Browsing by Author "Hassay, Derek"

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    Consumer perception and acceptance of GM food
    (2005) Barghshoon, Sami; Hassay, Derek
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    Critical Success Factors for Nonprofit Organizations Starting Social Enterprises
    (2013-08-30) Andres, Jill; Hassay, Derek
    Increasing numbers of nonprofit organizations are launching social enterprises as a way to further their mission and generate revenue, yet there is little understanding of what factors lead some nonprofit organizations to experience social enterprise success while others fail in their efforts. Using a qualitative method and key informant interviews, this study sought to identify patterns of success across social enterprise initiatives from the perspective of five executive directors of nonprofit organizations that were operating or had previously operated one or more social enterprises, seven managers of social enterprises, and four funders of multiple social enterprises. The findings that emerged from these interviews offer insight into factors that contribute to a nonprofit organization’s ability to launch and sustain a successful social enterprise. The implications of the study are discussed with respect to the field of social enterprise, the role of government and funders, as well as nonprofit organizations that are considering the launch of a social enterprise.
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    The North American Youth Club Sport Phenomena: An Investigation of Club Marketing Practice
    (2013-05-01) Riker-Fox, John Joshua; Hassay, Derek
    Organized youth sport is purposeful sport participation integrating a systematic schedule, directed by adults, and requiring substantial commitment (Kjønniksen, Anderssen, & Wold, 2009). Club sport enables competitive experience through team membership, promoting personal development, healthy behavior, and elite performances. Organized youth sport’s emerging challenge is to attract and retain membership that is well aligned with their club’s and coach’s philosophy, thereby maximizing the pleasure in, and length of their participation. Attrition remains a persistent challenge reflecting the internal failings of sports clubs (Jakobsson, Lundvall, Redelius, & Engström, 2012). Without a clearly articulated market offering, a club’s purpose is vague, and it fails to attract and retain the desired membership. Through the use of a qualitative methodology this thesis examines the youth club market space to better understand club types and consumer expectations. Emergent themes suggest the need for improved strategic club-athlete alignment in order to enhance the experience for stakeholders.
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    Understanding patient engagement in health system decision-making: a co-designed scoping review
    (2019-04-18) McCarron, Tamara L; Moffat, Karen; Wilkinson, Gloria; Zelinsky, Sandra; Boyd, Jamie M; White, Deborah; Hassay, Derek; Lorenzetti, Diane L; Marlett, Nancy J; Noseworthy, Thomas
    Abstract Background With healthcare striving to shift to a more person-centered delivery model, patient and family involvement must have a bigger role in shaping this. While many initiatives involving patients and family members focus on self-care, a broader understanding of patient participation is necessary. Ensuring a viable and sustainable critical number of qualified patients and family members to support this shift will be of utmost importance. The purpose of this study was to understand how health systems are intentionally investing in the training and skill development of patients and family members. Methods Patient co-investigators and researchers conducted a scoping review of the existing literature on methods adopted by healthcare systems to build the skills and capacity of patients to participate in healthcare decision-making using a recognized methodological framework. Six electronic databases were searched to identify studies. Two independent reviewers screened titles and abstracts and full-text papers for inclusion. The research team independently extracted data. Any disagreements were resolved by achieving consensus through discussion. Quantitative and qualitative content synthesis, as well as a quality assessment, was conducted. Results After eliminating duplicates, the search resulted in 9428 abstracts. Four hundred fifty-eight articles were reviewed and 15 articles were included. Four themes emerged: forums (33%), patient instructors (20%), workshops (33%), and co-design (13%). Four of the identified studies measured the impact and overall effectiveness of the respective programs. Examples of how patient and family members were supported (invested in) included advocacy training to support future involvement in engagement activities, a training program to conduct patient-led research, involvement in an immersive experience-based co-design initiative, and involvement in training pharmacy students. Overall, these studies found positive outcomes when patients and family members were recipients of these opportunities. Conclusions The results of this scoping review demonstrate that an evidence base around programs to advance patient engagement is largely absent. An opportunity exists for further research to identify strategies and measures to support patient engagement in healthcare decision-making.