"We're moving from a managerial into an entrepreneurial society. Can a Silicon Valley-like entrepreneurial ecosystem evolve in Southeast Asia? How do Southeast Asian (wanna-be) entrepreneurs, start-up financiers, government and non-government organizations plan to seize the multitude of opportunities offered in times of the innovation economy? Discover answers to these important questions in this timely book with vignettes of the creative, financial, human, and ecological side of creative entrepreneurship in Southeast Asia.„ - Detlef Reis, Founder and Chief Ideator, Thinkergy Limited; Lecturer in Business Creativity and Creative Leadership, College of Management, Mahidol University, Thailand; Adjunct Associate Professor, Hong Kong Baptist University

“As a design and product development professional living in Bangkok, Sindakis and Walter's collection, Entrepreneurial Rise in Southeast Asia, is a MUST-read for not only students and professionals like myself, but for industry leaders looking to grow and prosper in the creative economy. This book examines critically the errors of the past and provides valuable information on how to position yourself for the future.„ - Jeff Hamilton, Medical Product Research, Design, and Development Professional; Lecturer, Rangsit University, Thailand

“This book provides an insight of entrepreneurial ecosystem in Southeast and East Asia. It covers key aspects of entrepreneurship and innovation such as innovation capacity, financing innovation, human resource and intellectual capital, and innovation systems and supporting policies. The readers can see the dynamics of entrepreneurship and innovation in the context of Southeast and East Asian regions." - Thanaphol Virasa, Deputy Dean and Assistant Professor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, College of Management, Mahidol University, Thailand