Founded in 2022, the Liguori Entrepreneurship Analysis & Development (LEAD) Lab aims to bridge academic research with real-world entrepreneurial challenges. The lab's work is characterized by a dual focus: to conduct academically rigorous research and to develop impactful programs that directly benefit the entrepreneurial community and society at large. This synthesis of scholarly depth and practical application reflects Dr. Liguori's belief in the transformative power of entrepreneurship.
The LEAD Lab is founded on the philosophy that understanding and leveraging the complex phenomena of entrepreneurship require multifaceted perspectives. Beyond its cutting-edge research, the lab actively develops and implements programs that translate academic insights into actionable strategies for entrepreneurs. Through its involvement with community stakeholders and its international network of researchers, the LEAD Lab is a vibrant hub for research innovation.
Entrepreneurship in Times of Crisis
The Ukrainian entrepreneurial ecosystem continues to be significantly and negatively impacted by the conflict with Russia, resulting in damaged infrastructure, weaker investor interest, a strained mental state, and an overall lack of stability. This exploratory study aims to understand the pre-conflict and current entrepreneurship ecosystem in Ukraine. We use a mixed-method approach consisting of both semi-structured interviews and an open-ended survey, interviewing 40 Ukrainian entrepreneurs. Many of these individuals were still based in Ukraine, though some did relocate out of the country due to the conflict, but continued operating Ukraine-based ventures.
Student ResearchTeam (alphabetical):
Ella Owens, Faith Parkinson, Joshua Selig, Michael Cedeno, Olivia Leichter, Zhen Siew
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