Too much support? Entrepreneurial ecosystems and firm growth in the Greater Toronto Area.
Shiri M. Breznitz, Professor and Director of Research at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, will explore the dynamics of entrepreneurial ecosystems and their impact on firm growth in the Greater Toronto Area.
Although the concept of an entrepreneurial ecosystem has become appealing to both academics and policy makers, few studies have measured the impact of entrepreneurial ecosystems on firm growth. Using quantitative data, this paper analyzes a local innovation ecosystem to identify the contribution of a regional ecosystem to firm growth. The results indicate that firms that intensively rely on ecosystem intermediary organizations tend to experience less growth. In other words, when it comes to supporting firm growth, ‘the more the merrier’ does not apply.
About Shiri Breznitz:
Shiri M. Breznitz, an economic geographer, specializing in innovation, technology commercialization, and regional economic development. Shiri is a Professor, Director of Research, and the Ralph and Roz Halbert Professor of Innovation at Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy. In addition, she is an editor in Progress in Economic Geography Journal, a member of the Executive Leadership Team at Medicine By Design and a member of the Scientific Board of the Journal of Technology Transfer. Her research is at the critical intersection of theory and policy to fit the new realities of globalization: Professor Breznitz’s work has informed policymaking at the local, national, and international levels. She has advised on the role of universities in the larger story of innovation, on the economic impact of biotechnology and Intellectual Property, and on the role of clusters in driving innovation. Her current projects include a study on intellectual property and technology commercialization policies at higher education institutions, a study on the regenerative medicine cluster in Toronto, and the economic impact of entrepreneurship education.
About the Seminar:
Hosted by Manchester Institute of Innovation Research, these seminars feature visiting speakers on science, technology, and innovation policy. This event is in person for AMBS and UoM staff and students, with an online option available. Please feel free to share this invitation with your internal networks.
External participants are welcome to join online via Zoom, link to register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mioir-seminar-series-with-prof-shiri-breznitz-tickets-1056660503009
