Up Next: Applying Human-Centered Entrepreneurship in the Business World Join Dr. Ki-Chan Kim and Dr. Ayman ElTarabishy as they explore the evolution of the Entrepreneurial Orientation (EO) framework through a human-centered lens. This session dives into the development of a new

Human-Centered Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development: Korea’s Perspective Join Ambassador Oh Joon and Dr. Ki-Chan Kim for a compelling look at how Korea is leading with people-first entrepreneurship to drive inclusive innovation and long-term sustainability. This session

Up Next: Cutting-Edge Research with Real-World Impact for SMEs Join us at ICSB Sydney as researchers from Korea and Japan present breakthrough studies on venture capital, humane entrepreneurship, and angel investing—each with practical takeaways for small business leaders,

Session 4: Global Research for Policy & Practice This afternoon at ICSB Sydney, researchers from the U.S., Indonesia, and Korea present cutting-edge studies on SME resilience, humane entrepreneurship, youth innovation, and investment trends. Explore how academic insights are

Incredible energy, meaningful conversations, and a global community coming together to support MSMEs and shape the future of entrepreneurship. Thank you to all the speakers, guests, and changemakers who’ve made these moments possible! icsb.org/icsb-events/sy… #ICSB2025

Up Next: Session 5: Shaping the Future of MSMEs — Bridging Research, Policy, and Action Researchers, policymakers, and practitioners come together to explore how evidence-based research can drive actionable strategies for MSME growth, innovation, and resilience. Featuring

Closing Session: Korea Spotlight Session – Presented in Korean by Leading Scholars We conclude the ICSB Signature Event in Sydney with a powerful session led by Korea’s top scholars, presented in Korean and chaired by Dr. Ki-Chan Kim. This spotlight highlights forward-thinking

Thank You, Sydney! On behalf of ICSB, we extend our heartfelt thank you to all the incredible speakers, participants, and partners who made the ICSB Sydney Conference an unforgettable success. Your insights, energy, and commitment to empowering entrepreneurs across the globe

The 2025 ICSB World Congress Research Program Comes to Cairo. We are thrilled to invite you to submit a paper for the 2025 ICSB World Congress, taking place in Cairo, Egypt, from November 25 to 27, 2025. Deadline to Submit Abstracts: September 15, 2025 Why Submit? ✔ Celebrate

🌍 Join Us at the Table. ICSB Global: Innovation Unleashed – Cairo 2025! 🚀 November 25–27 | Cairo, Egypt Are you a Marketplace leader, Ecosystem Builder, Policymaker, or Woman CEO passionate about driving inclusive entrepreneurship and innovation? Then we want you at the

Innovation Unleashed is coming to Cairo, Egypt! Join us for a powerful 5-part global event celebrating ICSB’s 70th anniversary, bringing together entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers, students, and global leaders for an unforgettable special event. Reserve your spot today

Ambition Meets Action Cairo, Egypt | November 26–27, 2025 Egypt is undergoing a quiet revolution in entrepreneurship, led by women. According to Mastercard’s 2025 research, an incredible 98% of women entrepreneurs in Egypt are confident their revenues will grow in the

📊 $5.2 Trillion Gap: Why Half the World's Jobs Hang in the Balance 💼 Last week, a family manufacturing business—three generations, 45 employees closed its doors. Not because they weren't profitable, but because they struggled to find workers, access capital for equipment

ICSB heads to Seoul this fall! Innovation meets humanity at our Signature Event: “The Soul of Innovation: Human-Centered Thinking in the A.I. World.” Join global leaders rethinking the future of entrepreneurship. Save the date & learn more: icsb.org/icsb-events/se… #ICSB

ICSB is celebrating 70 Years of Empowering Entrepreneurs! From its founding in 1955 to present day, ICSB has been at the heart of empowering MSMEs and entrepreneurs around the world. Here’s to 70 years of innovation, resilience, and global impact, and to the future we continue

✨ The Future of Business Education in MENA ✨ Sherif Kamel, Dean of the Onsi Sawiris School at AUC, reminds us: business education is at a crossroads. The shift is clear: • From shareholder focus to stakeholder impact • From classroom theory to real-world problem solving

Big news from ICSB! We are proud to announce Dr. Jeffrey R. Alves as our Incoming Chair, effective June 2027. A longtime ICSB leader and passionate advocate for MSMEs, Dr. Alves has served in key roles including President, Senior VP of Finance and Control, Co-Director of the

ICSB welcomes Professor Rico Baldegger to our Board of Directors! A global leader in entrepreneurship, innovation, and SME development, Professor Baldegger brings decades of academic leadership, consultancy, and entrepreneurial expertise to ICSB’s mission. • Author of 100+

🇪🇬 Cairo 2025: ICSB World Congress 🇪🇬 This November, we’re bringing together researchers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to tackle the most pressing challenges facing MSMEs worldwide. Why Cairo? At the crossroads of three continents, Egypt’s dynamic innovation ecosystem

Yet they face a $5.2 trillion financing gap and systemic challenges that limit growth. Despite making up 90% of global businesses and employing half the world’s workforce, SMEs continue to struggle with: • 52.5% can’t attract/retain talent • 43.8% struggle with growth •