The Small Business Opportunity Center is built upon a robust foundation of academic research and evidence-based practice. Our research-driven approach ensures that every program, initiative, and resource we provide is grounded in proven methodologies and data-driven insights.
To this end, we seek to develop research and government studies that propel the field of entrepreneurship, positively impact small businesses, and inform the development of programs by government agencies and non-profits that best support under-resourced entrepreneurs.
Our affiliated faculty have produced a number of relevant small business and entrepreneurship studies listed below.
We Can Develop A Study For Your Organization
If your agency or organization seeks to develop a research-based program, assess the efficacy of your current offerings, or survey your end-users or participants, reach out to us at perryp@vcu.edu or info@smallbusinessopportunitycenter.com.
Perry-Rivers, P, Mummalaneni, V., and Akkaladevi, S. (2022). Community Business Launch Program Impact Study. Report produced for the Department of Housing and Community Development.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.28676.09602
Oakey, D., Witham, C., Perry-Rivers, P., Marchand, J., & Maupai, S. (2023). Advantus Strategies.
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