The aim of this book is to analyze the relationships among entrepreneurship regional
development and culture in the current economy. Using an institutional approach it examines
the main theoretical issues and practices and their effect on different dimensions of society
and the economy. Business creation is considered a key element of economic growth innovation
and employment. In recent years entrepreneurial scholars have studied the factors that affect
entrepreneurship and drive economic growth. In doing so these scholars have aimed to
understand what promotes entrepreneurial activity and also how to improve the development of
regions or countries to increase wealth in society. The institutional approach can be applied
to the entrepreneurship field to understand the phenomenon of entrepreneurship. This view
considers the role of environment in the decision to create a company which is critical to
entrepreneurship innovation and economic growth. Environment relates to legal aspects public
policy and support services (formal institutions) but is especially important in terms of
sociocultural context (informal institutions). The creation of new ventures is greatly
influenced by culture. Furthermore it is important to highlight the influence of
entrepreneurship on regional development specifically through job creation stimulation of
economic growth and innovation. Thus entrepreneurship regional development and culture are
fundamental for understanding economic growth and development as well as other phenomena such
as technology transfer or women's entrepreneurship. Featuring contributions and cases studies
from various countries and sectors this volume provides an essential reference for scholars
academics and researchers in entrepreneurship business management innovation and economics.
