Interconnections: Early entrepreneurial activity and its impact on the business ecosystem in Latin America
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This research presents a valuable perspective on the relationship between early entrepreneurial activity and the business ecosystem in Latin America. By employing descriptive analysis and an Ordinary Least Squares model, it provides a detailed understanding of the factors influencing entrepreneurship in the region. The results highlight the importance of government policies and early-stage entrepreneurial education as catalysts for venture development. Furthermore, the effective management of knowledge and technology transfer is presented as a critical factor in driving business innovation. The recommendations for a comprehensive approach to entrepreneurship promotion policies are fundamental to the development of a strong and dynamic business ecosystem in Latin America. While acknowledging the limitations of the study, these results can serve as a valuable guide for future research and policies seeking to promote entrepreneurship as an engine of economic and social development in the region.
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