Presentation Type
Poster
Keywords
social entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership
Major
Business Administration
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine qualifications, characteristics, successes and motivations among leading social entrepreneurs in not-for-profit or for-profit organizations. Based on an interview guide developed by Dr. Juanie Walker and Heet Ghodasara, Ghodasara conducted interviews with 20 leaders of social entrepreneurship/innovation strategically located in Washington, D.C. Thematic analysis of interview transcripts revealed traits of successful organizations and individuals supported by provocative quotes. Themes of successful organizations include system disruptions, mutual investment, broad network and founder obsolescence. Individual themes include traits such as self efficacy, humility, grit and perseverance as well as imperatives to Get Dirty but Clean up Well and Stay in Your own Swim Lane. The results of the findings are presented in a written and electronic newsletter useful to practitioners, academics, and those aspiring to navigate the growing field of social entrepreneurship.
Faculty Mentor
Dr. Juanie Walker
Funding Source or Research Program
Academic Year Undergraduate Research Initiative
Location
Waves Cafeteria
Start Date
29-3-2019 2:00 PM
End Date
29-3-2019 3:00 PM
Included in
Communication Commons, Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations Commons, Leadership Studies Commons
Traits and Trends of Social Entrepreneurship/ Innovation Leaders
Waves Cafeteria
The purpose of this study was to examine qualifications, characteristics, successes and motivations among leading social entrepreneurs in not-for-profit or for-profit organizations. Based on an interview guide developed by Dr. Juanie Walker and Heet Ghodasara, Ghodasara conducted interviews with 20 leaders of social entrepreneurship/innovation strategically located in Washington, D.C. Thematic analysis of interview transcripts revealed traits of successful organizations and individuals supported by provocative quotes. Themes of successful organizations include system disruptions, mutual investment, broad network and founder obsolescence. Individual themes include traits such as self efficacy, humility, grit and perseverance as well as imperatives to Get Dirty but Clean up Well and Stay in Your own Swim Lane. The results of the findings are presented in a written and electronic newsletter useful to practitioners, academics, and those aspiring to navigate the growing field of social entrepreneurship.