Innovation in Real Places
Innovation in Real Places
Building Regional Prosperity Through Strategic Specialization
About This Book
Real-World Innovation (2021) challenges the widely-accepted Silicon Valley blueprint for economic development that has disappointed most regions. Communities would benefit more from discovering their specialized role in global production networks and building innovation capacity around their actual competitive advantages rather than trying to replicate tech hub success stories.
Who Should Read This?
- Readers curious about innovation economics and what drives regional prosperity
- Professionals working in economic development and entrepreneurial ecosystems
- Local government officials and community leaders seeking practical growth strategies for their regions
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