Conference Objectives
- Examine the evolving role of women in C-suite and board-level decision-making across diverse industries worldwide
- Critically assess structural barriers, bias frameworks, and organizational cultures that continue to impede women’s career advancement
- Showcase current empirical research on gender-responsive entrepreneurship, investment access, and venture growth
- Encourage cross-sector collaboration among policymakers, academics, and corporate leaders to co-design inclusive workplace frameworks
- Highlight mentorship ecosystems, sponsorship models, and peer networks that accelerate women’s leadership trajectories
- Celebrate a decade of conference impact by charting measurable progress and setting an ambitious agenda for the next ten years of gender equity in business
Who Should Attend
Board directors, HR directors, policy advisors and faculty researchers will find sessions relevant to their work here.
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in gender studies, business management, and organizational behavior
- Senior corporate executives and board directors committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Women entrepreneurs and startup founders seeking networks, funding insights, and global market perspectives
- HR directors and talent development professionals designing gender-inclusive workplace policies
- Government officials and policy advisors working on legislation affecting women in the workforce
- NGO representatives and advocates driving community-level economic empowerment for women
- Graduate students and early-career professionals exploring leadership pathways and research opportunities in the field
Select Ticket Type
Whether you are joining us as a presenter sharing new research or as a delegate eager to engage with the global conversation on women’s leadership, the 2026 Ajax conference offers a thoughtfully structured range of registration options to suit your participation goals and budget. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the amount you see at checkout is precisely what you pay, with no hidden fees or surprises at the final step. We invite you to review the available tiers and select the ticket type that best aligns with your professional needs.
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 registration for the 10th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Ajax, Canada, accepted participants and presenters may formally request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This document confirms your registration status, the dates and venue of the event, and your role as an attendee or presenter, providing the official documentation many institutions and funding bodies require to authorize travel and professional development expenditures.
Invitation letters are issued exclusively to individuals who have finalized their conference registration and, where applicable, received notification of paper or abstract acceptance from the review committee. Requests should be submitted through the designated portal on the conference website, accompanied by your registration confirmation number and your full name and address. The secretariat typically processes requests within three to five business days of receiving a complete application.
Please be advised that the conference invitation letter is provided solely as evidence of your acceptance and registration at the event and is intended to support your visa or travel authorization application process. The issuance of this letter does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada, as all immigration decisions rest entirely with the relevant government authorities and border agencies. Applicants are strongly encouraged to begin the visa application process well in advance of the conference dates and to consult the official website of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada for 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 – 10th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
The organizing committee warmly invites original submissions from researchers, practitioners, and experts whose work advances our understanding of women’s roles in business, leadership, and entrepreneurship. This 10th edition particularly welcomes interdisciplinary perspectives, longitudinal studies, and policy-focused papers that translate scholarly insight into actionable change for organizations and communities globally.
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 10th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Women Entrepreneurs and Business Scaling, Leadership Development and Career Readiness or Women-Owned Business Strategy.
| 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 full papers and extended abstracts submitted to the 10th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergo a double-blind peer review process, with each submission evaluated by reviewers in the field. Reviewers assess contributions on the basis of scholarly originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and clarity of argument, ensuring that accepted work upholds the highest standards of academic integrity.
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 honored with a prestigious, personalized certificate of excellence formally presented at the closing session in Ajax, providing lasting recognition of their outstanding scholarly contribution to the field of women in business and leadership
- Each Best Paper Award winner will receive complimentary featured placement in the conference’s post-event communications and social media highlights, amplifying the reach and visibility of their research to the conference’s extensive international academic and professional network
10th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership – October 14, 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 |
Day 3, optional City Tour (subject to availability). Participants wishing to join must confirm in advance, as an additional fee applies. To book, please contact the organizing committee.
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 10th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is an intentionally multidisciplinary forum; submissions and presentations may draw from management science, sociology, economics, public policy, psychology, law, and related disciplines, and the inclusion of a paper in the program does not constitute endorsement of any specific methodology, theoretical stance, or policy position by the organizing committee or affiliated institutions.
- Successful registration and payment of the conference fee confirms a participant’s place within the general conference program and grants access to scheduled sessions, networking events, and digital proceedings; however, confirmed registration does not guarantee acceptance of any submitted abstract or paper, and the two processes — registration and paper review — are governed by separate and independent procedures.
- The conference program is subject to revision; specific session times, room assignments, and speaker slots may be adjusted by the organizing committee in response to logistical requirements, speaker availability, or unforeseen circumstances, and attendees are advised to monitor the official conference website and registered-participant communications for the most current schedule information.