In business it's often thought that a person is either an entrepreneur or works for one. Entrepreneurs can be credited throughout history with products and technologies that have changed the face of business and helped shape the world. However, start-ups aren't responsible for everything new on the market, there are many intrapreneurs working under the umbrella of existing companies that bring .
about change.
An entrepreneur takes an idea and often risks everything trying to bring their idea or product to market. Entrepreneurs take a vision, gather resources and make it happen.
An intrapreneur may have a vision but often lacks the means or no-how to bring it to fruition. Intrapreneurs are hired by corporations or other entrepreneurs to develop new products and services. Working within a company usually allows them some amount of freedom to develop their ideas and also offers them the security and backing they need.
More Reference Links: http://www.forbes.com/sites/onmarketing/2012/05/21/move-over-entrepreneurs-here-come-the-intrapreneurs/ http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/218011
