29th ABMC Partners
Call for Papers
Business, AI, and Humanity:
The New Convergence
Who Can Participate: Academics, Researchers, PhD students, Graduate students, Industry professionals, Policymakers, Consultants, Groups, Institutions.
Presentation Formats: Oral Presentation (on-site or virtual) and Interactive Poster Session.
Conference Tracks
- AI and Business Strategy
- Leadership and Digital Transformation
- Future of Work and Talent Management
- Marketing in the Age of AI
- Finance and Financial Innovation
- Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Ethics and Governance of AI
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Global Business and Trade
- Sustainability and Social Responsibility
- Technology and Human Experience
- Policy, Regulation, and the Digital Economy
Conference Signatures
20 CEOs
20 Deans
20 Editors-in-Chief
Important Dates
Abstract/Paper Submission
20th July 2026
Early Bird Registration
30th July 2026
Registration Date
20th August 2026
Prof. Rock-Antoine Mehanna
CEO, Academy of Business Management Conferences, UAE
Welcome Message
The 29th ABMC brings together those who define the future of business and society: CEOs who lead, deans who shape curricula, and editors who set the research agenda. Our theme, “Business, AI, and Humanity: The New Convergence” poses a fundamental question, not merely what intelligent systems can achieve, but how they should serve human progress.
With AUD as our co-organizer and Emerald Publishing as our knowledge partner, this forum bridges rigorous scholarship with executive wisdom. It is a space where disciplines intersect, where ethical inquiry meets technical innovation, and where today’s decisions inform tomorrow’s frontiers.
We invite you to join this conversation. The program is being finalised. The stage is being set. Your contribution will complete it.
Prof. Rock-Antoine Mehanna
CEO
Academy of Business Management Conferences
H.E. Eng. Salah Al Shamsi
Liwa Investment Holding, UAE
Dr. Rock-Antoine Mehanna
Academy of Business Management Conferences, UAE
H.E. Aref Ali Alabbar
UAE
Dr. Assaad Farah
American University in Dubai, UAE
Sharmila C. Chatterjee
MIT
Dr. Serhat Akpinar
Girne American University, Cyprus
Dr. Saddedine Mneimneh
AGI Holding; Global Investors Forum
John Katsos
Society and Business Review, American University of Sharjah
Mr. Ramy Hassanien
Emerald Publishing, MEACA
Ms. Yulia Stark
European Women’s Association, Belgium
Dr. Nikolina Ljepava
University of Khorfakkan, UAE
Mohamed Yacine Haddoud
International Journal of Entrepreneurial Behavior & Research, British University in Dubai
Mr. Kaushik Burman
SPIRO, MENA
Prof. Richard Pettinger
University College London, UK
Michellana Jester
MIT
Dr. Puan Shahawati Binti Umar
Innovative University, Malaysia
Dr. Robert James Crammond
Associate Editor IJME, University of West Scottland
Dr. Inna Paiva
Vice Dean ISCTE Business School Portugal
Dr. Wissam El Khoury
Department Chair American University in Dubai, UAE
Mr. Rami Saadeh
Deputy CEO BEMO bank, Luxembourg
Prof. Daniel Balsalobre-Lorent
Co-Editor Evaluation Review/University Casti la-La Mancha, Spain
Dr. Tatiana Zalan
EAB Member Review of International Business and Strategy / American University in Dubai
Mr. Antoine Choufany
MD Sheyaaka, Middle East
Ms. Lama Harfouch
Co-Founder EcoLearn & Alpha Universe Group FZC
Previous Conferences
In-Person (Presenter/Participant)
$ 390 / Person
- Conference Presentation/Participation
- Presentation certificate
- Lunch and refreshments (conference day)
- Resource material
- Complimentary membership of ABMC
Online/Virtual (Presenter/Participant)
$ 170 / Person
- Conference Presentation/Participation
- Abstract included in ‘abstract book proceedings’
- Recorded presentation available online
- Complimentary membership of ABMC
PLATINUM
$ 20,000
- CEO/President keynote slot (20 minutes)
- Company case study in conference book (1.5M global reach) + 3-minute video presentation
- Logo on proceedings, websites, call for papers, and speaker promotion materials
- 10 online presenter slots + 5 onsite passes
- Promotional emails to global database (up to 1 every 2 months)
- Feature articles, YouTube video, social media campaigns (up to 4/month)
- Banner placement on ABMC website (6–12 months)
- Exclusive post-event interviews and full documentation
- Platinum Sponsor recognition on certificates + sponsorship certificate
- Premium exhibition stall in high-traffic networking area
GOLD
$ 15,000
- Senior leader speaking slot (15 minutes)
- Company case study in conference book (1.5M global reach)
- Logo on websites, call for papers, and speaker promotion materials
- 8 online presenter slots + 3 onsite passes
- One promotional email to global database
- Feature articles and social media campaigns (up to 3/month)
- Banner placement on ABMC website (6 months)
- Post-event documentation
- Gold Sponsor recognition on certificates + sponsorship certificate
- Standard exhibition stall near session halls
SILVER
$ 10,000
- Executive speaking slot (10 minutes)
- Company profile in conference book (1.5M global reach)
- Logo on conference website and speaker promotion materials
- 5 online presenter slots + 2 onsite passes
- One promotional email to global database
- Feature articles and social media campaigns (up to 2/month)
- Banner placement on ABMC website (3 months)
- Post-event documentation
- Sponsorship certificate
- Shared exhibition space
CO-ORGANIZER
$ 7,500
- Shared stage with keynote speakers
- Company's success story highlighted during conference
- Logo on conference website
- 3 online presenter slots + 2 onsite passes
- Mention in one pre-event email
- Feature article and limited social media posts
- Poster placement on ABMC website (1 month)
- Post-event documentation
- Sponsorship certificate
- Table-top display space
- Platinum Strategic Partner
- Gold Strategic Partner
- Co-Organizer
| Amplify your Brand: Strategic Partnership Opportunities | Platinum Strategic Partner | Gold Strategic Partner | Co-Organizer |
| Amplify your Brand: Strategic Partnership Opportunities | $20,000 | $15,000 | $10,000 |
| Speaking Opportunity | CEO/President keynote slot (15 minutes) | Senior leader speaking slot (10 minutes) | Share stage with keynote speakers |
| Case Study & Thought Leadership | Full-page company case study in the conference proceedings (1.5M global reach) | Half-page company case study in the conference proceedings (1.5M global reach) | Brief company success story (up to 5 lines) published in the conference proceedings |
| Brand Visibility | Logo on proceedings, websites, call for papers, and speaker promotion materials | Logo on websites, call for papers, and speaker promotion materials | Logo on conference website and speaker promotion materials |
| Registration benefits | 10 online presenter slots + 5 onsite passes | 8 online presenter slots + 3 onsite passes | 3 online presenter slots + 2 onsite passes |
| Email & Database Marketing | Promotional emails to the global database (up to 1 every 2 months) | One promotional email to the global database | One promotional email to the global database |
| Digital & Media Exposure | Feature articles, YouTube video, social media campaigns (up to 4/month) | Feature articles and social media campaigns (up to 3/month) | Feature articles and social media campaigns (up to 2/month) |
| Website Advertising | Banner placement on ABMC website (6–12 months) | Banner placement on ABMC website (6 months) | Banner placement on ABMC website (3 months) |
| Video Displays | 6 times the success story video will be displayed during the conference | 4 times the success story video will be displayed during the conference | 2 times the success story video will be displayed during the conference |
| Certification & Recognition | Platinum Sponsor recognition on certificates + sponsorship certificate | Gold Sponsor recognition on certificates + sponsorship certificate | Sponsorship certificate |
| Exhibition & Stall Display | Premium exhibition stall in high-traffic networking area | Standard exhibition stall near the session halls | Shared exhibition space |
| Conference Leadership & Hosting | Conference Chair and Host of the CEO’s Talk | CEO/President keynote slot (15 minutes) | Academic Session Chair | Select | Select | Select |
Conference Program
Registration and Networking
Inaugural Session
Welcome note by CEO, and Keynote talks
CEOs’ Roundtable
Chief executives discuss how leading organisations are navigating the AI shift
Coffee Break
Networking over refreshments
Deans’ Roundtable
Business school deans discuss preparing the next generation for an AI-driven world.
Editors’ Roundtable
Journal editors unpack what matters most in business research today
Award Distribution and Group Photo
Honouring outstanding contributions to the field
Luncheon
Networking lunch
Business Case Presentations
CEOs, Presidents / Provosts / Deans / Editors will present company success stories.
Coffee Break
Afternoon refreshments
Research Track I
Scholars present peer-reviewed papers on emerging business research
Research Track II
Scholars present peer-reviewed papers on emerging business research
Registration & Welcome
Keynote Sessions
Break
Research Presentations – Track III
Research Presentations – Track IV
Research Presentations – Track V
Research Presentations – Track VI
Venue
Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
Airport Road, Dubai, UAE
Conveniently located near Dubai International Airport, our host venue offers a seamless setting for scholarly exchange and professional networking.
All paper presentations, roundtables, and keynotes will take place here.
