Programa del congreso

• Objetivos: The aim of this study is to investigate the impact of intrinsic individual factors (sex and the presence of disabilities), extrinsic factors (motivation and education), and organizational drivers (innovation and exporting level) in shaping the pursuit of sustainable development goals for new ventures.

• Marco teórico: This study draws on the Upper Echelon Theory, which establishes a link between the individual characteristics of decision-makers, organizational configuration, and strategic decisions within firms. We also studied how organizational drivers, such as the level of internationalization or the degree of innovation, condition entrepreneurs' capacity to make a positive social and environmental impact with their firms.

• Metodología: The empirical analysis utilized data from a survey of 1,857 entrepreneurs conducted within the framework of the Spanish Global Entrepreneurship Monitor for 2023, employing both multiple linear regression and multilevel regression analyses.

• Resultados/implicaciones: Entrepreneurs driven by a social impact, with specific higher human capital, and engaging in innovative ventures are more inclined to actively participate in sustainable entrepreneurship. Several implications for practice are recommended.

Changing economic landscapes have shifted from industrial innovation to entrepreneurial knowledge-based economies requiring educational experiences based on practice and real-world connections. Whereas much focus has centred on curricular activities to achieve this aim, in comparison there is scant attention paid to the important role that organised and spatially embedded out-of-curriculum activities can afford. We present an innovative and practical initiative that takes a systematic approach to effectively blend diverse elements from both the formal and informal curriculum, providing a holistic and immersive learning experience for aspiring entrepreneurs. By embracing a multifaceted method, the integrated and authentic model of entrepreneurship education that we detail aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and networks needed to navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship and excel in today's dynamic business landscape.

Cities have been revealed as the critical level where the struggle for global sustainability will be won or lost. In fact, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) call for immediate action in their SDG 11 “Sustainable Cities and Communities”. Even though scholars affirm that entrepreneurs have the potential to address sustainability challenges, research on the conditions and the means by which sustainable entrepreneurship impacts urban sustainability is underdeveloped. This article aims to take stock of extant research on whether, how, and when sustainable entrepreneurship guides cities to be more sustainable. We take an interdisciplinary approach and review the management, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and urban sustainability literature on the topic. Thus, we provide a complete picture of the role of entrepreneurs in promoting sustainable cities, identify research gaps, and outline a future agenda for scholars, policymakers, and entrepreneurs interested in both sustainable entrepreneurship and urban sustainability.