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ICSB Sunday Times Editor’s note:
Pour yourself a strong cup of coffee as we unveil the ICSB Innovation Management Certificate—a powerful three-session journey that moves ideas from the front end of innovation to commercial reality. Grounded in Dr. David Roach’s evidence-based Innovation Approach, this program bridges value creation and value capture with the discipline and rigor most organizations miss. Join us as we equip entrepreneurs, corporate innovators, educators, and advisors with the mindset, structure, and tools needed to thrive in an era where innovation is no longer optional—it’s essential.
— Dr. Ayman ElTarabishy
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ICSB Launches the
Innovation Management Certificate
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Discovering, Building, and Capturing Value — From the Front End of Innovation to Commercial Reality
We live in an era of relentless disruption where the ability to innovate is not a competitive advantage; it is a survival requirement. Yet most organizations repeatedly invest in popular frameworks like Design Thinking and Lean Startup, only to find that enthusiasm wanes and results fall short. The problem is not the frameworks themselves. The problem is that they are poorly implemented, applied without discipline, and disconnected from the rigorous front-end work that drives innovation.
This 3-session professional program, delivered over 3 days, draws on Dr. David Roach’s Innovation Approach to address exactly these gaps. Grounded in four decades of innovation management research and practice, the program provides a structured, evidence-based methodology that bridges value creation and value capture. Participants, whether they are entrepreneurs, corporate innovators, educators, or advisors, leave equipped with the mindset, tools, and process discipline to move from a vague vision to a commercially viable innovation concept. read more
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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 Partner Spotlight
FSU to host 2026 Arts Entrepreneurship Conference!
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The 2026 Arts Entrepreneurship Conference will be held at Florida State University in Tallahassee from March 26–28, 2026, under the leadership of Eric Liguori. The interdisciplinary program brings together scholars, educators, artists, and practitioners to explore arts, entrepreneurship, and innovation, with highlights including a Meet the Editors session and a gala awards celebration on March 27. Submission deadline: February 10, 2026. (read more)
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CUTTING EDGE RESEARCH
“When youth take lead” youth engagement in fostering entrepreneurship in cottage industries
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This study highlights the importance of youth engagement in preserving cottage industries while promoting entrepreneurship. Findings show that cultural identity mediates the effects of social, familial, training, institutional, and technological factors on youth participation. The research emphasizes culturally integrated training and community support as key to sustaining heritage-driven entrepreneurship. (read more)
by: Obaidul Hoque, Husne Jahan Chowdhury Lisha and Shofiqul Islam
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The Founder’s Pivot Playbook: Navigating Growth, Constraints, and Stakeholders
If you’re interested in how founders actually make sense of high-stakes strategic pivots as their ventures scale check out our new article about a €70M mobile gaming startup – “The Founder’s Pivot Playbook: Navigating Growth, Constraints, and Stakeholders.” 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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Why join the WomenCEO program in DC?
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Leadership Acceleration – It equips women leaders with advanced strategic, entrepreneurial, and management skills to drive growth and impact in their organizations.
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Global Network & Visibility – Participants gain access to a powerful international community of senior executives, mentors, and peers, expanding professional opportunities and influence.
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Actionable Tools for Growth – The program delivers practical frameworks, best practices, and personalized guidance that women CEOs can apply immediately to scale their businesses and lead with confidence.
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We are devoted to the interests and advancement of small business globally
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