This prestigious recognition honors individuals whose research has significantly contributed to advancing micro-, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) worldwide. The High-Impact MSME Researchers are thought leaders whose work drives innovation, informs policy and inspires actionable solutions to MSMEs’ challenges.
These researchers are committed to excellence and demonstrate a profound understanding of MSMEs’ pivotal role in fostering economic growth, job creation, and societal progress. Their studies address critical issues such as access to finance, digital transformation, crisis resilience, and sustainable development.
By shaping the global MSME narrative and providing data-driven insights, these researchers empower entrepreneurs, policymakers, and stakeholders to unlock the potential of MSMEs. Their contributions resonate globally, creating a lasting impact on the future of small business ecosystems and economies around the world.
Congratulations to the 2024-2025 honorees for their dedication to advancing the MSME agenda and for being catalysts of positive change!
Chairs:
Dr. Ayman ElTarabishy
Dr. Jeff Alves
Jim Moran Professor & Associate Dean, Florida State University
entrepreneurship education • entrepreneurship ecosystems • entrepreneurial self-efficacy
Assistant Professor of Economics, University of Split, Faculty of Economics, Business and Tourism
policy evaluation • firm behavior • microeconomics
entrepreneurship • family business • digital transformation • strategic management • innovation
Associate Professor at Saint Mary’s University
strategic entrepreneurship • international • entrepreneurship • emerging economies • innovation
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