<span>The integration of an entrepreneur into another organization is considered by many to be a difficult or even impossible task. At the same time entrepreneurs are potentially valuable resources for any organization seeking to gain competitive advantage, enter new markets, or to find effective means to resolve standing managerial issues. One method of successful integration demands smooth meshing of the entrepreneur?s company and its employees into the new organization. We examine conditions for such smooth transition. Two </span><span>significant findings emerge. First specific entrepreneurial skills and capabilities, which allow entrepreneurs to be successful in their new role, are similar to those that apply to any successful manager. Second the acquisition process and selected governance structure impacts the success of the post entrepreneurs in the new organization. The research suggests that by taking a few important steps a new organization may be able to integrate the entrepreneurs and their organizations into a new acquiring firm.Doctorate of Management Programs</span>
