Table of Contents

Introduction

1. Innovation and Entrepreneurship Importance

2. The Elements of Innovation

3. Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competencies

4. Innovative Behaviors

5. Innovation and Thinking

6. Problem Solving

7. Knowledge Building

8. Creativity Insights

9. Culture Building

10. Innovation Theory

11. Entrepreneurship

12. Innovation Strategy

13. Catalytic Leadership

14. Ecosystems Interdependencies

15. Technology Accelerators

16. The Importance of Intellectual Property

17. Applying Innovation Process

18. Creating a Learning Architecture

About the Authors

Index

About the Author

Charles H. Matthews is Distinguished Teaching Professor of Entrepreneurship and Strategic Management, Founder and former Executive Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship Education & Research, and former Director of the Small Business Institute® at the University of Cincinnati, USA. He is an internationally recognized scholar and innovative teacher in the field of entrepreneurship.

Ralph Brueggemann is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Cincinnati, USA. He has over 40 years of experience in all aspects of leadership, management, product management, quality improvement, and technology management in multiple business sectors. He has managed the development of commercial software products and applications, from mobile to high-end software systems.

Reviews

"I was excited to learn that Chuck Matthews and Ralph Brueggermann teamed up to produce a book on entrepreneurship and innovation. They did not disappoint. The word ‘entrepreneurship’ conjures up different images in people's minds, but it has become evident that the critical contribution of entrepreneurs is through innovation. Innovation and Entrepreneurship introduces readers to actions they can take in creating new ventures, innovating within larger organizations, and even in making societies more competitive." - Frank Hoy, Director of Collaborative for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, USA