Conference Objectives
- Examine the structural and cultural barriers still preventing women from reaching senior executive and board-level positions globally
- Showcase current research on gender-responsive leadership styles and their measurable impact on organizational performance
- Forge cross-sector partnerships between academia, industry, government, and civil society to co-design scalable equity initiatives
- Elevate the voices of women entrepreneurs navigating funding gaps, market biases, and growth challenges in competitive landscapes
- Investigate intersectionality: how race, ethnicity, disability, and socioeconomic background compound gender disparities in the workplace
- Translate conference insights into actionable policy recommendations that governments and corporations can adopt to accelerate systemic change
Who Should Attend
You will meet executives, doctoral scholars, policymakers, and women founders working on workplace gender equity.
- Senior executives and C-suite leaders championing workplace gender equity within their organizations
- Academic researchers and doctoral scholars publishing in gender studies, management, and organizational behavior
- Policy makers and government officials designing gender-responsive labor and business legislation
- Women entrepreneurs and startup founders seeking funding insights, mentorship connections, and growth strategies
- Human resources directors and diversity, equity, and inclusion practitioners implementing organizational change programs
- Non-profit leaders and advocacy organizations working to advance women’s economic empowerment worldwide
- Graduate students and early-career professionals building foundational knowledge in women’s leadership development
Select Ticket Type
Whether you are joining us as a presenter, a practitioner, or an engaged delegate eager to absorb the latest thinking on women’s leadership, the 46th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership offers a range of registration tiers thoughtfully designed to suit different professional contexts and institutional budgets. We encourage all participants to review the available options and select the package that best aligns with their conference goals and planned level of engagement. All listed registration prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, ensuring complete pricing transparency from the moment you register.
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 for the 46th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership, delegates may request an official invitation letter to support travel arrangements, leave applications, or institutional funding approvals. This document is issued by the conference organizing committee and confirms your accepted participation status, presentation role where applicable, and the event dates and location in Oakville, Canada.
To receive your invitation letter promptly, please ensure that your registration payment has been completed and that any paper acceptance or attendee confirmation has been formally communicated to you. Requests submitted with complete delegate information are typically processed within three to five business days, and the letter will be delivered to the email address provided during registration.
It is important to note that the issuance of an official conference invitation letter does not guarantee the approval of a visa or entry permit to Canada. Visa decisions rest entirely with the relevant immigration authorities of the applicant’s country and the Government of Canada. Delegates requiring a visa are strongly encouraged to begin the application process well in advance of the conference date and to consult their nearest Canadian embassy or consulate for guidance.
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 – 46th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
The 46th edition invites scholars, practitioners, and experts to submit original contributions that advance our collective understanding of women’s roles, challenges, and achievements in business and leadership contexts. We welcome empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, case analyses, and policy-oriented papers that push the boundaries of this evolving field.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Oakville, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Gender pay gap and wage equity
- Women on corporate boards
- Female entrepreneurship and venture funding
- Intersectionality in workplace leadership
- Mentorship and sponsorship programs
- Work-life integration and parental policies
- Women in STEM leadership pipelines
- Gender-responsive organizational culture
- Leadership identity and self-efficacy
- Women in global supply chains
- Political participation and women executives
- Digital entrepreneurship and women innovators
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 46th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Intersectionality in workplace leadership, Women in global supply chains or Digital entrepreneurship and women innovators.
| 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 submission received for the 46th edition undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by subject-matter experts drawn from academia and professional practice in gender studies, business management, and leadership research. Reviewers evaluate each manuscript on originality, methodological soundness, clarity of argument, and contribution to advancing knowledge on women in business and leadership.
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 a certificate of distinction and prominent recognition across all official conference publications, digital platforms, and post-event communications reaching the global network of delegates and institutional partners.
- Award-winning authors will receive a complimentary featured submission opportunity to a designated affiliated peer-reviewed journal, offering an accelerated pathway to broader academic dissemination and citation impact within the women in business and leadership research community.
46th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership – July 15, 2027 – Oakville, 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 46th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary gathering; accepted contributions may draw from management science, sociology, public policy, economics, psychology, and related fields, reflecting the inherently cross-disciplinary nature of gender and leadership scholarship.
- Possession of a valid registration confirmation does not constitute guaranteed physical attendance at the event; delegates are responsible for independently arranging travel, accommodation, and any requisite entry documentation in a timely manner prior to the conference.
- The conference program comprises multiple parallel tracks and concurrent sessions; registered attendees are welcome to participate in any open session during the event, though seating capacity may vary by room and high-demand sessions are subject to occupancy limitations.