This paper examines the role of policy for creating an attractive atmosphere for venture capital investments in online start-ups and entrepreneurship. It is based on in-depth interviews with venture capitalists in the United States.The main takeaway points are: The policy atmosphere is important...

This article discusses the Lisbon Agenda from the perspective of entrepreneurship policy. After a brief overview of the events leading up to the development of the Lisbon Agenda, the authors describe the goals and content of this policy framework as well as of the Structural Funds. Using...

Seven Steps Towards Inclusive, Innovative and Sustainable Growth -- Historical Roots, Ecosystem Assessment, Firm Formation Processes and Legal Competences: A Historical Perspective on the Evolution of Finance, Knowledge and Labor Market Institutions in Europe -- Economic Impact Assessment of...

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to examine empirically whether economic freedom affects entrepreneurial activity in three groups of countries, classified according to economic development. Design/methodology/approach: Data on the index of entrepreneurial activity cover the period between...