Apologies for cross postings. This is a reminder that abstracts for the 23rd Annual ACERE Conference (Australasian Consortium for Entrepreneurial Research Consortium) are due in a week's time – 15 September. ACERE 2026 will be hosted by The University of Sydney February 10-13, 2026.
Please find the detailed Call for Papers (1,000 words) and submission guidelines attached to this email – or view on our website here. More information about the conference below.
ACERE 2026 10-13 February, Sydney – Call for Papers is Now Open!
Five Great Reasons for Joining us for ACERE 2026
1. ACERE prides itself on being a highly developmental conference – with paper sessions, paper development workshops, doctoral consortium, educators form and industry forum. We have something for everyone.
2. Interact intimately with world class scholars, including confirmed keynotes Erkko Autio and Michael Lounsbury.
3. Interact with a truly international community of scholars, with more than 50% of delegates international.
4. ACERE is a fun and friendly conference – just ask us 😊
5. It's in Australia in (our) summer – escape that northern winter!
Conference Details:
Dates: February 10-13, 2026
Venue: The University of Sydney
Important Dates:
Abstract Submission Deadline: September 15, 2025
Notification of Acceptance: Mid-October 2025
Full paper Submission (optional): November 15, 2025
Notification of Acceptance for Competitive Paper Session: Mid-December 2025
Conference Dates: February 10-13, 2026
2-Stage Submission Process:
ACERE has a two-stage submission process:
1. Submission and review of 1,000 word Abstract: acceptance for conference presentation
2. Submission and review of Full Paper (Optional): acceptance for competitive paper presentation (alternatively, assigned to interactive paper session).
Abstract Submission Process (Stage 1):
Please submit your abstract through our conference submission portal.
For more information and submission guidelines, please visit our website or contact the organising committee at info@acereconference.com
Join us at ACERE 2026 to share your research, network with leading scholars, and contribute to advancing entrepreneurship and innovation. We look forward to seeing you in Sydney!
Conference Highlights
Pre- and post-conference:
· Doctoral Consortium: A dedicated program for doctoral students to engage with leading experts, receive feedback on their research and enhance their academic and professional development.
· Educators' Forum: A platform for educators to share innovative teaching approaches, discuss pedagogical challenges, and exchange best practices in entrepreneurship education.
· Paper Development Workshops (PDWs): In collaboration with leading journals in entrepreneurship, these workshops will provide researchers with valuable insights into publishing in prestigious academic journals. PDWs offer guidance on research methodologies, theoretical frameworks, and best practices in scholarly writing.
· Industry Forum: This platform provides industry professionals, entrepreneurs, and policymakers a unique opportunity to share their experiences, insights, and perspectives on entrepreneurship.
Academic Conference:
· Paper Presentations: Engaging sessions where researchers present their papers, receive peer feedback, and engage in meaningful discussions to enhance their work.
· Keynote Presentations. Notable thought leaders in our field or adjacent fields, with confirmed prestigious speakers Erkko Autio and Michael Lounsbury.
· Panel Discussions: Engage with leading scholars and practitioners in discussions around exciting emerging or cutting-edge topics.
· Best Paper Awards: Recognition and celebration of outstanding research contributions in various categories, highlighting exceptional scholarly work within entrepreneurship.
· Social Events: Networking opportunities and social gatherings that facilitate meaningful connections, collaborations, and the building of lasting relationships among conference participants.
We are looking forward to receiving your valuable contributions.
Sincerely,
ACERE 2026 Co-Chairs
Paul Steffens
Professor of Entrepreneurship,
Director, Entrepreneurship, Commercialisation and Innovation Centre,
The University of Adelaide
President, ACERE
Krithika Randhawa
Associate Professor & ARC Research Fellow
Discipline of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The University of Sydney Business School
Llewellyn Thomas
Associate Professor & ARC Research Fellow
Discipline of Strategy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
The University of Sydney Business School
Paul Steffens | Director, Entrepreneurship, Commercialisation & Innovation Centre | Professor of Entrepreneurship | Adelaide Business School
President, ACERE (Australasian Consortium for Entrerepneurship Research Excellence) https://acereconference.com/
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