A Tale of 'Sea Turtles:' Returnee Entrepreneurship, Institutions, and Firm Performance

Liu, Qing; Han, Qin; Liu, Runjuan; Lu, Ruosi

doi:10.2139/ssrn.3015633

Cited by 2 publications

(2 citation statements)

References 56 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…Several studies noticed that returnees are typically more effective than locals in terms of boosting the performance of a firm they work for or a business they operate (Cui et al , 2015; Liu et al , 2017; Liu et al , 2019). This success is attributable to the fact that returnees amass social and human capital – including established networks and expertise – that is unique to their home nations while living abroad (Ma et al , 2018; Li, 2020).…”

Section: Literature Review and Hypothesis Developmentmentioning

confidence: 99%

Impact of returnee entrepreneurs’ education and knowledge transfer on business development: moderating effect of time living abroad

Hajdari

Miftari

Ramadani

et al. 2023

JEC

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Purpose The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of returnee entrepreneurs’ education and knowledge transfer (KT) on business development (BD) as well as the moderating effect of time living abroad on returnee entrepreneurs. Design/methodology/approach The quantitative approach was used in this study to grasp and validate the conceptual framework. This research was guided by a positivist survey research technique. A structured questionnaire was used as a data collection tool, and 151 returnee entrepreneurs were involved in the study. SEM with SmartPLS was used as a data analysis tool. Findings The results of this study show that returnee entrepreneur’s education and KT is positively associated with BD, while the time living abroad was not proved to have a moderation effect on BD. Practical implications This study has academic and practical relevance, as it adds new knowledge and a better understanding of the role of returnee entrepreneurs in BD and expands research on returnee entrepreneurs. In terms of practical contributions, this research offers suggestions to governments, policymakers and the business community about the impact of returnee entrepreneurs in the entrepreneurial ecosystems of their home countries. Originality/value This study is one of the few studies that have analysed the impact of returnee entrepreneurs’ education and KT on BD by using the survey technique. The results of this empirical research are based on primary data collected via a questionnaire.

show abstract

Section: Literature Review and Hypothesis Developmentmentioning

confidence: 99%

Impact of returnee entrepreneurs’ education and knowledge transfer on business development: moderating effect of time living abroad

Hajdari

Miftari

Ramadani

et al. 2023

JEC

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…For instance, Chinese returnee entrepreneurs who were familiar with western business practices, technology and sciences used their resources to contribute to the success of local firms (Liu and Almor, 2016). As a result, firms managed by returnee entrepreneurs are more likely to have better performance compare to those led by local entrepreneurs (Liu et al, 2017). Hence, the following proposition is presented: P1.…”

Section: Research Propositionsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Determinants of the firm performance of returnee entrepreneurs in Somalia: the effects of external environmental conditions

Mohamed

Abdul‐Talib

Ramlee

2021

JEC

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Purpose This study aims to examine the role of returning Somali diaspora entrepreneurs on firm performance and their perceived environmental obstacles. Design/methodology/approach The paper draws on a broad literature review and covers a theoretical background to develop a research framework. It presents several propositions to be empirically tested to determine the influence of returnee entrepreneurs’ success and the challenges they face in the process. Findings The paper offers an overview of how Somali diaspora returnee entrepreneurs can use their resources to succeed in their business and the possible environmental uncertainties that could hinder them. The study highlights some under-researched areas and provides future research directions. Research limitations/implications A research investigation is needed to test the proposed conceptual framework empirically. Further research is also recommended to use other predictors when investigating the perceived environmental uncertainty faced by returnee entrepreneurs. Practical implications In the diaspora entrepreneurship literature, returnee entrepreneurs in post-conflict African countries did not get enough attention. Hence, the study will contribute theoretically to the literature. Originality/value The paper provides a conceptual framework that will help understand returnee entrepreneurs in post-conflict states in Africa, paving the way for empirical studies on the topic.

show abstract

A Tale of 'Sea Turtles:' Returnee Entrepreneurship, Institutions, and Firm Performance

Cited by 2 publications

References 56 publications

Impact of returnee entrepreneurs’ education and knowledge transfer on business development: moderating effect of time living abroad

Impact of returnee entrepreneurs’ education and knowledge transfer on business development: moderating effect of time living abroad

Determinants of the firm performance of returnee entrepreneurs in Somalia: the effects of external environmental conditions

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About