Conference Objectives
- Examine the structural and cultural forces that continue to shape and constrain women’s ascent into senior leadership roles across global industries
- Spotlight new research on gender equity in corporate governance, boardroom representation, and executive pay parity
- Facilitate candid cross-sector dialogue on mentorship ecosystems, sponsorship gaps, and the role of male allyship in driving sustainable change
- Explore entrepreneurial pathways forged by women-led startups and the investment landscapes that support or impede their growth
- Investigate intersectionality in leadership, addressing how race, culture, age, and geography compound the challenges faced by women in business
- Translate conference insights into concrete policy recommendations and organizational strategies that participants can implement upon returning to their workplaces
Who Should Attend
Researchers, executives building inclusive cultures, founders of women-led ventures and non-profit leaders are all welcome here.
- Senior corporate executives and C-suite leaders championing gender-inclusive workplace cultures
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in gender studies, business management, or organizational behavior
- Entrepreneurs and founders of women-led ventures seeking visibility, investment connections, and growth strategies
- Human resources directors and diversity, equity, and inclusion officers driving institutional change
- Government officials and policymakers working on labor rights, economic empowerment, and gender legislation
- Non-profit leaders and advocates focused on women’s economic participation and career development programs
- Graduate students and emerging professionals building expertise at the intersection of gender and business leadership
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 6th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Ajax, 2026, is available through a tiered set of ticket options designed to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students alike. Each category has been priced to reflect the needs and resources of different attendee groups, and all listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so no hidden charges will appear at checkout. We encourage you to review the options carefully and select the ticket type that best aligns with your participation goals and professional context.
Registration Fees
- Early Bird Author Registration – US$499 For authors keen on availing a $100 discount on the regular registration fee, early bird registration is recommended.
- Regular Author Registration – US$599 If the early bird deadline has been missed, authors can opt for the regular registration process.
- Listener Registration – US$499 Individuals interested in attending the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as listeners.
What Registration Includes
- Admission to the conference sessions
- Conference materials
- Presentation opportunity for eligible authors and speakers
- Certificate of participation or presentation for eligible registered participants
- Networking access
- Conference photo session
- Official registration confirmation
- Invitation letter support for eligible registered participants
- Refreshments or meal items as confirmed in the final venue package
Invitation Letter Support
To support participants who require documentation for travel planning, the organizing committee of the 6th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership offers official invitation letters to registered attendees and accepted paper presenters. These letters are issued on conference letterhead and confirm your participation status, the event dates, and the Ajax, Canada venue, providing the formal evidence often requested by travel authorities and institutional finance departments for reimbursement or leave approval.
Requests for invitation letters should be submitted through the official conference registration portal after completing full registration and, where applicable, after receiving notification of paper acceptance. The conference secretariat aims to process and dispatch invitation letters promptly so that participants have adequate time to make travel and accommodation arrangements for the 2026 edition.
Please be advised that an invitation letter issued by the conference organizing committee is provided solely as a courtesy document to facilitate your travel preparation and does not constitute a guarantee of visa approval or entry into Canada. Visa decisions rest entirely with the relevant immigration and consular authorities, and applicants are strongly encouraged to initiate their visa applications well in advance and to consult the official website of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada for the most current requirements.
Before You Register
- Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another person. If your visa is refused, you get 50% off one new registration for a later edition in your name.
- Your invitation letter is emailed within 3 to 5 business days after your payment is verified.
- You arrange your own visa, travel and accommodation.
Call for Papers – 6th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
Scholars, practitioners, and experts are warmly invited to submit original contributions that push the boundaries of knowledge on women in business and leadership for the 2026 Ajax edition. We welcome empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, case analyses, and practice-based insights that speak to the conference’s multidisciplinary mission.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Ajax, Canada.
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Paper and Abstract Submission
Authors are invited to submit abstracts, research papers, case studies, review papers or professional practice presentations.
All submissions are reviewed before acceptance. Submitted work should be original and not previously published.
For the 6th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Gender-Responsive Management Practices, Women-Led Innovation and Product Development or Organizational Change for Gender Equity.
| Submission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Abstract | A concise summary of the research, case study or presentation topic |
| Full Paper | A complete academic or professional paper |
| Case Study | A practical business, management or economic case analysis |
| Review Paper | A literature-based research or industry review |
| Professional Presentation | A practice-based presentation from professional experience |
Submission Guidelines
- Submissions must be written in English.
- Submissions must be original and relevant to the conference theme.
- Abstracts should clearly describe the purpose, method, findings and relevance of the work.
- Full papers should normally be between 4 and 12 pages.
- Authors must complete registration after acceptance to confirm participation.
Peer Review Details
Every manuscript submitted to the 6th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is evaluated through a structured double-blind peer review process, ensuring that the identities of both authors and reviewers remain confidential throughout assessment. Submissions are judged by expert reviewers in the field, with decisions based on originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and clarity of contribution.
To know more about our peer review details, visit here.
Submission Form
Note: If you are interested in participating as an author, you must submit your paper through the Author Paper Submission Form before completing the payment and registration.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will be honored with presented at the closing session, along with a featured highlight of their work in the official conference newsletter distributed to the entire international attendee and subscriber network
- Award-winning authors will receive a formal letter of recognition from the conference chair and will be given priority consideration for an expedited peer review pathway in the conference’s affiliated academic journal, offering their research an accelerated route to wider scholarly publication
6th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership – September 12, 2026 – Ajax, Canada
[Registration starts 9 AM, Gate closes 9:30 AM]
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Registration and networking |
| 10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | Opening remarks |
| 10:20 AM – 11:00 AM | Keynote session |
| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Technical Session 1 |
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch break |
| 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Technical Session 2 |
| 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Coffee break |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Panel discussion and audience Q&A |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Certificate distribution and photo session |
| 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking session |
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: [email protected]
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Conference Terms
- Name or spelling changes to an issued invitation letter cost US$50.
- A notarized invitation letter is an optional extra service (US$100), sent within 10 business days after payment. It supports a visa application but does not guarantee approval.
Terms and ConditionsRefund PolicyNotarized Invitation Letter
Disclaimer
- The 6th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes contributions spanning business administration, management science, gender studies, public policy, entrepreneurship, economics, and related fields — presenters and attendees from all disciplines addressing the conference themes are encouraged to participate.
- Completion of the registration process and receipt of a confirmation email constitute the sole verified proof of attendance registration; the organizing committee cannot be held responsible for travel, accommodation, or professional commitments made in the absence of such written confirmation.
- The conference program comprises multiple concurrent and plenary sessions scheduled across the event dates; registered participants are responsible for reviewing the published agenda and note that registration does not guarantee access to every individual session, workshop, or special event, some of which may have separate capacity limits or enrollment requirements.