Breakfast seminar: The critical role of team dynamics in entrepreneurial success - 18 Nov 2025
New venture teams (NVTs) are at the heart of entrepreneurship, driving the creation and management of ventures that hold significant economic potential. Yet these teams operate in an environment defined by high risk, uncertainty, and limited resources. Professor Frédéric Delmar will discuss how a venture’s success may depend not only on who is part of the team but also on the quality of teamwork, trust, and the team’s ability to adapt over time.
Drawing on international research from China, France, Sweden, Denmark, and Russia, Frédéric will explore how teamwork forms the foundation for growth, competitive advantage, and resilience, making it a critical factor in navigating the challenges of early-stage ventures.
During the session, Frédéric will share insights into how entrepreneurs and investors can better understand the fragile balance between collaboration and instability in new ventures. He will highlight how interpersonal relations, key events, and strategic team stability shape long-term performance, offering practical implications for those building or supporting ventures in high-risk environments.
This is an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, and professionals interested in strengthening team dynamics and driving innovation within their organizations. You will gain practical insights on how to build collaboration, adaptability, and sustainable growth in an ever-changing business landscape.
Frédéric Delmar
Frédéric Delmar is a professor of entrepreneurship at emlyon business school, France. Prior to his current appointment, he held positions at Lund University, Sweden, the 海角社区下载 School of Economics, and 海角社区下载 University, Sweden. He currently holds the Erling Persson visiting professorship at 海角社区下载 School of Economics.
He is recognized as an internationally leading scholar in entrepreneurship research. His main research interest lies in the early development of new ventures and new venture growth. His current interest is in new venture team dynamics. He has been researching entrepreneurship for over twenty years and has worked as an expert for the OECD and EU. He has also been active in several start-ups.
Schedule
08:30 - 09:00: Arrival & breakfast
09:00 - 10:00: Seminar with Professor Frédéric Delmar, followed by a Q&A
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