International Journal of Globalisation and Small Business (4 papers in press)

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• Understanding the dynamics shaping sports tourism ventures: a mixed method approach  
  by Vartika Kapoor, Armaanjit Singh 
  Abstract: The aim of the study was to explore the factors influencing entrepreneurial intention in sports tourism sector in emerging economies. The author employed mixed method approach, and used in-depth semi-structured interviews of 24 entrepreneurs for data collection. The thematic analysis was conducted to identify the factors influencing entrepreneurial intention. Further, 93 entrepreneurs in travel and tourism sector were surveyed to collect the data for prioritising the identified factors using Friedman test. Key findings reveal that technology-enabled market expansion, Indias vast population, data-driven consumer preferences, sports knowledge and government investment in sports infrastructure are top five factors that are pivotal in shaping entrepreneurial behaviour in this niche sector. The factors were mapped with the Individual opportunity nexus theory and Dynamic capabilities theory. The results provide actionable insights for policymakers to foster entrepreneurship and for entrepreneurs to leverage emerging opportunities in sports tourism.
  Keywords: sports; tourism; entrepreneurship; mixed method; individual opportunity nexus; dynamic capabilities.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJGSB.2025.10075453
   
  
• Differentiating between transnational diaspora entrepreneurships and the conventional process of entrepreneurship  
  by Osa-Godwin Osaghae, Thomas M. Cooney 
  Abstract: The conventional entrepreneurial process focuses on identifying opportunities and creating ventures to exploit them. In contrast, transnational diaspora entrepreneurship (TDE) operates across multiple social and cultural contexts, introducing factors such as country of origin (COO) culture, demographics, and unique opportunities. This COO embeddedness distinguishes TDE from conventional entrepreneurship. This study explores a small enclave community in Blanchardstown, Dublin, through an in-depth micro-qualitative approach, conducting 11 interviews with first-generation migrants. Using comparative narrative analysis, findings are aligned with existing theories to propose a new framework. Results indicate TDEs uniqueness lies in entrepreneurs ability to navigate both COO and country of residence (COR). The study offers a fresh perspective for developing comprehensive theories on TDE and highlights its significant differences from traditional processes. Limitations include a small sample size; future research should employ larger datasets for deeper analysis.
  Keywords: TDE; transnational diaspora entrepreneurship; conventional process of entrepreneurship; COR; country of residence; COO; country of origin; immigrant entrepreneurship.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJGSB.2025.10076229
   
  
• The critical success factors and their influence on export performance: a systematic literature review  
  by Catherine Pasa Dorneles, Guilherme Bergmann Borges Vieira, Fernanda Lazzari, Carlos Honorato Schuch Santos 
  Abstract: The impact of critical success factors (CSFs) on export performance has been studied for more than four decades. Despite this, the literature remains fragmented, with no consensus regarding the determinants of export success, the indicators used to assess export performance, and the relationships between these constructs. In this context, this article presents a systematic literature review covering the period from 2000 to 2024. The study identifies the main CSFs in exports, compares outcomes across studies, ranks CSFs by relevance, and analyses their relationship with export performance. As a result, a conceptual model comprising 14 CSFs and four export performance indicators is proposed. By integrating different theoretical perspectives and providing a structured synthesis of recent contributions, this review advances the understanding of CSFs in export performance. The practical implications suggest that firms should align internal resources with external support mechanisms, while policymakers should design targeted programs to strengthen international competitiveness.
  Keywords: international business; CSFs; critical success factors; exports; performance; systematic literature review.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJGSB.2025.10076279
   
  
• Intangible assets and SME performance: does industry matter?  
  by Luís Miguel Pacheco 
  Abstract: The relationship between intangible assets and profitability is a broadly studied topic, albeit less in the context of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or unquoted firms. The objective of this paper is to examine whether intangible assets and goodwill enhance financial performance. Contributing to fill this research gap and based on the resource-based view and knowledge based view theories, it is used a balanced panel data of 5.020 Portuguese SMEs for the period from 2013 to 2023. The results from the fixed-effects model evidence a significant negative effect of intangible assets and goodwill in financial performance. It is also evidenced the moderating effect exerted by firm age and the presence of significant differences between sectors of activity. Given the SMEs importance in most countries, the results and implications of this paper can be generalised to other economies, albeit country specific cultural, accounting and legal issues should be taken in consideration.
  Keywords: financial performance; intangible assets; goodwill; SMEs; small and medium enterprises.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJGSB.2025.10076579