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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs A Global Perspective
On International Women’s Day, the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) convened global leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to discuss the transformative role of women-led MSMEs in innovation, trade, and economic...
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The Plastic Straw and a Butterfly
A single flap of a butterfly’s wings can send ripples through the air, just as a simple straw can spark waves of transformation. What started as an environmental push against...
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Qatar Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Report
The 2024 Observatory of Support for Entrepreneurship (OSE) in Qatar Report, a special ICSB report developed in collaboration with OSE. Launched at Web Summit Doha 2025, this comprehensive analysis is...
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Women in Academia are Narrowing the Publication Divide
Women's publication rates are growing faster than men's, demonstrating the importance of intentionality in closing gaps. This trend is primarily attributed to targeted mentoring programs and increased representation in leadership...
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Qatar Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Report
The 2024 Observatory of Support for Entrepreneurship (OSE) in Qatar Report, a special ICSB report developed in collaboration with OSE. Launched at Web Summit Doha 2025, this comprehensive analysis is a major step toward strengthening Qatar’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and supporting the country’s ambitious Vision 2030.
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JICSB’s Top 10 Most Impactful Papers of 2024
The Journal of the International Council for Small Business (JICSB) is delighted to present its 10 most impactful papers of 2024, recognizing pioneering research that advances knowledge in entrepreneurship and small business management. These papers explore some of the most critical topics influencing the global business landscape, providing fresh perspectives and actionable insights for practitioners and academics alike.
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Qatar Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Report
The 2024 Observatory of Support for Entrepreneurship (OSE) in Qatar Report, a special ICSB report developed in collaboration ...
QEE
Building Bridges for a Sustainable Future: The Lat...
The latest edition of Small Business Horizon, focusing on Building Bridges for a Sustainable Future. In a rapidly evolving wo...
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Interview with Agnieszka Majewska Poland’s Ombudsp...
In the interview with ICSB, Agnieszka Majewska, Poland’s Ombudsperson for SMEs, shares her vision for empowering entrepreneur...
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Advancing Humanity through Entrepreneurship: the R...
Inmates face significant challenges finding employment upon release, contributing to high recidivism rates—up to 50% in the U...
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Women in Academia are Narrowing the Publication Divide
Women's publication rates are growing faster than men's, demonstrating the importance of intentionality in closing gaps. This...
womenresearch
JICSB’s Top 10 Most Impactful Papers of 2024
The Journal of the International Council for Small Business (JICSB) is delighted to present its 10 most impactful papers of 2...
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What Do We Owe Entrepreneurial Learners?
What DO we owe entrepreneurial learners? The best instructors, pedagogies, settings, research, and assessment! We need all of...
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Discovering the Foundations of Modern Management
Rico J. Baldegger's latest book explores the whirlwind of rapid innovation and technological advancements shaping our world. ...
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