Conference Objectives
- Examine how geopolitical shifts and trade policy realignments are redefining international market entry strategies for multinational enterprises
- Explore the convergence of digital transformation and global marketing, including AI-driven personalization across culturally diverse consumer segments
- Facilitate peer-to-peer knowledge exchange between academics conducting frontier research and practitioners implementing real-world international campaigns
- Investigate evolving regulatory landscapes, tariff structures, and compliance frameworks that impact cross-border business operations
- Highlight emerging market opportunities across Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East for globally ambitious organizations
- Champion sustainable and ethically grounded international business models that balance profitability with social responsibility and environmental stewardship
Who Should Attend
Scholars, chief marketing officers, export managers and government trade officials will find this programme useful.
- International business scholars and university-based researchers publishing in trade, marketing, or global strategy journals
- Marketing directors and chief marketing officers managing multinational brand portfolios
- Export managers and trade development professionals navigating cross-border logistics and compliance
- MBA candidates and doctoral students specializing in global commerce or international consumer behavior
- Government trade attachés and economic development officials designing export promotion programs
- Startup founders and entrepreneurs pursuing global market expansion for the first time
- Management consultants advising corporations on foreign direct investment and market localization strategies
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 41st International Conference on International Business and Marketing in Toronto offers several clearly defined attendance tiers designed to accommodate the full range of delegate needs, from early-career researchers to senior industry executives. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, ensuring complete pricing transparency from the moment you select your preferred option. We invite you to review the available packages below and choose the one that best aligns with your participation goals and professional circumstances.
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 participants who require an official invitation letter to support their conference visa application or institutional travel approval process may request one through the conference secretariat after completing full registration and payment. The letter will confirm your registration status, the dates and location of the 41st International Conference on International Business and Marketing in Toronto, Canada, and any presenting role you may hold at the event.
To ensure timely processing, delegates are strongly encouraged to submit their invitation letter requests as early as possible, particularly those traveling from countries with lengthy visa processing timelines. The secretariat will respond to verified requests within a reasonable administrative window, and all letters will be issued on official conference letterhead bearing the authorized signature of the organizing committee.
Please note that while the conference organizing committee is pleased to provide supporting documentation for your travel arrangements, the issuance of an invitation letter does not constitute a guarantee of visa approval. Visa decisions rest solely with the immigration authorities of Canada, and the conference secretariat has no influence over or responsibility for the outcome of any visa application submitted by a delegate or accompanying person.
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 – 41st International Conference on International Business and Marketing
The 41st edition invites researchers, practitioners, and industry experts worldwide to submit original contributions that advance the frontiers of international business and marketing scholarship. We welcome empirical studies, conceptual frameworks, case analyses, and comparative research that speak directly to the challenges and opportunities of operating across borders in 2027.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Toronto, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Cross-cultural consumer behavior analysis
- Global brand equity and positioning
- Foreign market entry mode selection
- Digital marketing in emerging economies
- International supply chain resilience
- Multinational pricing and revenue strategy
- Trade policy impacts on firm performance
- Cultural intelligence in global negotiations
- Sustainability in international marketing
- B2B relationships across national borders
- Social media localization strategies
- Export performance and SME internationalization
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 41st edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Multinational pricing and revenue strategy, B2B relationships across national borders or Social media localization strategies.
| 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 41st International Conference on International Business and Marketing is evaluated through a double-blind peer-review process, wherein independent reviewers assess originality, methodological rigor, relevance to the field, and clarity of argument without knowledge of the authors’ identities. Feedback provided by reviewers is shared with authors to support scholarly development regardless of the final acceptance decision.
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 recognized at the closing session, receiving a certificate of excellence and prominent acknowledgment across all official conference communications, social media channels, and the post-conference proceedings publication
- Winning authors gain the opportunity to have their recognized paper recommended for expedited consideration in a partner journal aligned with international business and marketing scholarship, providing a meaningful pathway to enhanced academic visibility and citation impact following the conference
41st International Conference on International Business and Marketing – June 01 2027 – Toronto, 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 41st International Conference on International Business and Marketing is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope; submissions and attendees from adjacent fields such as economics, public policy, behavioral science, and organizational studies are encouraged, and the program may reflect a broad spectrum of methodological traditions and research paradigms beyond any single discipline.
- Acceptance of a paper or registration as an attendee does not in itself confirm physical participation at the Toronto venue; delegates are responsible for securing appropriate travel documents, funding, institutional approvals, and any health or entry requirements imposed by Canadian authorities prior to the event date.
- While the conference program is designed to offer access to all scheduled sessions within the registered delegate’s ticket category, the organizers reserve the right to reschedule, merge, or modify individual sessions due to speaker cancellations, venue constraints, or other operational circumstances, and attendance at any specific session cannot be individually guaranteed.