Crossing the chasm : nurturing entrepreneurial leadership development to accelerate socio-economic growth

Loading...
Thumbnail Image
Issue Date
2013-09-24
Authors
Hume-Plewes, Tana
License
Subject
Entrepreneurial Leadership
Entrepreneurship
New Entrepreneur
Regional Economic Development
Small Business Development
Workforce Development
Abstract
This research inquiry asked, "How can the District of Mission involve leaders in private industry in creating strategies to develop the local workforce and economy?" An action research approach was used to engage local employers and employment service providers in an inquiry in the District of Mission. This study drew upon literature on entrepreneurial leadership, job creation, social capital, and knowledge transfer. Two qualitative methods, in-depth interviews and a conversation café, were used to uncover the essential factors and conditions that facilitate entrepreneurial leadership and workforce development on a regional basis. These findings were triangulated against the experiences of exemplar entrepreneurs. The findings revealed that effective leaders cultivate a culture of high performance and that systems integration and personal relationships are key to entrepreneurial leadership and workforce development. The recommendations enable people from diverse backgrounds to identify shared concerns and common interests to support community economic development.
Description
Harmful Language Statement