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This research has analyzed the dynamics of collaborative practices towards the creation of an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem (EE), in the light of the theory of Knowledge-Based Development, by applying the Capital System. The qualitative method was adopted, with a process approach. The data were collected through semi-structured interviews, observation, and document analysis; and analyzed by narrative, temporal bracketing, and visual maps. We identified four phases that occurred for the creation of the ecosystem. For each of them, the knowledge capitals involved were pointed out, as well as the relationship dynamics between them. It was also shown how different actors have contributed to this process. As a theoretical contribution, the research advances in the application and understanding of CS and proposing a Dynamic Model for the formation of entrepreneurial ecosystems. Furthermore, it allowed the identification of a specific attribute to the Agent Capital, the leaderships, which are fundamental for the dynamics to happen. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The innovation literature is growing rapidly and one of the of the main concerns is about the contexts that encourage and strengthen the results of innovation. Researches on innovation environments are still in its early stages. This paper sheds light on the process of fostering and developing an innovation ecosystem in cities with the perspective of institutional work, considering the need to institutionalize the collaboration. The method used was a multiple cases study, in a descriptive and processual approach. The study was conducted in two cities in Latin America: Porto Alegre and Florianopolis. The findings are that there is a logic in the process of institutionalization of collaboration that reflects on the development of the innovation ecosystem, which occurs in three phases involving three groups of actors: leaders, support and community. Understanding this process can help other cities or regions to promote their own innovation ecosystems. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]