This document provides an overview of entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship. It begins with defining the etymology of the term "entrepreneur" dating back to the 13th century French verb "entreprendre." It then discusses key economists like Jean Baptiste Say, Richard Cantillon, John Stuart Mill, and Joseph Schumpeter who further developed the concept. The document defines a simple meaning of an entrepreneur as someone who initiates a venture while taking on financial risks and innovating. It lists several reasons for the importance of entrepreneurship such as job creation, innovation, community development, and economic growth. Overall, the summary provides a high-level view of the history and definitions of entrepreneurship as well as its significance.