ISPIM Innovation Conference: Call for Submissions

Call for Submissions

The 2025 ISPIM Innovation Conference, “Innovation Powered By nature”, is a three-day event that brings together world-renowned experts on innovation management. Researchers, managers, business and thought leaders will share insights on innovation management hot-topics.

ISPIM and our local partners encourage examples and insights into successful innovation practice, challenges or research from all regions of the world. If you are in doubt, please discuss your idea with an email to admin@ispim.org.

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LOCAL FOCUS THEMES

You are invited to share insights on the following topics or other challenges and to demonstrate approaches, solutions, and best practices:

Creative Industries and Digital Transformation: Innovation in arts, culture, and media, emphasizing digital transformation in creative industries.
Health and Biotechnology: Innovations in medical technology and healthcare solutions, improving health outcomes.
Marine and Maritime Innovation: Advancements in sustainable fishing and shipping technologies, focusing on marine resource conservation.
Renewable Energy Solutions: Development and implementation of sustainable energy technologies for a renewable energy transition.
Smart Cities and Urban Sustainability: Technology integration for efficient urban planning and eco-friendly urban development.

Bergen, Norway’s second-largest city, is a dynamic hub of innovation and creativity, set against a backdrop of stunning fjords and mountains. The city seamlessly blends natural beauty with urban life and cutting-edge innovation.

Bergen's key industry clusters—Media, Travel, Finance, Energy, Marine, and Maritime—along with its vibrant start-up ecosystem, will play a crucial role in the ISPIM programme. Delegates will witness Bergen's leadership in renewable energy, sustainable living, food production, and ocean management.

Universities in Bergen are central to driving research and development, working closely with industry clusters to enhance the city’s reputation in innovation and education. Additionally, Bergen is culturally rich, with UNESCO World Heritage sites, a vibrant music scene, and renowned festivals. The city integrates tradition, nature, and innovation, offering an inspiring and memorable experience for all visitors.

GENERAL THEMES

AI and Innovation (including Big Data)
Business Models
Circular Innovation (SIG)*
Creativity in Innovation
Digital Disruption & Digital Transformation (SIG)*
Entrepreneurship & Innovation in Start-Ups & SMEs
Futures & Foresight (SIG)*
Gender & Innovation Management
Health, Healthcare & Innovation Management (SIG)*
Innovation for Fintech
Innovation Leadership & Organisational Culture (SIG)*

Innovation Management Systems, Standards & Certification (SIG)*
Innovation Policies & Instruments
Innovation Training, Teaching & Coaching (SIG)*
Knowledge & Technology Transfer for Innovation
Living Labs (SIG)*
Methods & Skills for Innovation Management Research
Open Innovation
Platforms, Ecosystems and Supply Chains
Responsible Innovation (SIG)*
Values-based & Sustainability-Oriented Innovation Management (SIG)*

* ISPIM Special Interest Group

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Submission Deadlines

7 February 2025: Outlines Only (All Submissions)
7 March 2025: Acceptance Notification
9 May 2025: Final Submissions (including papers & photos) PLUS registration & receipt of payment
6 June 2025: Presentation Slides

Early submission and acceptance notification is possible for all authors with external funding application deadlines.

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Proceedings

Accepted submissions will be scheduled for presentation in the conference programme in thematic sessions. Papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings with an ISBN and included online in EBSCOhost and ProQuest. Authors may withhold their papers from the proceedings on request.