ANN ARBOR, Mich.--Produced by the International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (IASP), Areas of Innovation in a Global World: Concept and Practice is now available for purchase on Amazon. The book features experts from around the world who share insights, criteria for success, and practical experience for managers of areas of innovation. The book includes a chapter authored by Paul Krutko, president and CEO of Ann Arbor SPARK.

“Areas of innovation are communities like Ann Arbor, where the people and organizations that are assets to the economy are working together to create prosperity,” said Krutko. “Our regional economy offers insight on what works, and is a model for other regions to copy. Ann Arbor is leading the way in having created and maintained a successful entrepreneurial ecosystem.”