Conference Objectives
- Examine the evolving landscape of women’s representation in corporate governance and executive leadership pipelines
- Showcase current empirical research on gender pay equity, workplace inclusion, and organizational culture transformation
- Encourage international dialogue on policy frameworks that support women entrepreneurs and business founders
- Identify and challenge systemic barriers that limit women’s advancement in finance, technology, and executive leadership
- Celebrate women whose leadership models are reshaping industries and inspiring the next generation
- Build a lasting interdisciplinary network linking academics, practitioners, and advocates dedicated to sustainable gender equity
Who Should Attend
The program speaks to senior women leaders, gender researchers, startup founders and labor rights policymakers.
- Female executives and senior corporate leaders seeking peer exchange and professional development
- Academic researchers specializing in gender studies, organizational behavior, and business management
- Human resources and diversity, equity, and inclusion professionals driving workplace change
- Women entrepreneurs and startup founders navigating funding, growth, and market expansion
- Policymakers and government officials shaping legislation on gender equality and labor rights
- Non-governmental organization representatives advancing women’s economic empowerment globally
- Graduate and doctoral students pursuing careers at the intersection of gender equity and business leadership
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 27th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Richmond Hill offers tiered options crafted to suit academics, industry professionals, and students at every career stage. Each ticket tier is transparently priced with all applicable taxes already included, so delegates can budget with complete confidence. We invite you to review the options below and select the package that best aligns with your participation goals and professional development 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
Registered delegates who require an official invitation letter for travel or institutional purposes may request one through the conference secretariat following successful payment of their registration fee. The letter is issued on official conference letterhead and includes your full name, affiliation, the conference title, dates, and the Richmond Hill venue details, providing the documentation commonly required by universities, employers, or funding bodies.
To obtain your invitation letter, please submit your request via the designated form on the conference website, ensuring your registration details and institutional information are accurate and complete. Letters are typically processed and dispatched within three to five business days of a confirmed request, and delegates are encouraged to apply well in advance of any internal institutional or grant deadlines.
Please be advised that the invitation letter issued by the conference organizers serves solely as confirmation of your registration and acceptance to participate in the 27th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Richmond Hill, Canada. It does not constitute a guarantee, endorsement, or assurance of visa approval by any government authority, and all visa applications remain subject to the sole discretion of the relevant embassy or immigration body.
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 – 27th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
Scholars and practitioners are warmly invited to submit original contributions that push the frontiers of knowledge on women in business and leadership for the 27th edition in Richmond Hill. We welcome empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, case analyses, and policy-oriented papers that illuminate pathways toward genuine gender equity in organizational life.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Richmond Hill, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Women in corporate board governance
- Gender pay gap remediation strategies
- Female entrepreneurship and venture funding
- Intersectionality and workplace leadership
- Women in STEM executive roles
- Mentorship and sponsorship program effectiveness
- Maternity policy and career continuity
- Gender diversity in financial services
- Leadership identity and gender perception
- Women-led social enterprises
- Cultural barriers to female advancement
- Digital inclusion and women in tech
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 27th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Female entrepreneurship and venture funding, Mentorship and sponsorship program effectiveness or Cultural barriers to female advancement.
| 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 manuscript submitted to the 27th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by reviewers in the field, ensuring evaluators and authors remain mutually anonymous throughout the assessment process. Reviewers assess submissions on the basis of originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and contribution to advancing knowledge on gender equity 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 receive a personalized certificate of excellence and prominent recognition across all official conference communications, conference proceedings, and the event website, providing meaningful visibility within a prestigious international scholarly community
- Winning authors will be invited to submit an expanded version of their awarded paper for expedited consideration in a partner peer-reviewed journal, offering a valuable fast-track pathway from conference recognition to formal academic publication
27th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership – February 18, 2027 – 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.
Terms and ConditionsRefund PolicyNotarized Invitation Letter
Disclaimer
- This conference embraces a genuinely multidisciplinary approach, and contributions from fields including sociology, public policy, economics, psychology, management science, and law are equally valued alongside core business and leadership scholarship, reflecting the inherently cross-disciplinary nature of gender equity research.
- Inclusion in the conference program and publication in the proceedings is contingent upon at least one author per accepted paper completing full registration and payment by the stated author registration deadline; papers whose authors do not confirm attendance in this manner may be withdrawn from the program.
- While the conference program features multiple concurrent tracks and a rich schedule of keynotes, workshops, and panels, delegates should be aware that session availability, room assignments, and scheduling are subject to change, and organizers reserve the right to adjust timings or formats to ensure the highest quality experience for all participants.