Conference Objectives
- Examine structural and cultural barriers that continue to limit women’s advancement into senior executive and board-level roles across diverse industries
- Showcase current empirical research on gender equity in entrepreneurship, venture capital access, and innovation ecosystems
- Facilitate cross-sector dialogue between academics, corporate leaders, policymakers, and grassroots advocates to co-create actionable equity frameworks
- Investigate the intersectional dimensions of leadership, exploring how race, nationality, disability, and socioeconomic background compound gender-related challenges
- Highlight organizational practices, including mentorship architectures, pay-transparency initiatives, and inclusive promotion pipelines, that have demonstrated measurable impact
- Inspire the next generation of women leaders by connecting emerging scholars and early-career professionals with experienced leaders and role models
Who Should Attend
The audience includes faculty researchers, senior executives, startup founders and graduate students sharing their research.
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in gender studies, organizational behavior, management, and business ethics
- C-suite executives and senior corporate leaders committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within their organizations
- Women entrepreneurs and startup founders seeking research-backed strategies and international networking opportunities
- Human resources directors and talent development professionals designing more equitable workplace policies
- Government officials, public sector administrators, and policymakers working on gender equity legislation and labor reform
- Non-governmental organization leaders and social impact advocates championing women’s economic empowerment globally
- Graduate students and early-career professionals entering leadership fields who wish to present research and build global connections
Select Ticket Type
Whether you are joining us as a presenter sharing your latest findings or as a delegate eager to absorb a full program of inspiring research and networking, the 15th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership offers registration tiers crafted to suit every professional context. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is precisely what you pay, with no surprises at checkout. Browse the options below, select the ticket type that best reflects your goals for Richmond Hill 2026, and secure your place at this gathering.
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
Upon successful registration, the conference secretariat can issue an official invitation letter on conference letterhead to support your travel planning and institutional approval processes. This document confirms your participation status, the event dates, and the Richmond Hill venue details, providing the formal documentation often required by universities, employers, or funding bodies when requesting travel authorization or grant reimbursements.
To request your invitation letter, please ensure your registration payment has been completed and your submission or attendance record is confirmed in our system. Requests are typically processed within three to five business days, and the letter will be delivered directly to your registered email address in PDF format, suitable for submission to any institution or embassy.
Please note that while the conference invitation letter is a legitimate and official document attesting to your registration, it is provided solely as a courtesy to assist with your administrative requirements. The issuance of this letter does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada, as all immigration decisions rest entirely with the Canadian immigration authorities and are subject to their independent review processes.
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 – 15th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
Researchers, practitioners, and experts are invited to submit their original work to the 15th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Richmond Hill, 2026. We welcome full papers, work-in-progress studies, and case analyses that advance our collective understanding of women’s roles, rights, and leadership potential in contemporary business environments.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Richmond Hill, 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 15th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Board Diversity and Executive Representation, Women’s Economic Empowerment or Work-Life Integration and Leadership Sustainability.
| 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 full paper and extended abstract submitted to the 15th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by subject-matter experts spanning academia, industry, and policy. This process ensures that accepted contributions meet the highest standards of scholarly integrity, methodological soundness, and relevance to advancing women’s leadership and business equity worldwide.
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:
- Recipients of the Best Paper Award will be recognized at the closing session and will receive a personalized certificate of excellence along with prominent feature placement in the official conference proceedings and communications distributed to the global attendee network.
- Winning authors will be extended a formal invitation to submit an expanded version of their awarded paper for expedited peer review in a designated partner journal, offering an accelerated pathway to high-visibility publication and amplified scholarly impact within the women-in-leadership research community.
15th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership – November 20, 2026 – Richmond Hill, 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.
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Disclaimer
- The 15th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership embraces a multidisciplinary ethos, welcoming scholarly and professional contributions from fields including management, sociology, law, public policy, economics, psychology, and beyond — authors and attendees from adjacent disciplines are strongly encouraged to participate.
- Confirmed registration and payment secure your place at the event; however, the conference reserves the right to modify session formats, speaker lineups, or scheduling due to unforeseen operational or logistical circumstances, and registered participants will be promptly notified of any material changes.
- While all registered attendees are encouraged to engage fully with the conference program, the organizers do not mandate attendance at every session, and participants are responsible for managing their own schedules; certificates of attendance will reflect verified participation as recorded through official check-in procedures.