Which economist first associated the "risk bearing" activity in the economy with the entrepreneur?

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Richard Cantillon is considered the first economist to associate the concept of risk bearing activity in the economy with the entrepreneur. In his book, Essai sur la Nature du Commerce en Général (Essay on the Nature of Trade in General), published in 1755, Cantillon argued that entrepreneurs take on the risk of uncertain market conditions and earn profits by successfully predicting market opportunities.

Which Economist First Associated the "Risk Bearing" Activity in the Economy