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Call for Proposals: Presentations, Workshops, and Panel Discussions

As we aim to create a dynamic and engaging program, we invite submissions for presentations, workshops, and panel discussions that address contemporary issues in leadership, business, entrepreneurship, innovation, and related fields.
Proposals may present research findings, conceptual perspectives, case studies, practical experiences, innovative models, entrepreneurial ventures, policy insights, or emerging ideas that contribute to the Forum’s central theme.
We particularly welcome contributions that move beyond conventional approaches and demonstrate how leadership and entrepreneurship can generate innovation, resilience, inclusive growth, and sustainable impact.

Suggested Areas of Interest

Proposals may address, but are not limited to, the following areas:
  • Innovative leadership models and practices.
  • Leading organizations through disruption and uncertainty.
  • Transformational and strategic leadership.
  • Leadership development and the future of work.
  • Inclusive, ethical, and responsible leadership.
  • Building high-performing and innovative teams.
  • Leadership, organizational culture, and change management.
  • Emerging trends in entrepreneurship.
  • Startup development and scaling.
  • Entrepreneurial ecosystems.
  • Opportunity recognition and venture creation.
  • Social and impact entrepreneurship.
  • Women and youth entrepreneurship.
  • Family business and entrepreneurial leadership.
  • Entrepreneurship in emerging and developing economies.
  • Artificial intelligence and business transformation.
  • Digital entrepreneurship.
  • Emerging technologies and new business models.
  • Innovation management.
  • Technology-driven entrepreneurship.
  • Industry disruption and digital platforms.
  • Data-driven decision-making.
  • The future of innovation in a rapidly changing world.
  • Sustainable entrepreneurship
  • ESG and responsible business practices
  • Circular economy and innovative business models
  • Climate innovation and green entrepreneurship
  • Social innovation and community development
  • Business and the Sustainable Development Goals
  • Creating economic value alongside social and environmental impact
  • Innovation as a source of competitive advantage
  • Global entrepreneurship and internationalization
  • Business strategy in uncertain environments
  • Cross-border entrepreneurship
  • Strategic partnerships and collaboration
  • International markets and emerging economies
  • Resilience and adaptability in global business
  • Access to entrepreneurial finance
  • Venture capital and startup investment
  • Alternative financing models
  • Investment in innovation
  • Entrepreneurial financial management
  • Fintech and financial inclusion
  • Building investment-ready ventures
  • Developing entrepreneurial and innovation capabilities.
  • Creativity and problem-solving.
  • Talent management and innovation.
  • Entrepreneurship education.
  • Skills for the future economy.
  • Remote and hybrid work.
  • Human-AI collaboration.
  • Preparing the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs.
  • Government policies supporting entrepreneurship
  • Innovation ecosystems
  • Universities, industry, and government collaboration
  • Regulation and emerging technologies
  • Entrepreneurship and economic development
  • Building inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems
  • Regional and national innovation strategies
  • Future trends shaping business and entrepreneurship
  • Generative AI and the entrepreneurial economy
  • New models of work and enterprise
  • Innovation in emerging industries
  • Business responses to global crises
  • Entrepreneurship for inclusive development
  • Other emerging issues relevant to the Forum theme
A proposal should clearly communicate the purpose, relevance, and potential contribution of the proposed session or presentation.
Depending on the submission category, proposals should generally include:
  • Title of the proposed presentation/session
  • Name(s) of presenter(s)/facilitator(s)
  • Institution/organization and country
  • Professional or academic affiliation
  • Email address and contact information
  • Abstract/proposal summary
  • Key objectives or learning outcomes
  • Main themes, arguments, or issues to be addressed
  • Keywords
  • Preferred proposal category/session format
For individual presentations, an abstract of approximately 250–500 words is recommended.
For workshops, panels, roundtables, and other interactive sessions, proposals should additionally explain the format, intended audience, duration, and expected outcomes.
All proposals will be subject to review by the Forum’s organizing and/or academic review committee. Proposals will be considered based on their relevance to the Forum theme, originality, quality, clarity, practical or academic contribution, and potential value to participants.

Further submission instructions, including the proposal submission platform, presentation guidelines, registration information, and review process, will be provided by the organizing committee.

Proposal Requirements

A proposal should clearly communicate the purpose, relevance, and potential contribution of the proposed session or presentation.

Depending on the submission category, proposals should generally include:

  • Title of the proposed presentation/session
  • Name(s) of presenter(s)/facilitator(s)
  • Institution/organization and country
  • Professional or academic affiliation
  • Email address and contact information
  • Abstract/proposal summary
  • Key objectives or learning outcomes
  • Main themes, arguments, or issues to be addressed
  • Keywords
  • Preferred proposal category/session format

For individual presentations, an abstract of approximately 250–500 words is recommended.

For workshops, panels, roundtables, and other interactive sessions, proposals should additionally explain the format, intended audience, duration, and expected outcomes.

Submission and Review

All proposals will be subject to review by the Forum’s organizing and/or academic review committee. Proposals will be considered based on their relevance to the Forum theme, originality, quality, clarity, practical or academic contribution, and potential value to participants.

Further submission instructions, including the proposal submission platform, presentation guidelines, registration information, and review process, will be provided by the organizing committee.

Abstract Submission Now Open

Proposal Submission

Deadline 5 January 2027

Proposal Submission Notification

Unit 25 February 2027

Important Information for Proposal Submission

Before submitting a proposal, the lead presenter/primary contact must ensure that all co-presenters, co-authors, panelists, or contributors are aware of and agree to the submitted proposal and the GLFBE 2027 submission terms and conditions.

Proposals must be submitted by the announced submission deadline. Late submissions will not be considered unless an extension is officially announced by the organizing committee.

Submission of a proposal does not guarantee acceptance. All proposals will be subject to review and selection by the GLFBE 2027 Organizing and/or Review Committee. The committee's decision will be final.

Acceptance of a proposal does not include travel, accommodation, registration fees, visa costs, or any other expenses associated with participation in the Forum. All such costs are the responsibility of the presenter(s), unless otherwise stated by the organizers.

Acceptance of a proposal does not automatically constitute registration for the Forum. Accepted presenters must complete their registration and payment by the deadline specified in their acceptance notification in order to participate in the Forum and have their contribution included in the official program.

Presenters are expected to participate in their assigned session and comply with the Forum's presentation requirements and deadlines. Failure to register or participate may result in the withdrawal of the contribution from the final program.

By submitting a proposal, the lead presenter confirms that the information provided is accurate and that all listed contributors have given their consent to the submission.

The organizing committee reserves the right to accept, decline, request revisions, or recommend an alternative presentation format where appropriate.

Please ensure that you carefully review the Proposal Requirements and Submission Guidelines before submitting your contribution.

Submission Method

All proposals must be submitted through the official GLFBE 2027 online submission portal.

Online submission Portal