This session introduces the broader concept of the entrepreneurial ecosystem (EE) and the role of entrepreneurial education programs in developing nascent entrepreneurs within an EE. This session is broken into three parts. First, we introduce the broader framework of EEs and identify key components within EEs. Second, we discuss findings from ten years of I-Corps data. Finally, using an established EE framework, the audience assesses their EE and their program fit. We finish with experienced entrepreneurship educators discussing how to leverage current programs and resources to match future ecosystem development. By the end of this session, the successful participant will be able to: - Describe an entrepreneur ecosystem, including the components and the benefits. - Identify and assess the key factors in their local entrepreneur ecosystem. - Understand how entrepreneurs' ecosystems change over time, how the needs of entrepreneurs change during growth, and how to align the two aspects. - Analyze the alignment between current entrepreneurship education programs and the broader community resources and needs - Begin the process of creating a plan to leverage programs and resources that meet future needs in the participant’s entrepreneur ecosystem.
This session is part of the Teaching and Learning Conference (TLC@AOM). A separate TLC@AOM registration fee of $120 (USD) is required. Space is limited and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline to register is 11 August, unless sold out. Register for TLC@AOM.
