Institutional reforms, control of corruption, and diaspora entrepreneurship: insights and perspectives on America's poorest economy

Claudel Mombeuil, Anestis K. Fotiadis and Withz Aimable

Journal of Entrepreneurship and Public Policy, 2021, vol. 10, issue 4, 471-491

Abstract: Purpose - While diaspora entrepreneurs remain important sources of capital and innovation, many developing countries are facing serious challenges to tap into these sources because of their weak institutional settings and the endemic and systemic corruption. To this end, this study explores how institutional reforms and control of corruption can influence diaspora entrepreneurship. This study also seeks to provide perspectives on how diaspora entrepreneurs can influence institutional reforms and market policies. Design/methodology/approach - To meet these objectives, qualitative and interpretive research approaches were employed. Findings - Using responses collected from Haitian diaspora entrepreneurs living in the USA, this paper highlights different attributes of institutional reforms and control of corruption that can influence diaspora entrepreneurship. Practical implications - Based on these insights, this paper argues that Haitian diaspora entrepreneurs need to play a proactive role as policy entrepreneurs by supporting competent and well-intention political leaders to gain office and by joining forces with local actors to advocate for institutional reforms, market reforms and control of corruption in order to be able to exploit market opportunities. In this respect, further perspectives for diaspora entrepreneurship, limitations and consideration for future research are highlighted. Originality/value - By collecting insights on institutional reform and diaspora entrepreneurship from diaspora entrepreneurs, this paper makes important contribution to the entrepreneurship literature.

Keywords: Institutional reforms; Control of corruption; Diaspora entrepreneurship; Developing countries; Haiti (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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DOI: 10.1108/JEPP-12-2020-0097

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