Innovation in small firms: Does family vs. non-family matter?

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Abstract

Small firms are the backbone of our economy. These firms need to innovate to thrive and compete. However, research on innovation in small firms, especially non-technology and less knowledge-intensive firms, is lacking. In this study, we explore antecedents of innovation in such firms. We build and test a theoretical model that links employee training, employee commitment, family employees, and emphasis on learning to innovation in small firms. We also argue that a small-firm owner’s perception about his firm being a family firm or a non-family firm will influence the relationship between predictors and firm innovation.

Author Biographies

  • Saurabh Ahluwalia, The University of New Mexico

    Assistant Professor of Finance

    Department of Finance, International, Technology & Entrepreneurship

    Anderson School of Management

  • Raj V. Mahto, The University of New Mexico

    Associate Professor

    FITE Department

  • Steven T Walsh, The University of New Mexico

    Distinguished Professor

    Department of Finance, International, Technology & Entrepreneurship

    Anderson School of Management

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Published

2017-10-29

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Vol. 27 No. 3 (2017)

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Innovation in small firms: Does family vs. non-family matter?. (2017). Journal of Small Business Strategy (archive Only), 27(3), 39-49. https://libjournals.mtsu.edu/index.php/jsbs/article/view/810