Browsing by Author "Kwapisz, Agnieszka"

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Bike-Sharing Systems in Poland
(2019-04) Bielinski, Tomasz; Kwapisz, Agnieszka; Wazna, Agnieszka
Bike-sharing is widely recognized as an eco-friendly mode of transportation and seen as one of the solutions to the problem of air pollution and congestion. As there is little research exploring the performance of bicycle-sharing systems (BSS), many municipal authorities invest in their development without knowledge of their effectiveness. Therefore, the aim of this article is to identify factors that correlate with BSS performance. Data related to BSS and urban characteristics were collected for the 56 cities in Poland, which is the population of BSS systems in this country. The Ordinary Least Square regression model was used to estimate the model. Additionally, to support our findings, a survey of 3631 cyclists was conducted. Our main findings show that BSS performance was positively related to cities’ population, tourism, number of bike stations per capita, congestion, bicycle pathways’ length and higher temperature, and negatively related to precipitation. We have also found that one BSS operator was more effective compared to the others.
Electric bike-sharing services mode substitution for driving, public transit, and cycling
(Elsevier BV, 2021-07) Bielińsk, Tomasz; Kwapisz, Agnieszka; Ważna, Agnieszka
In hopes of reducing traffic congestion, air and noise pollution, and energy consumption, bike sharing is becoming increasingly popular around the world. Underlying many of the benefits attributed to bike sharing is an assumption that bike share journeys replace a significant proportion of trips previously made by car. This paper examines factors correlated with the use of an electric bike-sharing system in Tricity, Poland. We use the double hurdle estimation approach on data from two matched surveys: before and after the implementation of the system. Our analyses indicate that electric bike rides did not act as a substitute for car trips. Shared e- bikes were used by residents as a substitute for public transportation or as a first/last mile of transport to/from public transportation stops. We examined the use of e-bikes for various types of trips and identified factors encouraging and discouraging people from usage of bike-sharing and cycling in general.
Entrepreneurial Mindset and Intentions for Entrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship in Engineering and Business Students
(SAGE Publications, 2024-06) Kwapisz, Agnieszka; Aytes, Kregg; Bryant, Scott; LaMeres, Brock J.
With the shifting dynamics of the modern workforce, there is a growing recognition of the essential role that an entrepreneurial mindset (EM) plays in shaping future innovators, notably within engineering disciplines. Despite the acknowledged significance of EM, there remains a gap in understanding how it relates to entrepreneurial or intrapreneurial intentions (E/II). This research investigates the link between EM and E/II among business and engineering students. We also analyze how EM changes over time. Our findings indicate that in both domains, ideation correlated with entrepreneurial intentions (EI) and intrapreneurial intentions (II). In both domains, altruism was associated with II. Empathy and interest were related to EI in engineering students, distinct from their business counterparts, whereas open-mindedness and interest correlated with II. These differences emphasize the need for distinct educational strategies to prepare both business and engineering students for their entrepreneurial paths.
Factors Influencing Adult Full Day Ski Ticket Prices in the U.S.
(2013-03) Lair, Abigail; Kwapisz, Agnieszka
Skiing is a popular past time, not only in Montana, but all across the U.S. However, the ski resorts differ widely in their ticket prices and characteristics they offer. The main objective of my research is to identify factors that influence the price of adult ski tickets at resorts across the U.S. My study will be based off of a large sample of ski resorts found via the website skicentral.com which list the 325 ski resorts in the United States. Analysis of this data will be performed using a multiple step regression model. Research will be executed to discover the relationship between adult ticket prices and factors that affect the quality of ski resorts. A model will include the following independent variables: ski area, the number of ski trails, and the number of different types of lifts, age of the ski area, annual snow fall, vertical rise of the resort, number of trails, number of lifts, percent of high-speed chair lifts and gondolas, and presence of a terrain park. Additionally, the impact of the population of the nearest town and the proximity to other ski areas as measure of the competition will be examined. Analysis of these variables will show their effect on lift ticket prices. Other variables will include: if the resort has base lodging, a terrain park, ski lessons, race programs, and rentals. Some ski areas have a dual resort option and the effect of this variable on the ticket price will be examined.
Factors Influencing Student Retention in Higher Education
(2013-03) Metcalf, Hunter; Kwapisz, Agnieszka
Universities are in constant search of increasing student success. Measures include the retention rates and graduation rates of their student body. These rates vary significantly across universities. For example, the retention rates can be as low as 54% to as high as 98%. Little has been done to determine exactly what steps to perform in order to do so. This study attempted to determine factors that significantly influence the retention rates of full-time students and the graduation rates within 4 and 6 years. Moreover, we analyzed 4-year graduation rates by gender. Sample data on 400 universities were collected from the top 650 best U.S. undergraduate institutions as ranked by the Forbes Magazine. By examining a wide range of variables we were able to explain roughly 80 and 90 percent of the variation in retention and graduation rates. In this study, we use aggregate data (such as an average student to faculty ratio, average students’ SAT scores, or average faculty salary) rather than individual student factors. This highlights the difference between our study and previous studies. Results were analyzed to indicate several factors of significant influence that are elaborated upon and explained in depth in the research.
What do female and male entrepreneurs value in business accelerators?
(Emerald, 2021-09) Kwapisz, Agnieszka
Purpose. Business accelerators facilitate new venture creation, and most research on the subject focuses on the performance of accelerated ventures. This paper aims to understand what entrepreneurs value in business accelerators and how this differs for women- and men-led ventures. The authors suggest that venture growth stage may play a mediating role in these relationships. Design/methodology/approach. The authors use the resource-based view perspective to develop models of women- and men-led ventures’ valuation for business accelerator services. They also draw upon a database of 2,000 US entrepreneurs. Findings. The authors found that, compared to men, women entrepreneurs place greater value on knowledge transfer benefits (i.e. business skills education) but lower value on networking benefits offered by accelerators. However, there are no significant differences in the valuations for these services between genders for high-growth ventures. Additionally, compared to men, women leading high-growth ventures place greater value on access to potential investors or funders. Practical implications. This research serves as a practical guide for accelerator administrators and marketers who seek to adjust their business support offerings based on the value placed for the services by different populations of entrepreneurs. Originality/value. The authors provide a business accelerator user’s perspective and highlight differences in valuation of accelerator services by women- and men-led ventures at different stages of venture growth.
Women don't ask: an investigation of start-up financing and gender
(2018-06) Kwapisz, Agnieszka; Hechavarría, Diana M.
Are women less likely to ask for help financing their businesses? This study investigates whether gender is a factor that impacts the propensity to ask for financing among nascent entrepreneurs. We also investigate if start-up helpers, who do not have an ownership share, have an impact on the likelihood of asking for financing, specifically between men and women. Our findings suggest that being female significantly decreases the probability of asking for financing and the presence of start-up helpers significantly increases the incidence of asking for financing in the nascent stage. In addition, among those who created new firms or were still in the start-up process, the number of start-up helpers exponentially increased the incidence of asking for financing among female founders. We use the Panel Study of Entrepreneurial Dynamics II data, the largest, nationally representative, and longitudinal database on nascent entrepreneurs for the United States.