Conference Objectives
- Examine cutting-edge research on adaptive leadership models designed for volatile, uncertain, and rapidly shifting organizational environments
- Bridge the gap between theoretical change management frameworks and their practical implementation across diverse industries and cultural contexts
- Cultivate a global network of leadership scholars and senior practitioners committed to advancing ethical and sustainable organizational transformation
- Showcase empirical studies, longitudinal case analyses, and mixed-methods research that deepen collective understanding of change resistance and acceptance
- Interrogate the intersection of digital disruption, workforce transformation, and executive decision-making in the modern enterprise
- Empower emerging researchers and early-career professionals by providing mentorship opportunities, collaborative workshops, and high-visibility presentation platforms
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Organizational leadership researchers and tenured academic faculty
- Chief executives, senior directors, and C-suite change champions
- Human resources and organizational development professionals
- Management consultants specializing in corporate transformation
- Doctoral candidates and postgraduate students in leadership studies
- Public sector administrators driving government-level institutional reform
- Executive coaches and leadership development program facilitators
Select Ticket Type
Whether you are attending as a presenting author, a senior executive, or an emerging scholar eager to engage with the global leadership research community, the 18th edition offers a carefully structured range of registration options to match your participation goals and professional context. Each ticket tier is designed to maximize the value you receive from the Pickering conference experience, and all listed prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes. We invite you to review the available options and secure your place at what promises to be a landmark gathering in leadership and change management scholarship.
Select Tickets Type:
Author (Early Bird)
US$499 US$599
Including all taxes
Author (Regular)
US$599
Including all taxes
Listener
US$499
Including all taxes
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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, delegates may request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat to support their travel arrangements and institutional approval processes. The letter will be issued on official conference letterhead and will confirm the delegate’s acceptance, presentation role where applicable, and the dates and location of the event in Pickering, Canada.
Invitation letters are typically processed within three to five business days of receipt of full payment and completed registration details. Delegates are encouraged to submit their requests as early as possible to allow sufficient time for visa applications, travel bookings, and employer authorization procedures ahead of the 2027 conference dates.
Please be advised that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not guarantee the granting of a visa or entry permit by Canadian immigration authorities. Visa approval is solely at the discretion of the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration body, and delegates are responsible for initiating their own visa applications in accordance with the requirements of their home country.
Terms & Conditions
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Disclaimer
- The 18th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes scholarly contributions from adjacent fields including organizational psychology, public administration, strategic management, and behavioral economics, provided submissions engage substantively with leadership or change management themes.
- Successful submission of an abstract or full paper does not constitute confirmed attendance at the conference; delegates must complete the formal registration and payment process to secure their place, receive presentation scheduling, and be included in the official conference program and proceedings.
- While the conference program is designed to offer maximum engagement, attendance at every individual session, workshop, or keynote address cannot be guaranteed for all delegates, as room capacities and scheduling logistics may vary; the organizing committee reserves the right to adjust the program as operationally necessary.
Call for Papers – 18th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management
The 18th edition invites original scholarly contributions that challenge prevailing assumptions and expand the intellectual frontier of leadership and change management research. We welcome submissions spanning conceptual, empirical, and applied dimensions that speak to the urgent realities facing organizations in 2027 and beyond.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Pickering, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
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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.
| 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 rigorous double-blind peer review process conducted by an international panel of subject matter experts in leadership studies and organizational change management. Reviewers evaluate submissions on originality, methodological soundness, theoretical contribution, and relevance to the conference’s thematic scope before any acceptance decision is communicated.
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.
To submit your author paper, visit here.
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 an engraved commemorative certificate of excellence and prominent recognition across all official conference communications, proceedings, and digital platforms — providing meaningful visibility within the global leadership and change management research community.
- Winning authors will additionally receive complimentary priority registration for the following edition of the conference, granting them first access to submission deadlines, keynote announcements, and early-bird programming — a tangible investment in their continued scholarly engagement with this growing international network.
18th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management (LCM) – April 22-24, 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 |
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.
Disclaimer
- The 18th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes scholarly contributions from adjacent fields including organizational psychology, public administration, strategic management, and behavioral economics, provided submissions engage substantively with leadership or change management themes.
- Successful submission of an abstract or full paper does not constitute confirmed attendance at the conference; delegates must complete the formal registration and payment process to secure their place, receive presentation scheduling, and be included in the official conference program and proceedings.
- While the conference program is designed to offer maximum engagement, attendance at every individual session, workshop, or keynote address cannot be guaranteed for all delegates, as room capacities and scheduling logistics may vary; the organizing committee reserves the right to adjust the program as operationally necessary.
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: contact@internationalconference.ca
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Terms & Conditions (Attendees & Sponsorships)
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Terms & Conditions (Notarized Invitation Letter)
- Voluntary Service: The provision of a Notarized Invitation Letter is an additional, voluntary service not directly linked to the main conference event.
- No Guarantee of Visa Approval: While this letter carries weight in many jurisdictions, its possession does not guarantee visa approval. The respective consulate or embassy determines visa approval.
- Non-refundable Service: The US$100 fee for the Notarized Invitation Letter is fixed and non-refundable, irrespective of whether the visa is approved or denied.
- Acceptance of Terms: You acknowledge and agree to these terms by requesting a Notarized Invitation Letter.
- Amendments to Terms: We reserve the right to change these terms at any point without notice.
- Processing Time: Upon verification of payment, a Notarized Conference Invitation Letter will be sent within 10 business days.
Disclaimer
- The 18th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes scholarly contributions from adjacent fields including organizational psychology, public administration, strategic management, and behavioral economics, provided submissions engage substantively with leadership or change management themes.
- Successful submission of an abstract or full paper does not constitute confirmed attendance at the conference; delegates must complete the formal registration and payment process to secure their place, receive presentation scheduling, and be included in the official conference program and proceedings.
- While the conference program is designed to offer maximum engagement, attendance at every individual session, workshop, or keynote address cannot be guaranteed for all delegates, as room capacities and scheduling logistics may vary; the organizing committee reserves the right to adjust the program as operationally necessary.