Our research forms the backbone of everything we do at The Entrepreneurs Network, and underpins the policies we advocate for. We carry out research into a spectrum of different areas, from sector-specific investigations to issues that cut across the breadth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Below is a selection of our featured publications, plus a links to view our full research archive or to filter it by topic.
Featured Research
Cool Britannia
5 August 2026
What British entrepreneurs really think of the UK as a place to build a business, and the figures who best represent its entrepreneurial spirit
Ideas to Impact
27 January 2026
Investigating the barriers female academic entrepreneurs face when it comes to commercialising research through spinout companies
London’s Calling
5 August 2026
What London-based founders think of the capital as a place to build a business — what draws them, what frustrates them, and where they'd go instead
Full Speed Ahead
21 July 2025
Exploring how Britain can build on its network of startup support programmes by improving strategy, funding models and impact measurement
How Old Are Britain’s Top Founders?
23 June 2025
Data from 100 of the UK’s highest-raising companies shows that entrepreneurship is a lot less age-restricted than the Silicon Valley stereotype suggests.
Building Blocks
20 March 2024
Setting out our vision for securing Britain’s entrepreneurial future, focusing on agglomeration, fiscal policy, innovation and talent