Sustainability in Entrepreneurial Ecosystems Going Global

The entrepreneurial ecosystem literature increasingly includes the concept of sustainability. In this chapter, we explore the mechanism by which the pursuit of sustainable opportunities within entrepreneurial ecosystems is becoming increasingly internationally connected. Specifically, we argue that structural factors that connect local ecosystems to international networks impact the capacity of entrepreneurial ecosystems for more inclusive growth opportunities, supporting SDG8. Furthermore, we identify globally connected entrepreneurs, including, returnee entrepreneurs, immigrant entrepreneurs, and global argonauts as key contributors to the dissemination of sustainable ideas between entrepreneurial ecosystems and across national borders. The chapter offers insights into new research opportunities related to entrepreneurial ecosystems, sustainability, and international business.