The goal of this review of venture-creation literature is to answer why, when, and how different modes of action are used to exploit entrepreneurial opportunities.Extant research about the role of individuals in entrepreneurship is summarized and critiqued, and directions for future research are...

We explore the overlooked issue of how certain strategic-level, interindustry diversification options might increase consumer utility. Discussions of inter-industry diversification typically focus on producer synergies obtainable from economies of scope or from skill transfer across business...