This dissertation analyzes where and when experienced investors add value to startups. Building on the resource-dependence theory and the relational view of the firm, I argue that the positive effect of investor experience on startup performance is stronger when the startup faces a more uncertain environment. The first essay predicts a greater effect of investor experience early in the life cyc...

Addressing the lack of research and knowledge about organizational silence in nascent but promising Iranian startup ecosystem, this study examines relationship between personality factors startups. Data were collected using Vakola Bouradas Organizational Silence Questionnaire NEO Personality Inventory filled by 532 employees Iran, then analyzed Pearson multivariate regression tests. Hypotheses ...

In recent years, despite the rapid growth in number of entrepreneurial incubation platforms China, many them are experiencing sustainability dilemma caused by loss incubated startups. However, there is a dearth research that explores how to promote startups’ continuance intention towards platforms. Addressing this gap, present study develops dedication–constraint model based on dual framework, ...

The article addresses the future of task developing a diversified innovative economy in Russia by means drawing attention state (as evidenced establishment numerous funds, accelerators, and business angels), Russian foreign private investors to venture activity. In our country, industry is at its inception, but core players are already place: they capital associations angels, corporate public-p...

The purpose of this study is to identify the effective factors of optimal use of social media in the brand equity of startup companies. To this end, the researcher collected the required data using snowball sampling, protocol design, and exploratory interviews with sixteen university experts, the industry in this field, and senior managers of accelerator companies and startups. Maxqda 18 softwa...