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Frontiers of Entrepreneurship Research, 2012

Frontiers of Entrepreneurship Research, 2012

Journal of the International Academy For Case Studies, Jul 1, 2005

CASE DESCRIPTION In this case the authors tell the story of a small business startup and the diff... more CASE DESCRIPTION In this case the authors tell the story of a small business startup and the difficulties faced when environment is not considered. This case would be most suitable for undergraduate courses in Entrepreneurship and Strategic Management. The case is designed to be taught in one fifty to seventy-five minute class period, with about thirty minutes of reading and preparation time on the students part, prior to class. CASE SYNOPSIS This case is based upon an actual experience. The names of the participants and the company have been changed to maintain confidentiality. This case demonstrates problems that can arise from poor investigation of a location prior to going into business. NTA has discovered that they face significant external environmental risks of which they had previously been unaware. INSTRUCTORS' NOTES Discussion Questions 1. Why did David Lee open NTA Executive Retreats? The NTA Martial Art Academy had grown into a successful business, but its profit potential was limited. When Lee first opened the martial art studio, he faced limited competition in the immediate area. Currently, competitors are expanding directly into his territory and competition is becoming fierce. The increase in competition is making his product more commoditized and threatens his margins. Students in part select a martial art studio based upon the quality of the instruction. David Lee is the source of advantage for this business, but he has limited time to devote to the business given his other interests. Further, having classes in a fixed facility limits class size and therefore limits profit potential. David Lee needed to find a business that was seen as offering a unique product where he could increase the amount he could charge for his services. The executive retreat business was a natural extension of his current business. His existing students were an initial customer source for the new venture as well as a source of employees. The established reputation of the NTA Martial Art Academy could be used to provide immediate legitimacy and trust for the new product. David Lee's contacts in the business community, as a result of the other businesses he owned and operated, were a source of referrals for his new venture. Further, the high capital requirements for owning and operating a retreat facility were a significant barrier to entry for other martial art academies. Consequently, the limited competition would allow Lee to charge higher prices and thereby achieve higher margins. 2. Why did David Lee select a location two hours from Silicon Valley for his new venture? The remote location was necessary for several reasons. First, it would not have been economically feasible to purchase such a large tract of land so close to Silicon Valley. Second, the concept of a retreat is to remove the client from their normal surroundings. Third, a location two hours from Silicon Valley reinforced the concept of separation from the normal routine of the customer yet was close enough that the trip would not seem difficult. Finally, a primitive setting would not have felt genuine inside the boundaries of a major metropolitan area. 3. Describe the nature of NTA's industry using a Porter's Five Forces framework. NTA's buyers had considerable power due to low switching costs. It was an industry practice to raise switching costs by requiring Academy members to enroll for twelve months at a time. However, this policy used by both martial art academies and health clubs frequently resulted in conflicts with customers. Suppliers to the business had limited power. While national chains could negotiate better prices due to larger purchase commitments, the cost of supplies was not material to NTA's operations and multiple suppliers were available to the company. …

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2009

Education Sciences, 2013

While an extensive body of research exists regarding the delivery of course knowledge and materia... more While an extensive body of research exists regarding the delivery of course knowledge and material, much less attention has been paid to the performance effect of seating position within a classroom. Research findings are mixed as to whether students in the front row of a classroom outperform students in the back row. Another issue that has not been fully examined in higher education is the effect of environmental factors, specifically seating type, on student performance. This study examines the impact of both factors-seating location and seating type-on overall performance. Data were collected over a 10-year period from 1,138 undergraduate senior business students during their capstone course. The findings suggest that student performance is not significantly altered by seating location or seating type.

Employee Relations, 2009

PurposeThis paper aims to investigate how generational differences moderate the relationship betw... more PurposeThis paper aims to investigate how generational differences moderate the relationship between workplace fun and individual workplace outcomes.Design/methodology/approachThe authors review and integrate the literatures on workplace fun and generational theory and empirically test the interaction effects of generation membership and workplace fun with job satisfaction, task performance, and OCB using a sample of 701 workers.FindingsThe findings suggest that not only do members of different generational cohorts respond differently to workplace fun, but cohort membership moderates the relationship between workplace fun and some individual workplace outcomes.Research limitations/implicationsSnowball sampling and cross‐sectional data limit the generalisability of the study's findings.Practical implicationsThe authors provide managerial implications for promoting workplace fun.Originality/valueThe paper contributes to the workplace fun conversation by addressing the overlooked q...

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Conclusion It has been our purpose to provide helpful information and research that can be used i... more Conclusion It has been our purpose to provide helpful information and research that can be used in making decisions about teaching OD to undergraduates. In addition, we hope that we have challenged OD educators to be more proactive in championing the inclusion of ...

Business Ethics: A European Review, 1999

This article explores the extent to which three models of management morality – Immoral Managemen... more This article explores the extent to which three models of management morality – Immoral Management, Moral Management, and Amoral Management – are extant in the European business environment. After a brief introduction and presentation of examples of each model, a further description of each model and European applications are outlined. Two possible hypotheses regarding the models’ presence in European business are presented and then concluding observations are made.

Journal of the International Academy …, 2005

Page 87. 77 Journal of the International Academy for Case Studies, Volume 11, Number 3, 2005 NTA ... more Page 87. 77 Journal of the International Academy for Case Studies, Volume 11, Number 3, 2005 NTA EXECUTIVE RETREATS, INC.: A CASE STUDY Robert B. Carton, Western Carolina University Michael D. Meeks, San Francisco ...

Frontiers of …, 2008

There has been a recent increase in interest and research in strategic entrepreneurship (Hitt, et... more There has been a recent increase in interest and research in strategic entrepreneurship (Hitt, et al, 2001; Meyer et al, 2001), and some argue the domain of entrepreneurship is being subsumed by the field of strategic management (Baker & Pollock, 2007). This study investigates ...

Journal of Commercial Biotechnology, 2007

International Journal of Innovation and Technology Management, 2009

Leading biopharmaceutical firms need to dynamically optimize pipeline portfolios of internally an... more Leading biopharmaceutical firms need to dynamically optimize pipeline portfolios of internally and externally generated product candidates to ensure sustainable growth. This paper provides an empirical analysis of leading global biotechnology firms with respect to technology agglomeration patterns, proximity to alliance partners, and firm performance for the period 1996–2006. Findings suggest that the absolute number of technology and product alliances were

International Journal of Commerce and Management, 2010

Purpose – Building a bioeconomy requires efficient technology transfer and global linkages to exp... more Purpose – Building a bioeconomy requires efficient technology transfer and global linkages to exploit finite intellectual property exclusivity periods. The purpose of this paper, using a resource-based view lens, is to assess the priorities, capabilities, and competitiveness of the ...

Journal of Commercial Biotechnology, 2010

Journal of Commercial Biotechnology is the definitive international quarterly publication for bio... more Journal of Commercial Biotechnology is the definitive international quarterly publication for bioscience business professionals.

Business Ethics: A European Review, Jan 1, 1999

This article explores the extent to which three models of management morality -Immoral Management... more This article explores the extent to which three models of management morality -Immoral Management, Moral Management, and Amoral Management -are extant in the European business environment. After a brief introduction and presentation of examples of each model, a further description of each model and European applications are outlined. Two possible hypotheses regarding the models' presence in European business are presented and then concluding observations are made.

The role of the entrepreneur in society is difficult to establish if the concept of entrepreneurs... more The role of the entrepreneur in society is difficult to establish if the concept of entrepreneurship is inadequately defined. This lack of a clear entrepreneurship paradigm poses problems for both policy makers and for academics. This paper proposes an operational definition of the entrepreneur and entrepreneurship, synthesizing past definitions into operationalizable constructs. Entrepreneurship is the pursuit of a discontinuous opportunity involving the creation of an organization (or sub-organization) with the expectation of value creation to the participants. The entrepreneur is the individual (or team) that identifies the opportunity, gathers the necessary resources, creates and is ultimately responsible for the performance of the organization. Therefore, entrepreneurship is the means by which new organizations are formed with their resultant job and wealth creation. A critical component of the proposed definition is the necessary condition that the organization created actually provides goods and/or services to society, not merely for internal consumption. Clearly this definition favors the behavioral school of thought on entrepreneurship, but it should not be taken to discount the importance of the traits and characteristics of the entrepreneur from the perspective of their propensity to act. Although growth, innovation, and tenacity to overcome hurdles are commonly cited as elements of entrepreneurship, we argue that these are consequences, not antecedents, to entrepreneurial activity.

Journal of Commercial Biotechnology, 2010

Journal of Commercial Biotechnology is the definitive international quarterly publication for bio... more Journal of Commercial Biotechnology is the definitive international quarterly publication for bioscience business professionals.

International Journal of Commerce and Management, 2010

Purpose – Building a bioeconomy requires efficient technology transfer and global linkages to exp... more Purpose – Building a bioeconomy requires efficient technology transfer and global linkages to exploit finite intellectual property exclusivity periods. The purpose of this paper, using a resource-based view lens, is to assess the priorities, capabilities, and competitiveness of the ...

International Journal of Innovation and Technology Management, 2009

Leading biopharmaceutical firms need to dynamically optimize pipeline portfolios of internally an... more Leading biopharmaceutical firms need to dynamically optimize pipeline portfolios of internally and externally generated product candidates to ensure sustainable growth. This paper provides an empirical analysis of leading global biotechnology firms with respect to technology agglomeration patterns, proximity to alliance partners, and firm performance for the period 1996–2006. Findings suggest that the absolute number of technology and product alliances were

Communications of The Ais, 1999

... ACADEMIC DISCIPLINE Hugh J. Watson Kenneth P. Taylor Guy Higgins Chris Kadlec MichaelMeeks Te... more ... ACADEMIC DISCIPLINE Hugh J. Watson Kenneth P. Taylor Guy Higgins Chris Kadlec MichaelMeeks Terry College of Business University of Georgia ... Hugh J. Watson Kenneth P. Taylor Guy Higgins Chris Kadlec Michael Meeks Terry College of Business University of Georgia ...

Frontiers of Entrepreneurship Research, 2012

Frontiers of Entrepreneurship Research, 2012

Journal of the International Academy For Case Studies, Jul 1, 2005

CASE DESCRIPTION In this case the authors tell the story of a small business startup and the diff... more CASE DESCRIPTION In this case the authors tell the story of a small business startup and the difficulties faced when environment is not considered. This case would be most suitable for undergraduate courses in Entrepreneurship and Strategic Management. The case is designed to be taught in one fifty to seventy-five minute class period, with about thirty minutes of reading and preparation time on the students part, prior to class. CASE SYNOPSIS This case is based upon an actual experience. The names of the participants and the company have been changed to maintain confidentiality. This case demonstrates problems that can arise from poor investigation of a location prior to going into business. NTA has discovered that they face significant external environmental risks of which they had previously been unaware. INSTRUCTORS' NOTES Discussion Questions 1. Why did David Lee open NTA Executive Retreats? The NTA Martial Art Academy had grown into a successful business, but its profit potential was limited. When Lee first opened the martial art studio, he faced limited competition in the immediate area. Currently, competitors are expanding directly into his territory and competition is becoming fierce. The increase in competition is making his product more commoditized and threatens his margins. Students in part select a martial art studio based upon the quality of the instruction. David Lee is the source of advantage for this business, but he has limited time to devote to the business given his other interests. Further, having classes in a fixed facility limits class size and therefore limits profit potential. David Lee needed to find a business that was seen as offering a unique product where he could increase the amount he could charge for his services. The executive retreat business was a natural extension of his current business. His existing students were an initial customer source for the new venture as well as a source of employees. The established reputation of the NTA Martial Art Academy could be used to provide immediate legitimacy and trust for the new product. David Lee's contacts in the business community, as a result of the other businesses he owned and operated, were a source of referrals for his new venture. Further, the high capital requirements for owning and operating a retreat facility were a significant barrier to entry for other martial art academies. Consequently, the limited competition would allow Lee to charge higher prices and thereby achieve higher margins. 2. Why did David Lee select a location two hours from Silicon Valley for his new venture? The remote location was necessary for several reasons. First, it would not have been economically feasible to purchase such a large tract of land so close to Silicon Valley. Second, the concept of a retreat is to remove the client from their normal surroundings. Third, a location two hours from Silicon Valley reinforced the concept of separation from the normal routine of the customer yet was close enough that the trip would not seem difficult. Finally, a primitive setting would not have felt genuine inside the boundaries of a major metropolitan area. 3. Describe the nature of NTA's industry using a Porter's Five Forces framework. NTA's buyers had considerable power due to low switching costs. It was an industry practice to raise switching costs by requiring Academy members to enroll for twelve months at a time. However, this policy used by both martial art academies and health clubs frequently resulted in conflicts with customers. Suppliers to the business had limited power. While national chains could negotiate better prices due to larger purchase commitments, the cost of supplies was not material to NTA's operations and multiple suppliers were available to the company. …

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2009

Education Sciences, 2013

While an extensive body of research exists regarding the delivery of course knowledge and materia... more While an extensive body of research exists regarding the delivery of course knowledge and material, much less attention has been paid to the performance effect of seating position within a classroom. Research findings are mixed as to whether students in the front row of a classroom outperform students in the back row. Another issue that has not been fully examined in higher education is the effect of environmental factors, specifically seating type, on student performance. This study examines the impact of both factors-seating location and seating type-on overall performance. Data were collected over a 10-year period from 1,138 undergraduate senior business students during their capstone course. The findings suggest that student performance is not significantly altered by seating location or seating type.

Employee Relations, 2009

PurposeThis paper aims to investigate how generational differences moderate the relationship betw... more PurposeThis paper aims to investigate how generational differences moderate the relationship between workplace fun and individual workplace outcomes.Design/methodology/approachThe authors review and integrate the literatures on workplace fun and generational theory and empirically test the interaction effects of generation membership and workplace fun with job satisfaction, task performance, and OCB using a sample of 701 workers.FindingsThe findings suggest that not only do members of different generational cohorts respond differently to workplace fun, but cohort membership moderates the relationship between workplace fun and some individual workplace outcomes.Research limitations/implicationsSnowball sampling and cross‐sectional data limit the generalisability of the study's findings.Practical implicationsThe authors provide managerial implications for promoting workplace fun.Originality/valueThe paper contributes to the workplace fun conversation by addressing the overlooked q...

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Conclusion It has been our purpose to provide helpful information and research that can be used i... more Conclusion It has been our purpose to provide helpful information and research that can be used in making decisions about teaching OD to undergraduates. In addition, we hope that we have challenged OD educators to be more proactive in championing the inclusion of ...

Business Ethics: A European Review, 1999

This article explores the extent to which three models of management morality – Immoral Managemen... more This article explores the extent to which three models of management morality – Immoral Management, Moral Management, and Amoral Management – are extant in the European business environment. After a brief introduction and presentation of examples of each model, a further description of each model and European applications are outlined. Two possible hypotheses regarding the models’ presence in European business are presented and then concluding observations are made.

Journal of the International Academy …, 2005

Page 87. 77 Journal of the International Academy for Case Studies, Volume 11, Number 3, 2005 NTA ... more Page 87. 77 Journal of the International Academy for Case Studies, Volume 11, Number 3, 2005 NTA EXECUTIVE RETREATS, INC.: A CASE STUDY Robert B. Carton, Western Carolina University Michael D. Meeks, San Francisco ...

Frontiers of …, 2008

There has been a recent increase in interest and research in strategic entrepreneurship (Hitt, et... more There has been a recent increase in interest and research in strategic entrepreneurship (Hitt, et al, 2001; Meyer et al, 2001), and some argue the domain of entrepreneurship is being subsumed by the field of strategic management (Baker & Pollock, 2007). This study investigates ...

Journal of Commercial Biotechnology, 2007

International Journal of Innovation and Technology Management, 2009

Leading biopharmaceutical firms need to dynamically optimize pipeline portfolios of internally an... more Leading biopharmaceutical firms need to dynamically optimize pipeline portfolios of internally and externally generated product candidates to ensure sustainable growth. This paper provides an empirical analysis of leading global biotechnology firms with respect to technology agglomeration patterns, proximity to alliance partners, and firm performance for the period 1996–2006. Findings suggest that the absolute number of technology and product alliances were

International Journal of Commerce and Management, 2010

Purpose – Building a bioeconomy requires efficient technology transfer and global linkages to exp... more Purpose – Building a bioeconomy requires efficient technology transfer and global linkages to exploit finite intellectual property exclusivity periods. The purpose of this paper, using a resource-based view lens, is to assess the priorities, capabilities, and competitiveness of the ...

Journal of Commercial Biotechnology, 2010

Journal of Commercial Biotechnology is the definitive international quarterly publication for bio... more Journal of Commercial Biotechnology is the definitive international quarterly publication for bioscience business professionals.

Business Ethics: A European Review, Jan 1, 1999

This article explores the extent to which three models of management morality -Immoral Management... more This article explores the extent to which three models of management morality -Immoral Management, Moral Management, and Amoral Management -are extant in the European business environment. After a brief introduction and presentation of examples of each model, a further description of each model and European applications are outlined. Two possible hypotheses regarding the models' presence in European business are presented and then concluding observations are made.

The role of the entrepreneur in society is difficult to establish if the concept of entrepreneurs... more The role of the entrepreneur in society is difficult to establish if the concept of entrepreneurship is inadequately defined. This lack of a clear entrepreneurship paradigm poses problems for both policy makers and for academics. This paper proposes an operational definition of the entrepreneur and entrepreneurship, synthesizing past definitions into operationalizable constructs. Entrepreneurship is the pursuit of a discontinuous opportunity involving the creation of an organization (or sub-organization) with the expectation of value creation to the participants. The entrepreneur is the individual (or team) that identifies the opportunity, gathers the necessary resources, creates and is ultimately responsible for the performance of the organization. Therefore, entrepreneurship is the means by which new organizations are formed with their resultant job and wealth creation. A critical component of the proposed definition is the necessary condition that the organization created actually provides goods and/or services to society, not merely for internal consumption. Clearly this definition favors the behavioral school of thought on entrepreneurship, but it should not be taken to discount the importance of the traits and characteristics of the entrepreneur from the perspective of their propensity to act. Although growth, innovation, and tenacity to overcome hurdles are commonly cited as elements of entrepreneurship, we argue that these are consequences, not antecedents, to entrepreneurial activity.

Journal of Commercial Biotechnology, 2010

Journal of Commercial Biotechnology is the definitive international quarterly publication for bio... more Journal of Commercial Biotechnology is the definitive international quarterly publication for bioscience business professionals.

International Journal of Commerce and Management, 2010

Purpose – Building a bioeconomy requires efficient technology transfer and global linkages to exp... more Purpose – Building a bioeconomy requires efficient technology transfer and global linkages to exploit finite intellectual property exclusivity periods. The purpose of this paper, using a resource-based view lens, is to assess the priorities, capabilities, and competitiveness of the ...

International Journal of Innovation and Technology Management, 2009

Leading biopharmaceutical firms need to dynamically optimize pipeline portfolios of internally an... more Leading biopharmaceutical firms need to dynamically optimize pipeline portfolios of internally and externally generated product candidates to ensure sustainable growth. This paper provides an empirical analysis of leading global biotechnology firms with respect to technology agglomeration patterns, proximity to alliance partners, and firm performance for the period 1996–2006. Findings suggest that the absolute number of technology and product alliances were

Communications of The Ais, 1999

... ACADEMIC DISCIPLINE Hugh J. Watson Kenneth P. Taylor Guy Higgins Chris Kadlec MichaelMeeks Te... more ... ACADEMIC DISCIPLINE Hugh J. Watson Kenneth P. Taylor Guy Higgins Chris Kadlec MichaelMeeks Terry College of Business University of Georgia ... Hugh J. Watson Kenneth P. Taylor Guy Higgins Chris Kadlec Michael Meeks Terry College of Business University of Georgia ...