The Role of University of Central Florida in Regional Economic Development

Thomas O’Neal () and Vernet Lasrado ()
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Thomas O’Neal: University of Central Florida
Vernet Lasrado: University of Central Florida

Chapter Chapter 7 in Technology Transfer in a Global Economy, 2012, pp 117-120 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract A university can play an essential role in regional economic development, especially with respect to innovation and entrepreneurial. The University of Central Florida became a driver and partner to help diversify the economy from a region that was heavily dependent on tourism, hospitality and agriculture, sectors known for lower than average wages.

Keywords: Regional Economic Development; Entrepreneurial Culture; Entrepreneurial Ecosystem; Plan Competition; Entrepreneurial Network (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2012
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DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4614-6102-9_7

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