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=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 Alliance05 March 2010LET 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 ... 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 datesAbstract Submission Deadline: 1 March 2010Notification of Acceptance: 1 April 2010Submission of Accepted Full Papers: 30 ... 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