Conference Objectives
- Investigate how adaptive leadership models respond to rapid technological and geopolitical disruption across global organizations
- Examine the psychological and cultural underpinnings that either accelerate or obstruct large-scale organizational change initiatives
- Bridge the gap between academic change management theory and the lived realities of executive decision-making under uncertainty
- Showcase current research on distributed leadership, shared governance, and collective accountability in modern enterprises
- Encourage transdisciplinary collaboration that connects leadership studies with behavioral economics, systems thinking, and organizational psychology
- Identify emerging competencies that next-generation leaders must cultivate to guide institutions through continuous transformation
Who Should Attend
Attendees include chief executives, change consultants, leadership researchers, and human resources directors.
- Chief executives and C-suite leaders navigating enterprise-wide transformation programs
- Organizational development consultants and change management practitioners
- Academic researchers specializing in leadership theory, behavior, and organizational studies
- Human resources directors and talent strategy professionals driving culture change
- MBA faculty and business school educators shaping the next generation of leaders
- Policy makers and public sector administrators overseeing institutional reform
- Executive coaches and leadership development program designers
Select Ticket Type
The 22nd International Conference on Leadership and Change Management offers a range of registration packages thoughtfully designed to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students at different stages of their careers and with varying access needs. Whether you are joining us in Pickering for the full conference experience or participating remotely, there is an option suited to your engagement goals. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so there are no surprise charges at checkout.
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 completing your registration for the 22nd International Conference on Leadership and Change Management in Pickering, Canada, you may formally request an official invitation letter to support your travel arrangements, visa documentation, or institutional approval processes. This letter is issued exclusively to registered participants and confirms your acceptance and enrollment status within the conference program.
The invitation letter will include your full name, institutional affiliation, the conference dates, and venue details in Pickering, along with the official conference title and organizing body information. Requests are typically processed within three to five business days of confirmed registration and payment, and the document will be delivered electronically in a format suitable for submission to consular or employer authorities.
Please note that while we are pleased to provide this official documentation to support your application, the issuance of an invitation letter by the conference organizers does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. All visa decisions rest solely with the relevant immigration and consular authorities, and delegates are strongly encouraged to initiate their applications well in advance of the conference dates.
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 – 22nd International Conference on Leadership and Change Management
The 22nd edition invites original scholarly contributions that interrogate the evolving frontiers of leadership and change management in complex, high-stakes environments. Researchers, practitioners, and interdisciplinary collaborators are encouraged to submit work that challenges prevailing assumptions and advances the field with empirical rigor or innovative theoretical framing.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Pickering, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Transformational versus transactional leadership outcomes
- Change resistance and organizational resilience
- Distributed leadership in hybrid workplaces
- Servant leadership and stakeholder value creation
- Leading digital transformation initiatives
- Change management in post-merger integration
- Inclusive leadership and DEI-driven change
- Authentic leadership identity under pressure
- Agile organizational structures and governance
- Leadership succession planning and continuity
- Psychological safety and change readiness
- Measuring ROI of leadership development programs
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 22nd edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Servant leadership and stakeholder value creation, Authentic leadership identity under pressure or Agile organizational structures and governance.
| 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
All submitted abstracts and full papers undergo a double-blind peer review process conducted by senior academics and experienced practitioners in leadership studies and change management. Reviewers evaluate submissions on the basis of originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and potential contribution to advancing the field.
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 receive an official certificate of excellence and a complimentary full registration to the following edition of the International Conference on Leadership and Change Management, recognizing their outstanding scholarly contribution to the field.
- Award-winning papers are featured prominently in the official conference proceedings and brought to the attention of the editorial boards of affiliated academic journals, significantly amplifying the author’s visibility and impact within the global leadership and change management research community.
22nd International Conference on Leadership and Change Management – June 25, 2027 – Pickering, 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 22nd International Conference on Leadership and Change Management welcomes scholars and professionals from all disciplines; while the program is centered on leadership and organizational change, contributions that draw on adjacent fields such as psychology, sociology, economics, or public policy are encouraged where they meaningfully intersect with the core themes.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; registrants are responsible for securing all necessary travel documents, visas, and accommodations, and the organizers bear no liability for circumstances preventing attendance.
- Session schedules, speaker assignments, and room allocations are subject to change at the discretion of the program committee; delegates are advised to monitor official communications and the conference website for the most current agenda, as attendance at specific sessions cannot be guaranteed in advance.