Entrepreneurship and growth are central concerns of policy makers around the world. Local Heroes in the Global Village introduces public policies for the promotion of entrepreneurship on a comparative, primarily German-American level. The book contributes to the debate what role public policies...

Germany and the United States face a common challenge in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship to maintain their leadership in global markets, with the economic growth and employment both societies seek. To this end, innovative policies at national and regional level are needed so that...