Batas, S. and Leppaaho, T. (2016) The influence of structural holes and network closure in the internationalization process of rapid internationalizing firms. Paper presented to: Academy of International Business (AIB) Annual Meeting 2016, New Orleans, USA, 27-30 June 2016. (Unpublished)
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Abstract:
This study examines the development of social capital of nine cases in Greece and Scotland during their international operations. This paper sheds light on network closure and structural holes in order to comprehend how this mechanism can influence the internationalization process. We found that structural holes can be easily and rapidly bridged with the use of existing network relationships. We contribute to the International Business and International Entrepreneurship fields by introducing this mechanism into the context of rapidly internationalizing firms, namely International New Ventures.
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Creators:
Batas, S. and Leppaaho, T.
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Date:
June 2016
Date Type:
Publication
Event Title:
Academy of International Business (AIB) Annual Meeting 2016
Event Dates:
27-30 June 2016
Event Location:
New Orleans, USA
Event Type:
Conference
Language:
English
Status:
Unpublished
Refereed:
Yes
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