Mount Royal UniversityConnect.Cultivate.Create.Come together at Canada’s premier Small Business and Entrepreneurship conference.Entrepreneurs and small businesses have an immense impact on their communities through their new ventures, business and community outreach.At the same time, there is growing recognition by policy makers, members of society, business leaders and youth, that creative approaches are needed to address environmental, economic, and societal issues.Join us as this year’s conference explores entrepreneurs and the community with the latest in research, educational methods and community practices pertaining to venture sustainability and social entrepreneurship.A wide range of plenary and guest speakers will share ... 9/30/2010 5:01:09 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=512 2nd CALL FOR PAPERS2nd International Conference on Small Business and EntrepreneurshipDate: 24 – 27 February, 2011Place: Nicosia, CyprusHosted By: Eastern Mediterranean UniversitySupported By: The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB)Dear Fellow Academics,The Organizing Committee for the “2ndInternational Conference on Small Business and Entrepreneurship” invites you to submit abstracts.The conference will take place between February 24 – 27, 2011 at the Golden Tulip Nicosia Hotel, Nicosia, Cyprus and will be jointly organised by the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB), and the Management Research Centre (MRC) at EMU. (http://www.emu.edu.tr/sbconf)We are excited to announce that Annette St-Onge, Immediate past President, International Council ... 9/27/2010 12:40:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=510 SBANC NewsletterSeptember 21, 2010Issue 637 - 2010QUOTE"In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure."-Bill CosbyFEATURE PAPERMexican Students' Attitudes Toward Personal Selling: An Exploratory InvestigationThe following paper was written by Kishwar Joonas, from from Prairie View A&M University and Ricardo Caballero, from Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey. It was presented at the 2009 Annual Meeting of the Association of Collegiate Marketing Educators.AbstractThe purpose of this exploratory study was to measure Mexican students' attitudes toward personal selling as a career. A survey developed by Kavas (2003) was used in this study at a ... 9/27/2010 12:32:37 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=509 Elon Medal for Entrepreneurial LeadershipYou are cordially invited to attend the presentation of the Elon Medal for Entrepreneurial Leadership. Dr. Bernard Harris, Jr., Astronaut andCEOof Vesalius Ventures, will be the featured speaker and be recognized for his accomplishments as one of the country's premier entrepreneurial leaders. Feel free to invite students and others interested in entrepreneurship.What:Elon Medal for Entrepreneurial LeadershipWho:Dr. Bernard Harris, Jr.Astronaut andCEOof Vesalius VenturesDr. Harris in an entrepreneur and innovator in biomedical research and technologies. He was at NASAfor ten years, where he conducted the first telemedicine conference from space with the Mayo Clinic and logged more than 438 ... 9/27/2010 11:16:55 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=508 Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New ZealandClick here to download to .pdf version.24rd September 2010Dear SEAANZ memberAs you know it was necessary, because of the lack of a quorum, to defer the AGM originally scheduled for Tuesday 14th September in Cairns.The incoming International Executive Committee has determined that the deferred meeting should be held via Skype on Friday. 1st October 2010 at the following times:Perth, Australia 11.30amCanberra, Australia 1.30pmAdelaide, Australia 1.00pmSydney, Australia 1.30pmDarwin, Australia 1.00pmAuckland, Christchurch, Wellington, New Zealand 4.30pmBrisbane, Australia 1.30pmMelbourne, Australia 4.30pmTo ensure the meeting can proceed we are urging members who are unable to be present to provide a proxy to a member that ... 9/24/2010 3:42:50 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=507 Look for our next keynote speaker spotlight email next week. This week we've included a collection of reminders about upcoming deadlines related to the conference, and we've joined social media! Join us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and be part of the group on LinkedIn. See information below.Developmental Papers Track DeadlineUSASBE 2011 Developmental Papers Track - Deadline is October 10, 2010. Click here for guidelines and contact Dr. Susan Coleman, USASBE VP Research at scoleman@hartford.edu with any questions.Doctoral Colloquium DeadlineUSASBE 2011 Doctoral Colloquium - Deadline to apply is October 17, 2010. Click here for more information and to apply. Contact Dr. George Solomon with questions at gsolomon@gwu.edu.USASBE ... 9/24/2010 10:33:54 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=506 USASBE Announces Keynote Speakers for the 25th Annual ConferenceUSASBE is excited to announce a stellar group of keynote speakers scheduled to appearfor the 25th Annual Conference to be held January 13-16, 2011 in Hilton Head, South Carolina.Keynote speakers will include:William B. Gartner, Arthur M. Spiro Professor of Entrepreneurship at Clemson UniversityLee Rainie, Director of the Pew Internet & American Life ProjectDick Sweeney, Co-Founder of Keurig, Inc.Jennifer Prosek, Founder and CEO of CJP CommunicationsMarie Johns, DeputyAdministrator of the U.S. Small Business AdministrationWe will present features on USASBE 2011 keynote speakers over the next couple of weeks.This week we will feature Lee Rainie.REGISTER ... 9/22/2010 8:49:31 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=505 SBANC NewsletterSeptember 14, 2010Issue 636 - 2010QUOTE"Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try."-UnknownFEATURE PAPERA Comparison of Personality and Entrepreneurship: Romanian Business Owners and Business StudentsThe following paper was written by Daniel A. Glaser-Segura from Texas A&M University- San Antonio, Stephen C. Jones from Arkansas Tech University, and Anca Borza and Ovidiu Bordean, both from Universitatea Babe? Bolyai. It was presented at the 2009 Allied Academies International Conference.IntroductionThe fall of communism in 1989 in Romania unlocked the door to economic activity to an almost nonexistent segment of its population: entrepreneurs. Under the communist central planning system, the role of entrepreneurs was eliminated ... 9/22/2010 8:47:06 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=504 MENSAJE DEL PRESIDENTE DE ICSB DR. DAVID SMALLBONEA LA FILIAL DE ARGENTINAEn primera instancia, les pido me perdonen por no poder estar con ustedes y participar de este importante evento organizado por la Filial de Argentina del International Council for Small Business (ICSB). Pero sobre todo, bienvenidos a la gran familia mundial de ICSB.Argentina se une a ICSB en un momento histórico donde la cooperación y colaboración internacional tiene más relevancia. Como saben, ICSB es una red global de investigadores, educadores, personas de los gobiernos y empresarios cuyo interés primordial es la transferencia de conocimiento y experiencias relacionadas con el empresarismo, ... 9/20/2010 4:55:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=502 Innovation Leadership Workshop lead by Doug Hall scheduled for Oct 18-20 here in Prince Edward Island.It is a first come, first serve basis so Register Now!What:Innovation Engineering Leadership Institute, being held this October 18-20, gives leaders in business, government, and non-profits thetools and confidence to Create, Communicate, and Commercialize meaningfully unique ideas; products and services thatyour customers will be willing to pay more for. You will learn how to apply a disciplined approach to the innovation process. Innovation Engineering is most effective when attended by the Owner/Founder, CEO/President or Business Unit Leader plus 2-3 of his or her direct reports.Why should I care?More ... 9/14/2010 12:45:01 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=501 10THINTERNATIONAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP FORUM (IEF), TAMKEEN, BAHRAIN, 9-11 JANUARY 2011 Ladies and Gentlemen, Greetings from the UK! Hope you are all getting ready for the 10th IEF, to be held at Bahrain on 9-11 January 2010. I am pleased to draw your attention to some highlights of the conference. a. Key dates and Information =>15 September 2010 - Abstract Submission Deadline* =>15 October 2010 - Notification of Acceptance of Abstract =>15 December 2010 - Full paper submission =>1 December 2010 – Deadline for Registration** *All abstracts should be presented in the same format (clickherefor template) and submitted tocer@essex.ac.uk **An electronic version is also availablehere, this needs to be completed and returned ... 9/14/2010 12:43:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=500 The Capitalization Of KnowledgeViale, R. Etzkowitz, H....This book is an authoritative confirmation of the critical role that knowledge plays in economic transformation. It is an indispensable roadmap for new research programmes and a guidepost for policy ...September 2010Hardback368 pp978 1 84844 114 9Regular Price:$155.00Web Price:$139.50Click here for more infoImitation To Innovation In ChinaLi, Y....Yahong Li’s pioneering study, Imitation to Innovation in China, breaks new ground in closely examining the extent to which the Chinese government’s patent policies and patent activity by Chinese firms ...September 2010Hardback208 pp978 1 84844 206 1Regular Price:$105.00Web Price:$94.50Click here for more infoThe New Economics Of Technology PolicyForay, ... 9/9/2010 9:44:24 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=499 The Entrepreneurial SocietyBonnet, J. García Pérez De Lema, D. Van Auken, H....This timely book analyzes the emergence of new firms in a broad context where economics, management and sociological approaches are joined. The market benefits of an entrepreneurial economy are evident ...September 2010 Hardback272 pp978 1 84844 891 9Regular Price:$125.00Web Price:$112.50Click here for more info(De)Mobilizing The Entrepreneurship DiscourseBill, F. Bjerke, B. Johansson, A.W....This book is a banquet for readers who are open to a broader menu of ideas and insights into the nature of entrepreneurship, how it occurs, and the circumstances by ...September 2010Hardback264 pp978 1 84980 145 4Regular Price:$115.00Web Price:$103.50Click ... 9/9/2010 9:41:10 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=498 Nascent Entrepreneurship And LearningKaratas-Özkan, M. Chell, E....In this book Karatas-Özkan and Chell show great clarity in dealing with a range of complex issues. They articulate these in a manner which makes them interesting and comprehensible ...September 2010 Hardback288 pp978 1 84720 760 9Regular Price:$125.00Web Price:$112.50Click here for more infoStrategies For New Venture DevelopmentGinsberg, A....This groundbreaking work brings together a comprehensive set of scholarly articles that help shape our understanding of the strategies deployed to create and grow new business entities. The editor draws ...September 2010Hardback784 pp978 1 84720 982 5Regular Price:$385.00Web Price:$346.50Click here for more infoThe Knowledge Spillover Theory Of EntrepreneurshipAcs, ... 9/9/2010 9:37:35 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=497 SBANC NewsletterSeptember 7, 2010Issue 635 - 2010QUOTE"Success is a journey, not a destination."-Ben SweetlandFEATURE PAPERDo Socio-economic Indicators Really Matters for Entrepreneurship? A Latin-American PerspectiveThe following paper was written by José Ernesto Amorós, Fernando Borraz and Leonardo Veiga. It was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute Conference.This work studies the relationship between entrepreneurial activity and a set of factors such as GDP, the level and composition of unemployment, the impact of the informaleconomy, the perception of corruption, the macroeconomic stability and labor regulations. We use a panel data from ten Latin-American countries covered by Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, GEM, from 2000 to 2007. ... 9/9/2010 9:29:13 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=496 EIASM Newsletter, September 20102010 EIASM Academic Council Meeting in Aston, UKWorkshop on Accounting and Regulation6th Interdisciplinary Workshop on Intangibles, Intellectual Capital & Extra-Financial InformationRENT - Research on Entrepreneurship and Small Business Conference7th Conference on New Directions in Management Accounting2nd Workshop on Imagining Business2010 EIASM Conferences and Workshops2011 EIASM Workshops and ConferencesEDEN Doctoral SeminarsEAA Annual Congress & Doctoral Colloquium 2011EARIE 2010 – 37th Annual Conference of the European Association for Research in Industrial EconomicsEDAMBA ActivitiesEFA Annual Meeting & Doctoral Tutorial 2011EIBA Annual Conference & Doctoral Tutorial 2010EMAC ActivitiesEURAM Annual Conference, Doctoral Colloquium & Other ActivitiesEurOMA Annual Conference, Doctoral Seminar & Young Scholars ... 9/9/2010 9:26:50 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=495 SBANC NewsletterAugust 31, 2010Issue 634 - 2010QUOTE"Each day is a new canvas to paint upon. Make sure your picture is full of life and happiness, and at the end of the day you don't look at it and wish you had painted something different."-Author UnknownFEATURE PAPERTaking The Plunge: Combining Service and Online LearningThe following paper was written by Catherine Levitt and Cynthia Schreihans, both from the California State University San Bernardino and Palm Desert Campuses. It was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute Conference.AbstractWhile there has been a steady interest in material that seeks to acknowledge how service learning impacts students' along ... 9/9/2010 9:24:29 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=493 We invite you to submit a paper/abstract to The 7th International Symposium on Management, Engineering and Informatics: MEI 2011 (www.2011iiisconferences.org/MEI), to be held in the context of The 15th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics: WMSCI 2011, in Orlando, Florida, USA, on July 19th - July 22nd, 2011If you have any colleagues who might be interested in making a submission to the conference, please feel free to forward this e-mail to them.Below are the next deadlines for both MEI and WMSCI 2011 (Check the web site for possible extensions or new set of deadlines):Papers/Abstracts Submission and Invited Session Proposals: October ... 9/8/2010 9:39:39 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=492 Global Entrepreneurship Institute - NewsRoundtable on Entrepreneurship Education – Latin AmericaÚnase a nosotros en el Perú! Join Us in Peru!REE Latin America 2010Universidad ESANOctober 19 – 21, 2010The Stanford Technology Ventures Program cordially invites entrepreneurship educators from universities around the world to attend the Accel Roundtable on Entrepreneurship Education (REE) Latin America 2010. The theme of this year’s conference is “Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Economic Development.”The conference will gather business, science, and engineering faculty from leading universities with the goal of accelerating entrepreneurship education for scientists and engineers in Latin America.Over the last few years, a noteworthy phenomenon has been taking place ... 9/7/2010 10:19:44 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=491 Dear Idea generator, please visit SIESclinic(www.siesclinic.org) and register only once. We have added information on Ecells, Business Incubators, Entrepreneurship Development Institutes, Venture Funding, Business Plan template, List of International peer reviewed Journals in the area of entrepreneurship and Innovation, list of top leading Institutions in Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Family Business and Strategy area, Leaders speak, Successful startups (manufacturing/ services), Innovative practices (manufacturing / services), a download section etc. This adventure brings in support from leading global experts in the domain area intends to foster and deepen roots of entrepreneurship”The forum is supported by leading experts like:Dr. Gerard McElwee, Professor of Entrepreneurship, Nottingham Trent Business ... 9/1/2010 6:28:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=490 The Middle East Council for Small Business (an ICSB affiliate) signed in July with the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education a memorandum of understanding related to implementing Entrepreneurship Education in Egypt. Attached is the strategy presentation that outlines MCSBE activities moving forward. Click here to view the Strategy Presentation. Amr Gohar, President of MCSBE, is looking forward to working with the ICSB members and networks across the globe in facilitating the objectives of this MOU. He is requesting those who are interested in forging several MOUs for cooperation between Egyptian universities and international universities possibly from the ICSB network in establishing entrepreneurship centers in Egypt. If you are interested, please complete the online ... 9/1/2010 5:22:18 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=489 Call for contributions for forthcoming book: Government, SMEs and Entrepreneurship Development: Policies, Tools and Challenges To be published by Gower Publishing (UK) Edited by Professor Robert BlackburnSmall Business Research Centre, Kingston University, Surrey UKEmail: r.blackburn@kingston.ac.uk Dr Michael SchaperAdjunct Professor, Curtin Business SchoolCurtin University of Technology, Western AustraliaEmail: Michael.Schaper@gmail.com The aim is to produce a book that will help policy-makers, economic development officers, administrators, elected officials and researchers to better understand the issues involved in SMEs and entrepreneurship development. This involves understanding how government facilitates SME formation, growth and development, and how interventions may be improved to be more effective. This book will be an edited series of chapters that examines strategies for small business development and entrepreneurship, the ... 9/1/2010 5:19:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=488 *No fee or credit card information is required to registerECSB Webinar: Writing Case Studies for Teaching PurposesSpeakerDr. Thomas M. CooneyDirector of the Institute for Minority EntrepreneurshipDublin Institute of TechnologyDate: Thursday, September 23, 2010Time: 15:00 Central European Time (CET)Cost: FREEURL -http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/ecsb8/*No fee or credit card information is required to registerVideo Conference DetailsURL (for use on Sept. 23): http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/ecsb8/Audio Conference DetailsInternational Local Access Numbers:http://www.meetingone.com/us/customer/a1international.cfmConference Room Number: 8888357883To access the webinar audio, first dial your International Local Access Number listed in the link above, then enter the room number when prompted by the operator as *8888357883#If you experience technical difficulties when connecting to the audio through ... 8/31/2010 11:54:26 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=487 Global Entrepreneurship: The Latest Research on Business CreationDate: October 14-16, 2010Venue: Duques Hall, The George Washington University School of Business, Washington, DCCLICK HERE TO VIEW THE CONFERENCE PROGRAMClick here to register for the conference.Sponsored byThe Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence (CFEE), George Washington UniversityDepartment of Management, George Washington UniversityInternational Council for Small Business (ICSB)Hotel AccommodationWashington Suites Georgetown2500 Pennsylvania Avenue NWWashington, D.C. 20037Phone: (202) 333-8060 - (877) 736-2500Website: www.washingtonsuitesgeorgetown.comDates: October 13-16, 2010Rate: $189.00 rate is good until September 17, 2010.The Group Code is ICSB.Directions: Click here to view a map of downtown DC with directions provided to the venuePresentation DeadlineSubmit electronically to icsb@gwu.edu a ... 8/31/2010 11:49:29 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=486 Welcome to the August 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.This month's newsletter is filled with affiliate announcements and local conference information for our members. ICSB members from around the world are encouraged to attend these local events with an aim to provide valuable insight and networking opportunities. In addition to conference information, we also welcome ICSB China-Mainland to our network in this bulletin, present call for papers, social entrepreneurship news, a new blog and member book discounts from Emerald. Please remember to visit www.icsb.org during the month ... 8/31/2010 11:43:35 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=485 ECSB will get the new academic year off to a busy start with supported events in Bulgaria (European Entrepreneurship as an Engine for Post-Crisis Development, Borovets, 8th – 10th), Ireland (Ricard Cantillon School, Tralee, Sept 8th – 10th), and Italy (Entrepreneurial Laboratory Second International Symposium, Bergamo, 20th- 21st). Additionally, on Thursday 23rd our latest Autumn Webinar Series begins with a webinar on Case Writing for Teaching Purposes. Full details regarding all of these events can be found at www.ecsb.org.Registration for this year's RENT Conference is also currently available at www.eiasm.org. A very successful element to last year’s RENT Conference was the pre-conference activities ... 8/31/2010 10:48:02 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=484 We invite you to submit a paper/abstract to the joint event of The 17th International Conference on Information Systems Analysis and Synthesis: ISAS 2011 (www.2011iiisconferences.org/ISAS), and The SPRING 9th International Conference on Computing, Communications and Control Technologies: CCCT 2011 (www.2011iiisconferences.org/CCCT) to be held on March 27th - 30th, 2011 in Orlando, Florida, USAIf you have any colleagues who might be interested in making a submission to the conference, please feel free to forward this e-mail to them.Below are the deadlines (check the conferences Web sites for possible extensions):Papers/Abstracts Submission and Invited Session Proposals: September 29th, 2010Authors Notifications: November 8th, 2010Camera-ready, full ... 8/31/2010 10:46:29 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=483 Click here to read to complete newsletterCollaboration: An Opportunity for Lasting ChangeBy Paul C. Light, New York UniversityThis year’s Skoll World Forum on Social Entrepreneurship at Oxford University’s Said School of Business comes at a moment of both great celebration and great disquiet.On the one hand, the United States has finally taken a significant step forward on health care reform, the war in Iraq seems to be ending, and there seems to be a hint of progress on global climate change.On the other hand, the world is still struggling with a long list of seemingly intractable problems, the number of failed states ... 8/30/2010 2:42:07 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=482 August 2010Our students are beginning to arrive back on campus ready for the new academic year. With the continued state of the economy we can expect more of them seeking our help in their careers.The theme of business and financial modeling is continued this month. Given the current interest in this topic we will continue to offer ideas on integrating business modeling into the classroom in upcoming issues. We also share information on a program to assist the growing number of “accidental entrepreneurs.”We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share with your ... 8/25/2010 12:49:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=481 SBANC NewsletterAugust 24, 2010Issue 633 - 2010QUOTE"The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in a person's determination."-Tommy LasordaFEATURE PAPEREmpirical Study of BranThe following paper was written by Wen-Hung Wang and Hsu-Han Tang, both from National Taiwan Ocean University. It was presented at the 2009 Annual Meeting of the Association of Collegiate Marketing Educators.AbstractThis study examined the model of brand attributes using Keller's (1993) brand knowledge. Higher-order confirmatory factor analysis (HCFA) was utilized to confirm each dimension of brand attributes and examine measurement properties. A survey was conducted using a paperbased and online questionnaire. Levi jeans and Nokia cell phones are ... 8/25/2010 12:44:44 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=480 SPECIAL EDITIONWelcome from the Executive DirectorCenter for Entrepreneurship Education & ResearchHello Everyone,It is hard to believe Summer is rapidly coming to a close. Labor Day weekend is upon us and Autumn cannot be far behind.As you will see in this end of Summer special issue ofE-News & Views, entrepreneurship and innovation are alive and well.Cincinnati Innovates' deadline is September 1, so don't delay if you have an idea to submit. Also, you will want to take a few minutes to look over the great ideas already submitted and vote on your favorite ones - we have listed a few of our ... 8/25/2010 12:42:21 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=479 SBANC NewsletterAugust 13, 2010Issue 632 - 2010QUOTE"It is our attitude at the beginning of a difficult task which, more than anything else, will affect It's successful outcome."-William JamesFEATURE PAPERExploring Challenges in Relationship Marketing for Ethnic Minority Social Enterprises in the United KingdomThe following paper was written by Alexander Fleming Babumba from Middlesex University and Caleb Kwong from University of Essex. It was presented at the 2009 International Council for Small Business.IntroductionThe role of social entrepreneurship within an economy is now being increasingly recognised (Bridge, 2008) and ethnic communities have ultimately bore ethnic social entrepreneurs in the process. This is because charitable and ... 8/25/2010 12:39:17 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=478 SBANC NewsletterAugust 10, 2010Issue 630 - 2010QUOTE"We are approaching a new age of synthesis. Knowledge cannot be merely a degree or a skill. it demands a broader vision, capabilities in critical thinking and logical deduction without which we cannot have constructive progress."-Li Ka ShingFEATURE PAPERComparison of Interactive Television Courses With Alternative Delivery MethodsThe following paper was written by James K. Owens from West Texas A&M University. It was presented at the 2009 Allied Academies ConferenceAbstractThe observations regarding the Interactive Television (ITV) course are compared to the author's experiences with the identical graduate finance course offered in a completely online format and in ... 8/25/2010 12:36:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=477 August 23, 2010Dear Colleagues,We would like to remind you that the extended submission deadline for the8TH WORKSHOP ON INTERNATIONAL STRATEGY AND CROSS CULTURAL MANAGEMENTisSeptember 1st.CLICK HEREto submit your full paper.The workshop will take place in Tübingen, Germany, October 8-9, 2010 and will be hosted by the Department of International Business, Tübingen University.Invited Speaker:Pervez Ghauriis Professor of International Management at King's College London. He is also the founding Editor-in-Chief of International Business Review since 1992, the European editor for the Journal of World Business and editor of the International Business and Management book series by Elsevier Science.For more information about this event ... 8/23/2010 10:36:36 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=476 Two weeks remain until the submission deadline for USASBE 2011, our 25th Annual Conference (www.usasbe.org/conference/2011/). With approximately 500 of the leading entrepreneurship educators in attendance, the USASBE meetings are always vibrant, content rich, and professionally rewarding. It's the one conference that brings together prominent researchers and teachers from the big research universities, mid-sized schools, and smaller colleges, and where equal attention is devoted to entrepreneurship research and small business research. Top journals in the entrepreneurship discipline recognize and publish the best papers from the conference. At the same time, the national model entrepreneurship education awards find top schools sharing their innovations ... 8/18/2010 11:22:50 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=475 The purpose of the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship® (USASBE® ) Entrepreneurship Education National Awards is to identify, recognize, celebrate, and publicize excellence in entrepreneurship education in all forms and at all levels.USASBE will recognize excellence in entrepreneurship education with awards made at the 2011 National meeting in nine categories:National Model Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Program Award National Model MBA Entrepreneurship Program Award National Model Ph.D. Entrepreneurship Program Award -- each of these awards recognizes colleges and universities that have developed and currently offer high quality and innovative programs, the purpose of which is to educate and train future generations of entrepreneurs. Outstanding ... 8/16/2010 6:03:07 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=474 The International Council for Small Business (ICSB) is excited to announce the development of our new blog, the ICSB Exchange. Our official launch is set for the first week of September. The focus of the ICSB Exchange is to provide a valuable outlet for our members to address popular topics and emerging trends in today’s ever-changing global economy. We will encourage contributions from members around the world to the blog so that we can strengthen the discussion thread. Monthly guest contributors will write new blog posts each month to present new topics and address existing discussions. Sharing business knowledge on a ... 8/13/2010 2:14:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=473 25th AnnualUSASBE 2011 ConferenceJanuary 13-16, 2011 | Hilton Head Island, SCSubmit your papers, cases, and workshops by August 27.Access the full call for papers here.The 25thAnnual USASBE Conference is one you won't want to miss. Hilton Head 2011 promises to be a great opportunity to consider how best to move our discipline ahead while we reflect, network and return to the spring 2011 semester with renewed vigor. We look forward to receiving your work and seeing you at the conference!Submission Deadline: August 27. For more information on about the conference and the online submission system, visit our conference website at http://usasbe.org/conference/2011/USASBE 2011 Conference ... 8/11/2010 4:30:20 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=472 Estimados Amigos de la Red,nos agrada hacerles llegar de parte de la Universidad Nacional de General Sarmiento la información que a continuación se detalla.Curso de Formación ContinuaDesde el 09 de Septiembre al 20 de NoviembreLaMaestría en Economía y Desarrollo Industrial con mención en PyMEsabre un cupo limitado de vacantes para estudiantes externos al posgrado e invita a participar del curso“Enfoque, tendencias y metodología para gestionar la calidad y la mejora continua en las PYMES”a cargo del Ing. Héctor FormentoDocente de la UNGS y miembro de la AmericanSociety for Quality (ASQ) y de SAMECO(más información en attach)Destinatarios: El curso está principalmente orientado a ... 8/11/2010 4:20:10 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=471 Register Now !!Please refer to http://www.isbc2010.org to learn more informationDownload the Registration FormBasic Objective of ISBCInternational Small Business Congress ( ISBC ) is a worldwide annual conference with the basic objective of assembling representatives from governments, businesses, academic communities and financial institutions to exchange views on small and medium-sized business problems, policies and programs, as well as to provide business opportunities among participating SMEs. Since the first ISBC held in Honolulu in 1974, a total of more than 21,000 participants throughout the world have attended 35 congresses to date.36th ISBC in TaiwanDate: October 4 – 7, 2010(Pre-conference Tour in Kaohsiung city is on October ... 8/6/2010 11:34:12 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=470 SBANC NewsletterAugust 3, 2010Issue 629 - 2010QUOTE"Every success is built on the ability to do better than good enough."-AnonymousFEATURE PAPERAre Older and Younger Entrepreneurs Similar?The following paper was written by Mary M. White and Phillip R Fuller from Jackson State University. It was presented at the Association for Small Business & Entrepreneurship 35th Annual ConferenceAbstractThis study provides descriptive research that explores the phenomena of similarities of older and young entrepreneurs who have been largely ignored in entrepreneurial research. Based on the 2003 National Survey of Small Business Finances conducted every five years by the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors, the data were ... 8/6/2010 11:28:33 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=469 Centre for Entrepreneurship Research, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Group, Essex Business School, University of Essex, United Kingdom and Tamkeen, Bahrain2nd Notice and Call for Papers10th International Entrepreneurship Forum (10th IEF)Conference ThemeEntrepreneurship and Society: Creating Social, Economic, Cultural and Personal ValueDate9-11 January 2011 in BahrainConference website: http://www.essex.ac.uk/conferences/ief/Click here to download PDF flyerConference OverviewWelcome to a celebration of a decade of innovation! 2010 is the tenth anniversary of the International Entrepreneurship Forum (IEF). The 10th conference on the theme of Entrepreneurship and Society:“Creating Social, Economic, Cultural and Personal Value’” will be held in Bahrain from 9-11 January 2011. This conference is being organised by the Centre for Entrepreneurship Research(CER), Essex Business School, University of Essex ... 8/4/2010 6:33:28 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=468 Welcome to the July 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.This month's Bulletin includes a world conference update with pictures, certificates, best paper winners, proceedings, and upcoming events, such as the 2011 ICSB World Conference in Stockholm, Sweden. Start preparing for next year's event by visiting www.icsb2011.org. Other news from USASBE, DELL Inc., Edward Elgar Publishing and more. Please visit www.icsb.org during the month of August for the latest news and highlights from our global entrepreneurship community. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter throughout the year. Best regards,David SmallbonePresident, ICSB 2010 World ... 7/30/2010 2:20:47 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=467 Entrepreneurship And Regional DevelopmentAcs, Z.J....The relationship between entrepreneurship, technology, knowledge and growth at a regional level is complicated and for research sometimes even uneasy. This volume brings together contributions from recognized scholars with the ...August 2010 Hardback640 pp978 1 84844 978 7Regular Price:$299.95Web Price:$269.96Click here for more information 7/30/2010 1:36:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=466 Hello Everyone,It has been a HOT Summer so far and with the Reds contending for the NL pennant, there are no signs of things cooling off any time soon! Of course, you don't need a newsletter to tell you that. What you may not know, however, is that conclusive research now reveals that the unusually robust temperatures we are experiencing in the Queen City are the direct result of increased creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial activity emanating from the Mid-west with a forecast for more of the same!As you look over the Summer issue ofE-News & Views, you will see UC, Cincinnati, ... 7/30/2010 1:32:18 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=465 SBANC NewsletterJuly 27, 2010Issue 628 - 2010QUOTE"The greatest barrier to success is the fear of failure."-Sven Goran ErikssonFEATURE PAPERDoes Size Matter? Ethics Applied To Small Businesses Compared To Large BusinessesThe following paper was written by Kevin Cooksey & Dolores Kuchina-Musina from Christopher Newport University. It was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute Conference.AbstractConsidering the normative statement that both large and small businesses should follow the same ethical and moral standards, this paper analyzes the perceptions of individuals based on the relative ethical behavior of small business as compared to large business. The study of ethics focuses on the differences between what ... 7/30/2010 1:28:16 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=464 2201 G. Street NWFunger 315Washington, DC 20052 USATel:1-202-994-0704Fax: 1-202-994-4930Email:ICSB@gwu.eduDear Colleagues,On behalf of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) and the 2010 World Conference team, I would like to sincerely thank you for participating in this year’s event. For the 55th time, ICSB members from around the world came together to share new ideas and build meaningful relationships with friends both new and old. As a follow-up to this year’s conference, we have prepared some updates on the 2010 World Conference, as well as information on upcoming ICSB events and of course the 2011 ICSB World Conference in Stockholm, Sweden. Please feel free tocontact ... 7/28/2010 2:58:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=463 At the IBA Board meeting held on Wednesday 14 July 2010, Mr Septi Bukula, well known in the field of SMME research and as President of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) South African affiliate as well as a leading figure in FABCOS, was given the honour of being awarded a Fellow and Honorary Life Member of the IBA. We are, from our perspective, honoured that Septi has accepted this accolade and look forward to a long and happy association.Mr JM Tshiwilowilo, Chairperson IBA and Mr Septi BukulaThe IBA Board with Mr Septi Bukula - From left: Mr Don Mashele, ... 7/28/2010 9:11:04 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=462 July 2010Entrepreneurship Education NewsletterIt won’t be long until our campuses are bustling with the beginning of the new academic year. This issue of the Newsletter includes an innovative way to teach business modeling, a site that helps students explore the entrepreneurial mindset, and other useful information.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share with your colleagues around the globe. Just send them along to me at jeff.cornwall@belmont.eduVenture Design StudioI attended a session at the recent ICSB Conference in Cincinnati that sent me back to my syllabus for the fall to make some significant ... 7/27/2010 11:56:26 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=461 USASBE Entrepreneurship Education AwardsSHAPING THE FUTURE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIPThe United States Association for Small Business & Entrepreneurship (USASBE) is a premier organization dedicated to expanding the academic discipline of entrepreneurship through research, education, and practice. The organization represents the largest gathering of academic faculty, entrepreneurship program directors, and entrepreneurship center directors in the United States. With a mission focused on economic development and advancement through entrepreneurship, USASBE is a growing organization with more than 800 members worldwide.Each January USASBE hosts a conference where members gather to share knowledge and best practices on various domains within entrepreneurship such as public policy, outreach, research, ... 7/26/2010 12:27:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=460 SBANC NewsletterJuly 20, 2010Issue 627 - 2010QUOTE"The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will."-Vince LombardiFEATURE PAPEREncouraging Future Social Entrepreneurs: Community Outreach and MBAsThe following paper was written by Dusty Bodie from Boise State University. It was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute Conference.AbstractRunning a nonprofitprogram.ismuch more like running a small business than it is like being a professional in a large corporation (Masaoka, 2009.) Recent studies have indicated concern about future leadership of the nonprofit sector, questioning whether the sector can effectively recruit a ... 7/20/2010 6:36:23 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=459 Dear Fellow Academics,The Organizing Committee for the “2nd International Conference on Small Business and Entrepreneurship” invites you to submit abstracts.The conference will take place betweenFebruary 24 – 27, 2011at theGolden Tulip Nicosia Hotel, Nicosia, Cyprus and will be jointly organised by the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB), and the Management Research Centre (MRC) at EMU.We are excited to announce that Annette St-Onge, President, International Council for Small Business (ICSB), and Dr. Thomas Cooney, president of the ECSB (The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship) will be the keynote speakers ofthis year.Who should attend this conference?*Researchers *Entrepreneurs *Consultants*Teachers *Policy makers *Doctoral ... 7/20/2010 6:29:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=458 FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Danyele DavisFlowers Communications Group(312) 228-8809Karina Diehl MillerCoors (312) 496-2973 karina.dichl@millercoors.com Ronald E. ChildsFlowers Communications Group(312) 228-8807RChilds@flowerscomm.com MILLERCOORS CONTINUES TO PROVIDE RESOURCES TO SMALL BUSINESSES IN TOUGH ECONOMY, 11TH YEAR IN A ROW MillerCoors Urban Entrepreneurs Series Calls for Entries for its $150,000 Prize Pool CHICAGO (July 27, 2010) – MillerCoors continues to empower urban and multicultural communities by offering small businesses the unique opportunity to vie for $150,000 in business grants with its signature program, the MillerCoors Urban Entrepreneurs Series (MUES) and Business Plan Competition. The award-winning program, which debuted in 1999, provides training and resources to aspiring entrepreneurs and has awarded more than 1.4 million dollars in small business grants, since its inception. “The ... 7/20/2010 6:25:20 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=457 Women in Business Newsletter: July 2010 Global EditionCreating Opportunities for WomenIFC Women in Business Program's Third Quarter EditionGlobal Newsletter: July 2010IntroductionIFC's Women in Business (WIN) Program welcomes you to its twenty-third quarterly newsletter designed to keep businesswomen in touch with key events, relevant research and, most importantly, each other! We provide brief descriptions of news, events, and online resources that will involve, inspire and inform you. Wherever possible and appropriate, we provide a link for further detail.In this issue you will find news on IFC and World Bank Group activities, including about an IFC project and lessons-learned regarding women in mining. Pointing ... 7/20/2010 6:15:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=456 Transgenerational EntrepreneurshipNordqvist, M. Zellweger, T.M....Introducing a new concept in family businesses Transgenerational Entrepreneurship addresses how these businesses achieve growth and longevity through entrepreneurial activities. It focuses on the resources, capabilities and mindsets that families ...July 2010 Hardback240 pp978 1 84720 797 5Regular Price:$109.00Web Price:$98.10Click here for more info 7/20/2010 6:08:28 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=455 Smes In A Globalised WorldLenihan, H. Andreosso-O’Callaghan, B. Hart, M....This insightful book shows how small and medium enterprises (SMEs) from some of the traditionally less dynamic peripheral economies of the ‘old’ EU – namely Ireland, Italy, Portugal and Spain – have ...July 2010 Hardback256 pp978 1 84844 009 8Regular Price:$115.00Web Price:$103.50Click here for more infoSme PerformanceWatson, J....John Watson is my type of researcher. His scholarly career has been devoted to finding out what actually happens to small businesses, based on looking in detail at their performance ...July 2010Hardback168 pp978 1 84542 977 5Regular Price:$105.00Web Price:$94.50Click here for more infoTransgenerational EntrepreneurshipNordqvist, M. ... 7/20/2010 6:06:06 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=454 FACULTY POSITION IN MANAGEMENT Entrepreneurship The School of Business of The George Washington University (GWSB) invites applications and nominations for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Management beginning in August 2011. We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong commitment to research and teaching in entrepreneurship, new venture initiation and social entrepreneurship with a secondary focus on management, leadership and organizational behavior. We encourage innovative research of the highest quality and seek applicants who aim to publish in journals which have an impact on the fields of entrepreneurship and management. Candidates should also be willing to contribute to the mission of the department and have a desire to work closely ... 7/19/2010 6:20:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=453 Greetings from Puerto Rico!!!The PR & C Affiliate Board met today and invites David Smallbone, President of ICSB, to be the Keynote Speaker at the 3rd Research Symposium to take place on Friday, December 3, 2010 in Puerto Rico.David Smallbone has also been invited to speak to the Doctoral business students on Saturday, December 4, 2010.We look forward to greet you personally once again in the Caribbean. 7/19/2010 4:11:30 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=452 July, 2010 Dear Friends and Colleagues, 10th International Entrepreneurship Forum (IEF) Conference It is with great pleasure that I invite you to attend the 10th anniversary conference of the IEF to be held in Bahrain on 9-11 January, 2011. This year’s conference theme ‘Entrepreneurship and Society’ goes right to the core of entrepreneurship and innovation – their special value in changing, shaping and creating society. At a time of widespread uncertainty, and the abject failure of many of our institutions, many questions are asked about our approach to economic growth and social upheaval. We need a heightened sense of opportunity generation and its realisation in different environments. The need for realignment of strategic thinking ... 7/15/2010 10:09:46 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=451 SBANC NewsletterJuly 13, 2010Issue 625 - 2010QUOTE"Success without honor is an unseasoned dish; it will satisfy your hunger, but it won't taste good."-Joe PaternoFEATURE PAPERSuccess for Female-Owned Firms in Mass Merchandising: The Case of the Health and Beauty Aids MarketThe following paper was written by Tami L. Knotts from Bridgewater State College. It was presented at the Association for Small Business & Entrepreneurship 35th Annual Conference.IntroductionFemale-owned firms have had significant success over the years in all fields of business, and research has shown that manufacturing firms owned by women can have the same or similar success to firms owned by men (Knotts, ... 7/15/2010 10:03:42 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=450 Regulation And The Evolution Of The Global Telecommunications IndustryGentzoglanis, A. Henten, A....After decades of liberalization of the telecommunications industry around the world and technological convergence that allows for increasing competition, sector-specific regulation of telecommunications has been on the decline. As ...July 2010Hardback368 pp978 1 84844 588 8Regular Price:$149.00Web Price:$134.10Click here for more infoInnovation, Economic Growth And The FirmGaffard, J.-L. Salies, E....Gaffard and Salies have brought together an outstanding collection of papers that connects two fields of research usually only considered in isolation: the entrepreneurial restructuring of firms and markets and ...July 2010Hardback264 pp978 1 84720 832 3Regular Price:$125.00Web Price:$112.50Click here for ... 7/15/2010 10:01:35 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=449 On Wednesday July 14, 2010, the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) hosted an operational meeting for fellow Global Entrepreneurship Program DC Partners. The meeting was held at the George Washington University School of Business and focused on both macro and micro perspectives of each organization and where to go next? In attendance were Leslie Jump from Sawari Ventures, James Grabowski of AmidEast, Marianne Siemietkowski Needham from Cisco Systems Inc., Peter Righi of the Center for Entrepreneurship and Executive Development (CEED), Lorraine Hariton of the United States Department of State, and Dr. Charles Matthews, Past President and current SVP of Strategic Partnerships for ICSB. The meeting was facilitated ... 7/14/2010 7:33:25 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=448 Dell Unleashes the Power of Women in Business, Connects Top Entrepreneurs at World Expo, ShanghaiDell and Intel, in partnership with Bloomberg LINK, today announced that the Dell Women’s Entrepreneur Network will take place during the World Expo, Shanghai 2010, on June 20-22, 2010. This inaugural event is an extension of Dell’s “Take Your Own Path” campaign, highlighting how entrepreneurs’ innovative use of technology results directly in business success. This two-day event connects 75 female founders, CEOs and innovative leaders who run businesses in the world’s top markets to celebrate the impact that women-owned businesses have on the economy and share best practices within the unique and challenging world of running high-growth companies ... 7/8/2010 12:07:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=447 SBANC NewsletterJuly 6, 2010Issue 624 - 2010QUOTE"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."-Eleanor RooseveltFEATURE PAPERHow Do Emotions Impact the Opportunity Recognition Process?The following paper was written by Malavika Sundararajan from North Carolina Central University. It was presented at the 2009 Small Business Institute Conference.AbrstractTo understand if emotions help entrepreneurs recognize better opportunities, we extend the entrepreneurship literature by incorporating current psychology and neuroscience theories regarding emotions to understand how four types of emotional responses interact with entrepreneurial cognitive factors to impact the Opportunity Recognition (OR) process. The OR process itself is said to be comprised of ... 7/7/2010 8:11:43 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=446 Dear Fellow academics,The Organizing Committee for the “2nd International Conference on Small Business and Entrepreneurship” invites you to submit abstracts.The conference will take place between February 24 – 27, 2011 at the Golden Tulip Nicosia Hotel, Nicosia, Cyprus and will be jointly organised by the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB), and the Management Research Centre (MRC) at EMU.We are excited to announce that Annette St-Onge, President, International Coucil of Small Business (ICSB), and Dr. Thomas Cooney, president of the ECSB (The European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship) will be the keynote speakers ... 7/7/2010 8:09:42 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=445 It's time to start planning for the USASBE 2011 Annual Meeting and I am writing to personally invite you to submit a paper, workshop or case for consideration.The annual USASBE conference is one of the premier gatherings of entrepreneurship scholars and educators in the world and the event usually offers an opportunity for us as educators to pause and share insightful papers, provocative workshops and inspirational keynote and pillar presenters! The 2011 conference will be held January 13 - 16 at the Hilton Head Marriott Resort and Spa, located on Hilton Head Island in beautiful and historic South Carolina. The Marriott ... 7/6/2010 3:42:22 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=444 Estimados amigos de la Red,Aquellos que esten interesados en participar de la 15º Reunión Anual de la Red PyMEs de Mercosur, tienen en archivo adjunto una serie de información que les ayudará a ubicarse en la Ciudad de Mendoza, verán:lista de hoteles con sus respectivos precios,lista de remises y taxis que pueden serles utiles,datos de pasajes terrestres y aéreos.Cualquier otra información que esten necesitando, no duden en consultarnos.Saluda atte.Secretaría Asociación Civil Red PyMEs MercosurTe: +54 (03492) 502063/ 437463www.redpymes.org.arRivadavia 703 - Rafaela - Santa Fe 7/6/2010 2:36:49 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=443 EIASM Newsletter, July 2010EIASM Academic Council - New Member2010 EIASM Academic Council Meeting in Aston, UKEDEN Doctoral seminarsEuropean PhD Award for the Best Thesis in Corporate GovernanceEIASM Conferences and WorkshopsProfessor Berend Wierenga - Farewell Ceremony at Erasmus University RotterdamProfessor Danica Purg - International Dean of the Year 2010IPDM Conference - International Product Development Management ConferenceRENT - Research on Entrepreneurship and Small Business ConferenceSecond Workshop on Imagining Business4th Workshop on Coopetition Strategy6th Interdisciplinary Workshop on Intangibles, Intellectual Capital & Extra-Financial InformationCIMA New Research Funding Initiative: Beyond RecessionEFMD Case Writing CompetitionSKEMA Business School - New campus in Raleigh, North CarolinaEAA Annual Congress & ... 7/1/2010 4:54:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=442 Welcome to the June 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.June was an exciting month for ICSB with the 55th Annual ICSB World Conference commencing in Cincinnati, Ohio USA on June 24th. With over 400 delegates from 40 different countries attending plenary sessions, parallel paper and workshop sessions, and keynote speaker luncheons, the 2010 Conference was a forum to showcase international research and practice. Thank you to all who participated. We'll look forward to seeing you again next year in Stockholm, Sweden. Please visit icsb2011.org for ... 6/30/2010 11:08:41 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=441 SBANC NewsletterJune 29, 2010Issue 623 - 2010QUOTE"Our business in life is not to get ahead of others, but to get ahead of ourselves - to break our own records, to outstrip our yesterday by our today."-Stewart B. JohnsonFEATURE PAPERInnovation: The Soul of EntrepreneushipThe following paper was written by Jo Ann Carland and James Carland, both from Western Carolina University. It was presented at the 2009 Small Business Institute Conference.AbstractInnovation of some type is a hallmark of the entrepreneurial psyche. Research has indicated that it is a characteristic of the entrepreneur. This treatise indicates how to create an environment conducive to innovation and ... 6/30/2010 10:59:11 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=440 June 2010Summer is a great time to work on course and program improvements. We seem to finally have the time to tinker with things that we just can’t find time for during the crush of the academic year. This issue offers a couple of experiential exercises, an alternative to business plans, and an enhancement for the traditional speaker series.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share with your colleagues around the globe. Just send them along to me at jeff.cornwall@belmont.eduThe Business ModelWe have all heard the growing chorus of faculty debating the proper ... 6/30/2010 10:56:56 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=439 Saturday, June 26Friday Morning Plenary Review: Global PioneersBy David TomczykAt 8:30 in the morning, one of the last things you expect to hear is bagpipes. However, this unusual opening indicated the merging of cultures at ICSB - a theme carried throughout the opening plenary session. Dr. Charles Matthews began the proceedings with a welcome to Cincinnati, especially for the 130 first-time delegates to ICSB. This welcome was echoed warmly by Gregory Williams, the President of the University of Cincinnati, and the Honorable Mark Mallory, mayor of Cincinnati. It's clear why Cincinnati was chosen for this year's meeting; the city is actively developing and expanding small businesses throughout all of its 52 ... 6/26/2010 9:53:59 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=438 Friday, June 25thPolicy Pre-conference: Effects of the Global RecessionBy Denny Dennis, Michael Battaglia The world is hopefully ending its worst economic recession since the Great Depression of the 1930s.While the recession has impacted various countries and various sectors within those countries in different ways, small business has typically been one group that has been seriously, adversely impacted. But, how much? And, in what ways? The purpose of this year's ICSBpolicypre-conference was to begin developing a record of the impact of the Great Recession on new and small businesses and government's response in the face of it.The initial appearance suggests that small businesses were often swamped and their interests ignored or lost in the ... 6/26/2010 9:47:01 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=437 SBANC NewsletterJune 22, 2010Issue 621- 2010QUOTE"Try not to become a man of success, but rather to become a man of value. He is considered successful in our day who gets more out of life than he puts in. But a man of value will give more than he receives."-Albert EinsteinFEATURE PAPERA Note on Modeling Service Capacity Allocation Under Varying Intensities of CompetitionThe following paper was written by Hongkai Zhang and Jim Rauch from East Central University. It was presented at the Annual Meeting of the Association of Collegiate Marketing Educators (2009).AbstractBased on a linear deterministic price response function, sales revenue is analytically ... 6/25/2010 4:51:10 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=436 June 18, 2010Welcome to Issue #6 of the ICSB 2010 World Conference E-Bulletin. This electronic news bulletin is thesixth of six issues aimed to provide important information and announcements in anticipation of the ICSB 2010 World Conference.In this issue you will find information about ourrevised program,Entrepreneurship and the Campusworkshop, Pre-conference Agenda,ICSB International Office workshop, sponsors,and a speaker spotlight.All delegates are encouraged to visit the official conference website atwww.icsb2010.orgin addition toicsb.orgfor more information. See you in Cincinnati!New!ICSB 2010 Revised World Conference Program Posted OnlineWe encourage all to check the ICSB2010 website for the revised World Conference programThe ICSB 2010 World Conference Program ... 6/21/2010 3:09:23 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=435 2nd Quarter 2010E3nabling NewsIt is our aim, in this quarterly newsletter, to provide a concise digest of news, information and links to 1: educate, 2: enlighten and 3: empower your work on behalf of nascent, new, established and growing women-owned enterprises around the world.Our subscribers come from all walks of life: businesses large and small, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and multi-lateral organizations (MLOs), public sector agencies, civil society groups and educational institutions. Yet we all share a common interest in supporting women's enterprise in communities around the world.We hope that you find this information of interest in your pursuit of that goal. ... 6/21/2010 3:00:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=434 June 11, 2010Welcome to Issue #5 of the ICSB 2010 World Conference E-Bulletin. This electronic news bulletin is thefifth of six issues aimed to provide important information and announcements in anticipation of the ICSB 2010 World Conference.In this issue you will find information about oursocial events,Teaching Case Exchange workshop, Open Innovation workshop,Gloabl Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM)workshop, sponsors,and a speaker spotlight.Upcoming issues of the ICSB 2010 E-Bulletin we include more information specific to your World Conference participation. All delegates are encouraged to visit the official conference website at www.icsb2010.org in addition to icsb.org for more information. See you in Cincinnati!Global Knowledge. Global Networks. A Closer Look at ... 6/20/2010 7:59:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=433 Dear Ms St-Onge,Emerald and the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) would like to make you aware of the 2010 Emerald/EFMD Outstanding Doctoral Research Awards.These Awards reward the best doctoral research projects in 12 different categories, each sponsored by an Emerald journal. For a list of all categories and details of how to apply please visit the webpage below:http://info.emeraldinsight.com/research/awards/odra.htmThe Awards are open to those who have completed and satisfied examination requirements for a Doctoral award, or will do so, between 1 October 2007 and 1 October 2010, and have not applied previously for one of these Awards. The closing date for receipt ... 6/17/2010 12:30:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=432 USASBE 2011 - OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONSSHAPING THE FUTURE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIPDear Colleagues,I am happy to announce that the USASBE 2011 submission system is officially open today. Please visit the online submission system at http://usasbe.org/conference/2011/ to submit your papers, workshops, and cases. Through the online submission system you may also indicate your interest involunteering for the review process. The system will be open for submissions June 15 – August 27, 2010.The Conference Committee is putting together an outstanding conference for 2011. Early bird registration for the conference will open July 1, 2010. Look for more exciting conference announcements coming soon!EthnéDr. Ethné Swartz2011 USASBE Conference Vice ... 6/16/2010 9:56:34 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=431 SBANC NewsletterJune 15, 2010Issue 620 - 2010QUOTE"I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed. "-Michael JordanFEATURE PAPEREntrepreneurship Opportunities in the Solar IndustryThe following paper was written by Douglas Causey, Vershun L. McClain, Mary M. White, and Donald Causey from Jackson State University. It was presented at the Association for Small Business & Entrepreneurship 35th Annual Conference.AbstractAccording to Schumpeter, a great economist, technology revolution can create "gales ... 6/16/2010 9:54:13 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=430 June 4, 2010Welcome to Issue #4 of the ICSB 2010 World Conference E-Bulletin. This electronic news bulletin is thethird of six issues aimed to provide important information and announcements in anticipation of the ICSB 2010 World Conference. In this issue you will find information about our conference program, AGM meeting, workshops, sponsors, best paper awards and a speaker spotlight.Upcoming issues of the ICSB 2010 E-Bulletin we include more information specific to your World Conference participation. All delegates are encouraged to visit the official conference website at www.icsb2010.org in addition to icsb.org for more information. See you in Cincinnati!2010 World Conference Program is Now Posted!Over two hundred ... 6/10/2010 10:05:29 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=429 Hello Everyone,Please join me in congratulating all the Entrepreneurship majors graduating this June! It's hard to believe that as you read this, Spring Quarter exams are in full swing, final grades are in process, graduation is just around the corner, and another academic year has come and gone.As you look over this issue of E-News & Views, we once again see the words of Demosthenes come to life, "Small opportunities are often the beginning of great enterprises." Congratulations once again to all of our honored recipients recognized at the 12th Annual Entrepreneurship Recognition Banquet in May. A special congratulations to our ... 6/9/2010 9:55:54 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=428 SBANC NewsletterJune 8, 2010Issue 619 - 2010QUOTE"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful."-Herman CainFEATURE PAPERThe Lehman Brother's Bankruptcy: A Test Of Market EfficiencyThe following paper was written by Christine Pichardo and Frank Baconfrom Longwood University. It was presented at the 2009 Allied Academies International Conference.AbstractThis study tests the market efficiency theory by examining the effect of the Lehman Brothers bankruptcy on several brokerage firms, as well as the overall market. It would suggest that these brokerage firms would occur negative stock prices following the announcement ... 6/9/2010 9:53:04 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=426 ECSB / USASBE Doctoral Exchange Competition - Prize Worth €1,000Last year ECSB launched a Doctoral Exchange Competition in conjunction with USASBE. All students who apply to be accepted onto the RENT Doctoral Consortium are automatically entered into the Competition (see www.ecsb.org for details of the conference). Following an initial elimination process, all participants selected to attend the consortium will be considered to be the finalists in this year’s competition for a place at USASBE’s doctoral consortium in North Carolina in January 2011. The award is worth €1,000 and the final decision is based on the best doctoral thesis proposal submitted at the RENT ... 6/8/2010 3:18:58 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=425 SBANC NewsletterJune 1, 2010Issue 618 - 2010QUOTE"In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity."- Albert EinsteinFEATURE PAPERInvestigating the Entrepreneurial Attitudes of African Americans: A Study of Young AdultsThe following paper was written by Shanan G. Gibson from East Carolina University, Patrick Walker from Christopher Newport University, Michael Harris from East Carolina University, and Denisha Harris from Minority & Women Business Enterprise Program. It was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute National Conference.AbstractAn examination of the entrepreneurial attitudes of African American business students from multiple universities was conducted. Entrepreneurial attitudes were measured with the Entrepreneurial Attitudes Orientation (EAO) scale. Findings indicate that African ... 6/3/2010 8:28:24 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=423 May 28, 2010Welcome to Issue #3 of the ICSB 2010 World Conference E-Bulletin. This electronic news bulletin is thethird of six issues aimed to provide important information and announcements in anticipation of the ICSB 2010 World Conference.In this issue you will find information about our conference hotel room block, best paper awards, workshop sessions and a speaker spotlight.Upcoming issues of the ICSB 2010 E-Bulletin we include more information specific to your World Conference participation. All delegates are encouraged to visit the official conference website at www.icsb2010.org in addition to icsb.org for more information. See you in Cincinnati!Innovative Workshop Sessions Highlight ICSB 2010 ProgramOver twenty value-added workshops ... 6/1/2010 7:17:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=420 Welcome to the May 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.May has been a very busy month for ICSB as we are anticipating the upcoming 2010 World Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio in June. To keep everyone updated on the conference progress and announcements, we will be distributing six E-Bulletins leading up to the conference. The first two can be found in this newsletter. All delegates are also encouraged to visit the official conference website www.icsb2010.org for more conference information and updates.Within this newsletter you will also ... 5/31/2010 10:20:21 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=419 SBANC NewsletterMay 25, 2010Issue 616 - 2010QUOTE“Only he who keeps his eye fixed on the far horizon will find his right road.”- Dag HammarskjoldFEATURE PAPERUnderstanding Strategic Relationships in Small and Medium Sized Enterprises, etc.The following paper was written by Michael Harris, William McDowell and Shanan Gibson from East Carolina University, and by Todd Mick from Missouri Valley College. It was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute National Conference.AbstractThis study examines the performance between operational variables for small and medium sized business (SMEs) within the context of interorganizational relationships. Specifically, it investigates the role of information quality and continuous quality improvement and ... 5/31/2010 10:15:58 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=417 May 21, 2010Welcome to Issue #2 of the ICSB 2010 World Conference E-Bulletin. This electronic news bulletin is the second of six issues aimed to provide important information and announcements in anticipation of the ICSB 2010 World Conference.In this issue you will find information about our conference hotel room block, best paper awards, workshop sessions and a speaker spotlight.Upcoming issues of the ICSB 2010 E-Bulletin we include more information specific to your World Conference participation. All delegates are encouraged to visit the official conference website at www.icsb2010.org in addition to icsb.org for more information. See you in Cincinnati!Book Your Hotel Room Before May 30 for ... 5/27/2010 6:22:51 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=415 Inspired women inspire womenDear ,The Telstra Business Women's Awards recognize, reward and celebrate the achievements of exceptional women in business. By promoting their success stories, other women can be motivated to push the boundaries and realise their own dreams.We invite you to join us in applauding their achievements by nominating a business woman who inspires you.Nominations are now openNominations for the 2010 TelstraBusinessWomen's Awards are now open, so please take the time to nominate someone you consider is worthy of recognition.To nominate, simply go to telstrabusinesswomensawards.com or for more information, call 1800 817 536 between 9am and 7pm AEST, Monday to Friday.The search for role ... 5/27/2010 3:14:37 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=412 May 2010Another academic year is over – time for some of us to take some time off. But before you know it, the time to begin sharpening the saw and get ready for fall will be upon us.This month we offer some ideas to help with your planning for the coming year. The first two are classroom exercises that I picked up while conducting entrepreneurship training for non-business faculty this month at the College of Wooster and the University of North Texas. We also feature an innovative program that integrates fashion and entrepreneurship and an elevator pitch competition that was used ... 5/26/2010 2:13:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=411 Maximizing Your On-Line Presence: Learn How to Effectively Use LinkedIn A How-To Guide for Beginners By: Kari Welch, ICSB Project Manager Whether you are a business owner, a job seeker, or an individual who is looking to stay connected, creating and maintaining an on-line presence can be a challenge. In fact, there are hundreds of social media sites currently available for use. Social media sites connect people with a focus ranging from music discussion groups to local business review to sports interests groups. You name it! People are connected today more than ever. Obviously, the impact of social networking is enormous, and with that being said, it can often be overwhelming. This article ... 5/24/2010 2:13:08 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=410 The Future for Entrepreneurship and SME Policies in European Countries – One day conference on May 5, 2010 The conference showed examples and results of different measures taken within SME policies in the European countries. The conference was divided into three blocks – Counselling, Education and Financing. Scholars as well as representatives from organisations working with support and development of SMEs contributed with analyses, experience and examples. The purpose of the conference was to highlight and discuss what role SME policy can play for Europe in the future. The conference was organised jointly by ECSB, Growth Analysis and Swedish Entrepreneurship Forum. Counselling Dr Thomas Ebdrup, FORA Denmark, presented results from ”Nordic Entrepreneurship Monitor” a ... 5/24/2010 10:26:56 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=409 The ICSB 2010 World Conference hotel rate at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza of $135USD/night is valid only until May 25. Book your room immediately in order to take advantage of this great offer! You can make your reservation before May 25 by; (1) calling 1-800-HILTONS or 513-421-9100 and identifying yourself as a participant of the ICSB. (2) book your hotel room online at http://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/CVGNPHF-ICS-20100623/index.jhtml. Due to a high tourist attraction in Cincinnati during the week of the conference, reserve your room today to ensure you get the reduced room rate. The special room rate will be available until May 25, 2010 or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first.The Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza hotel opened in 1931 and is a National Historic Landmark ... 5/20/2010 11:20:06 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=408 May 14, 2010Welcome to Issue #1 of the ICSB 2010 World Conference E-Bulletin. This electronic news bulletin is the first of six issues aimed to provide important information and announcementsin anticipation of the 2010 ICSB World Conference. In this issue you will find information about our pre-conference policy forum,registration deadlines, about Cincinnati and a keynote speaker spotlight.Upcoming issues of the ICSB 2010 E-Bulletinwe include more information specific to your World Conference participation. All delegates are encouraged to visit the official conference website at www.icsb2010.org in addition to icsb.org for more information. See you in Cincinnati!ICSB 2010 Pre-Conference Small Business Policy Forum PreviewChair: William J. Dennis ... 5/14/2010 4:35:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=407 EIASM, May 5, 2010Dear Colleague,With this message, we are would like to remind you that the submission deadline forRENT XXIV- Research in Entrepreneurship and Small Business(Maastricht, the Netherlands, November 18-19, 2010)isMay 15, 2010(to be acceptable, proposals MUST only be submitted through the conference web site :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=741)The main theme for the 24thAnnual RENT Conference is:"THE ENTREPRENEURIAL PROCESS IN A CHANGING ECONOMY"**************We are taking this opportunity to remind you of the followingevents that might also be of interest to you :2nd Workshop on Architecture and Social ArchitectureBrussels, Belgium, May 26-27, 20101st Interdisciplinary Market Studies WorkshopIFL Kampasten, Stockholm, Sweden, June 3-4, 2010List of accepted ... 5/13/2010 5:09:57 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=406 Open Workshop Series in Business and Management Studies Stockholm School of Economics in Riga The “Informal Entrepreneurship Index” for Latvia Stockholm School of Economics in Riga, Strelniekuiela 4a, Riga May, 18 at 14.00-15.30, Room 311 The Stockholm School of Economics in Riga (SSE Riga) announces the launch of the first “Informal Entrepreneurship Index” for Latvia and cordially invites you to the presentation of the index. The presentation is organised as a part of the SSE Riga Open Workshop Series in Business and Management Studies* and will be run by the author of the index, SSE Riga faculty member Dr. Arnis Sauka. The aim of the “Informal Entrepreneurship Index” is to measure the level of shadow ... 5/13/2010 3:14:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=405 Thank you for registering forthe ECSB Webinar How to Use Qualitative Research Methodologies Effectively on Thursday, May 27, 2010. As a follow-up to the webinar, we have provided further details below for participants including a complete recording, contact information, and PowerPoint slides. Recording - http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/p57847776/ Presenter contact information; Helle NeergaardEmail: hen@asb.dkWeb: http://www.asb.dk/staff.aspx?i=hen Please click here to download the PPT slides - http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/p69649422/ Please complete our post-evaluation survey here - http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MX6SV9K ---------------- If you have never attended a Connect Pro meeting before: Click here for AudioOne help Test your connection: http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm Get a quick overview: http://www.adobe.com/go/connectpro_overview ---------------- Please contact ICSB with any questions via email at icsb@gwu.edu or via telephone at 001-202-994-0704. 5/13/2010 12:21:30 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=404 USASBE 2011January 13-16, 2011 * Hilton Head Island, South CarolinaPlease click here to view the complete Call for Papers for USASBE 2011.The USASBE 2011 Submission system will be open June 15th - August 27th. Don’t miss the exciting opportunity to be recognized withthe following annual USASBE Excellence in Entrepreneurship Research, Case Development and Workshop Development awards: AWARDS...Excellence in Entrepreneurship Research, Case Development, and Workshop Development/Presentation Recognition of outstanding achievement in education, research and advancement of the entrepreneurship discipline, is a major focus ofUSASBE’s mission to promote improvement of knowledge, best practices, research, and understanding the phenomenon of entrepreneurship. These awards are presented each year by USASBE and sponsoring partners within the Entrepreneurship community, in recognition of outstanding ... 5/12/2010 11:45:40 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=402 Dear ECSB/ICSB member,ECSB and ICSB are developing new online platforms to promote networking and knowledge exchange between our members.Among the most recent initiatives, we are developing a wiki on entrepreneurship and innovation which is now available in a beta version at the following link;www.icsb.org/wikiWe would appreciate your feedback and suggestions to improve the design of the platform so we ask you five minutes to visit the wiki and fill the following survey - Wiki Evaluation SurveyThank you in advance for your assistance. Please contact icsb@gwu.edu with any questions.Best regards,Luca Iandoli, ECSB President-electAyman El Tarabishy, ICSB Executive DirectorMichael Battaglia, ICSB International Office 5/7/2010 12:20:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=401 The Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) and the College of Business Administration at the Ponce Campus of the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico cordially invites you toThe 1st Faculty Lecture Series and Annual Membership MeetingWhen: Friday, May 14, 2010Where: College of Business Administration, PCUPR – Ponce, Puerto RicoCatholic TV Studio 8:00 am a 12:00 pmMEMBERSHIP ANNUAL MEETING 8:30 A.M. TO 9:30 A.M.Presentations on Case Studies in Business by:Dra. Luz VegaInteramerican University – San Germán CampusDra. Leonora HamiltonUniversity of Puerto Rico – Mayaguez Capus INFORMATION: Dra. Zulma Quiñones 787 264-1912 EXT. 7672 zquinobear@gmail.com Dr. Jaime Santiago Canet 787 651-2000- ... 5/6/2010 5:37:49 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=400 DELL SMALL BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNERSEMEA DAY @ DELLApril 26-27, 2010Dell Inc. hosted the European Country winners for the 2009 Dell Small Business Excellence Award in Bracknell, UK on Monday April 26 and Tuesday April 27. During the two days, the four country winners representing UK, France, Germany and Spain were involved in a number of sessions designed to enhance best practice and grow their business. Selected press from across Europe attended the event, gaining a fascinating insight into the key challenges faced by small businesses and how they are using technology to overcome them. You can see photos from the event ... 5/6/2010 5:25:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=399 Apply Now to The Fulbright program at Vienna University of Economics and Business!The Fulbright - WU Distinguished Chair is endowed with EUR 5.000/Monat and one additionally Lichen travel allowance and benefits for regards. It provides for a flexible mix of research and teaching, with at least two course units to teach per week.Starve out the Fulbright-Kathryn and Craig Hall Distinguished Chair for Entrepreneurship in Central Europe is at WU at the Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (Prof. Nikolaus Franke) qualified candidates held open.Further Information on the WU site:• Fulbright Distinguished Chair WU• Fulbright Hall Chair for Entrepreneurship in Central Europe at WUFor ... 5/5/2010 11:37:24 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=398 SBANC NewsletterMay 4, 2010Issue 613 - 2010QUOTE"In spite of your fear, do what you have to do."-Chin-Ning ChuFEATURE PAPERSmall Business and The Older WorkerThe following paper was written by Lynn Hoffman & Nina Radojevich-Kelley of Metropolitan College in Denver and was presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute ConferenceAbstractAs the U.S. workforce continues to age, older workers will present unique challenges and opportunities to small business owners. In many instances, small business owners will have to rely on their older workers' expertise and experience. Although many myths exist about older workers, they are both productive and reliable. While they provide significant value ... 5/5/2010 8:35:08 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=397 Global Entrepreneurship InstituteBest to Worst State Tax Systems For Entrepreneurship and Small BusinessWhat is an exit strategy?What type of entrepreneur are you?Best to Worst State Tax Systems For Entrepreneurship and Small BusinessPosted:01 May 2010 10:34 AM PDTBusiness Tax Index 2010: Best to Worst State Tax Systems For Entrepreneurship and Small Business The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council) published the “Business Tax Index 2010: Best to Worst State Tax Systems for Entrepreneurship and Small Business,” which ranks the 50 states and District of Columbia according to the costs of their [...]What is an exit strategy?Posted:01 May 2010 08:53 AM PDTHarvesting ... 5/5/2010 8:32:51 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=396 EIASM, April 30, 2010Dear Colleague,We are happy to announce that the 5th edition of the WORKSHOP ON ORGANISATIONAL CHANGE AND DEVELOPMENT: CORE COMPETENCES IN A CHANGING WORLD will take place in Vienna, Austria, 23-24 September 2010.We would like to invite you to submit an abstract via the following link: http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_upload.asp?item=UPL&event_id=718The deadline to submit your abstract isMay 4, 2010.Keynote speakers:Prof. Wolfgang Mayrhofer (WU Vienna University of Economics and Business)Prof. Helmut Kasper (WU Vienna University of Economics and Business)Prof. Jürgen Mühlbacher (WU Vienna University of Economics and Business)For more information please visit our website: http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=718 or contact cristina.setyar@eiasm.beKind regards,Cristina Setyar 5/5/2010 8:31:45 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=395 The GWSB Alumni AdvocateApril 2010The GWSB Alumni Advocate is a newsletter featuring ideas on how you can get involved with the GWSB Alumni Association and information on upcoming GWSB Alumni events.Department of Tourism Recognizes Donald Lehman During Their Annual Spring ColloquiumMore than 120 GW Alumni, students, faculty and industry professionals attended the April 5th George Washington Tourism Alumni Network (GWTAN) and the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management's 2010 Spring Colloquium. Industry leaders from sport, event, destination and hospitality management shared their expertise around the topic of "Corporate Social Responsibility in the Tourism and Hospitality Industry."The event was moderated byMichael Gehrisch, ... 5/5/2010 8:30:14 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=394 SBANC NewsletterApril 27, 2010Issue 612 - 2010QUOTE“Satisfaction does not come with achievement, but with effort. Full effort is full victory.”-Mahatma GandhiFEATURE PAPEREthnic Minority Businesses and Targeted Assistance Programs in the U.S. and the U.K.: A Comparison and ImplicationsThe followingpaper was written by Matthew Sonfieldfrom Hofstra University and presented at the 2010 Small Business Institute National Conference.AbstractThis paper focuses on the status of minority businesses in the United States and in the United Kingdom. In the United States, minority businesses have existed since colonial times, but in the United Kingdom (and throughout Europe) such businesses are largely a much more recent phenomenon, primarily ... 5/5/2010 8:27:18 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=393 12th AnnualEntrepreneurship Recognition BanquetHonoringTimothy E. Johnson, PhDFounder& President,Johnson Investment Counsel, Inc.University of CincinnatiLifetime Achievement Award for EntrepreneurshipCynthia Booth, Founder& PresidentCOBCO Enterprises2010 Award for Entrepreneurial ExcellenceJohn C. Evans,Chairman & TreasurerGold Medal Products2010 Award for Entrepreneurial ExcellenceJason C.Heikenfeld,AssociateProfessorUC College of Engineering & Applied Science2010 Emerging FacultyEntrepreneurAchievement AwardAlso HonoringStudent Entrepreneurs and Scholarship RecipientsThursday,May 13, 20105:30p.m. Reception6:30 p.m. Dinner and ProgramMcCormick & Schmick'sDowntown CincinnatiOverlooking Fountain SquareFor Reservations, Click Here 5/5/2010 8:25:19 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=392 Early Registration Deadline Extended to Friday May 7, 2010!Click here to register now!The ICSB 2010 Early Registration Deadline has been extended to Friday, May 7, 2010. Early Registration rates are available to participants online until Friday evening. Starting on Saturday May 8, 2010, normal registration rates will apply. For more information on registration, please visit http://www.icsb2010.org/registration.asp.Please note that the ICSB 2010 Online Conference Registrationsystem and Online Paper/Workshop Submission system each uses a different pass code for your personal conference registration and final submission of your paper or workshop. If you are an author or co-author of an accepted paper or workshop, if you have ... 5/3/2010 1:21:26 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=391 The Experiential Classroom XI - September 23-26, 2010 in Tulsa, Oklahomahttp://entrepreneurship.okstate.edu/classroomUSASBE is proud to once again be partnering with the Experiential Classroom to share best practices in teaching entrepreneurship and developing entrepreneurship programs. Now in its 11th year, over 700 entrepreneurship faculty members, program directors, and others have attended the Experiential Classroom. This intensive three-day clinic is rich in content and exposure to resources that support great teaching. It features as presenters some of the master entrepreneurship educators and thought leaders. It is also a unique opportunity to interact and share with a network of other delegates who are developing courses ... 4/28/2010 10:48:24 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=390 April 2010When the bottom fell out of the economy in the fall of 2008, the initial reaction among my students was one of shock. This generation is one that has been protected from failure and insulated from risk. I tend to have graduating seniors in the class that I teach, so those not already in business for themselves did not know what to do next. Graduation was looming.But over the next few months, I saw a transformation. My students began to accept the new state of the world and adjust their expectations. I began to believe that this generation is ready ... 4/27/2010 2:39:21 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=389 Welcome to the April 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. April was an exciting month for ICSB as we look forward to the 2010 ICSB World Conference. Authors of accepted abstracts are now submitting their final deliverables and attendees from around the world are taking advantage of our early registration rates. With a diverse mix of international papers and workshops accepted into the conference, we are anticipating a great conference in June. Don't forget to register today at www.icsb2010.org. Within this newsletter you will also find important ... 4/27/2010 1:31:44 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=388 SME-AT-RISK: Risk Management portal for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Professor Simon Gao and Dr. Thomas Henschel, both from Edinburgh Napier University, developed a website for risk management in Small and Medium-sized Enterprises. The website’s subject is to support and interlink small businesses as well as researchers. Owners of SMEs can answer an online risk check and will get detailed feedback about the quality of their risk management and whether there is need for improvement. Furthermore, Small Businesses and researchers will find information about the recent development in risk management. All services are free of charge. Visit www.sme-at-risk.org. 4/27/2010 1:22:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=387 Apply now to fund your student project! The Clinton Global Initiative University’s 2010 Outstanding Commitment Awards, sponsored by Walmart, will award anywhere from $1,000 - $10,000 to support student-led projects in the areas of Education, Environment & Climate Change, Peace &Human Rights, Poverty Alleviation, and Public Health. The deadline for these awards is Friday, April 30, 2010. Click here to apply.The CGI U Outstanding Commitment Awards were launched in 2008 to provide financial support to innovative, student-driven initiatives. The awards recognize students and student organizations from a variety of higher education institutions andbackgrounds.For information on last year’s CGI U Outstanding Commitment Award winners click here.Sincerely,Keisha SenterDirector, ... 4/26/2010 5:13:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=386 SBANC NewsletterApril 20, 2010Issue 610 - 2010QUOTE"Failure doesn't mean you are a failure it just means you haven't succeeded yet."-Robert H. SchullerFEATURE PAPERA Note on Modeling Service Capacity Allocation Under Varying Intensities of CompetitionThe followingpaper was written by Hongkai Zhang, and Jim Rauch both from East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma. It was presented at the 2009 ACME conference.ABSTRACTBased on a linear deterministic price response function, sales revenue is analytically determined for five alternative policies for allocating service capacity over a two-period planning horizon for a service provider in a competitive environment, in which the intensity of competition varies over time. A ... 4/21/2010 2:41:05 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=385 The latest issue of Social Entrepreneurship in the News is linked below with articles including:Engineering Change: The Theory of Change ModelA New Revolution: Social Entrepreneurs take Center StageMariotti Wins the John Hughes/USASBE Award for Entrepreneurial AdvocacySpotlight on a Social Enterprise: World of Good BooksStudents Create Social Change in AfricaStart-up and Change the WorldSusan Davis Wins Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award…and much moreEngineering Change: The Theory of Change ModelIn our research on social entrepreneurship, one model has stood out from the others as a key strategy to develop a social entrepreneurial venture. Instead of starting at the beginning, the theory of change model developed by Carol Weiss ... 4/20/2010 12:29:22 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=384 April has been a very busy month for the ICSB and we would like to provide some important updates here. The 55th Anniversary ICSB World Conference is coming up at the end of June, so please secure your registration by April 30, 2010 to enjoy early registration rates. All presenting authors MUST be registered delegates and also submit their final paper by April 30, 2010to be included in the program. We’re excited to promote greater conference participation this year from attendees who will have access to a number of value-added workshops and networking events new to the conference this year. The ... 4/19/2010 11:06:52 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=383 ‘Learning by Doing in Entrepreneurship’ Global Forum in Qingdao, ChinaApril 9 and 10, 2010 The School of Entrepreneurship Management at Feiyang College is the first national approved business management college in China. With four majors currently being offered; business management, innovation management, marketing, and accounting computerization, the college is striving to become one of the world’s most influential entrepreneurial universities in the years to come with a focus on entrepreneurship as its core. On April 9 and 10, Feiyang College hosted their first annual Global Forum aimed to provide a platform for academics, governmental policy-makers, and entrepreneurs to exchange ideas and experience related to new venture creation. This year’s Forum featured paper presentations, ... 4/16/2010 2:37:16 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=382 Hello Everyone,Welcome back to Spring Quarter! Inside our students are focused on cost volume profit analysis, discounted cash flows, and business for the 21st century. Outside our front door, however, the Sigma Sigma commons is speaking Spring as the cherry trees, magnolias, and more are in full Spring splendor.Spring fever cannot be far behind!As you read this issue ofE-News & Views, you will see that Entrepreneurship is in full bloom as well.The12th Annual Entrepreneurship Recognition Banquet is on tap for Thursday,May 13th, where once again we will applaud the year's entrepreneurial journey for students and entrepreneurs alike. Never satisfied with the status quo, you ... 4/15/2010 9:07:21 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=381 SBANC NewsletterApril 13, 2010Issue 609 - 2010QUOTE"Life is a succession of lessons which must be lived to be understood."-Ralph Waldo EmersonFEATURE PAPERThe Role of Business Model Innovation In The Emergence Of Markets: A Missing Dimension of Entrepreneurial Strategy?The followingpaper was written by Samuel S. Holloway from The University of Portland, and by Helder J. Sebastiao from the University of San Diego. It was presented at the 2010 USASBE conference in Nashville, TN.ACADEMIC ABSTRACTWe propose that entrepreneurs who successfully introduce new business models that significantly alter existing market preferences and structures do so through a process that aligns collective interests with their strategic ... 4/15/2010 9:01:52 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=380 ICSB Global Entrepreneurship Seminar in accordance with President Obama's Summit on Entrepreneurship hosted at The George Washington University School of BusinessWhen: April 29th – 2:30 - 5:00 p.m.Where: 2201 G. Street NW, Duques Hall Suite 650, Washington D.C. (3 blocks from IFC building)Click here to register for this eventTopic: National Factors Affecting Business Creation: A Global AssessmentModerated by: Dr. Ayman El Tarabishy, Executive Director for ICSBPresenters: Dr. Paul Reynolds, Mr. Amr Gohar, Dr. Lois Stevenson, Dr. G. Dale Meyer New business creation is intimately associated with economic growth and adaptation and a major career option for many. Ten years after inception, the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor [GEM] initiative has provided harmonized estimates of the prevalence ... 4/14/2010 3:10:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=379 It is our honor to invite you to the 36th International Small Business Congress (ISBC) to be held on this Oct. 4th-7th, 2010 in Taipei, Taiwan where more than 800 delegates around the world are expected to participate in it and attend meetings with the main theme “Stride Across the Uncertain Age to New Opportunity and New Future”.We cordially call for papers for the ISBC parallel session on the themes attached below and we remind you the deadline paper abstract submissionis May 15th to paper@isbc2010.org and the notification to authors indicating the paper acceptance will be sent on Jun. 15th. We'll also appreciate if you can also recommend ... 4/13/2010 1:06:47 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=378 ECSB Policy ConferenceThe Future for Entrepreneurship and SME Policies in European CountriesOne Day Policy ConferenceWhen: Wednesday May 5, 2010 in Stockholm, SwedenWhere: Lundqvist & Lindqvist conference center,www.lundqvist-lindqvist.se, Klarabergsviadukten 90, room St Clara,Stockholm, SwedenCost: FREEConference Program - Click here for a pdf version of the Conference ProgramECSB Webinar‘The Future for Entrepreneurship and SME Policies’Date: April 29, 2010 – 15:00 Central European Time (CET) Presenter: Anders Lundström, Swedish Foundation for Small Business Research, Sweden URL http://icsb.na4.acrobat.com/ecsb1/ Register Here 4/12/2010 10:27:26 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=377 Global Entrepreneurship InstituteFree Business Plan Review ServiceTech Coast Angels Fast Pitch Event 2010Online Incubator Program – Mentorship Application 2010Our Supporting Colleges, UniversitiesOur Publications And ResearchFree Business Plan Review ServiceDream It! Plan It! Do It! Are you ready to change the world with your dreams? Founded in 1998, the Global Entrepreneurship Institute (GEI) is a non-profit 501(c) 3 educational organization with the specific mission of advising and educating entrepreneurs around the world. Working as a global business incubator GEI facilitates introductions to investors, professional service [...]Tech Coast Angels Fast Pitch Event 2010Posted by: Robert W. Price The 5th Annual Tech Coast Angels ... 4/12/2010 10:00:18 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=375 CALL FOR PAPERSAnnual Conference of the Academy of Innovation and EntrepreneurshipWhere: Tsinghua University, Beijing, ChinaWhen: July 9th-11th, 2010http://www.aieconference.org/The 3rd Annual Conference for the Academy of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in 2010 (AIE2010) will be held in the capital of China, Beijing, on July 9 -11th.The AIE2010 will be the most comprehensive conference focused on the various aspects of Innovation and Entrepreneurship. It provides an open platform to bring together scholars worldwide to present research and to stimulate discussions on new developments in Innovation and Entrepreneurship.In addition, the conference will publish high quality papers which are closely related to the various theories and practical applications in Innovation and Entrepreneurship.OrganizersResearch ... 4/9/2010 11:48:34 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=374 We hope to see you soon at these upcoming events for World Entrepreneurship Day <http://wed2010kickoff.org/>April 8: Personal Branding: Sponsored by NJAWBO InfoApril 13: FAST ISE Forum: Human Values and Sustainability InfoApril 14: 2010 Innovation Summit - Education & Talent Development, featuring David Grant InfoApril 14: World Entrepreneurship Day InfoApril 15: O.Berk CompanyFamily Business Forum – Performance Management InfoApril 27: Rothman Institute 20thAnniversary Celebration honoring top entrepreneurs and innovators of past two decades & featuring John Crowley, Amicus (Extraordinary Measures) InfoMay 1: Entrepreneur Expose InfoMay 1: ACG NJ Women of Leadership: Leading in Challenging Times InfoJune 15: HSATM conference: Half-price for friends of Rothman InfoBest regards,Rothman Institute of EntrepreneurshipCelebrating ... 4/8/2010 4:21:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=373 EIASM, April 7, 2010Dear Colleague,Please note that the submission deadline for the7th Workshop on Corporate Governancethat will be held in Brussels, Belgium, June 21-22, 2010isApril 15, 2010http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=685Iam taking this opportunity to remind you the following deadlines :RENT XXIV - Research in Entrepreneurship and Small Business-"The Entrepreneurial Process in a Changing Economy"Maastricht, the Netherlands, November 18-19, 2010Submission deadline ;May 15, 2010http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=7416th Interdisciplinary Workshop on Intangibles,Intellectual Capital & Extra-Financial InformationCatania, Italy, September 30 – October 1, 2010Submission deadline ;July 12, 2010More info on :http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=690I am also taking this opportunity to remind you the following events:25th Anniversary Workshop on Strategic Human Resource ManagementBarcelona, Spain, ... 4/7/2010 7:55:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=372 SBANC NewsletterApril 6, 2010Issue 608 - 2010QUOTE"It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change."-Sun TzuFEATURE PAPERTechnology Adoption In SMEs: A Strategic Posture Matrix And A Research AgendaThe following paper was written by Vishag Badrinarayanan, and Vicki L. West, both from Texas State University-San Marcos. It was presented at the 2009 ASBE Conference.ABSTRACTIn small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), technological advancements create opportunities and decision making challenges. As a result, there is considerable difference in technology adoption decisions implemented by SMEs and their rate of adoption remains low. Although past ... 4/7/2010 7:52:26 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=370 EU/Spring European Council: Heads of State agree on targets to boost jobs and growthOn 25-26 March, European Heads of State and Government met in Brussels to discuss the EU's new strategy for growth and jobs. The European Council approved its general framework and agreed on three EU headline targets: to improve the conditions for research and development by bringing combined public and private investment levels to 3% of GDP, to improve employment rates from 69% to 75% for women and men aged 20-64, and to underline theEU's commitment to the 20/20/20 climate & energy targets. The EU headline targets constitute shared ... 4/7/2010 7:41:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=369 The Future for Entrepreneurship and SME Policies in European CountriesOne Day Conference When: Wednesday May 5, 2010 in Stockholm, SwedenWhere: Lundqvist & Lindqvist conference center, www.lundqvist-lindqvist.se, Klarabergsviadukten 90, room St Clara,Stockholm, SwedenCost: FREEPlease click here to register for this FREE ConferenceConference ProgramClick here for a pdf version of the Conference Program10.00 Welcome AddressesDr Thomas Cooney (ECSB/Ireland) and Professor Anders Lundström (Growth Analysis/MälardalensUniversity)Moderator: Deputy Managing Director Ulrika Stuart Hamilton, Swedish Entrepreneurship Forum, Sweden10.20 Benefits from Public Counselling ServicesThe Nordic challenge and its policy implications, Project Manager Thomas Ebdrup, FORA, DenmarkCouncelling services for growth, Marie Ahlgren, Business Area Manager, ALMI FöretagspartnerComments by Head of Division Development, Anna Bünger, Central Agency for National ... 4/7/2010 10:20:50 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=368 SEMINAR Università di Salerno – Campus Universitario di Fisciano 23/4/2010 UNFOLDING INNOVATION PROMOTING AND SUSTAINING THE CULTURE OF INNOVATION 10.30 Greetings: Rector- Prof. Raimondo Pasquino Dean Facoltà di Economia - Prof. Daniela Valentino 10.45 Introduction - Prof Roberto Parente, University of Salerno 11.00 Discovering Innovation Champions: The experiences of the Dell/ICSB Prize, "Global Small Business Award - Prof. Ayman El Tarabishy, Director ICSB , GWU 11.30 The Tecnomodel Case (Winner of the DELL/ICSB Prize 2008) – Daniele Scotucci CEO Tecnomodel and Prof. Marco Cucculelli, Università Politecnica delle Marche 12.00 Round Table : PROMOTING AND SUSTAINING THE CULTURE OF INNOVATION Moderator, Dr. Enzo Agliardi, Chief Editor for the Economic Journal, "Il Denaro" Participants,: Ayman El Tarabishy, GWU - Luca Iandoli, UNINA, President Elect ... 4/7/2010 10:05:31 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=367 SBANC NewsletterMarch 30, 2010Issue 607 - 2010QUOTE"Time is our most precious asset, we should invest it wisely."-Michael LevyFEATURE PAPERInformal Social Networks Of European Small Business OwnersThe followingpaper was written by Sherry Robinson from Buskerud University College (Norway) /Pennsylvania State University, and Hans Anton Stubberud from Buskerud University College (Norway). It was presented at the 2009 Allied Academies Conference In Reno, NV.ABSTRACTSocial networks are becoming increasingly important to entrepreneurs as they use them to obtain market access, information, technology, and other resources. Through networks, new firms are able to more quickly establish trust, reciprocity, and cooperation. In certain industries, networks and contacts even ... 3/30/2010 7:43:03 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=366 EIASM, March 30, 2010Dear Colleague,This message to remind you of the following events and deadlines that might be of interest to you:3RD WORKSHOP ON JOURNAL PUBLISHING FOR NON-NATIVE ENGLISH-SPEAKING RESEARCHERS IN OMVicenza, Italy, October 20-21, 2010Applications are welcome from researchers in all research areas of Operations Management: for reference, please read the Call for Papers for the upcoming 17th International Annual EurOMA Conference (http://www.euroma2010.org/)Workshop applicants are required to submit an abstract, and prior to participation, a full paper must be sent. The abstract must have been accepted by the EurOMA '10 conferenceApplications to the Workshop must be submittedbyApril 15th, 2010EDEN DOCTORAL ... 3/30/2010 7:40:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=365 Welcome to the March 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.During the month of March, ICSB continued its preparations for our upcoming World Conference this June, while also making public the 2010-11 ICSB Ballot. We ask that all members take a moment to vote for those individuals who will drive the organization forward next year. We have made the nominating process easier, and as transparent as possible for the benefit of our membership and we sincerely hope that you will take the time to cast your vote. In this newsletter you will ... 3/30/2010 7:31:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=364 CALL FOR PAPERS“Global Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Economic Development”Fourth Global Entrepreneurship Monitor Research ConferenceOrganising CommitteeZoltan Acs, George Mason UniversityErkko Autio, Imperial College Business SchoolMark Hart, Aston Business SchoolJonathan Levie, University of Strathclyde Business SchoolImperial College London, United Kingdom, September 30 to October 2, 2010DEADLINESCirculation of call for papers March 26, 2010500-word abstracts due May 15, 2010Notification of acceptance June 15, 2010Announcement of full programme June 30, 2010Deadline for registration July 30, 2010Full papers due September 7, 2010BACKGROUNDThe first three research conferences on entrepreneurship and development that drew on Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data, held in Berlin, Budapest, and Washington, D.C., were highly successful ... 3/30/2010 8:58:11 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=363 Small Enterprise Research Journal ISSN 1321-9506 CALL FOR PAPERS Submissions of original research papers on small enterprise issues are invited. The purpose of Small Enterprise Research is now, always has been, and will continue to be the publication of high quality articles, notes and reviews on subjects of interest in the fields of small enterprise management, entrepreneurship, and regulation, policy and education and training in these fields As the official journal of the Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand, Small Enterprise Research is intended to be a primary instrument for supporting the objectives of SEAANZ, which include the development of scholarship, education and research in small enterprise and enterprise management, including encouraging ... 3/29/2010 1:32:19 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=362 March 2010Two classroom tools are highlighted in this issue. We feature a resource that offers many tools and ideas for integrating legal issues into your entrepreneurship classes and programs. We also look at a leadership tool called a Story Matrix, which helps entrepreneurship students learn how to enhance their leadership through story telling.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share with your colleagues around the globe. Just send them along to me at jeff.cornwall@belmont.eduResources for Integrating Legal Issues into Entrepreneurship ClassesWhile the legal environment for entrepreneurs is important, many entrepreneurship programs do not ... 3/28/2010 10:55:13 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=361 March 24, 2010Issue606 - 2010QUOTE"The successful person makes a habit of doing what the failing person doesn't like to do."-Thomas EdisonFEATURE PAPERThe Sustainability of Family Businesses Managed by Females After Natural DisastersThe following paper was written by Kathryn Stafford from Ohio State University, Sharon M. Danes from University of Minnesota, and George Haynes from Montana State University. It was presented at the 2010 USASBE Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.Academic AbstractPrevious research on disaster assistance concluded that disaster assistance had little, if any, positive impact on the survival or success of small businesses. This research examined the impact of disaster assistance on male- ... 3/24/2010 9:57:57 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=360 March 2010ANNOUNCING THE 2010 SPIRIT OF ENTERPRISE WINNERSCONGRATULATIONS TO ALL PARTICIPANTS IN THE 2010 SPIRIT OF ENTERPRISE COMPETITION2010 Participating TeamsFlorida Atlantic UniversityIndiana UniversityJohns Hopkins UniversityKennesaw State UniversityPurdue UniversityRice UniversityUniversity of ArkansasUniversity of CincinnatiUniversity of LouisvilleUniversity of Illinois - ChicagoUniversity of ManitobaUniversity of MichiganUniversity of OregonStudent teams from 13 universities competed in the 2010 UC Spirit of Enterprise Competition. The Cincom Spirit of Enterprise Champion received $10,000 from Cincom and an automatic bid to the 2010 MOOT CORP Competition often called "The Super Bowl of World Business-Plan Competitions." Teams also competed for 1st runner up, 2nd runner up and 3rd runner up ... 3/24/2010 9:55:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=359 2010-2011 ICSB BALLOTPlease Vote Now!Greetings from the Immediate Past President/Chair of the Nominating Committee, Dr. Charles Matthews.One of my roles as Immediate Past President is the Chairing of the Nominating Committee for the next slate of officers; 2010-2011. We have made the nominating process easier, and as transparent as possible for the benefit of the membership. The voting process follows sections 4, 5, and 6 of the International Council for Small Business By-Laws.I ask that all ICSB membersplease take a moment and vote for the individuals who will drive the organization to next level in 2010-2011. Also, please note that the ICSB Board ... 3/23/2010 5:13:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=357 A Unique Opportunity for NACCE MembersFunding for UK/US College Partnerships, Topic-EntrepreneurshipWe have an exciting opportunity for NACCE Members! The British Council and the Association of Colleges in the UK are inviting expressions of interest from US Community Colleges to work in partnership with UK Further Education Colleges on the theme of entrepreneurship education.At the 7th Annual NACCE conference in October, UK delegates led a workshop session to explore the feasibility of entrepreneurship as a core theme for the UK-US college partnerships and to ascertain whether this could yield benefits for both countries. The workshop and wider consultation indicated that:There is significant ... 3/15/2010 10:21:36 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=356 SBANC NewsletterMarch 9, 2010Issue - 605- 2010QUOTE"Conducting your business in a socially responsible way is good business. It means that you can attract better employees and that customers will know what you stand for and like you for it. ."-M. Anthony BurnsFEATURE PAPER'Keeping the Business Running'. Evidence of Sustainability Practices in New Zealand Small FirmsThe following paper was written by Martina Battisti, Louise Lee, and by Alan Cameron all from Massey University. This paper was presented at the 2009 ICSB Conference.AbstractSustainability practices have been predominantly developed in the context of large corporations and therefore largely fail to engage small and medium-sized enterprises. ... 3/11/2010 8:07:58 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=355 For More Information, Click hereClick here to view the Chinese version of this announcement.*Applying for ICSB Membership status 3/8/2010 4:02:54 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=354 What:2010 SEEC North America WorkshopA workshop for university social entrepreneurship activitiesWhen:April 22 - 24, 2010Where:The Ohio State UniversityColumbus, OhioWho:Hosted by: Tony R. Wells FoundationPresented by: Fisher College of Business, The Ohio State University Center for Entrepreneurship Elon University Doherty Center for Entrepreneurial LeadershipWhy:SEEC Workshopsare for individuals leading and participating in university social entrepreneurship activities, curriculum and academic research.The objective of the workshops are to share best practices, exchange ideas, form collaborations and to develop better integrated strategies.Who should attend:FacultyAdministratorsStudentsSocial EntrepreneursAlumniNon Profit ParticipantsOthers interested in Social EntrepreneurshipDetails:Attendance will ... 3/8/2010 10:40:33 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=352 Established and Still Blazing New Trails – Columbia’s Centro de Desarrollo del Espirtu EmpresarialWinner of the USASBE 2010 Global Entrepreneurship Education AwardThe “Centro de Desarrollo del Espirtu Empresarial” (Center for Entrepreneurial Development) was created on January 1, 1985 as an academic unit of the Unversidad Icesi, with the mission of forging a new Entrepreneurial Culture through academic processes and with the permanent participation of the academic and entrepreneurial community, full of innovation and social responsibility, to be an engine of development in all its facets.There are many elements that make CDEE unique and of which the longevity of the program and its evolution to a mature but yet ... 3/7/2010 6:29:01 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=351 SBANC NewsletterMarch 2, 2010Issue - 2010QUOTE"The future you see is the future you get."- Robert G AllenFEATURE PAPERComplementary Effects of Tie Strength And Network Range Enhancing Transnational Venture PerformanceThis paper was written by Pankaj C. Patel from the Ball State University It was presented at the 2010 USASBE Conference in Nashville, TN.ACADEMIC ABSTRACTWe examine complementary effects of network range and tie strength on transnational venture performance. Network range facilitates access to a broad set of knowledge and resources, such transactions are possible in presence of strong ties. Alternatively, a network heavy in strong ties provides reliable connections, but lack of diversity ... 3/7/2010 6:20:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=350 The Center for Women's Leadership at Babson College celebratesWomen's History Monthwith the last of three CWL author series events in March.Nicholas KristofPulitzer Prize-winning journalist, columnist for The New York Times, and co-author with Sheryl WuDunn of the book that inspired a movement to address our era's most pervasive human rights violation: the oppression of women and girls in the developing world. Half the Sky makes the compelling case for the belief that the best way to fight poverty and extremism is to educate and empower women and girls.Half the SkyTurning Oppression into Opportunity for Women WorldwideMonday, March 226-8 p.m.Carling-Sorenson Theater, BabsonThis event is ... 3/7/2010 6:18:18 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=349 GEWwinners alreadygrowing businessesReplenish Energy, a microalgae fuel company fromPuerto Rico, beat out more than 1,000 submissions to win theCleantech Open Ideas Competition.The winners have already tapped into the Cleantech Open network to develop their business plan.Read more about their plans for the future.The winner of theGlobal Student Entrepreneur Awards, Vancouver native Milun Tesovic, is also off and running with the development of his company,Metro Lyrics. Read about it in a recent story inSuccessmagazine.Zimbabwe on boardEmpretecrecently signed a MoU to host GEW through 2012 in Zimbabwe. Empretec DirectorBusi Bangois pictured here with GEW Chair Scott Cain.Read more about GEW in Zimbabwe.Tips for ... 3/7/2010 6:16:07 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=348 1st Quarter 2010In This IssueThe State of Women's EnterpriseGauging Our ProgressUN Regional CommissionsCelebrating Women's HistoryE3nabling NewsIt is our aim, in this quarterly newsletter, to provide a concise digest of news, information and links to 1: educate, 2: enlighten and 3: empower your work on behalf of nascent, new, established and growing women-owned enterprises around the world.Our subscribers come from all walks of life: businesses large and small, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and multi-lateral organizations (MLOs), public sector agencies, civil society groups and educational institutions. Yet we all share a common interest in supporting women's enterprise in communities around the world.We hope that ... 3/7/2010 6:10:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=347 Youth Entrepreneurship AllianceLET ALL OF OUR VOICES BE HEARD AT THE WHITE HOUSEWednesday, via it's website, the White House posed the question, "What does a 21st century education mean to you?"The Youth Entrepreneurship Alliance (YEA) HAS ANSWERED: The Consortium for Entrepreneurship Education has been a long-time advocate of the work of the Partnership for 21st Century Skills (P21). They include entrepreneurship as a "21st Century Theme" that should be woven into all core academic skills. Specifically they advocate " Financial, Economic, Business and Entrepreneurial Literacy• Knowing how to make appropriate personal economic choices• Understanding the role of the economy in society• Using entrepreneurial skills ... 3/5/2010 4:34:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=346 FIRST CALLEuropean Entrepreneurship as an Engine for Post-Crisis Development – Challenges and OpportunitiesInternational Conferenceto be held on8-10 September 2010Borovets, BulgariaMission of the ConferenceThe Conference’s mission is to bring together leading European and world ‘players’ in the field of entrepreneurship to discuss and share their results and opinions in the context of a United Europe: the place and the role of the European entrepreneurship in crisis and post-crisis development.ObjectivesTo discuss the strengths and the weaknesses of European entrepreneurship in the context of globalisation, knowledge-based economies and multicultural business environment; To analyse the role and behaviour of European entrepreneurship in the crisis and in post-crisis development;To present recent entrepreneurship research ... 3/4/2010 12:10:49 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=345 Call for PapersThe EuroMed Academy of Business announces the3rdAnnual EuroMed Conference in BusinessNovember 4-5, 2010(Pleasenote that there is a date change)Hosted by: University of Nicosia, Nicosia, CyprusConference Venue: Hilton Park NicosiaThe conference is under the auspices of the Mayor of Nicosia and the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and IndustryAll accepted full papers and abstracts will be published in the Book of proceedings with an ISBN number.A selection of the best conference papers will also be considered for publication in the following Emerald journals:·EuroMed Journal of Business- EMRBI’s official Journal·Cross Cultural Management: An International Journal·International Journal of Organizational Analysis·European Journal of Innovation Management(SI on ... 3/1/2010 9:49:56 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=344 Welcome to the February 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.The past month, ICSB has been focused on collecting abstracts and preparing for an exciting 2010 World Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio. The ICSB 2010 Conference Committee is very pleased to have a high number of quality abstracts submitted thus far from over 40 different countries. There have also been some new developments in the program, including the addition of a new Developmental Track. In this newsletter you will also find information on upcoming conferences, newsletters from our partners, awards being ... 3/1/2010 7:57:40 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=343 The European Microcredit Research Award 2010-sponsored by Fundación Nantik Lum, SpainCall for papersDear Researchers,In anticipation of the 7th annual European Microfinance Network (EMN)Conference this June 24-25 in London, EMN and Fundación Nantik Lum are re-launching The European Microcredit Research Award. Submit your original research paper forto be considered for the award endowment of 1000€!Papers should present ongoing or finalised research on issues related to microfinance in the European Union (the 27 Member States) and EFTA (including Norway and Switzerland) countries exclusively. Papers relating to one of the EMN working groups: Legal environment and regulation, Growth, Sustainability and Funding, Information Technology, and Social Performance will be ... 2/25/2010 3:33:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=342 SBANC NewsletterFebruary 23, 2010 - Issue 603 - 2010QUOTE"If I set for myself a task, be it so trifling, I shall see it through. How else shall I have confidence in myself to do important things?"-George ClasonFEATURE PAPERBalancing Sustainability and Profitability in Entrepreneurial Practice: An Institutional Logics PerspectiveThis paper was written by Dirk De Clercq and by Maxim Voronov, both from Brock University in St. Catharines, ON(Canada). It was presented at the 2009 ICSB Conference.AbstractWe aim to contribute to entrepreneurship literature by considering the dialectal relationship between entrepreneurial practice and the institutional logics of sustainability and profitability. We acknowledge both the embeddedness ... 2/23/2010 9:08:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=341 February 2010Entrepreneurship is more than just an economic engine. In this month’s newsletter, we highlight two programs that focus on the community building side of entrepreneurship – one at a campus devastated by a tornado and one that seeks to help communities in Guatemala. We also look at a program from Ireland that has a curriculum to help students for varied backgrounds develop an entrepreneurial mindset. Finally, an innovative system for connecting students with the small business community is shared by a program in California.We welcome innovations and ideas in entrepreneurship education from your programs that you would like to share ... 2/23/2010 9:03:03 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=340 IYF Celebrates its 20th Anniversary Year with New Grants: Employability Programs Gain Support As the International Youth Foundation (IYF) kicks off its 20th anniversary this year, we are pleased to announce new programs that expand our youth development portfolio in Latin America and India. “It seems appropriate that we begin to celebrate this historic milestone by announcing the launch of key initiatives that are benefiting youth around the world,” said William S. Reese, IYF’s President and CEO. “We’re very proud of our track record over the past two decades of expanding opportunities for young people in some 70 countries worldwide.” Onenew ... 2/19/2010 2:37:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=339 SBANC NewsletterFebruary 16, 2010Issue - 602- 2010QUOTE"He who has never learned to obey cannot be a good commander."-AristotleFEATURE PAPERThe Use of Information Technology And Innovation In Entrepreneurial Small FirmsThis is paper was written by Oyvin Kyvik from the ESADE Business School, Spain, by Catherine Leger-Jarniou from the Université Paris-Dauphine, France, and by Ayman El Tarabishy from the School of Business, The George Washington University, USA. It was presented at the 2009 SBI Conference.AbstractThis study explored the relationship of the entrepreneur's/founder's ability and skills and the company's strategic use of innovative information technology. A triangulation of the results based on 7 case studies ... 2/16/2010 8:13:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=338 ICSB - DOCTORAL STUDENT CONSORTIUM ON ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT at the ICSB 2010 World ConferenceWhere: Hilton Netherland Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio, USAWhen: Thursday, 24 June 2010*Abstracts due by March 15, 2010. Click here to submit your abstract for the ICSB 2010 Doctoral Student ConsortiumChairpersons: Associate Professor Dr. Helle Neergaard (Aarhus School of Business, Denmark), Associate Professor Dr. Sharon Alvarez (Fisher College of Business, Ohio State University, USA)The Doctoral Consortium has a successful tradition at the ICSB World Conference. It represents a unique opportunity for doctoral students to present their thesis proposals and obtain useful insight into how their work can be ... 2/16/2010 6:49:28 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=337 Forthcoming Case Study Book from Gower Publishing, UKhttp://www.gowerpub.com/“Father-Daughter Succession in Family Business”Book Editors:Daphne Halkias, PhD.ormandy Business School, Caen & Le Havre, FranceVisiting Scholar, The Centre on Migration, Policy and SocietyUniversity of Oxford, UKCEO, Executive Coaching Consultants, Athens, GreecePaul M. Swiercz, PhD.Department of ManagementDirector, Strategic HRM Partnership ProjectGeorge Washington University, Washington DC, USAFounder, Executive Selection and Development International, USACelina Smith, PhD.Department of Strategy and OrganizationEMLYO Business School, Lyon, FranceRobert S. NasonThe STEP Project for Family EnterprisingBabson College, Babson Park, Massachusetts, USAPublication Date: January 2011Hardback: ISB 978-0-566-09220-6The Family Firm is an increasingly vital player in the global economy. One of the events that may ... 2/16/2010 5:00:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=336 The abstract submission deadline for the ICSB 2010 World Conference has been extended to March 1, 2010.The ICSB 2010 Conference Committee is very pleased to have a high number of quality abstracts submitted thus far from over 40 different countries. Due to some new developments in the program, including the addition of a new Developmental Track, the Conference Committee has decided to extend the abstract submission deadline two weeks to March 1, 2010. Don't miss your final chance to share your work with ICSB delegates from around the world!ICSB's new Developmental Track is for all working papers that will not be completed in time for ... 2/15/2010 10:56:29 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=335 New GEM team from Sweden The Global Entrepreneurship Monitor will as from 2010 again include data from Sweden on entrepreneurial activity. Thanks to Swedish Entrepreneurship Forum, now the prospective team from Sweden. – We are really happy to bring Sweden back into this unique international research venture, says professor Pontus Braunerhjelm, team leader and Managing Director of Swedish Entrepreneurship Forum. There has been an unfortunate gap of two years when no data were collected for Sweden. Now, we will make sure that we produce continuous high quality data and an interesting national report. – I see great potential in the GEM project. There is so much exciting policy relevant research you can do ... 2/15/2010 11:25:09 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=334 Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB-PRC) Invites you to the 2010 Entrepreneurship Summit Global Trends in SME’s & Entrepreneurship When: Friday March 26, 2010 at 8:00 am Where: University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus College of Business Administration Mayagüez, Puerto Rico Invited Speakers Dr. Patricia Greene, Babson College Dr. George Solomon, The George Washington University For Information Contact: Dr. Zulma Quiñones or Dr. Jaime Santiago Canet (787) 264-1912 Ext.7672 787 841-2000 Ext 2508/2509 zquinobear@gmail.com jsantiago@email.pucpr.edu http://www.icsb-prc.org/ 2/12/2010 2:40:10 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=333 Call for Papers and Session PreviewWe invite you to join us in beautiful Cincinnati, OH, USA for the 2010 ICSB World Conference. The ICSB World Conference is a unique and special gathering place forICSB's international community to share knowledge and network across borders. Over the last 55 years, the ability to develop both personal and professional contacts from other countries and across cultures has given ICSB members an advantage in the global marketplace.www.icsb2010.orgTheme: Entrepreneurship: Bridging Global BoundariesDate: 24-27 June 2010Venue: Hilton CincinnatiNetherland Plaza, Cincinnati, OH,USAOnline submission: https://www.softconf.com/a/icsb2010/Key datesNotification of Acceptance: 1 April 2010Submission of Accepted Full Papers: 30 April 2010The ICSB World Conference ... 2/11/2010 4:25:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=332 Find out what your colleagues are reading in JSBM!Click on the links below for FREE access to the most downloaded articles from Journal of Small Business Management.Entrepreneurs in Turkey: A Factor Analysis of Motivations, Success Factors, and ProblemsCynthia Benzing, Hung Manh Chu, Orhan KaraDifferences in Entrepreneurial Opportunities: The Role of Tacitness and Codification in Opportunity IdentificationBrett R. Smith, Charles H. Matthews, Mark T. SchenkelImplementing a Market Orientation in Small Manufacturing Firms: From Cognitive Model to ActionJames H. Martin, Beth Ann Martin, Paul R. MinnilloAlso of InterestJSBM and The Wall Street Journal - Ten Year Comparison!A revealing comparison of JSBM to The Wall Street Journal was recently presented at the Canadian Council for Small ... 2/9/2010 2:32:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=331 Entrepreneurship is embedded in the fabric of Queen’s University Belfast which recognizes that an entrepreneurial identity is essential if Queen’s staff and graduates are to complete effectively in the global economy. The program aim was to ensure that every student was given the opportunity to develop an entrepreneurial mindset and the enterprise competencies to make a difference as the owner if a small business, social entrepreneur or someone creating innovative solutions within a corporate environment. In every undergraduate pathway an existing module would be identified, within which entrepreneurship curriculum could be developed and linked to the existing subject area. For example, nursing students, would focus on developing social enterprise healthcare ... 2/7/2010 10:29:09 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=329 Two Chairs in Organisational Behaviour and Human Resources Management (Ref. 0016-4) The University of Exeter has ambitious plans for growth. Capital projects to the value of £275 million pounds will, by the end of 2012, transform our already beautiful campus into something that is truly world-class. And during the course of the next twelve months we will be building on our very considerable research strengths with over 100 new academic appointments. Central to our plans for growth is the University of Exeter Business School which will double in size by 2013. Work is well underway to construct stunning new facilities – including a brand new, environmentally sustainable building that will be ready for ... 2/5/2010 8:13:14 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=328 Business School PhD Studentship – Leadership The Business School has a vibrant postgraduate research community where there are currently over 140 students enrolled on its Doctoral programmes. It has excellent research ratings with 94 per cent ofits research classified as being of international quality (RAE 2008). As part of its ongoing development of postgraduate research, the Business School is offering up to 7 fully-funded studentships for October 2010 start. Priority will be given to applicants with research proposals that align withBusiness School priorities as well as the University of Exeter Research Beacons and Key Themes(http://www.exeter.ac.uk/research/excellence/keythemes/). We are keen to attract students with strong experience of independent research and knowledge of research ... 2/5/2010 8:11:12 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=327 Dear Colleagues:On behalf of the Entrepreneurship Division of the Academy of Management and the University of Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CCEI), we are writing to invite you to nominate candidates for the 2010 IDEA Awards, which serve as part of the Division's Research Excellence Initiative.At this year's Academy of Management meeting in Montréal, Canada, we will be holding the third annual IDEA Awards dinner to honor excellence in entrepreneurship research. We therefore seek high quality research that has been, is, or is likely to be influential to the field of entrepreneurship. Accordingly, we are using a very broad cross-disciplinary ... 2/5/2010 8:03:23 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=326 SBANC NewsletterFebruary 2, 2010Issue - 600 - 2010QUOTE"Your ability to negotiate, communicate, influence, and persuade others to do things is absolutely indispensable to everything you accomplish in life. The most effective men and women in every area are those who can quite competently organize the cooperation and assistance of other people toward the accomplishment of important goals and objectives."-Brian TracyFEATURE PAPERSources of Financing For New Technology Firms: Evidence From The Kauffman Firm SurveyThe paper was written Susan Coleman from the University of Hartford, and Alicia M. Robb from the University of California. It was presented at the 2010 USASBE Conference in Nashville, ... 2/5/2010 7:56:58 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=325 Pioneering Research on Venture Capital Rewarded With 100 000 eurosThe 2010 recipient of the worlds most prestigious Award in entrepreneurship research, the Global Award for Entrepreneurship Research, was announced today. Josh Lerner, Jacob H. Schiff Professor of Investment Banking at Harvard Business School, will receive 100.000 euros for his influential contributions to the field of entrepreneurship research.– Josh Lerner is best known for his pioneering research on venture capital but he has also made several important contributions in the area of entrepreneurial innovation, patents and open-source project development, says Professor Pontus Braunerhjelm, chairman of the Award committee.– His research has served ... 2/3/2010 7:39:22 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=324 On behalf of the IntEnt 2010 organizing committee, we are very excited to invite you to join us in creative and inspiring Arnhem, the Netherlands for the 20th IntEnt world conference. We invite you to submit your paper or best practice to be presented during the conference. If you do not want to submit a paper you are welcome to register as a participant.The website with information is now open: www.intent2010.comDate: 5-8 July 2010Venue: HAN University of Applied Sciences, Arnhem, the NetherlandsAbstract submission deadline: 15thof April 2010Notification of acceptance: 1stof May 2010Submission of accepted full papers: 1stof June 2010The IntEnt world ... 2/2/2010 12:04:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=323 When: May 20-21, 2010Where: Department of Entrepreneurship and Relationship Management, University of Southern Denmark, KoldingCall for papersSince its inception in 1980 the conference has been a biannual event in the Nordic tradition, characterized by an open atmosphere that encourages the exchange of ideas between researchers with different research interests in the field of small business research. The 2010 conference will continue this tradition and welcomes papers in different fields of small business research, including: Opportunity seeking behaviour and market creation of SMEs Studies of SMEs in a diversified world Strategies in SMEs Innovation management in small firms Theories on serial and habitual entrepreneursThe issue of gender in entrepreneurship & small businessStudies on ... 2/2/2010 12:02:04 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=322 EU/Exempting micro-entities from EU accounting rulesToday, the Legal Affairs Committee of the European Parliament voted in favour of a Commission proposal to exempt micro-entities from certain disproportionately burdensome accounting rules. The vote signals an important step forward for the EU's overall goal to reduce administrative burden by 25% by 2012.At present, micro-entities, meaning very small companies with less than 10 employees, are required to draw up elaborate annual accounts and have them audited. In addition to diverting valuable manpower from these small companies with an average of 3 or 4 staff, the requirements denote annual costs of €1.200 per micro-entity on ... 2/2/2010 11:55:51 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=321 IFC's Gender Program welcomes you to its twenty-first quarterly newsletter designed to keep businesswomen in touch with key events, relevant research and, most importantly, each other! We provide brief descriptions of news, events, and online resources that will involve, inspire and inform you. Wherever possible and appropriate, we provide a link for further detail.In this issue you will find news on the IFC and the World Bank Group, including the launch of the Gender and Sustainability Reporting Publication at the 2009 CSR Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; global news reports such as the launch of a fund for women in Zimbabwe; upcoming events around the ... 2/2/2010 11:46:43 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=320 Fourth International EntrepreneurshipConference ENTIME 2010 When: 17-18 June 2010 Where: Gdansk, PolandFaculty of Management and Economics of Gdansk University of Technology (Poland) and ICAN Institute - Harvard Business Review Polska are proud to host the Fourth Enterprise in Modern Economy (ENTIME) Conference. This entrepreneurship conference is designed to bring together leading-edge views of academic scholars and insightful practitioners from the fields of international business and small business/entrepreneurship, in order to examine challenges and risks that firms have to face and deal with in a modern economy. The event is a great opportunity to share knowledge and experience of entrepreneurial research and studies from all over the world. On this occasion we have a great pleasure to invite you to ... 2/1/2010 9:49:01 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=319 January 26, 2010Issue - 599 - 2010QUOTE"To succeed in life in today's world, you must have the will and tenacity to finish the job."-Chin-Ning ChuFEATURE PAPERNew Venture Creation: The Significance of Entrepreneur-Opportunity FitABSTRACTEntrepreneurship researchers have continually sought answers to the questions of why some persons choose to become entrepreneurs, why some persons recognize opportunities that can be exploited, and why some entrepreneurs are so much more successful than others (Baron, 2004). Opportunity recognition and exploitation have received a significant amount of attention in the entrepreneurship literature (Baron & Ward, 2004; Shane & Venkataraman, 2000). How entrepreneurs judge one or multiple opportunities and ... 1/31/2010 2:11:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=318 The 2010 ICSB World Conference program is shaping up to be quite an experience. In addition to your dynamic paper and workshop presentations during the parallel sessions, the 2010 Conference will include anumber of timely Pre-conference sessions and some popular value-added workshop sessions for everyone in attendance at the main conference. These sessions include a Pre-Conference Doctoral Student Consortium; Pre-conference Policy Forum; main conference sessions "Writing Workshop for Younger Researchers"; "Teaching Case Exchange Workshop"; and a "Meet the Editors: Tips to Get Published." The ability to develop both personal and professional contacts in other countries and across cultures has given ICSB members ... 1/28/2010 5:44:03 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=317 The Entrepreneurship Program at the John Cook School of Business at Saint Louis University is pleased to announce the 21st Annual Gateway Entrepreneurship Research Conference from April 16-18, 2010, sponsored by the Kauffman Foundation.Click here to view PDF Brochure.The theme this year is "Behave: Specifying, Measuring, and Teaching Entrepreneur Behavior," with keynote speeches given by Kelly Shaver, College of Charleston and Barbara Bird, American University. The conference will be organized around break-out sessions on topics in entrepreneurial behavior determined by the group.Please see the pdf brochure for more detailed information or visit the website at http://www.slu.edu/x19098.xml, or contact the Center for Entrepreneurship at ecenter@slu.edu.Note that *Entrepreneurship: Theory & Practice* has a call ... 1/28/2010 4:20:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=316 Welcome to the January 2010 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. A main focus of the ICSB community in 2010 is our annual world conference. This year’s event in Cincinnati, Ohio USA celebrates our organization’s 55th Anniversary and we are very excited to announce a variety of conference news within this bulletin. I am particularly enthusiastic about the communication that occurs among members through personal interactions at ICSB conferences. The ability to interact and connect with one another through ICSB provides member groups an opportunity to ... 1/28/2010 4:17:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=315 Professor David Storey, of the Centre for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises, has been awarded an Officer of the British Empire (OBE) for services to business in the 2010 New Year honours list. Professor Storey is an ECSB member and was elected into the ICSB's Wilford White Fellows at the 2008 ICSB World Conference in Halifax, NS, Canada. Professor Storey has worked at WBS since 1987, where he coordinated the largest research programme undertaken on small business in the United Kingdom. Congratulations to David on behalf of the ICSB for a well-deserved recognition. David Storey ProfessorDavid.Storey@wbs.ac.ukRead more: http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Governmentcitizensandrights/UKgovernment/Honoursawardsandmedals/index.ht About WBSOne of Europe's largest business schools ... 1/28/2010 1:37:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=314 EIASM, January 22, 2010Dear Colleague,I would like to remind you that the next edition of the EIASM WORKSHOP ON FAMILY FIRMS MANAGEMENT RESEARCH will take place in Barcelona, June 6-8, 2010.We invite you to submit abstracts for this event by 10 February 2010 (midnight CET). We are delighted to present you our invited speakers:W. GIBB DYER, Jr.,O. Leslie Stone Professor, Marriott School of Management, Brigham Young University, Provo, UTFRANZ KELLERMANS, Associate Professor of Management, Mississippi State University (WHU Otto Weisheim School of Management)The 6th edition of the EIASM workshop is co-organised with the ESADE Business School.For more details visit:http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=732Please pass this onto any colleagues ... 1/25/2010 8:51:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=313 Greetings ICSB Member,As part of the Journal of Small Business Management's transition to the George Washington University and to my new post as Interim Editor, I would like to announce our Call for Reviewers.The primary purpose of the Journal of Small Business Management (JSBM) is to publish scholarly research articles in the fields of small business management and entrepreneurship. As the official journal of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB), JSBM is recognized as a primary instrument for projecting and supporting the goals and objectives of this organization, which includes scholarly research and the free exchange of ideas. The journal ... 1/23/2010 2:28:21 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=312 The world has never experienced times like these before; however, amidst this uncertainty, opportunities abound. Entrepreneurs will be the ones to find sustainable solutions to these pressing national and global problems. Our obligation is to educate these entrepreneurs of the future.Be part of the solution.Join us to enhance your ability to educate and mentor the next generation of entrepreneurs from all disciplines - business, medical, engineering, and the liberal arts. Take back new teaching methods and content relevant to entrepreneurship education todayParticipate in the Babson Symposium for Entrepreneurship Educators (SEE)May 31 – June 4, 2010 at Babson College·Engage with Babson’s finest ... 1/23/2010 2:25:01 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=311 SBANC NewsletterJanuary 19, 2010Issue 598 - 2010QUOTE"I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear."-Nelson MandelaFEATURE PAPERThe Role Conflicts of Family Members In Family FirmsThis paper was written by Esra Memili from Mississippi State University, and by Erick Chang from Arkansas State University. It was presented at the 2009 USASBE conference in Anaheim, CA.AbstractFamily business members hold dual and more complex roles deriving from memberships in both the family and the business, unlike employees in nonfamily firms. Despite ... 1/19/2010 7:46:38 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=310 January 2010It was great to see so many of you here in Nashville for the annual USASBE meeting. Once again, this conference provided me with so many new ideas to help improve my classes and enhance our program. I plan to share many of the ideas that I gleaned from the sessions at USASBE over the coming months in the Entrepreneurship Education Newsletter. And thanks to The Planning Shop for their support of entrepreneurship education through their sponsorship of USASBE.In this month’s newsletter, one of our features is a program from the United Kingdom that helps foster confidence in students through ... 1/19/2010 10:52:11 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=309 Recognizing Achievement: President’s Welcome & Best Paper Awards By Maureen Joudrey, Michael Battaglia USASBE President Michael Morris officially welcomed attendees to this year’s conference with some positive and encouraging remarks tied to the current and future successes of USASBE. Morris noted that despite challenging economy times and budget cuts across the board at many universities, 473 delegates are in Nashville this week. He noted further that USASBE continues to be the leading academic organization dedicated to small business and entrepreneurship in the United States with 937 members. Starting with Thursday’s pre-conference events and extending to the week’s dynamic program, Morris notes that the atmosphere at this year’s conference has helped to re-energize the ... 1/18/2010 9:52:58 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=308 Friday, January 15, 2010 Pre-Conference Workshop Session Overviewby Michael Battaglia, George S. Vozikis The Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Curriculum: Establishing a Paradigm As one of yesterday’s more popular pre-conference workshops, The Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Curriculum focused on developing a paradigm for the undergraduate curriculum in Entrepreneurship.The developed paradigm will help to establish the legitimacy of the discipline of Entrepreneurship in the Business School so that faculty in Entrepreneurship will be able to gain resources for the discipline and tenure of the faculty. Presenters Fred Maidment, Western Connecticut State University; Sharon Alpi, Millikin University; Patricia G. Greene, Babson College; Ralph Hanks, Bowling Green State University; Jerome Katz, St. Louis University; and K. Mark Weaver, Louisiana State University, confronted two ... 1/16/2010 4:00:09 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=305 The Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (MEI) is a postgraduate masters by coursework degree offered by the Australian Graduate School of Entrepreneurship (AGSE at Swinburne University of Technology, Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia. The MEI program is a leading internationally awarded and accredited entrepreneurship Masters by coursework program.The MEI is unconventionally referred to as an MBA program ‘on steroids’. This is from a theoretical and pedagogical perspective, as the program encapsulates 12 core entrepreneurship specific subjects; each with its own unique delivery and learning goals. The innovativeness encapsulates a world first with the introduction of entrepreneurship streams and a post graduate program with ... 1/13/2010 12:42:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=303 Click here to submit an Abstract today! Website: www.icsb2010.org Theme: Entrepreneurship: Bridging Global BoundariesDate: 24-27 June 2010Venue: Historic Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza HotelCincinnati, Ohio, USA On behalf of the ICSB 2010 Organizing Committee, we are very excited to invite you join us in beautiful Cincinnati, OH, USA for the55th AnniversaryICSB World Conference. We invite you to submit your paper, workshop/symposium proposals to be presented during the conference. The abstract submission web site is now open for your submissions. Please click here to visit our online submission page. Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 February 2010Notification of Acceptance: 15 March 2010Submission of Accepted Full Papers:12 April 2010 The ICSB World Conference provides a unique ... 1/6/2010 1:22:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=302 SPECIAL ISSUE: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF TECHNOLOGY, POLICY AND MANAGEMENT Special Issue on: "Laws, Regulation and New Product Development - the Roleof the Regulatory Framework for the Management of Technology and Innovation"Guest Editors:Alexander Brem, VEND consulting GmbH and Friedrich-Alexander University ofErlangen- Nuremberg, Germany Jens Horbach, Anhalt University of Applied Sciences, Germany Klaus Rennings, Centre for European Economic Research (ZEW), GermanyBackgroundInnovations do not fall like manna from heaven but are generated by pioneering activities of human beings. These activities have to take place via interaction with all kind of institutions and the regulatory framework of their individual business environments. Traditional innovation theory embedded in growth theory or industrial economics often neglects ... 1/4/2010 7:47:27 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=301 Welcome to the December 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. Happy Holidays from the ICSB! On behalf of the Board of Directors and the officers of the organization, we hope that you have enjoyed a safe and joyful holiday, and are ready for the exciting year to come. One main focus of ICSB Bulletin for the month of December is the exciting announcement of the 2009 Global Winner of the DELL Small Business Excellence Awards. ICSB sends congratulations to A Suit That Fits.com for receiving this ... 12/29/2009 7:37:16 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=300 What: A webinar (no charge) providing an overview of the upcoming USASBE 2010 Conference in Nashville.When: Wednesday, December 2 at 3 pm (U.S. eastern standard time)Who: Michael Morris, Bill Jackson, Jeff Cornwall, Rebecca White, Mark Weaver, Becky GannWhy: Find out what is happening at the conference, when, and who will be thereThe USASBE Annual Conference is one of the largest gatherings of entrepreneurship scholars, educators and supporters in the world. This year’s conference will be held January 14-17, 2010. January 14this dedicated to pre-conferences, with the main program on January 15, 16, and 17th. As a special service to members, we have organized a free webinar to ... 12/28/2009 10:35:33 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=298 Welcome to this special edition of the ICSB Bulletin: Highlight Stories of 2009. Happy Holidays from the ICSB! On behalf of the Board of Directors and the officers of the organization, we hope that you have enjoyed a safe and joyful holiday, and are ready for the exciting year to come. This special edition of the ICSB Bulletin, Highlight Stories of 2009 serves as our recap of the previous year. Below you will read about ICSB’s annual conferences, global events and knowledge exchange across our four pillars; researchers, educators, policy makers and practitioners. Additionally, ICSB has grown its global community this past year with ... 12/26/2009 8:35:32 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=297 Dear ColleagueMuch has happened within ECSB since our last quarterly email newsletter and this is a wonderful opportunity to share with you the main highlights of the past three months.In October we held our first Webinar which was on the topic of ‘Writing Case Studies for Teaching Purposes’ and it was attended by 40 participants. In November, Luca Iandoli presented a second Webinar which was entitled ‘When Small Means Complex: Insights from Complexity Science for research in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management’ and again this proved to be very successful. ECSB is the first of the affiliates within the ICSB global ... 12/18/2009 11:19:39 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=296 EIASM Newsletter, December 2009Best Wishes for a Happy Ending and an even Better Beginning of the New Year!Letter from the new PresidentThe 2009 José Veciana Best Paper Award for a Junior ResearcherNew Developments and Future of Doctoral Education in Management in EuropeEIASM Conferences and WorkshopsEDEN Doctoral SeminarsEAA Annual Congress & Doctoral Colloquium 2010EARIE Annual Conference 2010EFA Annual Meeting & Doctoral Tutorial 2010EIBA Annual Conference 2010EMAC Doctoral Colloquium & Annual Conference 2010EURAM Annual Conference, Doctoral Colloquium & Activities 2010EurOMA Annual Conference, Doctoral Seminar, and Young Scholars Workshop 2010European Associations administered by EIASMContact EIASMBest Wishes for a Happy Ending and an even Better ... 12/17/2009 1:51:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=295 Earlier this fall, DELL President of Small and Medium Business Steve Felice sat on a panel of small business experts to choose the global Dell Small Business Excellence Award winner – an annual award that recognizes small businesses for their innovative use of IT to improve the customer experience. For the two years that this program has been conducted internationally, a UK company has won. A Suit That Fits.com, a UK-based small business that designs and sews high-fashion custom-tailored suits at affordable prices, is this year’s global winner earning them: Consulting time with Michael Dell; $50,000 USA (approximately£30,000) in Dell products and services; A ten-year membership to the British Chambers of ... 12/16/2009 12:59:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=294 Download and view the PDF version here.GREETINGS FROM THE PRESIDENTMichael H. Morris, Ph.D.President, USASBEProfessor and N. Malone Mitchell Chairof EntrepreneurshipOklahoma State UniversityWarm holiday greetings from USASBE. This is an amazing time to be part of the entrepreneur-ship discipline. Even as universities cut back in difficult economic times, entrepreneurship programs continue to thrive. The numbers of new courses, majors, minors, concentrations and certificates continue to climb at impressive rates. New centers continue to be launched, and more schools are creating departments of entrepreneurship, or renaming existing depart-ments. Further, there are now a number of dedicated Ph.D. programs in entrepreneurship, and the new ... 12/14/2009 3:01:54 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=293 The latest edition of theInternational Small Business Journal is a special issue on Entrepreneurship and Policy and is available to you to downloadfor free until the end of December 2009.The special issue includes the following articles:Entrepreneurship and Policy: Challenges and Directions for Future ResearchPaul J.A. Robson, Frits Wijbenga, and Simon C. ParkerPublic Policy Support for the Informal Venture Capital Market inEurope: A Critical ReviewColin M. MasonAssessing the Effectiveness of Business Support Services inEngland: Evidence from a Theory-Based EvaluationKevin F. Mole, Mark Hart, Stephen Roper, and David S. SaalIs there Ethnic Discrimination in the UK Market for Small Business Credit?Stuart FraserRegional Opportunities and ... 12/14/2009 10:35:09 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=292 ADVANCES IN MANAGEMENT (AIM) JOURNALCall For Papers (CFP) for Special IssueBUSINESS STRATEGY AND COMPETITIVENESS: TYPOLOGIES, PERPECTIVES AND MODELSSubmission Due Date: February 28, 2010Guest Editors:João J. Ferreira, PhD in Management, Professor of Strategy atUniversity of Beira Interior,Portugal (jjmf@ubi.pt)Leonora C. Hamilton, PhD in Management and Entrepreneurship, Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona. Professor of Business Strategy, Marketing and Entrepreneurship, Business Faculty,UniversityofPuerto RicoatMayaguez(Leonora.hamilton@upr.edu)Background and Special Issue PurposeResearch in strategy is at critical crossroads nowadays and there is an increased emphasis on new theoretical concepts and on testing empirical relationships rooted in such concepts. With the worldwide downturn of the economy, there is a need to effectively ... 12/14/2009 10:32:58 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=291 EIASM, December 9, 2009Dear Colleague,We are very pleased to invite you to join us for the first 2010 Workshop that we will organise within the series of special events on the Developments and Future of Doctoral Education in Management in Europe.The theme of this workshop will be:Structuring a Community of Practice for Doctoral EducationDates: 11-12 February, 2010Venue: EIASM, Brussels, BelgiumFor details and registration,click hereThis meeting will be of particular interest to those institutions that are new to doctoral education or are contemplating launching a doctoral programme. Members of the EIASM - NPhD Task Force, as well as external experts and representatives of ... 12/9/2009 2:31:55 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=290 EIASM, December 9, 2009Dear Colleague,Iwould like to inform you that the submission deadline for the4thWorkshop on Market Driven Supply ChainsBrussels, Belgium, March 24-25, 2010http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=691is tomorrow, December 10, 2009In case you are interested in submitting a proposal but have problems in respecting this deadline, may Iinvite you to contact me (michelante@eiasm.be)*****We are taking this opportunity to remind you of the following events that might also be of interest to you:1ST INTERDISCIPLINARY MARKET STUDIES WORKSHOPSTOCKHOLM, SWEDEN, JUNE 3-4, 2010http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=681Submission deadline :January 29, 20104TH WORKSHOP ON COOPETITION STRATEGY- “COOPETITION AND INNOVATION”MONTPELLIER, JUNE 17-18, 2010http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=671Submission deadline :January 15, 201017TH INTERNATIONAL PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE“THE INNOVATION ... 12/9/2009 2:30:03 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=289 SBANC NewsletterDecember 8, 2009Issue - 2009QUOTE“The point to remember about selling things is that, as well as creating atmosphere and excitement around your products, you’ve got to know what you’re selling.”-Stuart WildeFEATURE PAPERAttracting Retail Entrepreneurs to Rural Communities: The Role of the Institutional EnvironmentThe following paper was written by Linda S. Niehm from Iowa State University, Nancy J. Miller from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Barbara J. Frazier from Western Michigan University, Leslie D. Stoel, from Ohio State University, and Sandra Kae Sattler Weber from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. It was presented in the USASBE 2009 Conference.AbstractThis exploratory study highlights the influence ... 12/9/2009 2:28:55 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=287 Special issue call for papers from International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behaviour & ResearchSpecial Issue on Strategic EntrepreneurshipGuest Editors – Rainer Harms, Steven T. Walsh, & Aard GroenThe International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behaviour and Research aims to provide a wide ranging forum for the inter-disciplinary discussion and information exchange on entrepreneurship-related topics, with the aim of advancing both conceptual development and application of empirical methodologies, leading to an improvement in our understanding of entrepreneurial behaviour.Our special issue focuses on the intersection between entrepreneurship and strategy. We seek contributions that cover two perspectives of this intersection: entrepreneurial strategies and the strategic use of entrepreneurship.In the `new competitive landscape’, Entrepreneurial strategies ... 12/4/2009 3:42:35 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=286 Call for PapersThe Eighteenth Annual High Technology Small Firms ConferenceWhen: May 27 & 28, 2010 May 25 & 26, 2010 Doctoral WorkshopWhere: University of Twente - Enschede - The NetherlandsProf. Dr. A.J. Groen (Nikos, University of Twente), Prof. Dr. R. Oakey (Manchester Business School), and Dr. P.C. van der Sijde (faculty of Social Sciences, VU University Amsterdam) have the pleasure of inviting you to the High Technology SmallFirms (HTSF) conference in Enschede, the Netherlands. We are pleased to announceKeynote speaker Saras Sarasvathy, Isadore Horween Research Associate Professor of Business Administration, University of Virginia,Panel discussion chairman Shaker A. Zahra, Robert E. Buuck Chair of Entrepreneurship, Professor of ... 12/4/2009 3:35:58 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=285 Business Informatics at the German University in Cairo: A Leading Edge IT Program Over the past fifteen years, the study of Business Informatics has seen tremendous success in Germany and worldwide. Information Technology (IT) is increasingly becoming a key pillar upon which most (if not all) of today’s organizations build their strategies and manage their operations everywhere across the globe. The German University in Cairo (GUC) recognized this trend in 2005 and is now on the leading edge of innovative academic programs. The Business Informatics Program at GUC offers a well-balanced combination of the Business & IT skills required by executives, team leaders and developers in the modern world of computer ... 12/2/2009 5:29:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=284 A Time to Sing a New TuneUSASBE 2010 ConferenceJanuary 14-17, 2010 | Nashville, TennesseeREGISTER HEREThe annual USASBE conference is one of the premier gatherings of entrepreneurship scholars and educators in the world. It is also a great place to learn of best practices in entrepreneurship education and program development, with recognition given annually to the model academic programs, pedagogy, and outreach efforts in the United States.USASBE 2010 will take place at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel & Resort, which is located in downtown Nashville within the vibrant business district. The property is within walking distance of the Sommet Center, LP Field, B.B. ... 12/1/2009 12:06:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=283 Welcome to the November 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.Season’s Greetings from the ICSB! For many of us, December is one of the most enjoyable months of the year. It is a time rich in community, charity and happiness. On behalf of the ICSB Board of Directors and Affiliate Presidents, we would like to wish you a very safe and happy holiday season. The ICSB Bulletin for November provides us with a summary of two affiliate conferences, a preview of two more upcoming conferences, and a number of other organizational and worldwide ... 12/1/2009 11:19:10 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=282 Call for Papers Second International Workshop on Entrepreneurship, Culture, Finance, and Economic Development Where: Cartagena, Spain When: June 17-18, 2010 Research in entrepreneurship and small business has grown considerably during the last decade. The conditions generated by the global financial crisis have triggered the analysis of the role played by entrepreneurs in economic growth during downturns. Variations in entrepreneurial behaviour within and across societies may account for different rates of growth, productivity, development, and therefore differences in the speed of economic recovery from the crisis. In this context, the 2nd International Workshop on Entrepreneurship, Culture, Finance and Economic Development will become a forum for discussing recent research conducted on entrepreneurship and small business. This workshop was preceded by the 1st Entrepreneurship, Culture, Finance and Economic Development developed at Caen University in ... 11/30/2009 5:19:49 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=281 The RENT XXIII Conference took place in Budapest, Hungary, on November 19-20, 2009. The conference was hosted by Corvinus University, Budapest, and co-organised by ECSB and EIASM. The main theme for the conference was"Entrepreneurial Growth of the Firm".The growing participant figures supported RENT’s claim of being the premier European research conference in entrepreneurship. More than 260 registered delegates participated and over 150 papers were presented in the conference.This year there were three events organized before the conference: a Pre-RENT Policy Forum “Entrepreneurship Policy in Times of Crisis”, a Doctoral Seminar as well as an ECSB Collaborative Research Round-Table. All pre-events were ... 11/25/2009 8:55:55 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=280 Kauffman Foundation-funded report shows sharp drop in firm entry and significant increase in firm exit in 12 countriesTimely Indicators report is part of the second annual publication of the joint OECD-Eurostat Entrepreneurship Indicator Programme(KANSAS CITY, Mo.), Nov. 19, 2009 –As part of Global Entrepreneurship Week (Nov. 16 – 22), the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) today unveiled the first indications of how the economic slump has impacted entrepreneurship in the United States and 11 other countries in 2008 and most of 2009. The report, Timely Entrepreneurship Indicators, shows that firm formation declined and exits increased, which economists say could have ... 11/24/2009 2:36:06 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=279 On 13 November 2009, The Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB PR&C) held its 2nd Annual Research Symposium at Turabo University in Gurabo, Puerto Rico. The Symposium was geared toward Master and Doctoral students in the Business Administration fields. Students from business graduate programs from Colleges and Universities in the Caribbean Region were invited to participate. These students presented their research projects and findings as well as their research methodology to an engaging audience of nearly 100 participants. Dr. Jaime L. Santiago-Canet, President of ICSB PR&C, led a panel of distinguished researchers and educators to evaluate the ... 11/24/2009 2:05:54 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=278 November 20, 2009 | Global Entrepreneurship Week | November 16-22, 2009 | Editor: Paige IngramGEW 2009 reaches all parts of the worldIn Denmark... GEW became the largest ever initiative aimed at promoting growth and entrepreneurship in Denmark. The Week took off on Monday when Danish Vice Prime Minister Lene Espersen hosted a summit in Copenhagen, leading a debate about the roles and responsibilities of different parts of society – the eco-system of entrepreneurship. The rest of the week offered more than 100 events, advisory sessions, idea competitions, workshops and presentations across Denmark, designed to appeal to a wide audience – from executives with growth ... 11/24/2009 1:08:51 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=277 To: International Council for Small Business (ICSB) Affiliates and SecretariatsFrom: Professor Claire MasseySenior Vice President for ProgramsInternational Council for Small BusinessSubject: Call for Proposals to host the 2013 World Conferencedue 4 January 2010 5pm EST.Date: 9 November 2009On behalf of the ICSB Board of Directors I am pleased to send you this Request for Proposals to host the 2013 ICSB World Conference. The ICSB World Conference schedule is set through 2012:2006 Melbourne, Australia – SEAANZ2007 Turku, Finland – ECSB2008 Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada – CCSBE/CCPME2010 Seoul, South Korea – KOSBI2010 Ohio, USA – USABE2011 Stockholm, Sweden – ECSB2012 Wellington, New Zealand ... 11/16/2009 11:09:04 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=276 SOROS FOUNDATION-KYRGYZSTAN AND CURRICULUM RESOURCE CENTER (CRC) announce Course Development Competition Call for Proposals 2009The Curriculum Resource Center (CRC) of the Central European University, sponsored by the Higher Education Support Program of the Open Society Institute, announces a call for proposals to develop new, innovative and relevant university courses. DEADLINEApplications need to arrive to CRC by 30 November 2009 (to the address: CRC - Central European University, 1051 Budapest, Nador u. 9, Hungary or to the cdc@ceu.hu e-mail address)Program description1. Applicants are invited to develop and teach a one or two semester long course in the discipline areas listed below. The course should be ... 11/12/2009 2:42:07 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=275 Dell Hosts Virtual IT Strategy Panel Discussion with EntrepreneursCLICK HERE TO REGISTERWHAT: Dell will host a virtual panel discussion featuring entrepreneurs from Brazil, Canada, Mexico and the United States. This discussion will focus on how SMBs are using technology to cut costs, increase efficiency, improve customer relations and grow.WHY: Today’s global credit crunch is hampering innovation opportunities for small business owners. With lenders going bankrupt, turning away loan seekers and scaling back small business lending initiatives, SMBs will look for other opportunities to innovate and technology will be a key driver.The 2009 Dell Small Business Excellence Awards identified and awarded 130 small businesses worldwide that ... 11/11/2009 3:41:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=274 ESBA Bulletin of 10 November 2009 - Volume 11 - Number 17HEADLINEEU/Taxation: The Commission plans to introduce an EU-wide carbon taxOn 4 November, a high-ranking European Commission official from DGTaxud, responsible for taxation and customs union, announced the Commission's plans to introduce an EU-wide carbon tax. The Commission intends to review the 2003 Energy Taxation Directive with the aim of introducing a CO2-related element to the existing taxation of energy products and electricity. The proposal is currently in its draft version, and is expected to be finalised early next year by the new Commission. The main aim of the proposal is ... 11/11/2009 12:27:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=273 Entrepreneurship Education Down Under! Building Entrepreneurs from the Ground Up Today in Australia more than half of the country’s universities are offering entrepreneurship courses with an aim to promote innovation and the recognition of new opportunities. At the front of this movement are the students themselves and the people who teach them. On one hand you have students who want to be educated by ‘pracademics’ and demand experiential and learner centric activity, and on the other hand you have teachers who design course work around program requirements and their individual perspectives. While there are some differences in the approach to entrepreneurship education, all seem to agree that there is indeed a demand to ... 11/5/2009 6:43:28 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=272 This exciting non-profit Fair Trade marketplace empowers women embroiderers from Bangladesh, organic coffee farmers in Chiapas, weavers on the Thai-Myanmar border, physically disabled producers from Kenya, artists from Nepal, and a growing range of grass roots groups to manage their own web catalogs to sell their beautiful items directly to final buyers like you.Please tell all your friends to tell their friends about this remarkable marketplace by sending emails or one-click postings to Facebook and Twitter from any page on any catalog. You can help double the income of Fair Trade producers (without raising the prices to buyers), but we all ... 11/4/2009 6:27:09 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=271 Date: April 16-18, 2010 Venue: Dreams Resort HotelCity: Cancun, MexicoThe 2010 FERC theme -Relax and Trust- celebrates trust as a critical component in the sustainability of family firms. This concept can be traced back to Prof. Miguel Angel Gallo who identified trust as the defining characteristic of family firms. Relax not only reflects the location for the 2010 conference, but more importantly, relaxing is a behavioral outcome derived from the tacit knowledge that family members have similar values and ethics that guide both family and firm. Because family members trust, they can relax. Harvard Business Review’s June, 2009 issue has a special section on “Rebuilding Trust” indicating the need ... 11/4/2009 6:15:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=270 Greetings from the ICSB Immediate Past President, Dr. Charles Matthews.One of my roles as past president is the chairing of the Nominating Committee for the next slate of officers. We have made the nominating process as transparent as possible.We ask that all who believe they can serve ICSB, do so by serving on the Board of Directors. If you have the experience and will, I invite you to review the survey and submit a name for the 2010-2011 slate of officers.If you have any questions, please contact me (matthech@ucmail.uc.edu) or the International Office (icsb@gwu.edu- tel +1-202-994-0704).Please click here to Submit an Online ... 11/3/2009 12:31:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=268 SBANC Newsletter October 27, 2009 Issue - 2009 QUOTE “You will never “find” time for anything. If you want time, you must make it.” -Charles Bruxton FEATURE PAPER Different Price Indices and The Implication For The Federal Reserve Reaction Function: An Empirical Study This paper was written by Christopher N. Annala, by Anthony Yanxiang Gu, and by Shuo Chen all from the State University of New York at Geneseo. It was presented in the Allied Academies 2009 Las Vegas Conference. Abstract This paper demonstrates the importance of properly measuring inflation when estimating Federal Reserve reaction functions. Based on static Taylor rule type reaction functions the median consumer price index (MCPI) is a better measure ... 11/2/2009 8:11:53 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=267 The 2009 Annual Conference of the Canadian Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (CCSBE) was recently held in Toronto, Ontario at the Ted Rogers School of Management at Ryerson University. The annual conference is Canada’s premier Small Business and Entrepreneurship event, where educators, entrepreneurs, policy-makers, and practitioners can connect with the country’s best and brightest minds to explore how entrepreneurs are fueling the future growth of the Canadian economy. CCSBE is the only national membership-based organization in Canada whose goals are to promote and advance the development of small business and entrepreneurship through research, education and training, networking and ... 11/2/2009 7:52:09 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=266 When Small Means Complex: Insights from Complexity Science for research in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Presenter: Luca Iandoli (ECSB President-Elect)Co-authors: Cristina Ponsiglione, Giuseppe Zollo (University of Naples Federico II, Naples (Italy)When: Thursday November 26 at 15:00. (Europe, Rome)Click here to REGISTER now*Space is limited to first 100 registrants so complete your registration early to secure a place.Detailed Time Schedule15:00 - 16:30 (Europe, Rome)14:00 - 15:30 (Europe, Dublin)09:00 - 10:30 (Washington DC)11:00 - 12:30 (Sao Paulo)22:00 - 23:30 (Seoul)24:00 - 01:30 (Sydney)08:00 - 09:30 (Mexico City)Traditional research methods in entrepreneurship and more generally, in social sciences, are classified into quantitative ... 11/1/2009 4:21:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=265 Welcome to the October 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.The ICSB Bulletin for the month of October is a Double Issue. With a plethora of news stories published over the last 30 days, ICSB is excited to bring them to you in this edition of the Bulletin. As you scroll down the page, you will find an interesting mix of stories covering Affiliate News and Conferences, the 2010 ICSB World Conference, the Journal of Small Business Management, Global Entrepreneurship Week and much more. We ... 11/1/2009 3:36:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=264 October 22, 2009Global Entrepreneurship Week | November 16-22, 2009Challenge Your WorldIn connection with Global Entrepreneurship Week 2009, Challenge Your World will launch an Idea Challenge entitled Action for a Better World. IdeaMakers from across the globe cansubmit their ideas for sustainable businesses that have a positive impact on society and the environment.The videos already submitted are not just compelling and feasible business ideas--they're also really cool. Check them out and submit your own by November 8.The top IdeaMaker will receive $5000US, 3 months of development support and services, and will be recognized during Challenge Your World Rendez-Vous 09. This event, which is happening in Montreal during GEW, will ... 10/28/2009 11:46:28 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=263 Did You Know that JSBM:Ranked in the 2007 Financial Times Top 40!Highest percent increase in total citations from January 1995 to December 2005, in the field of Business & Economics according to Thomson Scientifics' Journal Citation Report for the Social Sciences Edition.Oldest, largest circulated and most respected journals in our field, SSCI indexed.Find out what your colleagues are reading inJSBMI!Click on the links below for FREE access to the most downloaded articles from the Journal of Small Business Management.The Impact of Knowledge Resources on New Venture PerformanceG. Page West III and Terry W. NoelMarket Orientation and Internationalization in Small and Medium-Sized EnterprisesJulia M. Armario, ... 10/22/2009 3:19:58 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=262 EIASM Newsletter, October 2009Announcing a New President, Vice President and 3 Members of the EIASM Managing BoardAt its meeting in General Assembly on 20 September 2009, the EIASM Managing Board unanimously elected Professor Marianne Stenius as its new President to succeed Professor Paul Coughlan from Trinity College Dublin whose second three-year term of office ended.Professor Stenius has recently been re-elected as Rector of the Hanken School of Economics, an office that she holds since 1993. Apart from being Rector, she is also Professor of Finance at the School. Marianne Stenius received her PhD in Econimics at the Hanken School of Economics. She is actively involved in the ... 10/22/2009 2:47:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=261 2008 Dell Global Small Business Excellence Award winner Wiggly Wigglers is featured in the latest edition of the SmartBrief on Entrepreneurs eNewsletter. As part of an article by Lauren Fisher titled 5 Small Businesses Successfully Using Social Media, Wiggly Wigglers and it's founder Heather Gorringe are highlighted as being an 'excellent example of a real local company making it big online.' Wiggly Wigglers, a garden store in rural England, uses demo videos, podcasts and Twitter to put a "face" on the business and stand out from the crowd. The company proves that social media can help boost even small businesses in traditional, nontechnical areas, ... 10/22/2009 12:07:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=260 October 2009We hope this brief newsletter finds you busily working to improve knowledge and action in the field of women's entrepreneurship. Whether you are an educator, researcher, policy maker or practitioner, ICSB's Women's Entrepreneurship Committee has some news to share that we hope will be of interest to you.6th Annual Best Paper Award for Women's Entrepreneurship GivenOur congratulations go out to Muhammad Azam Roomi of the University of Bedfordshire in the UK, for winning the ICSB's 6th annual award for Best Paper in Women's Entrepreneurship. His paper, "Entrepreneurial Capital, Social Values and Islamic Traditions: Growth of Women-Owned Enterprises in Pakistan," and ... 10/20/2009 4:45:28 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=259 Entrepreneurship is a contact sport that is best learned by doing. In this month’s issue we include program ideas that offer experiential learning opportunities for your students that range from intensive to simple. Two programs we feature this month are intensive summer experiences that immerse students into the entrepreneurial process. Another is a program that links university researchers with entrepreneurship students. Finally, we see a couple of simple exercises that give students a common entrepreneurial experience to use as a base of learning.Summer Venture ProgramBabson College ran its first Summer Venture Program this past summer. Teams of Babson Undergraduate and MBA students skipped their ... 10/20/2009 12:17:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=258 Click here to submit an Abstract today!Website: www.icsb2010.orgTheme: Entrepreneurship: Bridging Global BoundariesDate: 24-27 June 2010Venue: Historic Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza HotelCincinnati, Ohio, USAOn behalf of the ICSB 2010 Organizing Committee, we are very excited to invite you join us in beautiful Cincinnati, OH, USA for the55th AnniversaryICSB World Conference. We invite you to submit your paper, workshop/symposium proposals to be presented during the conference.The abstract submission web site is now open for your submissions. Please click here to visit our online submission page.Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 February 2010Notification of Acceptance: 15 March 2010Submission of Accepted Full Papers:12 April 2010The ICSB World Conference provides a unique ... 10/19/2009 7:14:17 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=257 Welcome from the Executive DirectorCenter for Entrepreneurship Education & ResearchHello Everyone,Welcome back to Fall Quarter! Outside my UC office window, Burnett Woods is awash in a sea of Autumn colors as we welcome over 90 undergraduate Entrepreneurship majors back to campus for 2009-10. Last year, over 200 students of all majors and multiple colleges enrolled in our undergraduate and MBA entrepreneurship courses. We currently have three outstanding doctoral students focused on small, entrepreneurial, and family business research.As you look over the Fall issue of E-News & Views, you will see stories about UC alumni entrepreneurs (Chris Downie, SparkPeople; Phil Gettinger and ... 10/14/2009 12:00:18 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=256 The Swedish Entrepreneurship Forum, Embassy of Sweden and the Swedish government agency Growth Analysis hereby invite you to a morning seminar, Friday, October 30th, at 8.30 – 12.00 followed by lunch. Please find the invitation link below, as well as registration details and the speaker list, which includes a number of distinguished ICSB members.For details, please see enclosed invitation.Please register by October 28 by e-mail to: eva.ohlin@growthanalysis.seAmong the speakers: professors Zoltan Acs and Paul D. Reynolds, George Mason University, Rebel A. Cole, De Paul University and David Robinson, Duke University; Senior Research Economist, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Jim Spletzer and Executive Director at the IMF, Jens Henriksson.Ambassador Jonas Hafström will open the seminar.Highlights in ... 10/14/2009 11:20:14 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=255 October 7, 2009 Global Entrepreneurship Week | November 16-22, 2009United Nations joins the WeekThe United Nations Agencies in Geneva (UNCTAD, ILO, UNDP, UNECE, UNIDO, ITC and others) are collaborating to host an event at the UN offices in Geneva during Global Entrepreneurship Week. The event will include a kick-off reception, followed by a week-long display in one of the main areas of the UN building. The display will highlight the entrepreneurship work of the various UN agencies and will provide an opportunity for the delegations of the 192 member countries of the UN to learn more about the importance of entrepreneurship and the ... 10/14/2009 10:53:03 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=252 10/12/2009 8:55:39 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=251 Promoting Entrepreneurship in the Global Economy – the role of education, policy and research Featuring global experts from the International Council of Small Business (ICSB)Adya Room, Marriott Hotel16 Saray El Gezira Street, Zamalek Monday, October 19, 2009 09:30 – 10:00 Registration 10:00 – 10:30 Opening remarks - Mr. Amr Gohar, President of the Middle East Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (MCSBE), and Ms. Annette St-Onge, President of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) Special ... 10/8/2009 7:46:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=250 PresenterDr. Thomas M. CooneyPresident, European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB)Director, Institute for Minority Entrepreneurship at the Dublin Institute of TechnologyDate: October 22, 2009This interactive ECSB webinar, supported by the International Council for Small Business (ICSB), was aimed at helping academics to develop their ability to write case studies that they can use as part of their teaching pedagogy. The 90 minute session held on Thursday, October 22, 2009 highlighted the key approaches to be taken when writing case studies and how they can be used to maximize the learning experience for students.Writing Cases for Teaching Entrepreneurship attracted about 40 participants ... 10/8/2009 6:58:29 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=249 Generate New Business and Learnby: Pasi Malinen, ICSB Board Memberemail: pasi.malinen@tse.fiThe Business Development Laboratory (BDL)1is an Entrepreneurship education programme which networks the academic researchers, Business students, Law students and local new venture support services. The BDL is built on the university-industry cooperation and is a joint project of Turku School of Economics, Business and Innovation development BID, University of Turku and Turku Science Park Ltd.The programme has two target groups; university students and university researchers. It offers the students a practical learning experience and an opportunity to acquaint themselves with a career in high technology SMEs. On the other hand, it offers ... 10/8/2009 5:55:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=247 Inter ICSB 2009Available HereThe papers selected for this year's edition of Inter ICSB highlight the 2008 ICSB World Conference in Halifax, Canada. The mission of Inter ICSB is to serve as the distribution channel for these exceptional research papers that have been previously presented and are now available to our entire online network. The process of selection for Inter ICSB follows that of a refereed journal. We utilized a double-blind review process for academic publication of the articles. For your reference, the ISBN for Inter ICSB: 2008 World Conference is -978-0-9819028-1-4.Editorial from ICSB Director-at-Large Pasi MalinenIt is my great pleasure, as editor, to launch The Second Inter-ICSB online ... 10/6/2009 4:56:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=246 The new un-textbook edited by entrepreneurship professor Dr. Fred Kiesner and twenty other master entrepreneurship educators and entrepreneurs.Creating Entrepreneurs is an ACTION-ORIENTED primer and toolbox of SURE-FIRE ideas and answers to burning entrepreneurial education problems, issues, questions, and guidance for developing WORLD-CLASS entrepreneurship education programs and creating the entrepreneurial WINNERS of tomorrow!!!Get 20% off* with discount code ws7220Order at www.worldscibooks.com/business/7217.htmlFrom the publisher:'!!!!!' is what the book gives, '!!!!' is what the book gets. Creating Entrepreneurs: Making Miracles Happen is an explosion of real-world tips for the aspiring entrepreneur. Deeply insightful, passionate and entertaining, it challenges the reader to think, fell and DO! ... 10/5/2009 3:08:27 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=245 Registration for TIC Americas 2010 Opened October 1, 2009 Young entrepreneurs under age thirty-six (36) can begin to register their team in the 2010 Talent and Innovation of the Americas (TIC Americas) when the on-line phase starts on Thursday, October, 1, 2009, according to the Young Americas Business Trust (YABT). YABT announced that in 2010 there will be new opportunities for young people in the Americas and Peru to create and grow their business idea. “TIC Americas / Peru 2010 will offer new award categories in the field of natural resources,” stated Roy Thomasson, CEO of the Young Americas Business Trust. He continued, “In 2010, projects will be accepted in Spanish or English. ... 10/5/2009 1:03:29 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=244 Welcome to the September 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month.September’s ICSB Bulletin culminates a busy month for our network and highlights some of the exciting events to come across the affiliates. To start, CCSBE, ECSB and PR&C will all hold conferences in the next two months addressing specific topics related to small business development and entrepreneurship research. Please refer to the articles below to register and learn more about each event. In September, Dell Inc. and ICSB announced the 2009 National Winners for the Dell Global Small Business Excellence Award. Held ... 10/1/2009 12:35:49 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=242 Innovation and Entrepreneurship in UniversitiesApril 25-27, 2010 in Joensuu, FinlandSECOND CALL FOR PAPERS, WORKSHOPS AND POSTERSThe third international FINPIN conference will be a meeting and discussion forum for both practitioners and researchers, and theory and practice are equally emphasised in the programme.We are now calling for oral presentation papers, workshops and posters on the above mentioned themes. We would like to encourage you to submit abstracts of conceptually or empirically focused proposals.If you have the knowledge and experience to lead a workshop, we would also appreciate receiving proposals for thematic workshops in the FINPIN2010 Conference.When submitting proposals please send an abstract ... 10/1/2009 11:34:23 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=241 Learn, Network & Celebrate with Leaders of the Fastest-Growing Companies in AmericaThe Premier Event for EntrepreneursThe 2009 Inc. 500 Conference & Awards Ceremony celebrates the 28th anniversary of Inc.magazine's revered ranking of America's fastest-growing privately held companies. The momentous event brings together current Inc. 5000 honorees and alumni of the list, along with the greater business community, to recognize the remarkable achievements of these companies and the great contributions they have made to the global economy.The event offers educational sessions, rousing keynotes, important networking, and unforgettable special events. Past speakers have included Former U.S. President Bill Clinton, Intuit founder Scott Cook, best-selling author ... 9/25/2009 11:10:21 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=240 Dell Honours Most Innovative Small and Mid-Size Businesses in 13 Countries as Part of 2009 Global Dell Small Business Excellence AwardFounded in 2004 by Dell, the Small Business Excellence Award recognizes companies using technology to better serve customers and grow. Just as Michael Dell did 25 years ago in starting his own small business, award honorees understand that listening and delivering on behalf of customers is instrumental to business success. Today, the award has expanded to 13 countries worldwide, honoured more than 370 companies, and is an important source of inspiration given today’s global economic crisis.Listed below, the 13 national winners selected from ... 9/24/2009 6:05:29 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=239 Global Entrepreneurship Week | November 16-22, 2009Speednetwork the Globe goes virtual!Speednetwork the Globekicked off as one of this year's official activities with the world's first online Speednetwork the Globe event, held September 15. Organised by theLille International Knowledge Exchange, the event included live links between countries as diverse as the UK and Burkina Faso.You can host your own Speednetwork the Globe event during the Week.The event is simple: all you need is a whistle and a group of people wanting to network! Gatherings can be as smallas ... 9/22/2009 1:09:23 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=238 For faculty interested in teaching, researching and learning in the field of social entrepreneurship.This issue of Social Entrepreneurship Education in the news holds articles on topics such as adaptive blueprinting and the 10 best social enterprises of 2009 and also provides users with resources and information on upcoming conferences in the field of social entrepreneurship.Click here to download the full newsletter. 9/22/2009 11:55:39 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=237 This weekend, Loyola Marymount University’s College of Business Administration accepted a $5 million endowment for its nationally ranked Center for Entrepreneurship at a dedication Saturday. In keeping with the donor’s wishes, the center was renamed for its founder, one of LMU’s longest-serving professors, Fred Kiesner. The Fred Kiesner Center for Entrepreneurship, thanks to the generosity of the Valenta Family, will have the means to compete for the best faculty, develop new courses, and complement its curriculum with speaker events, networking opportunities, hands-on experience and service activities. “This generous gift will guarantee that Fred Kiesner’s legacy—this highly regarded and nationally recognized program—will ... 9/21/2009 10:47:11 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=236 Join us at the Ted Rogers School of Management at Ryerson University for a weekend dedicated to the advancement of entrepreneurial excellence in Canada. You will be joined by entrepreneurs, policy-makers, academics and practitioners to discuss and present a range of topics relevant to fueling growth in CAnada through the commercialization of innovation. Speakers Include Tom Brzustowski- RBC professor, Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa and Chair, Institute for Quantum Computing, University of Waterloo Ian Delaney- Chairman & CEO, Sherrit International Corporation Phillip Phan- Professor & Vice Dean for Faculty and Research, Carey Business School, Johns Hopkins University Randy Pilon - President & CEO, Virox Technologies ... 9/15/2009 7:11:54 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=235 ECSB would like to present "Entrepreneurship & Growth in Local, Regional and National Economies", a publication on the frontiers in European Entrepreneurship Research. This state-of-the-art book provides a window on contemporary European entrepreneurship and small business research.The papers selected demonstrate the applied nature of entrepreneurship research, as well as the various contributions that entrepreneurship can make to local, regional and national development. Written by international experts, the book reveals the heterogeneity of entrepreneurship in terms of substantive content and the methodologies employed.With both quantitative and qualitative approaches well represented, Entrepreneurship and Growth in Local, Regional and National Economies covers topics such as regional perspectives on entrepreneurship, new venture creation and ... 9/13/2009 8:13:23 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=234 HEADLINEEU/Innovation: Major differences in R&D spending across EuropeOn 8 September, Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Communities, presented new figures for R&D spending for the EU 27. In 2007, R&D spending in the EU accounted for 229 million Euros, corresponding to 1.85% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The amount is stable in comparison with figures of 2006. The statistics reveal clear discrepancies in R&D spending across the EU as well as differences in employment figures of people working in the R&D sector. For example, Sweden and Finland spent 3.60% and 3.47% respectively, whereas 10 other EU Member States spent less ... 9/13/2009 7:58:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=233 Integrating Social Media into Your Teaching: Part I – Learning to Blog Written by: Dr. Ayman El Tarabishy (email: ayman@gwu.edu)Executive Director, International Council for Small BusinessResearch Professor, The George Washington University Most students and educators are now aware of what social media are and how their use impacts our communication. Social media tools include online blogs (short for “web logs”); “Wikis,” web sites that are open to contributions by anyone (the best known probably being Wikipedia); and Twitter, the name of both a method for sending short text messages to a broad audience and the organization that supports this tool. Formal internet sites that support social media contacts include My Space and ... 9/11/2009 3:27:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=232 2nd International Conference on Corporate Governance(In Privately Owned Firms, Public Firms and Other Enterprises)Date: February 7 - 9, 2010Venue: School of Business, Economics and Public Policy, University of New England Sydney, NSW, AustraliaSponsor: University of New England *in conjunction with UNE International Academy, Top Education Group Sydney Interested in Attending?Please email your contact details to brian.gibson@une.edu.au to be placed on a mailing list for updated information.TAX INVOICE REGISTRATION FORMClick here to download Registration Form.CALL FOR PAPERSThis conference will focus on all aspects of corporate governance. Papers that place an emphasis on China, India and other Asian countries are particularly welcome Issues will include (but not be limited to):structures and roles of advisory boards and ... 9/10/2009 8:06:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=231 3E Learning (www.3e-learning.org) is pleased to announce the 2010 Innovative Entrepreneurship Education Competition. This competition offers you a chance to be rewarded for what you already do - create innovative experiential exercises for teaching entrepreneurship!This year, thanks to the sponsorship of the Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence (CFEE), we have prizes of $500 for 1st place, $250 for 2nd place, and $100 for 3rd place to be awarded at the annual USASBE conference in Nashville, TN. All you need is to go to: http://www.3e-learning.org/submit.asp and submit your innovative ENTREPRENEURSHIP EXPERIENTIAL EXERCISES.Ideas of all kinds are welcome, be they short solitary exercises or ... 9/10/2009 3:04:27 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=230 ** Attention Future Leaders and Scholars in Entrepreneurship ** Announcing the 3rd Annual USASBE Doctoral ConsortiumNashville, TNThursday January 14, 2010 Don’t miss this opportunity for career enhancement and networking with today’s entrepreneurship education senior scholars and leaders and tomorrow’s promising researchers, scholars and educators in the entrepreneurship. Sign up today and qualify for a scholarship covering the cost of the consortium, the full USASBE conference and some support for housing costs. Don’t delay a limited number of slots are available. Deadline October 17, 2009. See selection criteria for what is needed to qualify for acceptance to the consortium and eligibility for ... 9/10/2009 1:09:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=229 EIASM, September 8, 2009SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTAsia Research Fellowships available to:Young Researchers & Phd Students submitting papers to the“2nd ASIAN MANAGEMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOP”The G2G project, offers ten (10) fellowships (free attendance)The Gate2Growth Academic Network in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Finance was launched in the summer of 2002 as a part of the Gate2Growth Initiative (www.gate2growth.com), which was sponsored by the European Commission’s Innovation Policy Unit and supported by EIASM and the Vlerick Leuven Ghent Management School.“Asia in Europe” is Timely:The 2nd Asian-focused Workshop is a space for scholars based in Europe to gather and discuss current research on management and entrepreneurship in Asia. Participants ... 9/9/2009 4:41:06 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=228 September 2009 E-Center News and Views Lifetime Achievement for Entreprenuership Award Winner Oscar Robertson Inducted into FIBA Hall of Fame Oscar Robertson, CoB '60 and HonDoc '07, UC sports legend and extraordinary entrepreneur, has been recognized for his global impact as well. The Fédération Internationale de Basketball (FIBA) has inducted him into its International Basketball Hall of Fame. The E-Center awarded Mr. Robertson its 2008 Lifetime Achievement Award for Entrepreneurship in recognition of his high standards, vision, leadership, and generosity in giving to others, which has been consistently demonstrated throughout a lifetime of successful entrepreneurial pursuits. Congratulations, Oscar! Click Here for Full Story Tour De ... 9/8/2009 5:27:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=227 September 1, 2009 Global Entrepreneurship Week |November 16-22, 2009 Mentoring Madness returns November 16Mentoring Madness, sponsored by NYSE Euronext, offers aspiring entrepreneurs and those curious about entrepreneurship a chance to ask questions, get first-hand advice and hear candid answers from those who are at the top of their game. This year’s event, taking placeNovember 16 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., will be moderated by Maria Bartiromo of CNBC and feature a panel of several high-profile entrepreneurs, including Blake Mycoskie, founder and Chief Shoe Giver of TOMS Shoes. Also in attendance will be the finalists from "Movers & Changers," a one-of-a-kind, nationwide search for creative ... 9/7/2009 7:47:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=225 Council Releases Report from Atlanta Town Hall Meeting The National Women's Business Council released a new report this month featuring the major outcomes and recommendations from its April town hall meeting in Atlanta, Georgia. The seventh in a series of town hall meetings across the country, the discussions at the Atlanta event tackled timely themes like the implications of the economic downturn on small business owners' access to capital and the challenges of finding affordable health care. The report outlines participants' major policy recommendations on these and other topics, such as taxes, workforce development, and procurement. The Council will use the recommendations to guide the formation of future policy recommendations to ... 9/2/2009 9:41:10 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=224 September 4, 2009 Uganda Entrepreneurs Business Foundation in conjunction with the Ministry of Tourism, Trade and Industry with pleasure invites you to participate in this inaugural Small Business Week to be held from the 10th – 14th September 2009 at Hotel Africana, People’s Space. This first ever-unique event aims to provide a platform for all players in the micro, small and medium enterprise sector to network and learn from each other as well as share experiences and also directly interact with other stakeholders from government, academia and professionals. Small Business Week serves as your National Platform to explore business opportunities, learn from the latest SME market trends, establish contacts, network, exchange views ... 9/2/2009 9:34:34 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=223 The Center for Entrepreneurship Development at Universidad Icesi, invites to the XX Latin American Congress on Entrepreneurship to be held at Universidad Icesi, in Cali, Colombia, from October 7 to 9 of October of 2009. The keynote speakers will be Ignacio de la Vega Instituto de Empresa (Spain), Elsie Echeverry(University of Texas at Austin and IC2(USA), Jaehoo Lee Market Economy Research Institute(Korea). There will be papers from USA, México, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Perú, Bolivia, Chile, Venezuela, Brasil . Two workshops, Entrepreneurs testimonies and panel and cultural acts will round up the program. For detailed information please visit the web page ... 9/2/2009 8:25:24 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=222 Welcome to the August 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. The August edition of the ICSB Bulletin welcomes many of us back to the academic year after a summer away. Since the ICSB World Conference was held at the end of June, the International Office and Board of Directors have been working hard to complete their respective work plan initiatives and prepare for future deliverables. We also have strived to stay ‘in the entrepreneurship sphere,' as a means to provide you with the important announcements ... 9/1/2009 2:14:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=221 Entrepreneurs as Agents of Creativity in Times of Crisis Date: 21-22-23 February 2010Place: Advancia, Paris, France Call for Contributions “The fundamental impulse that sets and keeps the capitalist engine in motion comes from the new consumers' goods, the new methods of production or transportation, the new markets, the new forms of industrial organization that capitalist enterprise creates”. – Joseph Schumpeter (1942) Schumpeter's notion of ‘creative destruction' may not have been conceptualised for a time of global economic recession, but this seminal idea does offer an interesting perspective towards identifying a positive outcome to the challenges faced by entrepreneurs and policy-makers in today's economic environment. ... 9/1/2009 1:11:02 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=220 International Journal of Innovation Management (IJIM) Special Issue on Open Innovation and the Integration of Suppliers Call for Papers Guest Editor Dr. Alexander Brem, School of Business and Economics, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, and VEND consulting GmbH, Nuremberg: brem@vend-consulting.de Background Open innovation describes an innovation paradigm shift from a closed to an open innovation model (Chesbrough, 2003). With this idea, the term open innovation became one of the most common used buzzwords of recent years, with a plethora of research. To date, many companies are already using these principles in practice as well, especially when it comes to the integration of customers. However, the concept has been criticized ... 9/1/2009 12:00:13 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=219 ONLINE REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! Early Bird registration deadline: 28 September 2009 Accommodation booking deadline: 23 October 2009 Online registration is now open for the 36th International Small Business Congress (ISBC 2009) being held from 29 November - 2 December 2009 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Brisbane, Queensland. Conference Details: Website: http://www.isbc2009.org/ Dates: 29 Nov - 2 Dec 2009 Venue: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Australia Expected Number of Delegates: 300+ worldwide Contact: Event Planners Australia +61 7 3858 5523 info@isbc2009.org Click here to download a copy of the partnership & exhibition prospectus Early Bird Payment(on or before 28 September) Standard Payment (on or before 23 October) Late Payment(on or after 24 ... 9/1/2009 11:37:26 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=218 Dear Colleagues, My two year term as President began on July 1st 2009 and I would like to begin my first Newsletter by sincerely thanking Professor Friederike Welter for the superb job that she did as President over the last two years. She has introduced many new initiatives and has the led the organisation expertly through the new challenges that all organisations now face in a dramatically changing environment. We wish her every success with her future endeavours. One of my primary goals during my term of office is to increase further the benefits that you receive as a member of ECSB. While ... 9/1/2009 11:34:15 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=217 To those who have been away for the summer, welcome back! It is hard to believe that the new academic year is upon us! We look forward to offering you more great program and classroom ideas for this academic year. We invite you to pass along your favorite classroom exercise, program innovation, or any other useful information you want to share with your entrepreneurship educator colleagues around the globe. New Social Entrepreneurship Student Organization Creates Social Change in AfricaSocial entrepreneurs are by their very nature action - oriented. A new organization called Edun LIVE On Campus (ELOC) takes students well beyond the conventional ... 9/1/2009 11:17:59 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=216 Family Business Review - Special IssueSeptember 2011 Marketing and Family Businesses Guest Editors Eileen Fischer York University, efischer@schulich.yorku.ca A. Rebecca Reuber University of Toronto, reuber@rotman.utoronto.ca Published since 1988, Family Business Review is an interdisciplinary scholarly forum to publish conceptual, theoretical and empirical research aimed to advance the understanding of family enterprise around the world. Scholars and practitioners have traditionally searched for new insights into the causal processes underlying the differential characteristics of these firms in terms of organizational behaviour, governance structures, financial and social performance, and prospects for sustainable business. To date, however, there has been relatively little consideration of whether family firms differ systematically from non-family firms ... 8/31/2009 1:01:25 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=215 Ladies and Gentlemen: As Dr. Meyer and I indicated in January of this year at the USASBE Doctoral Consortium, USASBE is part of an international consortium of affiliated member organizations called "International Council for Small Business (ICSB). As such, USASBE's counterpart in Europe is the European Council for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (ECSB). ESCB has their own doctoral consortium every November at the annual RENT Conference. RENT XXIII Conference Place: Budapest, Hungary - Corvinus University, http://www.corvinus-uni.hu/ Date: November 19-20, 2009 Contact: Ms. Graziella Michelante - EIASM Conference ManagerEmail: michelante@eiasm.be As graduates of the 2009 USASBE Doctoral Consortium, you are eligible to submit a proposal for funding to attend the 2009 ... 8/28/2009 1:49:03 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=214 EIASM Newsletter, September 2009 Contents 2009 Academic Council Meeting at Hanken, Helsinki, Finland A tribute to Anthony Hopwood Professor Ursula Schneider in Memoriam ERIM Selected for Prestigious Graduate Programme Invitation to Participate in a Survey Study Conducted by a PhD Student from an EIASM Member Institution Doctoral Colloquium on Intellectual Capital 1st Workshop on Managing European Cities : Strategies and Governance for a New Urbanism 4th Forum on Market Driven Supply Chains Workshop on Strategic Human Resource Management - 25th Anniversary! MAR 2010 – Interdisciplinary Research in Cost, Profitability and Performance Management in Manufacturing, Logistics and Service Operations 1st Interdisciplinary Market Studies Workshop Upcoming EIASM Conferences and Workshops Upcoming EDEN Doctoral Seminars EAA Annual Congress & Doctoral Colloquium 2010 EARIE ... 8/28/2009 10:41:57 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=213 Dear Colleague, You're invited to attend one of the largest and most exciting entrepreneurship conferences in Canada. The annual conference of the Canadian Council for Small Business & Entrepreneurship (CCSBE – www.ccsbe.org) is scheduled to run from Friday, October 16 to Sunday, October 18th, 2009. This year's conference marks the 30th anniversary of the creation of the CCSBE. The event committee has an ambitious agenda aimed at bringing together entrepreneurs, policy-makers, academics and practitioners to explore how we can fuel growth in Canada through the "Commercialization of Innovation". CCSBE 2009 will be held at the Ted Rogers School of Management, one ... 8/24/2009 6:10:44 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=212 Dr Thomas Cooney (pictured left) from the Dublin Institute of Technology has become President of ECSB with effect from July 1st 2009. Dr Cooney is a Research Fellow at the Dublin Institute of Technology and Director of the Institute for Minority Entrepreneurship (DIT). He is also Adjunct Professor at the Turku School of Economics (Finland), a member of two European Commission Expert Groups, a Council Member of the Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology (IRCSET), and was the founding Chairman of Ireland's Network of Teachers and Researchers of Entrepreneurship (INTRE). He is a former Visiting Research Scholar at Babson ... 8/24/2009 12:56:08 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=211 The deadline for submissions to the USASBE 2010 conference is right around the corner - August 25th. We all hope that if you have not already submitted a competitive case or paper that you will do so before the deadline. This year's meeting in Nashville promises to be better than ever with something for everyone interested in entrepreneurship. From the competitive papers and cases, to the informative workshops, to experts represented in the Pillar Sessions, and, of course, an exciting group of keynote speakers the meeting will live up to the quality in a conference you have come to expect. The annual USASBE ... 8/19/2009 9:42:20 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=210 SWIF Learning: A Guide to Student-Written, Instructor-Facilitated Case Writing Paul Michael Swiercz, Ph.D. The George Washington University Introduction SWIF Learning—Student-Written, Instructor-Facilitated Case Writing—is a new learning technique designed to engage students fully in the educational experience and ease the transition from the classroom to the workplace. Traditional case teaching has unquestionable value, but it also has a major, if not frequently discussed, shortcoming. Traditional case methods limit the student to the role of analyst. In this role, students are primarily passive actors; as analysts, they are limited to responding to facts and events as reported by someone else. In contrast, SWIF ... 8/13/2009 6:04:30 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=209 Click here to visit ICSB's xTuple page New version of open source ERP software helps take growing businesses' supply chains global, layering in international tax support and distribution resource planning SAN FRANCISCO, CA and NORFOLK, VA – August 12, 2009 - xTuple, the leader in open source enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, today announced the release of xTuple ERP 3.3, showcasing a robust international tax management system and over 100 new product enhancements. The new release is the culmination of seven months of collaborative development between xTuple, its customers and partners, and open source users and contributors in dozens of countries around ... 8/13/2009 2:57:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=208 Date: 13 November 2009 The Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate will hold its 2nd RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM on November 13, 2009 at Turabo University in Gurabo, Puerto Rico. The Symposium is geared to Master and Doctoral students in the Business Administration fields to present their research projects findings as well as their research methodology. PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE REGISTRATION FORM Dr. Jaime L. Santiago-Canet, President of the Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate of ICSB announced that a panel of distinguished researchers and educators will evaluate the projects. Students from business graduate programs from Colleges and Universities in the Caribbean Region are invited to participate. ... 8/12/2009 1:28:03 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=207 Research in Entrepreneurship and Small Business BUDAPEST, HUNGARY, NOVEMBER 19-20, 2009 http://www.eiasm.org/frontoffice/event_announcement.asp?event_id=588 The main theme for the 23ndAnnual RENT Conference is: Entrepreneurial Growth of the Firm Business growth is a major theme in entrepreneurship research field, one of the themes that scholars as well as practitioners commonly associated with entrepreneurship. Researchers found support for the positive relationship between entrepreneurship and growth, especially in case of younger and smaller firms. There is a gap in scientific literature, however, since this proposition has not been fully tested in case of older and bigger (medium or large) firms. In addition, literature rarely shows a strong interest in how ... 8/12/2009 12:50:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=206 Welcome to the July 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. The July edition of the ICSB Bulletin offers important updates on a number of ICSB-related initiatives. From competition and world conference announcements to survey results and affiliate updates, we strive to keep you abreast to the latest news from our growing, global network of researchers, educators, practitioners and policy makers. Aside from this news, we also remember an admired colleague and friend, Dr. Donald Myers, in this edition of the bulletin. Dr. Myers is a ... 8/1/2009 2:52:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=205 Issue #15&16 The TOP 9 Questions for June/July 2009 411 contains material about small business in addition to the Poll questions and Poll write-ups that form its heart. The most useful additional information for most people appears under the heading “Speech Material” near the top of the home page. There you can find general statistical and other information about small firms that offers you background that can be woven into speeches, magazine articles, newspaper op-eds, and so forth. The information obtained by clicking Speech Material is available elsewhere, but this is a handy one-stop shop. Here are sample questions addressed: How many ... 7/31/2009 7:36:26 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=204 The USASBE and ICSB community recently lost a dedicated and inspiring friend. Dr. Donald D. Myers, 69, professor of engineering management at Missouri University of Science and Technology, died Sunday, July 26, 2009, as a result of injuries suffered from a bicycling accident that occurred the previous day in Iowa. The university issued a news release Monday stating Dr. Myers died Sunday at an Iowa City hospital from injuries he suffered while participating Saturday in the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa, known as RAGBRAI. Dr. Myers (pictured above left to right: Bob Brockhaus, Gerry Hills, Don Myers) was both a Wilford L. ... 7/30/2009 10:48:40 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=203 The Korea Small Business Institute (KOSBI) served as an extraordinary host for the 54th Annual World Conference of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB). Researchers, educators, practitioners and policy makers met in Korea to explore the theme “The Dynamism of Small Business: Theory, Practice, and Policy.” With over 600 delegates from 50 different countries, the Conference delivered on its promise to showcase international research, provide unique networking opportunities and share best practices in the field of small business and entrepreneurship. Immediately following the Conference, an electronic survey was sent to delegates for evaluations and measurements of the overall satisfaction of the ... 7/27/2009 5:06:58 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=202 Expenses-paid Symposium on Leadership and Individual Differences in Switzerland 30 November - 1 December 2009 John Antonakis (University of Lausanne, Switzerland) and Birgit Schyns (University of Portsmouth, UK) have received financing to host a symposium at the Faculty of Business and Economics in Lausanne, Switzerland. Authors of selected papers, between 6-8, will be selected on the basis of their submissions to present their paper at the symposium. Our financing allows us to cover most expenses of the participants, such as hotel and travel costs (note, we will only finance expenses for one author in case of co-authorship). The symposium will be held on ... 7/24/2009 1:46:16 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=201 Research Contracting Opportunities The United States Small Business Association (SBA) Office of Advocacy's mission includes providing research documenting the status of small businesses and the impact of important trends on them. Areas of continuing interest are listed below. In addition to increasing knowledge about small business in general, these areas are noteworthy because they may provide policymaking insight or serve as a foundation for further research. Note that the procedures for submitting proposals are different this year. These research opportunities are being offered through a broad agency announcement (BAA) with various research areas listed. Bidders will submit proposals in one or more of ... 7/24/2009 1:41:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=200 MCSBE NEWS FROM THE PRESIDENT – AMR GOHAR July 2009 Dear Members, Some time has passed since the last MCSBE newsletter so here is an update on recent developments and upcoming activities. Status of NGO RegistrationFirst, an update on the status of our application for registration as an Egyptian NGO, a process that we started almost a year ago. All of the inspections have been completed and we expect to have the final legal registration number by the end of July! So MCSBE should soon have a bank account and be fully operational. This means we will be ready to be pro-active ... 7/24/2009 1:22:02 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=199 Hi Colleagues, just three quick notes to update you on a few newsworthy items from the Academy of Management (AOM) Entrepreneurship (ENT) Division; The ENT Division Newsletter is now available on the ENT Division website (e-version and .pdf): http://ent.aomonline.org/Thanks to Melissa Baucus and all who helped! Within the Newsletter you will find thanks to our loyal sponsors, the PDW and Regular Program schedules for the Annual Meeting in Chicago, PDW registration details - including the signup form for the signature ENT Division Social, and also check our Patrick Murphy's article on twitter and entrepreneurs! The amendments to the ENT Division Constitution passed with ... 7/24/2009 12:54:18 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=198 In a speech to small business leaders earlier this year, President Obama said: "Small businesses are the heart of the American economy... They’re not only job generators, they’re also at the heart of the American Dream. After all, these are businesses born in family meetings around kitchen tables. They’re born when a worker takes a chance on her desire to be her own boss. They’re born when a part-time inventor becomes a full-time entrepreneur, or when somebody sees a product that could be better or a service that could be smarter, and they think, "Well, why not me? Let me try it. Let me ... 7/22/2009 12:42:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=195 http://usasbe.org/about/awards/eenawards/ http://usasbe.org/about/ awards/eenawards/ USASBE2010EENAwards.doc The Nature & Character of the Awards The purpose of the USASBE Entrepreneurship Education National Awards is to identify, recognize, celebrate and publicize excellence in entrepreneurship education in all forms and at all levels. Because programs, courses and pedagogy typically evolve over time, each of these awards can be won more than once by any particular organization or individual. However, once any organization or individual has won the award in a particular category, that organization or individual cannot seek the same award again for a period of ten years. Award Categories USASBE will recognize excellence in entrepreneurship education with awards made at ... 7/17/2009 2:26:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=194 IFC's Gender Program welcomes you to its nineteenth quarterly newsletter designed to keep businesswomen in touch with key events, relevant research and, most importantly, each other! We provide brief descriptions of news, events, and online resources that will involve, inspire and inform you. Wherever possible and appropriate, we provide a link for further detail. In this issue you will find news on IFC and World Bank Group activities, including IFC's program to support SMEs and women in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) through a local bank; global news reports such as HSBC's program to support women entrepreneurs in Arab countries ... 7/16/2009 4:42:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=193 DELL has announced the National Finalists for the 2009 Global Small Business Excellence Award. National Winners will be announced in September, followed by the selection of a global winner in Fall 2009. All national winners will compete for the Global Award, which includes an entrepreneur's summit hosted by DELL Chairman and CEO Michael Dell; $50,000 USD in DELL products and services; a lifetime membership to ICSB and engagement with Endeavor's network of business leaders and high-impact entrepreneurs.The DELL Global Small Business Excellence Award honors small businesses that apply technology in innovative ways to improve the customer experience and grow. The SMEs listed below represent a variety of ... 7/16/2009 4:41:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=192 The 11th Annual ICSB/JSBM Editor's Choice Awards for Best Empirical and Best Theoretical Paper were presented at the 2009 ICSB World Conference in Seoul, South Korea. Also presented was the 2009 ICSB/IJGE/NWBC Best Paper in Women's Entrepreneurship. Our sincere congratulations go out to the winners, who will each receive a plaque and an award check. JSBM awards $500 USD to the winning author(s) and the International Journal of Gender and Entrepreneurship (IJGE)/National Women's Business Council (NWBC) award $1000 USD for the Women's Entrepreneurship winner. 2009 Best Empirical PaperDensil A. Williams and Derrick D. Deslandes“Internationalization of Micro and Small Locally-Owned Firms from Emerging Economies: The Role of Personal Factors” *Densil ... 7/7/2009 2:31:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=190 CALL FOR PAPERS Special Edition: The Silent Minorities of Entrepreneurship Guest Editor: Thomas M. Cooney and Laura Galloway Journal Editor: Gerard McElwee According to the European Commission, the central mission of the EQUAL initiative is ‘to promote a better model for working life by fighting discrimination and exclusion on the basis of gender, racial or ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation'. One of its five thematic activities in seeking to achieve this goal is ‘entrepreneurship' and within that activity ‘inclusive entrepreneurship' helps to change mindsets and improve conditions which allow under-represented groups to start a business. However, despite the continuing ... 7/2/2009 12:12:28 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=189 A case is the fundamental learning block of the experiential learning process that is embodied in the case method. It is a well told and compelling story that should capture the richness and dynamics of a decision-making experience in enough detail to create an environment for experience for students and to drive challenging individual study and small and full-class discussions. In this way, it becomes the trigger for developing critical thinking skills. A heavily attended workshop session held at the ICSB World Conference in S. Korea and presented by Dr. Thomas Cooney, president of the ICSB European Affiliate (ECSB) covered the ... 7/2/2009 11:02:31 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=188 Welcome to the June 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. The main focus of our June Bulletin is the 2009 ICSB World Conference in Seoul, Korea held from June 21- 24. On behalf of the ICSB Board of Directors and the Organizing Committee, I would like to sincerely thank our extraordinary hosts, ICSB-Korea, and all of the delegates who attended for making this year's conference a memorable one. In addition to the outstanding venue, the well-organized sessions and the exciting social program, I was also impressed by the breadth and depth of the papers, workshops, and symposia presented ... 7/1/2009 5:31:25 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=187 Panel Session: Implications of the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Research By Michael Battaglia After a lively discussion at the Pre-Conference Policy Forum regarding the GEM study and it's wide-ranging implications, this morning panel brought together GEM researchers representing four countries to continue the dialgoue. Held on Monday morning at 11:00 and moderated by Donna Kelley (USA), the GEM panel presented an overview of the highlights of GEM research across a global dataset. Panelists José Ernesto Amorós (Chile), Hyunsuk Lee (Korea), Abdul Ali (USA) and Gao Jian (China) provided in-depth case studies of their respective countries and local economies. Unique aspects of entrepreneurial perceptions, motivations, ... 7/1/2009 4:30:10 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=186 55th ICSB World Conference Cincinnati, Ohio, USA24-27 June 2010 www.icsb2010.org Entrepreneurship: Bridging Global Boundaries The University of Cincinnati and the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) proudly welcome you to attend the 55th Anniversary ICSB World Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio USA from June 24-27, 2010. Educators, researchers, policy makers and practitioners from around the world are invited to share in the exchange of ideas and experiences dealing with the development of small, entrepreneurial, and family businesses. We invite you to submit papers, case studies, workshop and/or symposium proposals that deal directly or indirectly with Entrepreneurship Education; Individual Entrepreneurship; Women and Minority Entrepreneurship; Small Business ... 7/1/2009 4:28:22 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=185 The 2009 ICSB World Conference represented a unique opportunity for the International Office (IO) to organize an information session on site that addressed the topic of new affiliate formation and maintenance. This year was the first year that the Information Session was held by the IO as a formal pat of the scientific program. Our session was complete with handouts, one-on-one dialogue, and suggestions specific to all working parties. Here is a copy of the handout that was distributed. Please read and review this document carefully as it provides important information for all those interested in creating an affiliate organization and/or ... 7/1/2009 4:24:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=184 7/1/2009 3:52:23 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=183 A Vision from Global Scholars: Trends in SMEs and Entrepreneurship By Michael Battaglia Selection as a Wilford L. White Fellow is the highest recognition that the ICSB gives to individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the development, furtherance and benefit of small and medium sized businesses. Since 1977, this group of global scholars has been recognized for their various initiatives, achievements and advancements in the furtherance of SME growth and promotion. With 6 panelists covering special interest topics in 6 different countries, this morning panel session appropriately set the table for the global dialogue set to take place here in Seoul. Moderated ... 6/24/2009 3:14:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=182 The 2009 International Council for Small Business (ICSB) Pre-Conference Policy Forum provided a unique environment for today's leading educators, researchers, business development officials and practitioners to discuss the topic of entrepreneurship policy at a time of crisis. Delegates participated from over 16 countries. Ms. Lois Stevenson (International Development Research Centre IDRC, Egypt) began the proceeding, speaking of the need for governments to promote entrepreneurship through proactive policies. Governments must recognize the variety of ways in which their policies can impact on entrepreneurship, which includes policy areas such as education, regulation, science and technology. It is estimated that SMEs contribute around 65-70% ... 6/23/2009 4:46:11 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=181 The 2009 ICSB World Conference has officially begun! With around 600 delegates from over 40 countries in attendance, the buzz in Seoul has reached new heights. As many of our guests arrived on Saturday and Sunday from various parts of the world, our first official event was the Welcome Reception on Sunday June 21. ICSB President Dr. Charles Matthews and ICSB-Korea President Ji-Jong Chang both gave warm opening remarks and welcomed our delegation with open arms. The impressive COEX Convention Center served host to around 300 of our delegates, who enjoyed food, drink and entertainment. Most importantly, this event brought together ... 6/22/2009 5:09:53 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=180 Welcome tothe Fifth Edition of the ICSB 2009 World Conference E-Bulletin. This week's top storyis the publication of our 2009 World Conference Program. All participants may view their time slot allocation by visiting our website listed below. With less than a month to go, we are excited tohave such a stong group of presenters committed to providing a dynamic arena for discussion on a multitude of topics. 2009 World Conference Scientific Program is Now Posted! Visit icsb.org/conferences to view the 2009 Program The final concurrent session schedule has been completed and is now posted on the ICSB website. Please visit- http://www.icsb.org/ conferences.asp- to find your ... 6/10/2009 4:55:55 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=179 05.06.2009 :: ECSB Secretariat :: <info esb.org>Luca Iandoli the next ECSB President-ElectCurrent ECSB Board member, associate professor Luca Iandoli (Italy) was ECSB Board's nomination for the next President-Elect. His position (July 2009-June 2011) was ratified by ECSB members. Luca Iandoli will start his ECSB presidency after Dr. Thomas Cooney's term of office, which will start from first of July 2009. Click here for more. ~ ECSB Country Event in Austria Title of Event: ECSB - Vernetzungsworkshop: KMU & Entrepreneurship Forschung (ECSB - Networking SME & Entrepreneurship Research) Date and Time: 02 Oct. 2009, 13:00 till open end Location: WU - Wirtschaftsuniversitaet Wien (WU - Vienna University of ... 6/5/2009 12:16:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=178 Dear USASBE Colleagues,We are very excited to announce the launch of the new USASBE website. Please check it out at http://usasbe.org/. I think you will find it is a high energy site with a lot of value-creating elements for our membership. The new site includes videos, links to our Interest Groups, our updated Syllabus Exchange, an updated Career Center, the addition of helpful websites for entrepreneurship educators, a new calendar, links to our conference proceedings, access to ETP and JSBM (which soon will include online access to articles), and much more. We are also planning the best ever USASBE Conference for ... 6/5/2009 10:28:11 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=177 May 18, 2009 One Month Away! Welcome to the Fourth Edition of the ICSB 2009 World Conference E-Bulletin. This week's edition focuses on the final deadline for all presenting authors to pre-register for the World Conference in order to be published and included in our program. Please refer to the below article for more details.. Also included in this week's edition of the e-bulletin is a workshop session preview, news release from Korea's transportation hub, a world conference introduction for ICSB's newest affiliate, as well as announcments and a speaker's spotlight. Please contact the ICSB International Office with any questions, comments or suggestions. Final ... 6/3/2009 4:04:20 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=174 Welcome to the May 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. The May 2009 Bulletin focuses predominantly on three major news stories. First, we present a synopsis of the 2009 US judging event for the DELL Global Small Business Excellence Award held at the George Washington University Graduate School of Business. Second is ICSB's announcement regarding the transition of the JSBM editorial services and the introduction of a new Interim Editor. Last, we provide an update for our upcoming World Conference as we have secured over 600 registrants ... 6/3/2009 3:43:26 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=173 On June 2, 2009 a group of Graduate MBA Students from the George Washington University School of Business (GWSB) participated in an interactive judging session to select the Top 10 entries in the United States for the 2009 DELL Global Small Business Excellence Award (GSBEA). The judging session saw students first divided into two randomly selected groups where top ten lists were generated independently. Following the first sessions, judges were brought together to collectively discuss their selections and ultimately form a final, consensus Top 10. These entries are now considered US Finalists and will be eligible for selection as the 2009 ... 6/3/2009 3:29:05 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=172 Launch June 1, 2009 http://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/jsbm http://www.jsbm.org/The International Council for Small Business (ICSB) is proud to announce that as of June 1, 2009, the Editorial Services for the Journal of Small Business Management (JSBM) will be housed at The George Washington University in Washington DC, USA. On behalf of the ICSB Board of Directors, officers, and global network of members, I would like to sincerely thank Dr. Chandra Mishra, Ms. Karen Duray-Smith and the entire FAU staff for their outstanding support and contribution to the success of the JSBM over the past 10 years. Under their guidance, in 2006, the JSBM earned the distinction ... 6/2/2009 9:08:52 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=171 Hotel Room Rate (KRW) / Night Breakfast (KRW) Distance to Venue Single Occupancy Double Occupancy Twin Occupancy ????? Coex Intercontinental,Seoul 240,000 260,000 260,000 22,000 Venue ????? Ritz Carlton Seoul 200,000 210,000 210,000 20,000 15-20 min. by car ???? Bestwesterngangnam (business) 130,000 130,000 130,000 18,000 15-20 min. by car Ibis Hotel (business) 100,000 100,000 100,000 16,000 5-10 min. by car Casavile (Co-Op Residence) 80,000 80,000 100,000 Included 5-10 min. by car Artnouveau City (Residence) 103,500 103,500 Included 10-15 min. by car Secretariat of ICSB 2009INTERCOM Convention Services, Inc.8th & 10th Fl., Samik Lavied'or B/D., 720-2 Yeoksam 2-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-920, KoreaTEL: +82-2-3452-1444, 568-9340 Fax: +82-2-3452-7292E-mail: icsb2009@intercom.co.krWebsite: http://www.icsb2009.org 5/19/2009 10:31:23 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=170 May 2009 CWL Newsletter Message from the Director It's that bittersweet time of year again on college campuses—Commencement. On May 16, here at Babson, we'll proudly applaud as our undergraduate and MBA women walk across a stage and receive their diplomas. This year is particularly poignant, because we know how difficult it has been (and continues to be) for many of them to take the next step into the working world. But finding a job is only their first challenge. In today's marketplace, it's tempting to say that graduates are lucky to have a job, a place to work. Maybe. But I, for one, ... 5/18/2009 2:06:58 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=169 SAVE THE DATE Welcome to a seminar on Globalisation and entrepreneurship in a post-financial crisis world Globalization has changed the economic landscape for entrepreneurs. Global sourcing of human and physical resources as well as access to world markets have become possible also for small companies in remote geographical areas. Still, much of the entrepreneurial potential remainsuntapped in many parts of the world. What have the US and Sweden done to strengthen their economies through entreprenurship and innovation? The current economic crisis severely affects the business of all companies. Especially small companies face problems in securing financing. How will the economic downturn affect entrepreneurship and ... 5/18/2009 1:50:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=166 The Academy of Management's ENT Division Newsletter for Spring 2009 is here! Please click here to access the entire document (PDF) Welcome to the next issue of the Entrepreneurship Division Newsletter! This issue provides information on the mid-winter meeting, updating everyone on the activities we're engaged in to better fulfill our mission, “We grow entrepreneurship scholars.” You'll also find some calls for papers, introductions to new ENT members, a new column related to the history of the ENT division and other information aimed at strengthening our Division as a community. Your comments and suggestions for the editor are always welcome! Inside this Issue: Division Chair's Update pg. ... 5/18/2009 12:25:38 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=165 May 4, 2009 Welcome to the Third Edition of the ICSB 2009 World Conference E-Bulletin. In this weeks's edition we preview the Wilford White Fellows' panel session, highlight three best paper competitions, present last minute registration details, an author spotlight and other announcements. Please note that the early registration deadline has been extended to May 10, 2009. We strongly encourage all participants to secure their online registration and accommodations this week in order to guarantee a prime reservation slot. Please click here to visit our official online conference booking system. Global Trends in SMEs and Entrepreneurship Wilford White Fellows' Morning Panel Session on Monday June ... 5/18/2009 11:53:57 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=163 Dear Colleagues and Friends in USASBE, These are difficult days, especially for universities and colleges in America. At USASBE, we have dedicated ourselves not to doing less, but in fact to finding ways to create more value for our members. In the months ahead, you will see our updated and improved Syllabus Exchange, an enhanced USASBE Career Center, an updated Innovations in Entrepreneurship Education, the launch of a exciting new look and feel for the USASBE website, the availability of a new video library and helpful websites for entrepreneurship educators, and more. We also have planned a number of exciting new features ... 5/4/2009 3:50:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=162 The Classic Lemonade Stand – Entrepreneurial Thirst for KnowledgeDeveloped by Jay Azriel of York College of Pennsylvania for 3E-Learning.org The Classic Lemonade Stand Exercise is originally based on the popular TV show The Apprentice. Professor Azriel generated the idea for a class exercise after watching the first episode of season one, where Mr. Trump has two teams sell lemonade. Professor Azriel always begins the exercise by showing students the segment, followed by a discussion of results in terms of what went well and what went wrong. This time is also used to discuss other selling strategies involved such as the use of sex-appeal and glamour to sell products; this is what the women's ... 5/4/2009 8:25:05 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=161 Spring 2009 News & Views Securing the Future of Payments in DC Dr. Matthews was one of four featured panelists for Small Business: The New Target of Data Thieves. The panel discussed the impact of security challenges on small businesses, explored the emerging trend of small business as a target, and shed light on what must be done to combat this growing problem. To view this panel session, please visit ICSB TV! To read the entire article, click here. Entrepreneurial Stars On the SquareThursday, May 14, 2009 The University of Cincinnati's College of Business and the Center for Entrepreneurship Education & Research will present the 2009 ... 5/1/2009 10:55:57 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=160 Welcome to the April 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. The April 2009 Bulletin is a strong reflection of both the breadth and depth of content available to our global membership. While we have put a particular focus on the 2009 World Conference preparations, our monthly bulletin showcases other worthwhile entrepreneurial events and competitions forthcoming.As we begin the month of May, I encourage all members to visit our conference website, http://www.icsb2009.org, to find key information and online registration. Also, please keep an eye out for our ... 4/30/2009 5:26:47 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=158 The 2009 Best Women's Entrepreneurship Paper award is a competition held for full paper submission to the 2009 ICSB World Conference in Seoul, Korea, which fall into Track #1-Women, Ethnic Minority & Immigrant Entrepreneurship. This best paper award has resulted in increased activity in women's entrepreneurship research within the International Council for Small Business (ICSB), which has had a positive ripple effect among practitioners, policy makers and in the academic community. In fact, perhaps partly as a result, there is now a new International Journal of Gender and Entrepreneurship - which is being launched this spring and which as now joined NWBC as a ... 4/29/2009 5:25:36 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=157 April 20, 2009 Welcome to the Second Edition of the ICSB 2009 World Conference E-Bulletin. This weeks's edition features a morning plenary panel session preview, an author spotlight, pictures from our Conference venue, and other important announcements. With less than two weeks left in April, we strongly encourage all participants to secure their online registration and accommodations this month in order to guarantee a prime reservation. Please click here to visit our official online conference booking system. How Small Businesses Utilize IT to Help Their Customers Tuesday Morning Panel Presentation and Discussion; June 23, 2009 Our Tuesday morning plenary panel session will be a fascinating ... 4/28/2009 5:09:49 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=156 A NEW KIND OF STIMULUS PLAN: ENTREPRENEUR MAGAZINE'S ENTREPRENEUR OF 2009 CONTEST PRESENTED BY THE UPS STORE $2,500 Prize at Stake for New College Category (Irvine, CA) March 24, 2009 – With the economy in a slump, consumer optimism down and unemployment on the rise, there's one bright spot for entrepreneurs everywhere—Entrepreneur magazine's Entrepreneur of 2009 contest presented by The UPS Store®—which is now accepting entries. Entrepreneur wants to know what small-business owners are doing to make an impact on their industries, employees and communities. Entrepreneur of 2009 and Emerging Entrepreneur of 2009 Categories Businesses with no more than 100 employees and gross sales ... 4/23/2009 10:15:05 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=155 Going back to basics is de rigeur these days, with the new First Lady providing leadership by planting a vegetable garden. As entrepreneurship educators and practitioners, our seeds come in the form of content in our syllabi. So, we are extremely excited to invite you to an area on the USASBE Web site where you may find such ‘seeds' for the purpose of enhancing your efforts in the class room. Here is the URL for the refreshed USASBE Syllabus Exchange: https://usasbe.org/knowledge/ syllabus/. It has undergone a spring clean and we are eager for you to see the net result. So, navigate ... 4/20/2009 10:08:27 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=154 Event Overview On March 19, 2009, Visa Inc. hosted its third Global Security Summit, "Securing the Future of Payments," presented in partnership with the Economist Intelligence Unit. The event brought together business, government, academic, and law enforcement officials to discuss how payment system participants can collaborate to protect cardholders against current and emerging security threats. Three keynote speakers and five panels were assembled to cover a range of topics, including innovations in payment security, e-commerce security, small business data protection, global security priorities and the growing sophistication of modern criminals. In the midst of a global economic crisis, participants from across industries ... 4/17/2009 10:22:43 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=153 The Africa Business Program at the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University has officially launched its Web site. For more information on the First Whitman School Business Conference on Africa, program activities, business outreach and business in Africa, please visit www.whitman.syr.edu/ABP. Mission of the Africa Business Program The mission of the Africa Business Program in the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University is to: Facilitate partnerships between businesses in Central New York and countries in Africa Enhance the business community's readiness of entering into business relationships with Africa Promote faculty research and interest in business in Africa Increase Africa-related knowledge ... 4/15/2009 3:23:09 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=152 This month the theme of The Entrepreneurship Educator is on being resourceful - seems like an important focus during these economically challenging times. Since many of us are facing staffing and time constraints, we can offer our students comprehensive and easy to access on-line resource listings to help with their more routine questions. By teaching our students how to make an effective pitch, we can help their chances of securing resources for their new ventures. An experiential exercise to help students learn to be more resourceful during start-up is another tool that is relevant for today's aspiring entrepreneurs. Finally, we offer ... 4/15/2009 2:15:31 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=151 April 6, 2009 Welcome to Edition #1 of the ICSB 2009 World Conference E-Bulletin! This electronic news bulletin is aimed to provide important information and announcements for 2009 World Conference participants. Within this edition you will find information about our pre-conference policy forum, morning panel session, author spotlight, affiliate news, and registration announcements. With and already strong presence of committed Wilford White Fellows' and international scholars, the 2009 ICSB World Conference is sure to provide one of the most enriching and complete programs to date. In our upcoming editions of the ICSB 2009 E-Bulletin you will find more information specific to the World ... 4/14/2009 1:46:45 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=150 Endeavor's High-Impact Results Endeavor CEO Recieves Brandeis University's Asper Award for Global Entrepreneurship On March 23rd, Linda Rottenberg was honored by Brandeis International Business School for Endeavor's pioneering work in helping High-Impact Entrepreneurs transform their economies. In her address "Global Crisis? Opportunity for Entrepreneurs," Rottenberg told the audience of business school students that "Through this financial crisis, certain doors have been closed on, or rather for, you - and that's a GREAT thing...there's an exciting opportunity to become part of the new and intersecting movements of global entrepreneurship and social entrepreneurship...and I hope you pick up the gauntlet." To watch the ... 4/9/2009 11:23:41 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=149 The 2009 Development Marketplace (DM) grant competition is seeking innovative solutions addressing Climate Adaptation in three sub-themes. The call for proposals will be open until May 18, 2009. Winning projects will receive a US$ 200,000 grant for implementation over two years. Competition ThemeThere is now a strong consensus that climate change presents an urgent challenge to the well-being of all countries, particularly the poorest countries and the poorestpeople in them. Even if efforts to reduce greenhouses gas (GHG) emissions are successful, it is no longer possible to avoid some degree of global warming and climate change. [more] The competition on climate adaptation ... 3/31/2009 8:54:37 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=148 Issue #12 March 2009 The Top 9 from 411SmallBusinessFacts.com The most recent published issue of the National Small Business Poll, Owners and Managers, examines small business management from a slightly different perspective. Professional, i.e., full-time and paid, managers are typically considered a relevant topic only for larger firms. But the employment of managers by small business owners has several novel twists which make the phenomenon more than of passing interest. Check it out! More NFIB Research Foundation-sponsored health care research can be found on the NFIB site (www:nfib.com/research): *"Health Insurance Reform in an Experimental Market,"by Stephen Rassenti (Chapman University) and Carl Johnston (George Mason University). Those ... 3/30/2009 10:27:21 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=147 Welcome to the March 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. Our March Bulletin is focused predominately on entrepreneurship conferences and workshops, both upcoming and recently attended. For the latter, ICSB has published detailed news articles complete with descriptions and interactive links for the benefit of our members. In this edition you will find an official recap from the USASBE 2009 Conference held in Anaheim, California and an interactive summary, courtesy of ICSB TV, from the VISA Global Security Summit held in Washington D.C. Upcoming events include ... 3/30/2009 10:20:35 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=146 On Thursday March 19 in Washington D.C., ICSB President Dr. Charles Matthews and 2008 Dell Global Small Business Excellence Award winner Heather Gorringe of Wiggly Wigglers were featured panelists at the Visa Global Security Summit – “Securing the Future of Payments.” The VISA Security Summit, presented in cooperation with the Economist Intelligence Unit, was a unique gathering that covered a broad range of topical issues related to cardholder security and protection. Top Visa and financial institution executives, merchant representatives, policy makers, academics, Members of Congress and law enforcement officials came together to discuss the importance of data security and the cooperative ... 3/26/2009 12:24:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=145 GROWING GLOBAL: 10 Tips from Leading Women Entrepreneurs To Help You Make the World Your Business Women-owned firms comprise 40 percent of all firms in the United States, according to the Center for Women's Business Research. They have implemented imaginative strategies to launch and expand their firms, including going global. According to the 2005 Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Report on Women and Entrepreneurship, published by Babson College, London Business School, and the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, there are over 30 million women entrepreneurs in the world. These businesswomen are seeking new opportunities, taking risks, sharpening their business skills and crossing borders faster than you can ... 3/18/2009 5:12:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=144 USE2009: Understanding Small Enterprises a healthy working life in a healthy business Date: 20–23 October 2009Place: Elsinore (Helsingør), DenmarkCall for Workshops: (see preliminary list)Final Call for Papers: (see pamphlet)Extended deadline for abstract submission: 1 APRIL 2009 Small enterprises constitute the backbone of economic activity and employment in most countries. Therefore, the role of small enterprises in society is an area of great importance, not only for politicians, interest groups and professionals, but also for the scientific community – and interest in research in small enterprises has never been greater that now. This will be reflected in the international conference USE2009 to be held in Elsinore, Denmark. About ... 3/18/2009 1:20:13 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=143 We are pleased to announce that the 22nd Annual SEAANZ Conference will be hosted by Massey University, Wellington in collaboration with the Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand (SEAANZ). The conference dates are from the 31st August - 2nd September 2009. The theme of the conference is Start small - Think big, one of many phrases used by researchers, policy-makers, educators and practitioners to indicate the way in which small enterprises can contribute to the economy. Come to the 2009 SEAANZ Conference in Wellington and meet with leading researchers in the field; engage in dialogue on the latest issues concerning the SME sector ... 3/17/2009 9:29:01 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=142 "What we suffragettes aspire to be when we are enfranchised is ambassadors of freedom to women in other parts of the world, who are not so free as we are." ~Christabel Pankhurst (1880-1958), British women's rights activist. Her mother Emmeline and sister Sylvia were also noted women's rights activists. March isWomen's History Monthand March 8 isInternational Women's Day E3nabling News It is our goal, in this quarterly newsletter, to provide a concise digest of news, information and links to 1: educate, 2: enlighten and 3: empower your work on behalf of nascent, new, established and growing women-owned enterprises around the world. Our subscribers come from ... 3/12/2009 5:43:40 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=141 QUOTE "In this new wave of technology, you can't do it all yourself, you have to form alliances." -Carlos Slim Helu FEATURE PAPER A Multinational Examination Of Family-Member And Non-Family-Member Managers In Family Businesses This paper was written by Matthew Sonfield from Hofstra University, and by Robert Lussier from Springfield College. It was presented at the 2009 Small Business Institute Winter Conference. ABSTRACT This study investigated, in a multi-country context, the inclusion of family-member managers and non-family-member managers in family businesses, and the relationship of this variable to certain management activities, styles and characteristics. A large sample (n=593) of family businesses was generated from ... 3/10/2009 5:26:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=140 Dear USASBE members,Thanks to all of you who participated in the 2009 annual conference in Anaheim, CA. Based on the evaluations, we had a successful conference in spite of the challenges the economy presented to us. The keynote speakers were interesting and entertaining, the program offered innovations such as the USASBE pillar sessions and from 204 submissions, we accepted 50% of the papers, workshops and competitive cases. Attendees chose from over 90 preconference, plenary, competitive paper, workshop, symposia, and case sessions.At the Conference, we recognized excellence in many ways, including (on the research side) outstanding empirical research, theoretical work, and work ... 3/10/2009 3:10:57 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=139 Invitation to a workshop in Brussels on April 27, 2009 European Workshop on Entrepreneurship Policy “Analysing Measures in European Countries” We are delighted to invite you to the first joint workshop in Brussels aiming to present and discuss measures taken in European countries in the area of Entrepreneurship Policy. Special attention will be on financing issues and what is done for entrepreneurship in the existing crisis, the work of rule simplification and experiences of entrepreneurship education. As can be seen from the program there will be presentations from many European countries as well as from the European Commission. Very warm welcome, Anders Lundström, FSF/IPREGFriedrike Welter, ... 3/10/2009 11:20:49 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=138 Greetings! The University of Cincinnati Center for Entrepreneurship Education & Research at the College of Business is proud to bring you the results of the 2009 UC Spirit of Enterprise Graduate Business Plan Competition! We would also like to ask you to please save the date for our upcoming:Entrepreneurship Recognition Award Ceremony Thursday, May 14, 2009 Competition Results Congratulations goes to the University of Arkansas for taking the Cincom Systems Spirit of Enterprise Champion Award of $10,000 plus an automatic bid to the 2009 Global Moot Corp ® Competition. Additional prizes were awarded to Brown University, University of Oregon, Cornell University. For the full list of awards, teams, and judges ... 3/10/2009 11:12:17 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=137 In this issue of Entrepreneurship Education Newsletter we share some tips on how to help our students present themselves in a more professional manner, tackle the challenges and opportunities of faculty using Facebook, and from the International Perspective, learn about an effective experiential method of teachingnegotiation. We also have a link to a new teaching case that addresses what is often the biggest challenge faced by social enterprises—sustainability.Many of us will be havingspring break this month. I don't know about you, but that means lots of papers to grade for me! So whether you are enjoying the warm sun sitting on ... 3/10/2009 10:55:04 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=136 The $10 Business, developed by Dr. Craig Armstrong (pictured left) of the University of Alabama, is an experiential learning exercise that requires students to start their own business using $10 or less. A member of USASBE, Dr. Armstrong won the Third Place Prize in the 2009 3E-Learning Competition for the $10 Business. One key rule of the exercise requires students only allowed to spend or invest additional funds in their business with profits earned. In the execution of their business plans, students are responsible for keeping a weekly diary that details the thoughts, actions, and responses throughout. Dr. Armstrong notes a very favorable response from his students, who claim this ... 3/10/2009 10:45:06 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=135 The International Council for Small Business (ICSB) is proud to support Open Entry, a free Web 2.0 e-commerce catalog available to SMEs worldwide. OpenEntry is a wholly-owned initiative of PEOPLink, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. PEOPLink was founded in 1995 by Dr. Daniel Salcedo with the mission of helping SMEs in developing countries to benefit from the exciting new opportunities opened up by the explosion of the Internet. PEOPLink was based on Dr. Salcedo's pioneering 1979 founding of the fair trade mail order catalog, Pueblo to People. PEOPLink launched the first global fair trade on-line catalog and began selling products from grass ... 3/9/2009 11:47:01 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=134 We have never experienced times like these before. We are facing challenges - social, financial, environmental - on a level greater than ever imagined. Entrepreneurs will be the ones to find sustainable solutions to these pressing national and global problems. They need your help. Be part of the solution. Join us to enhance your ability to educate and mentor the next generation of entrepreneurs from all disciplines - business, medical, engineering, music, and the liberal arts. Take home new teaching methods and content relevant to the world today. Participate in the Babson Symposium for Entrepreneurship Educators (SEE) – May 25-29, 2009, ... 3/5/2009 5:28:39 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=133 2201 G. Street NW, Funger 315Washington, DC 20052 USATel: 1-202-994-0704Fax: 1-202-994-4930Email:ICSB@gwu.edu INTERNATIONAL OFFICE-ANNOUNCEMENT - Contact: Ayman El TarabishyPhone: 001-202-994-0704 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 4, 2009 2009-2010 ICSB BALLOT Please Vote Now! Greetings from the Immediate Past President/Chair of the Nominating Committee, Mr. Rob van der Horst. One of my roles as Immediate Past President is the Chairing of the Nominating Committee for the next slate of officers; 2009-2010. We have made the nominating process easier, and as transparent as possible for the benefit of the membership. The voting process follows section 4, 5, and 6 of the International Council for Small Business by-Laws.I ask that all ICSB membersplease take ... 3/5/2009 11:16:52 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=132 Welcome to the February 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. February's Bulletin offers some new and exciting announcements for our global membership. We have news from USASBE, ICSB-Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, Dell, Endeavor and the NFIB. It is great to see the continued progress being made by all contributors! A trend found in this month's Bulletin relates to entrepreneurial education and the implementation of experiential learning exercises in the classroom. Both the 3E-Learning Award and the Entrepreneurship Educator (listed below), serve as prime examples. Considering the wide-ranging impact of the world economic condition, entrepreneurship will undoubtedly be seen as the ... 3/1/2009 5:17:05 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=130 We are pleased to announce that the Experiential Classroom X will be held this September in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This special program features some of the master teachers and seminal figures in the discipline of entrepreneurship. Over three intense days, they share best practices and leading edge innovations in entrepreneurship teaching and pedagogy, in the design of state of the art entrepreneurship curricula, and in the development of world class entrepreneurship programs.Thanks to a partnership with USASBE, Oklahoma State University, Indiana University, and the University of Colorado, we are able to offer a number of scholarships to help cover part of the ... 2/23/2009 7:47:17 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=129 Entrepreneurship education is faced with a daunting challenge during these recessionary times. Just when our budgets are getting cut – or should I say slashed for many of us – we are going to find our classrooms increasingly crowded. More students will be looking to entrepreneurship as the best path for their careers given the tight job market. The challenge to us will be to find meaningful ways to engage students who had never before intended to pursue an entrepreneurial career. This month's Newsletter offers some ideas to improve our students' experience without adding to our dwindling budgets. Becoming a Classroom FacilitatorDr. ... 2/23/2009 4:48:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=128 The 2009 1st Place winner of the 3E-Learning Award is Dr. Steven Gedeon from Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada for his Investment Negotiation Workshop. Dr. Gedeon's Workshop was selected for first prize among a strong group of applicants at the 2009 USASBE Conference in Anaheim, California. As Dr. Gedeon explains, “People may think they are good negotiators when they may actually be quite weak. In the real world, you never discover that you left $40Million on the table!” Pictured left to right: Dr. George Solomon (GWU), Dr. Steven Gedeon of Ryerson University (1st place winner), David Tomzyck (PhD student at GWU) The ... 2/17/2009 6:18:51 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=127 Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate P O BOX 4545 Mayagüez, PR 00681-4545 ENTREPRENEURIAL SUMMIT 2009 The 2009 Entrepreneurial Summit of the Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate will take place on MAY 1, 2009 at the Ponce Campus of the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico. This Summit will bring together researchers, educators, policy makers, and practitioners in the area of small and medium size businesses in the Caribbean. This Summit is organized by the Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) and the collaboration of the College of Business Administration of the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico (PCUPR). ... 2/17/2009 4:39:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=126 DELL, UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS Invite College Students Worldwide To Help Change The World Students Invited to Propose Ideas for Solving Social Challenges Global Community to Vote on Merit of Ideas Winner to Receive up to $50,000 to Create and Launch Social Venture ROUND ROCK, Texas, Jan. 30, 2009 – Dell and the RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community Service at The University of Texas are seeking undergraduate and graduate students from universities and colleges around the world to share their ideas for making the world a better place. Students winning the grand prize in the 2009 Dell Social Innovation Competition, now accepting submissions, will ... 2/17/2009 4:29:51 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=125 Issue #10 JANUARY 2009 The Top 9 from 411SmallBusinessFacts.com The economy remains the principal topic of interest for small business owners. Credit is one topic of concern. Small business credit demand is down due to lack of investment opportunities and deteriorating balance sheets. Complaints about banks refusing to lend to presumably credit-worthy customers have also appeared. The chart below, drawn from the Foundation's Small Business Economic Trends, presents an historical perspective on the relative difficulty small business owners have obtaining credit. Availability of Loans Compared to Three Months Ago (Regular Borrowers Only) Net Percent (“Easier” Minus “Harder”) January 1974 to December 2008 The ... 2/16/2009 4:08:03 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=124 by Laurel Delaney Global Small Business Blog Never in the history of the world has the entrepreneurial and small business spirit – the spirit of adventure -- been more alive or in a more favorable position to reach out to the world for business. International trade increases sales and profits, enhances a company's prestige, creates jobs and offers a valuable way to level seasonal fluctuations. But one thing gets tricky: what factors to consider before going global. As with any powerful international business plan, the first step toward crossing borders is doing your homework. Consider this punch list of twenty essential factors before you ... 2/11/2009 3:07:21 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=123 ON-GOING INVESTIGATION ON EXPORTERS AND FORMER EXPORTERS WINS RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM FIRST PRIZE Over 80 persons commended Prof. Maribel Ortiz from Puerto Rico as she received the FIRST PRIZE in the Research Symposium organized by the Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) held on January 30, 2009 at Turabo University in Gurabo, Puerto Rico. Prof. Ortiz' work was selected by a panel of four judges from the twelve research projects presented at the first RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM. The judging panel was composed by Dr. Ayman El Tarabishy, Executive Director of ICSB and Business Professor at George Washington ... 2/5/2009 11:41:21 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=122 Upcoming Events International Selection Panels India ISP: March 5th - 7th, Delhi, IndiaTo be held at the renowned Imperial Hotel, this event will mark the public launch of Endeavor India's operation - so come join us in Delhi and be a part of Endeavor history! Miami ISP: May 3rd - 4th, Miami, FloridaJust before the Endeavor Summit, be part of Endeavor's 30th Selection Panel: Our largest to date with over 16 candidates! Contact: allison.berliner@endeavor.org for more information. Endeavor Entrepreneurs Summit: Opportunity in CrisisMay 5th - May 8th, Miami, Florida Join Endeavor's worldclass community of entrepreneurs, business leaders and mentors to celebrate the power of high-impact ... 2/4/2009 9:44:21 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=121 2009 DELL SMALL BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD OFFERS SMALL BUSINESSES IN 13 COUNTIRES CHANCE TO WIN $50,000 IN TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS Dell, Endeavor, ICSB to Recognize Innovative Technology Use from Entrepreneurs Around the World India Joins 2009 Award Program Dell and the National Federation of Independent Business Partner for Sixth Year Round Rock, TX, Feb. 2, 2009 --Dell today called for entries for its global 2009 Dell Small Business Excellence Award* (www.dell.com/ceaward). In its sixth year in the United States and second year globally, the award gives small businesses applying technology in innovative ways to better serve customers a chance at up to $50,000 in Dell solutions ... 2/2/2009 2:36:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=120 Welcome to the January 2009 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. Happy New Year from ICSB! 2009 started with a bang for many of us who attended the successful USASBE 2009 Conference in Anaheim, California. Bringing together entrepreneurship scholars and educators from around the world, the 2009 USASBE Conference focused on best practices in entrepreneurship education and program development, with recognition given to the model academic programs, pedagogy, and outreach efforts in the United States. For those members who couldn't attend, we include conference handouts titled 'USASBE Express' in this edition of the bulletin. The largest event this year for ... 1/31/2009 4:16:22 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=119 Professor Scott A. Shane named the 2009 recipient of the Global Award for Entrepreneurship Research. The 2009 recipient of the world's most prestigious award in entrepreneurship research, the Global Award for Entrepreneurship Research, was announced today. Scott A. Shane, professor of Economics at Weatherhead School of Management, Case Western Reserve University, will receive 100.000 euros for his contributions to an increased understanding of the conditions under which the entrepreneur and the small business operate. “Professor Scott A. Shane has an impressive and innovative range of publications that cover practically all of what we recognize as entrepreneurship research”, says Professor Magnus Henrekson, chairman of ... 1/30/2009 10:45:17 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=118 Top 15 Ways to Find New or Hidden Markets in the World Marketplace Position your business to thrive globally during difficult times by Laurel Delaney Foreign competition is fierce. Companies must adapt in both domestic and foreign markets. So how do you position your small business to not just survive – but thrive – during these difficult times? According to the authors of the “The 86% Solution: How to Succeed in the Biggest Market Opportunity of the Next 50 Years,” the answer lies in the ability to ask the right questions. Here is a poignant example. Managers at a major U.S. office equipment manufacturer ... 1/28/2009 5:48:36 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=117 News - 3E-Learning at the USASBE conference 2009 WinnersJanuary 25, 2009 3E Learning Competition Smashing Success! On January 10, 2009, in a room packed to standing-room only, the finalists of the 3E Learning Innovative Entrepreneurial Ideas Competition gathered to present their ideas to educators from across the U.S. Schools from D.C. to California were represented. Several attendees bragged about how many 3E sessions they had attended previously, attesting to the quality of ideas of previous years and their expectations for this year. The finalist ideas didn't disappoint. The ideas presented ranged from an in-class networking event to develop future entrepreneurs' skills at assessing ... 1/27/2009 11:39:38 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=116 Happy New Year! We can anticipate that the poor job market that is a result of the current economy will only heighten student interest in Entrepreneurship Education. This issue offers ideas on an award winning role-playing pedagogy, video case studies, and a new three year experiential curriculum that can all help us to improve the learning environment for our students. Small Business Role Playing At the United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE) annual conference the 2009 Innovator Teaching Pedagogy Award was awarded to Dr. George T. Solomon, for the development of the multi-level small business role playing pedagogy. When ... 1/23/2009 11:38:11 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=115 January 10, 2009 The Promised Land of Entrepreneurship By Chardét Durbin, ICSB, The George Washington University Friday's plenary session began with warm welcomes from USASBE President Dr. Jeffrey Alves and Anaheim Mayor Curt Pringle. Following the opening, participants were treated to the inspirational and energetic words of keynote speaker Dr. Donald Kuratko of Indiana University. Rather than impart his impressive knowledge garnered from 28 years of study and publication of over 160 articles and 24 books, Dr. Kuratko decided to focus on the audience, “My presentation is really going to be about you.” Under the umbrella theme of “Advancing the theory, Process, and Practice ... 1/22/2009 5:54:53 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=114 Abstract Submission Deadline is extended! ICSB World Conference is very pleased to collect many superb quality abstracts from various countries. Deadline for abstract submission is extended to February 21, 2009, which is only a month left from now on. Don't miss the final chance to share your abstracts with ICSB World Conference participants. How to Submit Abstracts for ICSB2009 Abstract submission must be done through the conference website. Abstract sent by mail or fax will not be processed by the Secretariat All abstracts must be in English Abstract submission is available un February 21, 2009 In cases of genuine difficulties, please contact the Secretariat ... 1/22/2009 10:59:46 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=112 1st International Symposium Corporate Governance in Privately Owned Firms April 5th to 7th 2009Sydney, NSW, Australia___________________________________________ CALL FOR PAPERS This symposium will focus on all aspects of corporate governance in privately owned firms (firms where substantive control is exercised by one or a small number of individuals or family groups). Issues will include (but not be limited to): structures and roles of advisory boards in privately owned firms (including family firms); impacts of governance related regulation (such as taxation and finance) on privately owned firms; and, effects of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) on privately owned firms. An emphasis of this first symposium will be comparisons of practices between countries ... 1/15/2009 2:10:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=110 International Next Big Thing Award™ 2009 INNOVIC's International Next Big Thing Award™ is a global competition and annual award to find and showcase new inventions and innovations that have the potential to become 'the next big thing'. What can you win?The Next Big Thing Award 2009 competition will offer $60,000 in cash and prizes and over $100,000 worth of outstanding publicity and promotion. 25 finalists will be selected and exhibited at the Melbourne Museum, Australia. The 2008 exhibition was viewed by over 76,000 people and finalists attended a prestigious Awards ceremony. Who are we?INNOVIC is an Australian not for profit organisation and a leading ... 1/13/2009 12:05:43 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=109 Greetings from ICSB Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate! The Puerto Rico and Caribbean Affiliate will hold its RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM on January 30, 2009 at TURABO UNIVERISTY in Gurabo, Puerto Rico. The activity will start at 8:30 a.m. and conclude by 4:30 p.m. The Symposium is geared to graduate students and doctoral students who wish to present their most recent research projects. RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM Date: JANUARY 30, 2009Start: 8:30 a.m. Place: UNIVERSIDAD DEL TURABO, GURABO, Puerto RicoCost: FREE Graduate Students from different Universities will present their research projects. JUDGES: Dr. Ayman El Tarabishy, ICSB Executive Director, George Washington University, Washington, DC Dr. Luz L. Vega, Interamerican University – San Germán, ... 1/5/2009 7:02:05 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=108 Welcome to the December 2008 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. Throughout the month of December, ICSB has been actively involved in the development of new membership initiatives, in addition to distributing important deadline information for upcoming conferences and events. Starting with the New ICSB Membership Section Launch, ICSB members now enjoy complete online access to membership databases, archived editions of the JSBM and Inter-ICSB publications, as well as monthly job listings and related discounts. In this edition of the bulletin, ICSB members will find news related to the upcoming USASBE conference in January, ... 12/31/2008 11:18:11 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=107 Entrepreneurs slam ANC's small business programmesby Septi Bukula City Press BusinessCity Press is an English national Sunday paper of the RCP Media group and which is sold weekly in South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Swaziland and Namibia. 20/12/2008 15:58 - (SA) I ATTENDED a meeting between black business and the ANC in Sandton, Johannesburg, earlier this month. The business organisations offered nothing new in their presentations – and neither did the ruling party.Even Paul Mashatile, Gauteng's new premier, could not offer more than promises that the issues raised at the meeting would find their way onto the ANC election manifesto.Apart from that, I was ... 12/23/2008 4:38:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=106 The RENT XXII took place in Covilhã, Portugal, on November 20-21 and was hosted by University of Beira Interior. The main theme for the RENT XXII was "Entrepreneurship as an Engine for Regional Development". Read more about the conference on ECSB website .Again, a successful Doctoral Workshop was organised in conjunction with the RENT Conference. There were 17 participants in the workshop and it was chaired by professors Friederike Welter (Jönköping International Business School, Sweden) and Poul Rind Christensen (Aarhus Business School, Denmark).ECSB thanks all participants and the organisers for an excellent conference!NOTICE TO ALL NEWLY JOINED MEMBERS! ECSB Secretariat will ... 12/23/2008 3:24:38 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=105 As we are wrapping up the fall semester, it is time to start thinking about new ideas to bring into the classroom and into our Entrepreneurship Centers for the spring. We hope you find some useful ideas and tips in this month's newsletter. Using Marshmallows and Spaghetti to Teach the Creative ProcessMinet Schindehutte at Syracuse University and Jose Gonzalez of Belmont University have found a creative way to teach the creative process. Students get two resources – spaghetti & marshmallows – and are told to build the highest possible structure in 15 minutes using only those two materials. The winning structure captured on ... 12/17/2008 11:01:02 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=104 The International Council for Small Business (ICSB) is proud to announce the official launch of our new Members Section located at http://www.icsb.org/members. This new section of the ICSB website serves as an extension of our continuing mission to provide the most dynamic and worthwhile online experience for our global membership. Over time we have found that our members desire a comprehensive online experience when connecting with other ICSB members from around the world. In addressing this point, we have introduced a variety of new features that will enhance the accessibility of members, as well as providing all ICSB publications and distributions at the touch of ... 12/12/2008 10:28:40 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=103 CommEnt Research Symposium COMMunity engagement in ENTerprising activity February 15th to 17th 2009 Armidale, NSW, Australia SYMPOSIUM HISTORY The CommEnt symposium (formerly COMMunity engagement in ENTrepreneurial economic activity) was first held in Newcastle, Australia in February 2005. The following year the symposium moved to Hamner Springs in New Zealand. A number of factors have contributed to planned events not occurring in subsequent years. This 2009 symposium (with a slight name change) is being organized by the originators of the 2005 conference because we recognize the ongoing need for a forum of this type. CALL FOR PAPERS As in the past, this event is intended to be a discussion ... 12/11/2008 4:43:18 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=102 Attend the USASBE 2009 Conference to network and learn more about International Entrepreneurship! The annual USASBE conference is one of the premier gatherings of entrepreneurship scholars and educators in the world. It is also a great place to learn of best practices in entrepreneurship education and program development, with recognition given annually to the model academic programs, pedagogy, and outreach efforts in the United States.USASBE 2009 will take place at the Hilton Anaheim hotel, which is in the heart of California's famous Orange County. The hotel is adjacent to the Anaheim Convention Center and a short drive from the Disneyland® Resort, Angel ... 12/5/2008 3:31:41 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=101 Welcome to the November 2008 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. November news topics represent a diverse mix of global stories from Europe to Taiwan. Membership announcements for the month included the Call for 2009-10 ICSB Board Nominations as well as the Call for ICSB2009 World Conference Abstract Submissions. Additionally, the International Office initiated a new social media presence in November while also taking a look at cultural diversity at Proctor & Gamble courtesy of Mr. Jorge Mesquita. Upcoming events include the USASBE 2009 Conference in Anaheim, California USA. For more information on ICSB news stories, please ... 12/5/2008 11:37:19 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=100 ECSB and ICSB announce the activation of a new wiki, dedicated to entrepreneurship and small business scholars and practitioners. As an extension of the ICSB's global mission, the wiki represents a first step in developing the potential of Internet-enabled collaboration to foster interaction among a worldwide membership, and build the world's richest on-line community on entrepreneurship and small business studies. The wiki is accessible at the following URL - www.icsb.org/wiki It takes just a few minutes to join, and once registered, members can edit almost any content in an unsupervised, peer-to-peer, open-source fashion. For example, users can add or improve definitions in the encyclopedia, start collaborative activities in ... 12/4/2008 5:05:06 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=99 ICSB is excited to help launch SmallBusinessAdvice.tv The site is a specialist online TV resource aimed specifically at UK small businesses. If you want an edge, this is where you'll find it. Brought to you by The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), Dell Inc. and Intel, www.smallbusinessadvice.tv provides impartial advice on a wide range of topics that you can use to help make your business a success. In August 2008, a Dell Inc.-commissioned research survey of small business owners and managers in the UK found among other things that a majority of businesses use the internet for business advice, approximately 75% of respondents ... 12/2/2008 4:46:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=98 Greetings from the 2009 ICSB World Conference Organizing Committee, Welcome to Dynamic Korea! We are extremely excited for the arrival of the upcoming 2009 ICSB World Conference from June 21 - 24, 2009 in Seoul, Korea and we certainly hope that you will be joining us for this landmark event. The Call for Abstracts is our official announcement that the online abstract submission system is now live and ready for submissions. Please click hereto visit our online submission page. Interested participants are also encouraged to visit us online at www.icsb2009.org. Here you will find more information about the Conference program, registration requirements, ... 11/24/2008 5:14:22 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=97 Entrepreneurship programs are finding some creative ways to bring experiential education to the classroom covering the full range of the entrepreneurial process from the pre-venture stage of opportunity recognition through the actual operation of a venture. In this edition we look at a classroom exercise, campus-based businesses, and an integrative program known as E-Scholars as examples of programs that provide effective experiential learning pedagogies. Opportunity Identification and Assessment Classroom ExerciseDr. Mark Schenkel of Belmont University has developed an experiential exercise to introduce the Opportunity Identification and Assessment process to his introductory undergraduate and graduate students. He sends his students out to traverse the ... 11/21/2008 10:44:09 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=96 The International Council for Small Business (ICSB) would like to congratulate our Europe-based affiliate, the European Council for Small Business (ECSB) on their 20th anniversary of affiliation. The network of ECSB covers nearly all of Europe geographically, resulting in membership from approximately 500 experts in over 30 countries. ECSB is also the co-organizer of the annual RENT Conference, which is Europe's premier research conference in the field of entrepreneurship. Beginning on Thursday November 20, ECSB will co-host the RENT XXII Conference in Covilhã, Portugal at the University of Beira Interior. ECSB organizes high-quality conferences for its members, such as the RENT conference ... 11/19/2008 10:58:01 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=95 About New Business Actualization Plan In 2004, SMEA began the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Plans with a focus on three areas; Business Start-up Counseling Services Program, SME Innovation and Start-up Business Colleges, and New Business Actualization. The three stages of guidance are based on the lifecycle of any newly established enterprise, that is, the seeding stage, getting the new business established and the continuous growth period, are recognized as a way to provide better and complete services for start-up businesses. This service is meant to help both those who wish to start their own businesses and those who have already done so, and ... 11/18/2008 1:17:52 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=94 Today, the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) announces a new social media presence. On behalf of the ICSB community, the International Office has initiated dialogue on popular social media websites such as Facebook, MySpace and Twitter. These newly founded web 2.0 pages will now require the support of our entire ICSB global community as we move forward in the digital arena! We encourage all to join and to contribute original and unique content that will have a tremendous impact on the visibility of our organization. The global conversation on small business and entrepreneurship is an ongoing discussion and it is becoming increasingly important that ... 11/17/2008 11:49:15 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=93 On October 16, 2008 the George Washington University School of Business hosted Proctor and Gamble President of Global Fabric Care, Mr. Jorge Mesquita. Mr. Mesquita gave a presentation to a group of graduate and undergraduate students from the University on the topic of culture and its impact within the business world, with a special insight from a multi-national organization such as Proctor and Gamble. Mr. Mesquita has spent most of his professional career working for P&G. He started in South America with a position in Product Development and eventually worked his way up through the ranks to his present position. Mr. ... 11/13/2008 1:23:14 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=92 1 WEEK TO GO!Global, national and local leaders show confidence in next generation of entrepreneursInnovation key to solving current economic crisis Business leaders, high profile entrepreneurs and politicians from seventy-seven countries have come forward to support the upcoming launch of Global Entrepreneurship Week (November 17-23) and show confidence in the entrepreneurs and small businesses of the future. This unprecedented collection of backers agree that, in the wake of the global financial crisis, it is now more important than ever to ensure that the next generation develop enterprise capabilities - including financial literacy, a global mindset and a passion for ideas and innovation. ... 11/10/2008 5:13:33 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=90 RURAL ENGLAND NATURAL GARDENING COMPANY WORMS ITS WAY TO GLOBAL DELL SMALL BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD Innovative Use of Social Media Earns Wiggly Wigglers Global Acclaim from ICSB, DELL and Endeavor Podcasts, Wiki, Facebook Helps Grow Global Customer Base to 90,000, Reduce Advertising Budget by 80 Percent Online Customer Communications Among Top Issues Driving SMB IT Investments NEW YORK, NY, Nov. 6, 2008 -- Innovation and leadership in social media earned Wiggly Wigglers, a rural England-based natural gardening mail-order company, the 2008 Global Dell Small Business Excellence Award. The announcement and $50,000 technology award were made today at a press conference in New York. The News: Innovation and leadership ... 11/6/2008 3:00:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=89 Tecnomodel is the 2008 Italian National Winner for the Dell Inc. Global Small Business Excellence Award. Tecnomodel is a leader in the business of creating and designing footwear samples for the high-end fashion field. Tecnomodel's clients consist of mid-level to large-sized industrial groups with global activity and the need for custom designs and footwear samples. Clients include Enrico Coveri, Pollini, Moschino Jeans, Jean Paul Gaultier, Alberta Ferretti, Levi's, Diesel, and Boccaccini. The goal at Tecnmodel is to be considered as the benchmark by all companies in the world of fashion, footwear and leather goods. Their business offering is built on solid experiences ... 11/5/2008 12:04:26 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=88 During these difficult economic times the role of entrepreneurship educators becomes even more important. The entrepreneur's success will become an even greater challenge with tightening credit and a weakening economy. We hope that the ideas in the edition of our newsletter will provide tools to help better prepare our students for their entrepreneurial journeys and instill in them the confidence they will need to help lead us to renewed economic growth. Thinking Like a CustomerOne of the most difficult aspects of successful entry into a market is to learn to "think like a customer." Many aspiring entrepreneurs make the mistake of developing ... 11/3/2008 3:53:59 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=87 Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Growth and Performance 3rd RENT Anthology: Frontiers in European Entrepreneurship Research A third book of the ECSB Frontiers in European Entrepreneurship Research has been launced. This book represents the third in a series of papers selected from the ECSB's annual RENT Conference, which in this case was held in Brussels in November 2006. The field of entrepreneurship and small business studies has grown considerably in recent years in all European countries, with significant developments taking place in the research frameworks and methodologies used. This edited book contains 14 of the best papers presented at the 20th RENT conference, reflecting the diversity of ... 10/31/2008 2:06:25 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=86 56 NATIONS JOIN GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP WEEK A first-ever worldwide entrepreneurship event that is expected to involve millions of young people is taking shape. Fifty-six countries have currently signed on to support and initiate activities for Global Entrepreneurship Week, Nov. 17-23, 2008. This inaugural Week will engage young people around the world to encourage them to pursue entrepreneurial ideas and opportunities through activities with the support of entrepreneurs, government officials, non-profit leaders and educators. Global Entrepreneurship Week With the goal to inspire young people to embrace innovation, imagination and creativity, Global Entrepreneurship Week will encourage youth to think big, to turn their ideas ... 10/30/2008 12:29:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=85 Welcome to the October 2008 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. The month of October introduced a variety of exciting news stories to the ICSB community, with topics ranging from the upcoming global entrepreneurship week to ICSB announcements for Board nominations and future World Conference hosts. This edition of the monthly bulletin presents ten (10) of the top news stories found in the ICSB October article archive. Feel free to navigate our easy-access archives in addition to this bulletin. Also, please check out our profiles of the European ... 10/29/2008 4:10:34 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=84 2008 Taipei International Innovation, Entrepreneurship Forum-Beyond Silicon Valley- Time: 2008/10/31(Fri) Location: GIS Convention CenterNo.85, Sec. 4, Roosevelt Rd.Da-an District, Taipei City 106, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Organizer: Small and Medium Enterprise Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs, Taiwan (SMEA of MOEA)China Youth Career Development Association Headquarters Sponsored by: China Productivity Center, ICSB-ROC, Journal of Entrepreneurship Research Registration Fees: Free (Local or international) 2008 Taipei International Innovation, Entrepreneurship Forum Time Session/Topic Chair/Spekers/Guest 2008/10/31(Fri) 08:30~09:00 Registration 09:00~09:20(20mins) Opening Remarks Dr. Chii-Ming YiinMinister of Ministry of Economic Affairs Dr. Robert S. Q. LaiDirector General, SMEA, MOEA Mr. Allan WangChairman of China Youth Career Development Association Headquarters 09:20~09:30(10mins) The Development and Future of Entrepreneurship in Oriental and Western Emcee Dr. Chang-Yung LiuVice President of I-Shou University / Chief Editor ... 10/29/2008 12:48:48 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=83 Greetings from the ICSB Immediate Past President, Rob van der Horst.One of my roles as past president is the chairing of the Nominating Committee for the next slate of officers. We have made the nominating process as transparent as possible. We ask that all who believe they can serve ICSB, do so by serving on the Board of Directors. If you have the experience and will, I invite you to review the survey and submit a name for the 2009-2010 slate of officers.If you have any questions, please contact me (rvh@eim.nl) or the International Office (icsb@gwu.edu - tel +1-202-994-0704). Please click ... 10/28/2008 2:21:20 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=82 Launching the Global Award for Entrepreneurship Research www.e-award.org The FSF-Nutek Award has become firmly established as the foremost global award for research on entrepreneurship. The Prize is now doubled to 100,000 euros and the name of the Prize is changed to the Global Award for Entrepreneurship Research. A third partner, the Research Institute of Industrial Economics (IFN), joins the two original founders, the Swedish Foundation for Small Business Research (FSF) and the Swedish Agency for Economic and Regional Growth (Nutek). The partnership of IFN and the doubling of the prize sum has become possible thanks to a generous donation by the Swedish entrepreneur ... 10/28/2008 10:42:12 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=81 10 Cool Things to Do During Global Entrepreneurship Week From music, film and fashion competitions, to “emptying” your idea locker to solve challenges, the Week has something for every innovator Washington, D.C. — Prospective entrepreneurs of all kinds who want to participate in Global Entrepreneurship Week have a growing list of diverse, challenging and motivating events to choose from. They can check out www.UnleashingIdeas.org for all the details. The Week, Nov. 17-23, offers a first-ever, worldwide series of events to celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship and encourage young people to become more innovative and entrepreneurial. In the United States, the Week includes a series ... 10/28/2008 10:27:36 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=80 Founded in October 2000 and based in Marseille, Sinetis is a French editor of software, ultra-light internet solutions and remote administration of PC applications thanks to its SyScript and WebAndPlay software. Sinetis is an innovative company in the fields of pool management (automation of the process of replacing PCs), the design of ‘ready to browse' software (without a browser on the Internet), and the design of websites using organizationally developed widget technology (client and server). Sinetis' WebandPlay technology allows customers to reach approximately twelve (12) applications in the administration of PCs (inventories, management of schedules, automated installation, etc.), accessible directly on-line ... 10/27/2008 11:47:35 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=79 The June 20, 2008 Policy Forum was the fourth in a series offered as a preconference event to the Annual World Conference of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB). The first ICSB Policy Forum was held in conjunction with the 50 th anniversary conference in Washington, DC in 2005, followed by forums in Melbourne, Australia in 2006 and Turku, Finland in 2007. The objective of the 2008 Policy Forum was to bring together policymakers, SME/entrepreneurship researchers and SME associations from around the world to dialogue on policy issues and questions related to stimulating a more conducive environment for entrepreneurship and ... 10/24/2008 11:21:38 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=78 Attention ICSB! Request for Proposals to host the 2012 ICSB World Conference due January 5, 2009 by 5pm EST Download RFP (.pdf) here Download World Conference Manual (.pdf) The ICSB World Conference schedule is currently set through 2011: 2006 Melbourne, Australia – SEAANZ 2007 Turku, Finland – ECSB 2008 Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada - CCSBE/CCPME 2009 Seoul- South Korea - KOSBI 2010 University of Cincinnati, Ohio, USA 2011 Stockholm, Sweden - ECSB 2012 Proposals due in PDF format by 5 January 2009 by 5 pm EST. Please send to Ayman El Tarabishy at ICSB@gwu.edu The World Conference of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) is hosted by an ICSB affiliate organization ... 10/24/2008 11:08:13 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=77 Dear Colleagues:It is recognized that entrepreneurship is a rapidly growing curriculum within the nation's colleges and universities, creating the demand for new faculty. As with any emerging or expanding academic field, the new faculty must be exposed to the methodology and advancements of the discipline if curriculum is to be delivered at an effective and acceptable level. To underscore USASBE's commitment to the continued expansion of the teaching of entrepreneurship, the FACULTY AND CENTER STAFF DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM has been created to offer scholarships for the USASBE 2009 Conference.Under the Scholarship Program, $150 scholarships toward total Conference registration fee of $525 ... 10/22/2008 1:01:17 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=76 The Spanish National Winner for the Dell Inc. Global Small Business Excellence Award is Unkasoft. Unkasoft is a technology company specializing in inserting advertising in mobile video games, otherwise known as ‘mobile advergaming.' Acting as a mobile operator, advertiser and developer, Unkasoft pursues four pillars of business daily; innovation, teamwork, social responsibility, and positive association. In-game advertising is based on the use of videogame productions to create non-intrusive advertising, which is ultimately more efficient. Unkasoft promotes and is at the forefront of this new and entertaining way of creating static and/or dynamic publicity initiatives. Clients include Nokia, Filmax, Pepsi, Renault, and Intermon Oxfam. According ... 10/20/2008 10:52:52 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=75 Small Business Owners Optimism Altered by Mid-Month EventsPositive Start Yields to Negative Finish WASHINGTON, October 14, 2008 – The National Federation of Independent Business Index of Small Business Optimism rose 1.8 points to 92.9 (1986=100) in September, continuing one of the longest strings of recession-level readings in the history of the survey (started in 1973). But the index did rise for the second month in a row. “Dramatic improvements in the percent of owners expecting the economy to improve over the next six months and solid plans to invest in new inventories accounted for the early surge, but the bulk of the ... 10/14/2008 1:31:30 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=74 Seventy percent of women who define themselves as highly balanced believe they are more successful than their colleagues, according to newly released research from the Hot Mommas project, a GW School of Business-supported research initiative which chronicles the best practices of women who have achieved success in multiple facets of their life. The research, which was conducted between 2005 and 2007, is based on an in-depth survey of 269 working women in the U.S. One of the questions survey respondents were asked was how successful they felt relative to other colleagues. “We found that the most balanced segment of the survey population ... 10/13/2008 1:27:09 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=73 42 Media Group is the 2008 National Winner for Germany in the Dell Global Small Business Excellence Award. 42 Media Group is a leading provider of software solutions and services for audio-visual company communication in Europe, with a concentration in Germany. The team is comprised of approximately 35 employees, who support the in-store televisions for more than 200 clients, such as Postbank, MediMax and Movie Park Germany. Clients represent companies from the sectors of wholesale and retail, services, banks and industry. Through their innovative use of technology, competent and highly motivated teams and high standards for quality and security that satisfy even banking standards, 42 ... 10/13/2008 8:58:25 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=72 This week a few new videos were posted to ICSB TV. I encourage all to visit this section of our website to observe live footage from events recently held in Germany and Australia. The first video listed is titled ‘ICSB-Dell Berlin Event.' This video was recorded in Berlin for the 2008 Dell Global Small Business Excellence Award: European National Winners event. The presenter is Jaime Lanchares, CEO of Unkasoft, this year's Spanish National Winner. During the presentation, Mr. Lanchares describes the way his business has utilized information technology in innovative ways to improve the customer experience. Mr. Lanchares also provides insights to new technologies and ... 10/10/2008 5:26:05 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=71 Wiggly Wigglers is the 2008 U.K. National Winner for the DELL Global Small Business Excellence Award. The company is based in Blakemere, Herefordshire, a small rural village where the Lower Blakemere Farm is located. Wiggly Wigglers can be self-described as a ‘natural gardening mail-order company,' offering a variety of natural country products that include items for composting and soil improvement, seeds, plants, hedging and trees, and other tools and accessories. Founder Heather Gorringe describes Wiggly's offerings as 'products that gardeners may not know of but still have a need for'. This approach coupled with a dynamic social media strategy is what seperates Wiggly from your ... 10/8/2008 6:28:44 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=70 Founded in 1955, the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) was the first international membership organization to promote the growth and development of small businesses worldwide. ICSB is the world's largest international organization dedicated to advancing small business and entrepreneurship. ICSB coordinates and integrates programs and information among its 1,800 plus members in 70 countries joined through ten affiliates in Australia/New Zealand, Brazil, Canada, Europe, Japan, Korea, Puerto Rico and Caribbean, Taiwan and the United States. ICSB brings together educators, researchers, policy makers and practitioners from around the world to share knowledge and expertise in their respective fields. The George Washington University School of Business ... 10/8/2008 12:43:27 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=69 A Practitioner's Guide to Turning SMEs Into Learning Organizations What is a learning organization? In today's contemporary society the one constant factor is the exponential increase in the rate of change. To respond successfully to rapidly changing environments and markets, organizations need to learn at least as quickly as the prevailing rate of change. During the past several years, many scholars have suggested that learning may be the only source of competitive advantage for organizations and that the hallmark of effective organizations will become their capacity to learn1. The notion of the learning organization has generated tremen­dous debate. Proponents of the learning organization ... 10/6/2008 5:09:01 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=68 Welcome to the September 2008 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. During the month of September, ICSB highlighted a number of exciting events such as the Dell Global Small Business Excellence Award; European National Winners in Berlin and the 2008 SEAANZ Conference in Sydney. These events, in particular, were received with great enthusiasm as ICSB continues to play an active role in the promotion of small business and entrepreneurship worldwide. As you scroll through this month's archive, you will observe the growing international relationship between ICSB ... 9/30/2008 5:10:17 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=67 There are many ways for us to bring entrepreneurship alive for our students in the classroom and beyond. This issue looks at a few ideas to connect our students around the globe, challenge students to launch a business in class, and bring successful entrepreneurs' stories into our classrooms. Global Entrepreneurship Week A great way to launch your new academic year and to help build your entrepreneurship program is to have your students prepare for and participate in Global Entrepreneurship Week—November 17-23, 2008. Take advantage of this week! It offers an opportunity to showcase your entrepreneurship program by joining together with universities and other organizations ... 9/25/2008 12:36:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=66 From September 13-17 2008, Study Group Australia co-hosted their 21st Annual Conference with the Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand (SEAANZ). The conference was held in Sydney this year, to the tune of great success. The success of the conference can be particularly attributed to the Darlinghurst staff, who made certain that all visitors and guests were welcomed and assisted during their stay. In total, 47 delegates attended this year's Conference, with the majority of them travelling from overseas (USA, Canada, United Kingdom, New Zealand, India, Netherlands and Finland). Delegates in attendance included representatives from governments in both Australia ... 9/25/2008 11:38:31 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=65 In Berlin during the week of September 22, each European National Winner for the Dell Global Small Business Excellence Award was in attendance at the Hotel Kempinski Adlon Berlin to receive their recognition as a Global Finalist for 2008. European winners from France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom had the chance to participate in a roundtable discussion with Dell Inc. CEO Michael Dell and other select Dell Executives. The discussion was an invaluable time for best practice sharing and discussions regarding the current small business landscape around the world. During the discussion Mr. Dell provided unique insight into what it means to be a small business owner and how to survive ... 9/22/2008 4:27:27 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=64 Google and Share Ware technologies Reach into Entrepreneurship Education – Examples from Australia and New ZealandLeveling the Playing Field Entrepreneurship education is rapidly gaining momentum and becoming an integral part of the academic curricula in many schools and higher educational institutions around the globe, and the growing inclination towards entrepreneurship is most likely to continue and expand. In Sydney, Australia at Charles Sturt University (CSU), entrepreneurship education is boosted by Google applications and online learning tools. Charles Sturt University is Australia's leading provider of distance education. Every year over 21,000 students around the world study undergraduate and postgraduate courses or single subjects ... 9/16/2008 9:58:05 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=63 Entrepreneurship Research in Europe: A Focal Point The research in entrepreneurship and small business has prospered and grown considerably during the past decade in all European countries. Remarkable developments have taken place in the research frameworks and methodologies respectively. Progress in the field of entrepreneurship is not only triggered by the exchange of ideas and new analyses that derive from the interaction among the entrepreneurial community, the policy makers and the academic community. It is also characterized by the growing emphasis on entrepreneurship in policy agendas and business communities all over Europe. It has stimulated dialogue among the private and public entities, and ... 9/8/2008 6:20:20 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=62 Welcome Message from Dr. Charles H. Matthews, ICSB President Welcome to the August 2008 edition of the ICSB Bulletin. The ICSB Bulletin has been established to capture the major ICSB news stories of the past month. Our goal at ICSB is to bring new opportunities to our members each month as a means of connecting our global community. The ICSB global network is comprised of researchers, educators, policy makers and practitioners, who all have a direct role in the distribution of global knowledge. I encourage you to take advantage of these unique and exciting opportunities available each month through ICSB. Stay tuned ... 9/8/2008 8:30:59 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=61 The Dell and ICSB study seeks to understand small business customer pain points around the world in order to more effectively deliver small-business technology products and services. The study was conducted through a 15-minute online survey administered to 1,361 small business technology buyers around the world. A minimum of 150 interviews were conducted in each of the following 9 countries: US, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Japan, Russia, and UK. Within each of the countries, one-third of the interviews are from 1-4 employee firms, one-third are from 5-20 employee firms, and one-third are from 21-99 employee firms. According to the nine-country survey of ... 9/5/2008 12:53:16 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=60 You have in your hands the first issue of the SMEE Review, a journal dedicated to practitioners in small and medium-sized enterprises and entrepreneurship. The term “practitioner” applies not only to individuals who are small business managers or entrepreneurs but also to those who are general small business facilitators, small business counselors, small business and SME financing researchers, private sector development experts, accountants, lawyers, people in small business enterprise associations and networks, business incubator managers, and people who work for governments and other agencies whose task is to provide support for the SME operator. by Jean-Marie Nkongolo This journal is created by the ... 9/3/2008 1:06:35 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=59 Entrepreneurship is a driver of economic, social and cultural development around the world. In the U.S. over half of our economy is driven by small business and entrepreneurs create 80% of all new jobs. So this issue looks at how the attitudes and skills of entrepreneurship can be leveraged – for education reform and to enact real social change. Entrepreneurship as a Vehicle for Education Reform There are several efforts underway to use Entrepreneurship as a vehicle for education reform.Here are two: * Advance Baton Rouge Dr. Mark Weaver of LSU is working with the non-profit organization to create a series of workshops ... 8/28/2008 11:46:53 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=58 ESBA BULLETIN of 18 August 2008 – Volume 10 – Number 6 EU News and Views from the European Small Business Alliance Headlines EU/Enterprise: Commission presents Action Plan for sustainable consumption and production In Brief EU/ EIT: Commission appoints EIT Governing BoardEU/ Enterprise: New industrial property rights strategy to protect innovative SMEs Publications Eurostat: European Union Labor Force Survey-Annual results 2007 SCALES-Initiative: Overcoming Resource-Constraints through Internationalization? An empirical Analysis of European SMEs Consultations NEW: Online Consultation on post-2012 climate change agreement ONGOING: Online Consultation on Combating Late Payments in Commercial Transactions Online consultation on Administrative Burdens Reduction COMING UP Headlines: EU/ Enterprise: New Action Plan for sustainable consumption and production in Europe On 16 ... 8/25/2008 12:50:00 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=57 International Course in Israel on: The Promise and Limitations of Microfinance Institutions as a Major Tool in Developing SMEs September 8 - 17, 2008 Course Objective Microfinance has increasingly become a major tool in ensuring that small and micro scale producing people as well as low income and poor households that are economically active (production, services, trade and transportation) would have an adequate access to effective financial services (credit, saving, insurance, and money transfer) that until recent years was confined to the more well to do clientele. The microfinance revolution which is hardly 25 years old and in many countries has started much later or has ... 8/22/2008 10:48:41 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=56 The Swedish Foundation for Small Business Research (FSF) and The Swedish Agency for Economic and Regional Growth (Nutek) have the honour of inviting you to a very special meeting in Sweden this fall. This conference is a unique chance to discuss perspectives on entrepreneurship and globalization, entrepreneurial learning, innovation and entrepreneurship policy. At the beautiful conference venue Tylösand, we present you with an unique opportunity to interact and listen to some of the most renowned experts and scholars within the field of entrepreneurship. On the program, we are proud to present several of the recipients of our prestigious research award, The ... 8/18/2008 4:33:06 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=55 The 2008 Academy of Management (AOM) Annual Meeting is being held in Anaheim, California, USA this year with an expected attendance of approximately 7,500-8,000 people. The Anaheim Convention Center serves as the venue for the multitude of activities scheduled to take place during the 4 day window. The AOM is a leading professional association of scholars, dedicated to creating and disseminating knowledge about management and organizations. The Academy's central mission is to enhance the profession of management by advancing the scholarship of management and enriching the professional development of all its members. The Academy's membership consists of scholars at colleges, universities and ... 8/10/2008 4:02:57 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=54 The 2009 ICSB World Conference will be held from June 21-24, 2009 in Seoul, Korea at the Convention and Exhibition Center (COEX). The event is hosted by ISCB Korea and the Korea Association of Small Business Studies with support from the Korean Small and Medium Business Administration, Korean Small Business Institute, Korea Federation of Small and Medium Business, Small Business Corporation and Industrial Bank of Korea. The conference is expected to be a unique gathering of business leaders, scholars, government officials, and economic experts interested in sharing best practices, building new relationships, and discussing diverse issues for the development and advancement ... 8/4/2008 3:28:22 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=53 This year Dell announced it was expanding the Small Business Excellence Award internationally, giving small businesses that demonstrate technology innovation to benefit customers a chance to win up to $50,000 in Dell solutions, in addition to being honored by Dell and its world-class partners. Global award partners include the International Council for Small Business (ICSB), which has a mission to advance entrepreneurship through global knowledge sharing and networking, and Endeavor, a global non-profit supporting emerging market entrepreneurs. Entrants represented businesses with 100 or fewer employees and a multitude of industries including information technology solutions, healthcare solutions, business integration technology, digital media advertising and ... 7/29/2008 1:38:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=52 Jolera Inc. is an Information Technology solutions provider that has been selected as a finalist for the 2008 Dell Canada Small Business Excellence Award. Based in Toronto, Ontario the company was founded in 2001 with a mission to change the way IT services were priced and delivered. Today, Jolera employs over 30 people and has increased revenue to approximately CAD $3,500,000 in 2007. Since the company's inception, Jolera has truly evolved into the upper echelon of Information Technology service providers. Recent acknowledgements in addition to being a GSBEA Finalist include recognition by Profit Magazine as one of the 49th Fastest Growing ... 7/29/2008 1:03:02 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=51 The International Summer University for Young Entrepreneurs ADVANCIA, School of entrepreneurship,Paris Chamber Commerce An initiation training to Entrepreneurship open to young French speaking individuals, 18 to 30 years of age, who wish to explore entrepreneurship and develop their entrepreneurial potential. Objectives are simple : to boost entrepreneurial potential in bringing together participants from French-speaking countries around the world to provide a unique opportunity to discover know-how and attitudes from countries sharing a common language but vastly differing in their social and economic structures and the various contexts in which businesses are created and managed. For the participants, the challenge is to be able to formalize ... 7/27/2008 6:34:02 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=50 The final installment of our series with Dr. Howard Aldrich comes in the form of a research publication. We first heard from Dr. Aldrich at his plenary panel session during the 2008 World Conference in Halifax. Following that session, we conducted an interview to discuss his presentation topic and relay his message to the web. The publication featured in this article tackles the same subject of forming entrepreneurial teams and argues that ‘certain kinds of social network structures are more likely than others to generate strong entrepreneurial teams.' This paper has been prepared for the FSF-Swedish Foundation for Small Business Research Conference, ... 7/25/2008 5:01:37 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=49 ICSB DELL ANNOUNCES FINALISTS FOR 2008 UK SMALL BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD 10 UK Finalists Drive Innovation within SMB Sector21/07/08 | 16:55 ICSB/Dell today announced the 10 UK finalists of the 2008 Dell Small Business Excellence Award (www.dell.co.uk/ceaward), in partnership with The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) and The Daily Express. Dell's global partner, International Council for Small Businesses (ICSB), selected the following companies as having demonstrated the outstanding application of technology to foster growth and deliver an exceptional customer experience: Pat Clarke Total Training, Lincoln, England - providing training, support and consultancy to healthcare and social service businesses Sandmere Practice, London, England - ... 7/22/2008 4:11:52 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=48 Announcement ECSB – USASBE Doctoral Exchange Programme Participate in theInaugural USASBE Doctoral Consortium!Anaheim, California, 9-11 January 2009 Application deadline: 5th October 2008 In 2008, ECSB and its sister organization USASBE (United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship) agreed on a doctoral exchange programme. As a doctoral student from Europe, you will have the opportunity to participate in the USASBE Doctoral Consortium at USASBE, meet the US leading scholars in small business and entrepreneurship research and network with students from all over the US. USASBE will waive the fee for participation in the USASBE conference and doctoral consortium. How to apply? Send a one-page letter ... 7/21/2008 5:14:47 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=47 Today, July 21, 2008, an article was featured in the Financial Post that highlighted the 2008 ICSB World Conference and in particular our 'Best Paper' process. The Financial Post is a National Post publication, which serves as one of Canada's two national newspapers. The author, Rick Spence, is a writer, consultant and speaker specializing in entrepreneurship whose column appears every Monday in the Financial Post. Below you may find the article in its entirety. Please refer to the links provided to visit the Financial Post and National Post pages respectively. Lastly, we would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Robert Anderson ... 7/21/2008 5:04:52 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=46 The 2008 ICSB World Conference brought together researchers, educators, policy makers and business service providers from around the globe to share their expertise and present submitted work. With a diverse mix of insightful papers and provocative workshops, the annual conference showcased a stimulating program that has helped shape one of the premier gatherings of entrepreneurship scholars and educators worldwide. This year's conference proceedings include over 380 submissions across 5 overarching themes; Entrepreneurial Institutions, Challenges and Opportunities to Entrepreneurial Development, Social and Sustainable Entrepreneurship, Creation to Exit - Fostering Small Business (Opportunity recognition, Start-ups, Retention, Succession), and Francophone (French) Submissions. Under each theme there exists a number of sub-categories ... 7/21/2008 2:37:30 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=45 The third Wilford L. White Fellow honoree showcased in our profile series is Dr. Anders Lundström. Dr. Lundström is the President of the Swedish Foundation for Small Business Research (FSF), Sweden, visiting professor at Mälardalens University, and a Past-President for ICSB (2002-03). Dr. Lundström has, during many years in different positions, been responsible for the development of a vast number of research and policy oriented programs in Sweden and abroad. Dr. Lundström has been the creator of The Swedish Foundation for Small Business Research and the creator of the world-renowned, Award for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Research, which has been given ... 7/21/2008 9:01:10 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=44 The Wilford L. White Fellow Award recognizes the achievements of those men and women whose passion and burning desire for small business and entrepreneurship is reflected in their teaching, writing, research, training and public service. Since 1977, seventy six distinguished educators, researchers, government officials, small business advocates and trade association leaders have been selected as a Wilford White Fellow including our three newly elected fellows. Our second Wilford L. White Fellow profile looks at Sandra King Kauanui, a member of our ICSB community and someone who has contributed immensely to the success of ICSB through involvement in the Board of Directors for ... 7/15/2008 4:19:52 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=43 June 25th, 7:45 a.m: A highly focused, yet friendly, David Storey whisks by. “Thought I should grab my presentation for this morning,” he laughs as he descends the elevator backwards—smiling to each conference attendee he passes along the way. Within this same hour, he has since returned to the conference and is standing at the front of the Nova Scotia Convention Center Ballroom, engaging a room full of academics and professionals with his perspectives on the relationship between research and policy, and advocating a new paradigm for small business researchers to adopt—the “Non U-Approach.” He energetically describes this model as a ... 7/11/2008 8:23:00 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=42 Entrepreneurial Education is expanding world-wide with the new announcement of a partnership between the International Entrepreneur Educators and the International Council for Small Business (ICSB). Together both organizations will continue to promote entrepreneurship and add even more worldwide options to an increasingly dynamic network. Job listings, newsletters and websites will all experience additional attention. The Entrepreneurship Educator is a monthly newsletter from the International Entrepreneur Educators distributed by The Planning Shop to promote entrepreneurship and small business. Below is an excerpt from the July 2008 Edition provided by Dr. Jeff Cornwall. Dr. Cornwall is a Professor of Entrepreneurship at the Belmont University ... 7/9/2008 12:50:11 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=41 The Dell-ICSB Small Business Excellence Award Competition for Italy took place in Milan on July 1st, 2008. The judging team was comprised of two members of the ICSB affiliate in Europe (ECSB), two Dell representatives, and the ICSB executive director- as an observer. Prior to the judging event on July 2nd, the team had independently reviewed all submitted entries and personally selected their top ten favorites. During the event, judges discussed all top favorites and collectively agreed on the top ten finalists. The list was further reduced to three finalists. A thorough discussion among the judges on the reduced list made it ... 7/8/2008 9:03:30 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=40 At the 2008 ICSB World Conference in Halifax, five papers were selected by reviewers as the best for each of the presentation themes. Each paper was reviewed by at least 3 experts across spectrums, who subsequently rated the entries based on a broad criterion. A panel of judges was then responsible for selecting the best paper from among the five finalists. The conference best paper is "Entrepreneurship and Spirituality: An Exploration Using Grounded Theory" by Sandra Kauanui, Kevin Thomas, Cynthia Sherman, Gail Waters and Mihaela Gilea. The five theme winners and the best paper were announced at the closing conference luncheon by ... 7/7/2008 11:40:26 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=39 There were 43 entries into the Australian component of the Dell Small Business Excellence Awards and the first task of two members of the judging panel was to reduce the 43 entries to 10. The selection was made by comparing the responses of each entry to the four main questions asked. Each of the two judges did this independently and there was a high degree of commonality with nine of the 43 being common and the 10th agreed to through an exchange of emails.The final judging took place in Sydney with most of the judging panel being present. Those who could ... 7/7/2008 5:06:19 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=38 It all began a little over 5 years ago, when Ryan Rugroden recognized the need to better leverage information technology to assist in the designing and redesigning of customers’ dream homes. Taking it upon himself to keep up with the latest in home design software, Ryan knew he could serve customers in a way that truly differentiated him from his competition. With this realization, Ryan founded Rugroden Drafting and Design. Today Rugroden Drafting and Design is a residential drafting and design service that allows customers to view their construction drawings digitally by incorporating interactive 3D technology. Rugroden Drafting & Design uses Softplan, architectural design software, to turn a customer’s requests, thoughts ... 7/6/2008 11:00:21 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=37 The healthcare industry is currently experiencing its fair share of challenges including high-cost coverage, a nursing shortage, and a society full of non-compliant patients. Kent Dicks, president and CEO of MedApps, Inc., sees solutions to problems like these in the technology available today. MedApps utilizes advancements in cellular and wireless technology to produce a mobile wireless health monitoring system capable of examining and keeping tabs on patients’ health from a distance. How does this device help with the problems we see in healthcare? “Previously, the only form of remote health monitoring was very costly,” explained Kent, “and because of the high cost, only chronically ill patients could receive it.” Now, by employing ... 7/6/2008 10:43:44 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=36 At the 2008 ICSB World Conference in Halifax, the Wilford L. White Fellows' inducted three new representatives into their distinguished group. The ceremony took place at the Gala Dinner on Tuesday evening, June 24. Dr. George Solomon, Chair of the Wilford L. White Fellows, presented the awards and talked briefly about each recipient. Dr. Solomon has worked extensively over the years with the Wilford L. White Fellows and ICSB to support this special group of leaders and his remarks shed light on the special honor that is selection as a Wilford L. White Fellow. Joining the Fellows' this year are Anders Lundström, ... 7/2/2008 11:39:45 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=35 On Tuesday June 24 at the 2008 ICSB World Conference, many of our guests attended the Gala Dinner from 7:30-11:00pm as a final group activity. Conference organizers provided food, drink and dance to the sounds of famous Nova Scotia band Blueberry Grunt and the piano styling of Steve Dooks, while also scheduling the introduction of this year's Wilford L. White Fellows, and two distinguished speakers. Split between two rooms, the night provided a great platform to socialize and also say goodbye. When dinner was concluding and most of the program already complete, the event came to our keynote speaker Mr. Ben Barry, ... 6/30/2008 9:20:05 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=34 DELL CANADA ANNOUNCES 10 SMALL BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD FINALISTS Award recognizes small businesses that use technology to better serve customers TORONTO and HALIFAX, June 25, 2008 – At the 2008 International Council of Small Business (ICSB) World Conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Dell Canada today announced the ten finalists for the company's fourth annual Small Business Excellence Award. To learn more about the award, visit www.dell.ca/ceaward. “Technology facilitates interaction and trust with customers. Successful small businesses are leveraging that asset to grow their businesses,” according to Kevin Peesker, vice president and general manager Small and Medium Business, Dell Canada. “The ten finalists clearly ... 6/25/2008 3:23:37 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=31 Yesterday morning's plenary panel featured three speakers with perspectives across the spectrum of entrepreneurial education and research. The discussion was launched and mediated by Dr. Anders Lundström, Past-President of ICSB and current President of the Swedish Foundation for Small Business Research (FSF) and IPREG. The opening speaker was Dr. Howard Aldrich, Professor and Department Chair of the Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. His presentation examined the formation and composition of entrepreneurial teams. He identified two predominant models associated with team formation; one centering on “rational selection theory” and another with a “social-psychological” base. The former ... 6/24/2008 10:35:08 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=30 For the first time ever, we invite the ICSB global community to PREVIEW a plenary presentation and send us your questions to ask the presenter via ICSB TV. The presenter is Dr. Howard Aldrich, Professor of Sociology and chair of the Department of Sociology. He won the Carlyle Sitterson Award for Outstanding Teaching in 2002. In 2000, the Swedish Foundation of Small Business Research named him the Entrepreneurship Researcher of the Year and the Organization and Management Division of the Academy of Management presented him with a Distinguished Career of Scholarly Achievement award.Howard Aldrich researches entrepreneurship, the origins of new organizational ... 6/24/2008 1:00:01 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=29 Yesterday morning's opening plenary panel began with a discussion on the “Perspectives and Trends on SME/Entrepreneurship Research, Education, Policy, and Practice.” Featured panelists included Dr. Zoltan Acs (Professor at the George Mason University and Director of the GMU Centre for Entrepreneurship and Public Policy), commenting on current research and Dr. Kevin Hindle (Professor of Entrepreneurship at the Australian Graduate School of Entrepreneurship at Swinborne University of Technology in Melbourne, Australia) sharing insights on entrepreneurship education.Dr. Zoltan Acs presented his study on high-growth firms, which he conducted in conjunction with William Parsons and Spencer Tracy. The analysis revisited the original thesis put ... 6/23/2008 11:43:12 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=28 22 June 2008 Today at the 2008 ICSB World Conference, delegates and members from across the globe converged on Halifax to participate in Board meetings, panel presentations and an enjoyable reception to end the evening. The day began at approximately 8:30am when our affiliate presidents met in the board room to discuss progressions made in the previous year and outlooks for the coming year. This is one of our most important networks within ICSB, as we continue to grow and pursue new avenues of knowledge. The backbone of our organization is our network which is built on the strength of our affiliates ... 6/22/2008 11:16:32 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=27 21 June 2008 This evening, a night before the official start of the 2008 ICSB World Conference, a group of ICSB members gathered for a night on the sea, filled with reunions and introductions. For a number of our members, tonight was the first chance in quite a few months, and in some cases even a year, when they have last seen each other. To my estimation a number of discussions started with stories of travel, which always prove to be good entertainment. The Tall Ship Silva is a spacious, completely re-furbished ship with indoor and outdoor settings that can accommodate up ... 6/21/2008 11:54:15 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=26 With a new web site, a new Bulletin was created to capture the major ICSB stories. For this edition, the Bulletin features ten stories of the past 5 months. It starts first with a message from the ICSB President. Rob van der Horst: We are rapidly approaching our next Annual World Conference in Halifax, when a new Board will take over the gavel.All Board members have beenvery active and very motivated this year to reach the goals this Board has set. So far, it has been an exiting year for my fellow Board members and me. Let me just give you a ... 6/21/2008 2:56:49 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=25 From: Executive Director of ICSB – Dr. Ayman El Tarabishy http://www.icsb.org/video_feed.asp ICSB T.V. is a new service offered to all ICSB members around the world to join their fellow colleagues at the World Conference held in Halifax, Nova Scotia.. The online TV will show excerpts of presentations, interviews of keynote speakers and participants, a tour of the exhibits area, and very importantly the incredible staff that made all this happen. The first three online videos are from the ICSB Pre-Conference Policy Forum titled “Trends in Entrepreneurship and SME Policies: Creating an Entrepreneurial Economy”. Ms. Lois Stevenson, Visiting Research Fellow, International Development Research Center (IDRC) ... 6/21/2008 12:56:54 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=23 The 2008 ICSB world conference, “Advancing Small Business and Entrepreneurship: From Research to Results,” was recently launched amid much excitement in Halifax, N.S., Canada. More than 70 regional practitioners, researchers, policy makers and educators came together to celebrate the opportunities “From Research to Results” represents for SMEs and their supporters. True to ICSB form, guests enjoyed a networking café before ICSB and government officials gave supportive statements. Five successful locally-owned restaurants provided tapas for the networking café, where guests mingled over Thai, Lebanese and seafood dishes, as well as cheese, wine and fair-trade coffee. Not just a chance for guests to socialize, the ... 6/19/2008 6:23:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=22 I recently had the chance to sit down with Claire Massey, SVP Research and Publications, and discuss her pending research projects, involvements in ICSB and even her early life on the farm in New Zealand. I met Claire for the first time here in Washington DC at the International Office, as she was visiting us before the Halifax Conference. Claire is currently involved with the project Business MeaSURE, which began in 2003 with phase 1 of the interview and surveying process. The study is aimed at examining approximately 400 small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) in New Zealand through various site visits, interviews, ... 6/19/2008 5:31:54 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=21 Twenty-seven professors from across the United States have been named 2008 Excellence in Entrepreneurship Education Award Honorees by the nonprofit organization; Acton Foundation for Entrepreneurial Excellence. Honorees were initially nominated by their students and then judged by a panel of master entrepreneurship teachers at Acton School of Business, an intensive one-year MBA program in Austin, Texas. ICSB Honorees include President-Elect Dr. Charles Matthews from the University of Cincinnati; Dr. George Solomon from The George Washington University; and Dr. W. Fred Kiesner from Loyola Marymount University, California. Drs Matthews, Solomon, and Kiesner were three of the 27 educators from across the country ... 6/19/2008 2:42:33 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=20 The 2008 ICSB World Conference: Pre-Conference Events schedule will kick-off on Friday June 20th with the ‘Trends in Entrepreneurship and SME Policies' Forum. For the two days immediately preceding the World Conference, participants will be involved in an extensive program aimed at delivering valuable information on entrepreneurship and private sector development. This time before the conference consistently proves to be a great way for numerous stakeholders to pursue knowledge and the understanding of new, innovative ideas. Below we take a closer look at the Events on the Pre-Conference slate; Pre-conference Policy ForumFriday, June 20th The theme of the Forum is “Trends in ... 6/19/2008 2:22:37 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=19 Starting June 22nd in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) will hold their 53rd Annual World Conference. Please join researchers, educators, policy makers and business service providers from around the world in Halifax, the capital city of Nova Scotia. With a population of almost 360,000, Halifax Regional Municipality is the largest city east of Quebec City and north of Boston, USA. Halifax offers a dynamic and intriguing mix of heritage and culture, with a cosmopolitan feel. Nova Scotia is known as a place where the four seasons are refreshingly distinct. Average daily temperatures are 10 to 16 ... 6/19/2008 12:28:26 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=18 A new ICSB initiative The ICSB has established a Youth Entrepreneurship Special Interest Group (SIG) with a lofty aim: For the ICSB to be the pre-eminent international body monitoring and supporting the development of youth entrepreneurship world-wide. The objectives of this SIG are to: Monitor and support international research into youth entrepreneurship Maintain a register of research into youth entrepreneurship world-wide Maintain a register of youth entrepreneurship programs around the world Maintain a register of the best youth entrepreneurship teaching strategies and links to their schools and developers Develop and maintain a network of youth entrepreneurship researchers and teacher practitioners. The ICSB webpage (http://www.icsb.org/Youth_leadership.asp) will be the portal. The ... 6/13/2008 12:25:20 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=17 Your Beauty Network, a 2008 Dell Small Business Excellence Award finalist, is a membership based business support system for Salon and Spa professionals based in Carlsbad, California. Founded in 2000, the company provides a multitude of tools and services online in order to support and provide business information to students, technicians and owners in the Salon & Spa industry. Services and benefits for members include client management, e-marketing, online appointment booking and business builder archives. Your Beauty Network is the only business support membership that offers ongoing business support for any area of your business with access 24 hours/day, 7 days ... 6/11/2008 6:13:46 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=16 After 10 finalists for the 2008 Dell Inc. Small Business Excellence Award were chosen by MBA students at the George Washington University in Washington D.C, a distinguished panel gathered in Texas to select this year's U.S. National Winner. MBA students from the George Washington University School of Business who participated in the event utilized a process that thoroughly and critically analyzed each completed application. Each judge was asked to share their opinion in a group discussion while also privately compiling a top ten list of applications. After all judges submitted their top ten list, the GW facilitators utilized a rank order system to solidify a consensus of ... 6/10/2008 7:51:37 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=15 The winner of the Fifth Annual Dell Small Business Excellence Award will be announced on Monday, June 9th at the 2008 NFIB National Small Business Summit, scheduled to take place on June 8th - 11th at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, in Washington, DC. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) organizes the event, in which key policy makers, business leaders, and entrepreneurs from a myriad of ventures and all corners of the globe come together to discuss the current business landscape. This year's theme, “We Are Stronger Together,” will be presented by both NFIB and eBay. It seeks to recognize the important ... 6/9/2008 9:54:27 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=14 2008 Dell Small Business Excellence Award finalist TechMD is a managed service provider (MSP) based in Fountain Valley, California specializing in not-for-profit and small to medium size business relations. For a fixed monthly rate, TechMD is able to provide ongoing computer maintenance and support for an entire business or organization under their Total Care Support Plan. Included in this plan are guaranteed response times, priority service, a 100% satisfaction guarantee and access to donated software updates. What has come to set TechMD apart from other managed service providers is their unrelenting commitment to providing first-class computer service that helps businesses and organizations ... 6/8/2008 3:02:03 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=13 Resara LLC is a small business dedicated to servicing educational programs and school systems in the New England region. The company provides complete computer systems for schools, in addition to high quality service and maintenance. Schools that choose Resara know that they have a pro-active partner, whom they can trust to maintain and uphold their invaluable resources; computer applications for students. The company has developed and currently utilizes a Linux operating system that incorporates thin client technology, open source software, computer and user management, classroom management software and internet maintenance and support. Resara's value proposition targets budget-conscious school systems that are currently ... 6/8/2008 2:35:45 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=12 Preliminary Results: http://www.icsb.org/ICSB_DELL_Study_Findings_2008.asp IT means information technology that includes computer hardware and software, electronic processes, and communications technologies.The 2008 ICSB-DELL Global Study on Information Technology is designed to examine the importance of IT on small business management, operations, and success. This is a follow-on to our research study of last year, which identified several crucial issues regarding entrepreneurial organizations. The new study will serve to identify, diagnose and publicize issues and concerns regarding IT hardware, software, and processes. Of special focus is clearly identifying the most common "pain points," that is, those issues and concerns that are most often noted as creating ... 6/5/2008 1:27:39 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=11 The mission at RNs On-Call Inc., a 2008 ICSB/Dell Small Business Excellence Award US Finalist, ‘is to ensure continuity of care for your patients while improving your quality of life.'The interactive telehealth support system which the company utilizes, allows registered nurses from around the country to serve as an extension of your practice while the office is closed. The nurses are reliable, available 24 hours/day, professional and affordable. Customers have come to trust RNs On-Call because they have the depth and breadth of experience to handle each unique situation based on the requirements of your practice. President and CEO Edwin ‘Tuck' Corvinus ... 6/4/2008 10:09:22 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=7 Schumpeter`s vision nowadays, more than ever in times of dynamic change, may serve as a guide for any entrepreneurially oriented policy formulation. In trying to paintbrush background and scientific "environs" when Schumpeter`s visionary "Theory of Economic development" (1912) came out, classical and neoclassical thought as well as Marx’ "Capital" (in all its volumes) had been exposed already for some time to scholarly scrutiny by the learned community. In contrast to the Classics, the Neoclassics and Marx though, Schumpeter explicitly pins his interpretation of the economic process on the role or – in his own words – on the "leadership" of the entrepreneur: being ... 6/4/2008 5:49:30 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=6 For the first time ever, two ICSB affiliates will fund a conference scholarship for both a doctoral student from the United States to attend the ICSB European affiliate (ECSB) RENT conference in the Fall of 2008 and a doctoral student from Europe to attend the U.S. conference in January 2009. Europe Conference: DATE: 22 November 2008 Location: University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal Web Site: RENT XXII Chairpersons : Prof. Dr. Poul Rind Christensen (Aarhus Business School, Denmark) and Prof. Dr. Friederike Welter (University Siegen, Germany) Sponsored by: The Doctoral Seminar has a successful tradition at RENT. Doctoral students are invited to present their thesis proposals at ... 6/4/2008 7:45:44 AM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=3 Delivering a web site that understands that people get their news from many sources – how, when and where they want it – is the strategy that guides ICSB. ICSB has a heritage of pioneering the advancement of SMEs globally, and the changes in today’s new ICSB web site reflect its continuing commitment to innovation and its support to SMEs globally. A Case for Change: ICSB’s new web site design will make the web site both a more essential source of news and interpretation, and easier for ICSB members to use. An array of new features ensures that busy individuals will get ... 5/31/2008 6:06:42 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=2 The SEAANZ 2008 Conference theme is: ‘Small Enterprises in the Digital Age'. The 2008 SEAANZ Conference will bring together approximately 200 of Australasia's top business advisors, economic development practitioners, business educators and researchers. The conference offers an opportunity for sponsoring and exhibiting organisations to engage with a high powered audience of business influencers, advisors and decision makers. Many of the delegates work closely, every day, with small enterprises, both in Australia and New Zealand and all delegates share a commitment to exchange knowledge about being part of the digital age in Australasia's small enterprises. A stimulating conference programme has been put together ... 5/31/2008 4:42:55 PM http:www.icsb.org/article.asp?messageID=1 The Dell Small Business Excellence Award is the pinnacle of a competition that seeks out our economy's largest sector, small business. With the assistance of leading small business advocates such as Dell Inc., Endeavor, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) and the International Council for Small Business (ICSB), our competition was able to reach a staggering number of applicants who desired to tell us their success stories. Chief executives, presidents and owners of small businesses from around the country put their best foot forward in an attempt to convey how their companies ‘have driven significant change and/or developed a ... 5/29/2008 2:33:08 AM