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Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management under Sustainable Development

A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Economic and Business Aspects of Sustainability".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2025 | Viewed by 7988

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Patricia P. Iglesias-Sánchez

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Departament of Business Administration, Universidad de Málaga, 29071 Malaga, Spain
Interests: entrepreneurship; startups; open Innovation; women-led companies; entrepreneurial Intention
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Dr. Carmen Jambrino-Maldonado

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Departament of Business Administration, Universidad de Málaga, 29071 Malaga, Spain
Interests: communication and social media; open innovation; corporate reputation; health communication; smart tourism destination; influencers on social media
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

In an era characterized by rapid environmental and social changes, the intersection of entrepreneurship, innovation management and sustainable development has become increasingly important. Entrepreneurs and innovators play a pivotal role in shaping the future, as they create new business and innovator ventures, especially start-ups, products and technologies that have the potential to drive positive change while addressing critical global challenges. This Special Issue entitled “Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management under Sustainable Development” aims to explore the dynamic relationship between entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability from a different prism.

We invite original research papers, reviews articles and case studies that address (but are not limited to) the following topics:

  • Sustainable Entrepreneurship: Examining the role of entrepreneurship in promoting sustainability, including green startups, social enterprises and sustainable business models.
  • Innovation for Sustainability: Investigating how innovation and technology can be harnessed to advance sustainability goals across various industries.
  • Stakeholder Involvement: Analyzing how stakeholder involvement can promote sustainability and innovation in a collaborative environment that produces more competitive companies.
  • Entrepreneurial Ecosystems: Exploring the role of entrepreneurial ecosystems in fostering sustainable entrepreneurship and innovation, paying special attention to university entrepreneurial ecosystems.
  • Sustainable Business Strategies: Analyzing strategies and practices that enables firms to integrate sustainability into their core operations and decision-making processes.
  • Circular Economy and Social Innovation: Research on these principles and their application in entrepreneurship and innovation.
  • Policy and Regulation: Assessing the influence of government policies and regulations on sustainable entrepreneurship and innovation.

We look forward to receiving your submissions and fostering meaningful discussions on the critical nexus of entrepreneurship, innovation management and sustainability development.

Dr. Patricia P. Iglesias-Sánchez
Dr. Carmen Jambrino-Maldonado
Guest Editors

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Sustainability is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.

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Keywords

  • entrepreneurship
  • sustainability
  • innovation
  • startups

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A Moderated Mediation Model of Entrepreneurship Education, Competence, and Environmental Dynamics on Entrepreneurial Performance
by Feng Liu, Guimei Yang and Putthiwat Singhdong
Sustainability 2024, 16(19), 8502; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16198502 - 29 Sep 2024
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This study explores the relationship between entrepreneurship education, entrepreneurial competence, and entrepreneurial performance, focusing on the moderating role of environmental dynamics under conditions of high and low environmental dynamics. Using SPSS 21.0 and Smart PLS 4.0 software, this quantitative research analyzed survey data [...] Read more.
This study explores the relationship between entrepreneurship education, entrepreneurial competence, and entrepreneurial performance, focusing on the moderating role of environmental dynamics under conditions of high and low environmental dynamics. Using SPSS 21.0 and Smart PLS 4.0 software, this quantitative research analyzed survey data from 424 college students in China who have started their own businesses. The results indicate that entrepreneurship education has a significant positive impact on entrepreneurial performance. Furthermore, environmental dynamics moderate the indirect effect of entrepreneurship education on entrepreneurial performance through entrepreneurial competence, with the indirect effect being stronger when environmental dynamics are high. The study also underscores the need for the sustainable development of entrepreneurship education, ensuring that educational programs evolve continuously to meet the changing demands of entrepreneurial environments. The findings highlight the importance of entrepreneurship education in fostering entrepreneurial competence and enhancing entrepreneurial performance. However, due to the cross-sectional design and self-reported nature of the data, the ability to draw causal inferences is limited. Future research should adopt longitudinal designs and objective performance measures to further investigate these relationships. Full article
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Unlocking Sustainable Economic Development in Saudi Arabia through the Coffee Industry
by Abdullah Sultan Al Shammre
Sustainability 2024, 16(17), 7367; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16177367 - 27 Aug 2024
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Conducting business nowadays has become much more challenging. Sustainability is a crucial goal for all industries, including the coffee sector, which has emerged as a robust trend in the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council), establishing Saudi Arabia as one of the pioneers in developing [...] Read more.
Conducting business nowadays has become much more challenging. Sustainability is a crucial goal for all industries, including the coffee sector, which has emerged as a robust trend in the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council), establishing Saudi Arabia as one of the pioneers in developing specialty coffee in the Gulf region. Hence, in an attempt to reveal the determinants of sustainability, this study examined the effect of collective individual capabilities (i.e., commitments, communication, connections, and coordination) on entrepreneurial resilience and the subsequent effect on economic, social, and environmental firm performance. This study used a cross-sectional design to collect quantitative data from 213 respondents using non-probability-based convenient sampling. Data were analyzed using SEM-PLS. Findings revealed that commitment has a significant positive effect on entrepreneurial resilience. On the other hand, resilience showed significant positive effects on the economic, social, and environmental performance of coffee shops in Saudi Arabia. Results further confirm a significant mediating effect of entrepreneurial resilience between commitments and economic, social, and environmental performance. Several key insights and policy implications have been drawn from the findings. Full article
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The Green Entrepreneurial Self-Efficacy as an Innovation Factor That Enables the Creation of New Sustainable Business
by Victoria Eugenia Sanchez-Garcia, Cristina Gallego, Juan Antonio Marquez and Elena Peribáñez
Sustainability 2024, 16(16), 7197; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16167197 - 22 Aug 2024
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This study examined the role of green entrepreneurial self-efficacy (GESE) through the lens of dynamic capabilities in innovation and adaptation. The research model postulated a relationship between the reconfiguration of entrepreneurial capabilities necessary to achieve a sustainable business model in the market. A [...] Read more.
This study examined the role of green entrepreneurial self-efficacy (GESE) through the lens of dynamic capabilities in innovation and adaptation. The research model postulated a relationship between the reconfiguration of entrepreneurial capabilities necessary to achieve a sustainable business model in the market. A structured questionnaire was adopted, validated, and disseminated among 917 entrepreneurs in Spain and Portugal (Iberian Peninsula). The findings confirmed a significant positive effect of dynamic capabilities on green and sustainable entrepreneurial intentions, mediated by self-efficacy. The study’s results indicate significant relationships between the capabilities studied, and that innovation and adaptation capabilities influence green entrepreneurial self-efficacy. These results are fundamental in guiding the market towards business models that need to be reconfigured to generate value through social impact. We offer management implications for organizations, academics, and other stakeholders, such as policymakers, so that the needs of the green market in the Iberian Peninsula can be met more efficiently. Full article
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Digital Platforms as a Fertile Ground for the Economic Sustainability of Startups: Assaying Scenarios, Actions, Plans, and Players
by Morteza Hadizadeh, Javad Ghaffari Feyzabadi, Zahra Fardi, Seyed Morteza Mortazavi, Vitor Braga and Aidin Salamzadeh
Sustainability 2024, 16(16), 7139; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16167139 - 20 Aug 2024
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This study examines the transformative role of digital platforms in fostering sustainable entrepreneurship within emerging economies. We argue that platforms transcend mere communication channels, acting as catalysts for innovation and collaboration among startups, thereby driving economic, social, and environmental progress. Our framework emphasizes [...] Read more.
This study examines the transformative role of digital platforms in fostering sustainable entrepreneurship within emerging economies. We argue that platforms transcend mere communication channels, acting as catalysts for innovation and collaboration among startups, thereby driving economic, social, and environmental progress. Our framework emphasizes platform-enabled startups, navigating the unique challenges and opportunities presented by these dynamic markets. We adopt a dual lens, using a mixed-methods approach to analyze digital development trends through the prism of platforms in emerging economies. This reframes the discourse on technology-driven development, acknowledging the unidirectional flow of platform adoption from developed nations. The research emphasizes the need for prioritizing sustainability standards in these regions. Furthermore, we delve into the interplay between platforms and sustainable entrepreneurship with the following three objectives: (1) deciphering the drivers of platform–startup interaction for sustainability goals, (2) formulating policies to maximize platform benefits while mitigating risks, and (3) developing actionable strategies for stakeholders to cultivate a thriving ecosystem of sustainable platform-based ventures. The findings of this study reveal six key uncertainties that will shape the future trajectories of sustainable entrepreneurship within digital ecosystems, particularly in developing nations. These uncertainties encompass the following: environmental and social standards, ongoing education and development, mobile application development and utilization, global market access, and competitiveness and value creation. Several alternative future scenarios have been constructed based on these uncertainties, including advancements in digital technologies, dynamic market conditions and evolving consumer behaviors, a heightened emphasis on sustainability and corporate social responsibility, and a paradigm shift towards collaborative business models. A comprehensive framework of supportive policies and interventions has been proposed to facilitate the realization of these scenarios. Moreover, the analysis underscores the pivotal roles of digital platform providers and startups as key stakeholders in this evolving landscape. Full article
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Ukrainian Women’s Entrepreneurship and Business Ecosystem during the War: New Challenges for Development
by Tetiana Stroiko, Patricia P. Iglesias-Sanchez, Carmen Jambrino-Maldonado, Elena Fernández-Díaz and Carlos de las Heras-Pedrosa
Sustainability 2024, 16(9), 3829; https://doi.org/10.3390/su16093829 - 2 May 2024
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This research focuses on the key aspects of the basis of women’s entrepreneurship in the particular case of the Ukrainian ecosystem of entrepreneurship. Even in wartime, entrepreneurship is a chance to overcome circumstances, and it should be developed for women and men. A [...] Read more.
This research focuses on the key aspects of the basis of women’s entrepreneurship in the particular case of the Ukrainian ecosystem of entrepreneurship. Even in wartime, entrepreneurship is a chance to overcome circumstances, and it should be developed for women and men. A correlation regression analysis and simulation modeling were carried out in order to rank the priorities for the development of types of economic activity of small business entities managed by women, making it possible to substantiate the forecast of the development of women’s entrepreneurship in Ukraine for 2024–2026. The findings show the positive impact of the entrepreneurial ecosystem and the need to continue to strengthen policies that encourage and facilitate female entrepreneurship. This analysis provides three types of development scenarios for women’s entrepreneurship in Ukraine. Full article
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