The purpose of this project was for students to research successful entrepreneurial
environments, community systems and government policies that engage, motivate, attract,
and expand entrepreneurial activities in the San Marcos region of influence. Students worked
throughout the semester studying environmental problems entrepreneurs face in the launch
and growth of a new venture in the surrounding area. Furthermore, they applied their
research and design-thinking methodologies to develop and propose solutions to help solve
the entrepreneur problems in the region. The proposals focus on the best practices among
entrepreneurs, governments, and communities in providing programs, resources and support
that can reduce the impact from the various challenges entrepreneurs face within a
community. The research and proposals will help the City of San Marcos and San Marcos
Economic Development Program understand ways to potentially help entrepreneurs in the
region and incentivize entrepreneurs to relocate to the area to start and grow their business
Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner.
Democracy in Action Contact Info
University Faculty Contact
Samuel Clarke
sclarke@csusm.edu
Local Government / Community Contact
Tess Sangster
Economic Development Manager
tsangster@san-marcos.net