The Impact of Space and Information Networks on Entrepreneurial Success

“The Impact of Space and Information Networks on Entrepreneurial Success” provides a theoretical foundation for how physical spaces and information networks create certain “interaction blocks” that are needed to create a successful entrepreneurial ecosystem. This proposes a new way to view entrepreneurial infrastructure, and a new way to build entrepreneurial ecosystems. It moves from saying “we need to have lots of funding” to “we need better ways to showcase validation.” Or,

Contents

Prelude

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Why Entrepreneurship?

Current Research

Research Methodology

Part 1: Narratives and the Information Commons

Research

Interaction: Sidewalk

Part 2: From Idea to Prototype

Research: Reaching Out of Theory

Interaction: Garage

Part 3: Building Relationships

Research: Building Strong Interpersonal Environments

Interaction: Coffee Shops (Weak Ties), Dorm Rooms (Strong Ties)

Part 4: Iterative Feedback

Research:

Interaction:Stages

Part 5: Navigating Pathways

Research: Convoluted Pathways

Interaction: Counselor

Conclusion

Concluding Thoughts

Next Steps

How to Build Successful Entrepreneurial

References

Research Questions