What we need is an “entrepreneurial society”: An interview with Professor David Audretsch

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this article is to determine the views of Professor David Audretsch.

Design/methodology/approach

The article takes the form of an interview.

Findings

Professor David Audretsch shares his thoughts and advice on an “entrepreneurial society” where there is a rethinking of fundamental economic and business ideas, where innovation and entrepreneurship emerge as the driving forces of competitiveness and growth, but institutions and public policies facilitating innovation and entrepreneurship play a key role.

Originality/value

The aricle provides valuable insights from one of the world's most frequently cited economists.

Citation

O'Regan, N. and Maclean, M. (2009), "What we need is an “entrepreneurial society”: An interview with Professor David Audretsch", Journal of Strategy and Management, Vol. 2 No. 1, pp. 110-114. https://doi.org/10.1108/17554250910948730