We support a diverse portfolio of research projects that have clear, practical implications for managers and for society. Our current initiatives examine the role of entrepreneurship and innovation in four broad areas: growth, emerging markets, sustainability and health care.

We engage leaders through books, articles, reports, teaching cases, curricula, conferences and workshops. Through the institute's active involvement in Darden's MBA and executive education programs, we help train the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders.

We foster a dynamic community of scholars, practitioners, and students, who come together through such programs as Batten Fellows, Batten MBA Scholars, Incubator and the Innovation Lab. We reach out beyond the Darden School to engage people through activities such as lecture series, informal colloquia and competitions.