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where adverse selection problems between entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and incumbents are present. We show that as …
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Academic and practitioner literature suggests that Venture Capitalists often have problems with aligning information technology opportunities with investment objectives. To a large extent the alignment process is not formally documented and relies on intuitive instincts. Hence it is important to...
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The objective of the paper is to assess the contribution of alternative sources of financing to the survival of SMIs through an analysis of start-ups in Cameroon. Our study employs a qualitative multisite case study methodology. Data was collected from both documentary and primary sources. For...
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It is widely recognized that foreign direct investment (FDI) plays an important role in economic development. Internationalization theory is used to explore how inward FDI impacts entrepreneurial activity. Using data from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor we find significant differences in...
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It is widely recognized that foreign direct investment (FDI) plays an important role in economic development. Internationalization theory is used to explore how inward FDI impacts entrepreneurial activity. Using data from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor we find significant differences in...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011279546
Business angels (BAs) and venture capitalists (VCs) are important sources of finance for entrepreneurs in emerging … on the team preparedness and team attributes, relevant for early-stage entrepreneurs. An empirical study of this nature …-stage entrepreneurs in an African emerging country context. …
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This paper examines the use of social capital in the venture creation process. We compare solo entrepreneurs (n=182 … its effects on firm performance. Our results reveal that solo entrepreneurs and new venture teams do not differ in their … find that weak ties assist solo entrepreneurs and have positive significant effects on new venture performance. For team …
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We investigate the manifold posed question: To what extent does investment in human and social capital, besides the effect of talent, enhance entrepreneurial performance? We distinguish between three different performance measures: survival, profits, and generated employment. On the basis of the...
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Corporate accelerators (CAs) have emerged as a key component of entrepreneurship ecosystems, offering startups corporate guidance, industry connections, and resources for accelerated venture creation. Although their proliferation is evident, we still know little about the value they produce for...
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The effect of corporate venture capital (CVC) investments is far from being conclusively discussed in literature. Although the expected benefits of CVCs for corporations and start-ups are undisputed, empirical evidence is mixed. We combine and analyze the results of 32 CVC studies, including...
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