I am fortunate that Dr. Zoltan J. Acs is my dissertation chair as he is a world leading scholar and a great mentor. One of his major projects, The Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index is just about to release its 2012 results. Which country is the most entrepreneurial country in the world? We will find out this week.

GEDI is a major breakthrough for investors, policy makers, entrepreneurs, and development professionals interested in high impact entrepreneurs and sustainable economic growth (Read what the Economist said about GEDI). You can read more about GEDI and its fascinating techniques.

There are two kickoff events this year. One at the Heritage Foundation on 5 January 2011 and another, more casual event and discussion at George Mason University’s Founders Hall in Arlington VA on 6th January 2012. Register for the GMU event (Jan 6th 5 pm – 7 pm) or for Heritage (Jan 5th 9 am – 12 pm).