3245-0392 Appendix B-8 Small Business Semi-Structured Interview Protocol 2-23-2023

Regional Innovation Clusters (RIC) Initiative Evaluation Study

3245-0392 Appendix B-8 Small Business Semi-Structured Interview Protocol 2-23-2023

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Appendix B-8 Small Business Semi-Structured Interview Protocol


Probe for barriers, facilitators, local and contextual influences.

  • How did the cluster reach out or recruit you into its events, activities, or services?

    • Do you plan on participating in future cluster events/activities, and if not, why?

    • Please provide suggestions for cluster outreach. Is there something the Cluster can do better?

  • How did the cluster connect your businesses into the business ecosystems of resources in your region, such as supporting organizations, business networks, suppliers, clients, etc.?

    • How did the cluster promote collaboration and exchange of information between your business and large organizations or other regional stakeholders?

    • How did the cluster help to promote your business growth?

    • How did the cluster help to facilitate innovation?

  • Were the events/activities helpful in addressing your business priorities? Can the cluster do/provide anything differently to help you?

  • What is [engine name] excelling at, and what could it be doing better?



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