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Law For Entrepreneurs And Small Business Owners Textbook, Robert Sprague Dec 2014

Law For Entrepreneurs And Small Business Owners Textbook, Robert Sprague

Robert Sprague

Textbook written primarily for those who are interested in someday starting their own business. It is based on the author’s own experiences as an entrepreneur, small business owner, attorney for small businesses, and instructor of an undergraduate ‘‘Business Law for Entrepreneurs’’ class. The book also includes advanced topics that can be used in an MBA or graduate entrepreneurship course.


The Impact Of Small Business On The Environment, Janice Redmond, Elizabeth Walker, Calvin Wang, Mike Simpson, Craig Parker Apr 2014

The Impact Of Small Business On The Environment, Janice Redmond, Elizabeth Walker, Calvin Wang, Mike Simpson, Craig Parker

Janice Redmond Dr

Small businesses are' estimated to contribute a significant proportion of global pollution, yet there is little empirical evidence to support this claim. The main aim of this research was to conduct an exploratory analysis of small business's environmental impact in terms of waste, water and energy.


Who Gets The Nod? Gender Issues In Successor Selection, Calvin Wang, Rowena Barrett, Elizabeth Walker, Janice Redmond Apr 2014

Who Gets The Nod? Gender Issues In Successor Selection, Calvin Wang, Rowena Barrett, Elizabeth Walker, Janice Redmond

Janice Redmond Dr

This research explores the issue of gender dynamics in successor selection and specifically we seek to better understand gender biases in business succession. Traditionally daughters have been discriminated against in successor selection but with female business ownership in OECD countries projected to rise to 50%, it is important to understand the attitudes of founders towards female successors. Effective succession ensures business viability and underpins the continued economic contribution of small businesses and family businesses.