On the Frontiers: The Implications of Social Entrepreneurship for International Entrepreneurship. (January 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Zahra, Shaker A.; Newey, Lance R.; Li, Yong
• Is Part Of: Entrepreneurship theory and practice. Volume 38:Number 1(2014:Jan.)
• Page Start: 137
• Page End: 158
• Publication Date: 2014-01
• Subjects: Small business -- Periodicals; New business enterprises -- Periodicals; Entrepreneurship -- Periodicals; 658.421
• DOI: 10.1111/etap.12061
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1042-2587

Abstract

We explore how social entrepreneurship (SE) research extends the field of international entrepreneurship (IE) to affect global sustainable well–being. Well–being is a multidimensional concept that includes financial, social, and environmental wealth creation. Much of IE research thus far has been based primarily on assumptions of economic opportunity recognition, evaluation, and exploitation. We use the SE perspectives of blended value and international governance to revise the definition, assumptions, and boundaries of IE at the firm and international policy levels. We propose a broader vision for the IE field based on an expanded set of assumptions beyond traditional economic thinking.