Entrepreneurial action and the rules of the game : An editorial to introduce the Journal of Entrepreneurship and Public Policy

Purpose – The purpose of this editorial is to introduce the Journal of Entrepreneurship and Public Policy ( JEPP ). Design/methodology/approach – The paper outlines the primary objectives of JEPP . Findings – JEPP was created to encourage and disseminate quality research about the vital relationships among institutions, entrepreneurship and economic outcomes. JEPP  's aim is to improve the quality of scholarly and public discourse about entrepreneurship and development policies. In general, JEPP seeks high‐quality articles that say something interesting about public policy, entrepreneurship and economic development. Originality/value – The editorial describes the thinking behind JEPP , and the journal's objectives. JEPP welcomes all scholars and individuals with professional or personal interests in acquiring and sharing knowledge about institutions, entrepreneurship, and economic outcomes.