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ICSB Sunday Times Editor’s note:
Pour yourself a doppio espresso as we celebrate 70 years of ICSB’s global leadership and look ahead to the ICSB World Congress 2026 in Washington, D.C., where entrepreneurship takes center stage as a force for innovation and inclusive growth. This edition welcomes Dr. Rico Baldegger, ICSB Fellow and global thought leader, as a keynote speaker on Strategic Innovation, offering powerful insights on navigating complexity and driving sustainable impact. We also feature new research on humane entrepreneurship and employee innovation, along with perspectives on women’s entrepreneurship and cutting-edge work on how customer involvement and AI are shaping more sustainable, high-impact ventures. — Dr. Ayman ElTarabishy
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Rico Baldegger Joins the ICSB World Congress
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We are delighted to welcome Dr. Rico Baldegger, ICSB Fellow and global thought leader, as a keynote speaker at the ICSB World Congress 2026 in Washington, D.C., where he will lead conversations on Strategic Innovation. An experienced professor and serial entrepreneur, Dr. Baldegger brings a rare blend of academic rigor and real-world impact. With a distinguished track record in higher education and deep expertise in analytical thinking, innovation management, sustainability, business development, and entrepreneurship, he embodies the very essence of forward-looking leadership. His keynote will offer powerful insights into how organizations can navigate complexity, drive sustainable growth, and translate innovative ideas into meaningful, lasting impact.)
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ICSB World Congress Call for Papers
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Set against the backdrop of the United States’ capital, a global hub of policy, innovation, and international collaboration, this Congress will celebrate entrepreneurship as a universal force for economic empowerment, social progress, and sustainable development. Just as the World Cup unites nations through shared passion and competition, this event will bring together the global MSME community to showcase excellence, share breakthrough innovations, and champion entrepreneurship as a catalyst for inclusive prosperity worldwide. Washington, D.C., stands at the intersection of policy and practice, where decisions shaping the global entrepreneurial landscape are made. (read more).
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ICSB Focus on Women Entrepreneurship
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Women now make up a majority of master’s and doctoral graduates across OECD countries, yet despite substantial policy efforts, OECD analysis shows persistent gaps between men and women in research career pathways, employment conditions and international mobility. Our blog takes a look. (Read More)
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CUTTING EDGE RESEARCH
How humane entrepreneurship shapes employee innovation: Organizational values and entrepreneurial readiness
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This study shows how humane entrepreneurship drives employee innovation by connecting organizational culture, skills, and entrepreneurial readiness. Using data from 297 employees, it finds that entrepreneurial orientation (EO) builds skills and mindset that support both start-up and intrapreneurial readiness, while humane entrepreneurial orientation (HEO) plays a distinct role by directly strengthening intrapreneurship. Notably, skills matter more for internal innovation, while external entrepreneurship relies more on psychological factors. Overall, the study clarifies how EO and HEO shape entrepreneurial outcomes and offers practical insights for fostering innovation within and beyond organizations.y. (read more)
by: Atushi Kato
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How to Use Generative AI as a Research Methods Assistant—Without Losing Rigor or Judgment
How to Use Generative AI as a Research Methods Assistant—Without Losing Rigor or Judgment
Generative AI is no longer optional in research, but using it well requires discipline, expertise, and clear boundaries. This article offers a concrete roadmap for treating AI as a methods assistant—one that accelerates high-quality research without replacing human judgment or theoretical responsibility ” read more
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ICSB Top Five Books for 2025-2026
ICSB is proud to announce the ICSB Golden Book Awards for 2025–2026, celebrating the Top Five Essential Books shaping the future of entrepreneurship, innovation, and small business leadership. This year’s selection reflects the dynamic nature of knowledge itself. Three powerful new titles have entered the list for 2025–2026, while two exceptional works from the 2024–2025. (Read More)
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We are devoted to the interests and advancement of small business globally
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