https://www.qu.edu.qa/conference/ESI2023

Conference Theme:

Tackling Grand Challenges for a Sustainable Future

Qatar University College of Business & Economics Center for Entrepreneurship & Organizational Excellence Doha, Qatar

Proposal Deadline: 1 st July, 2023

Keynote Speaker:

Professor Steve Evans Director of Research in Industrial Sustainability University of Cambridge
Stephanie Rambler Department of Economic and Social Affairs, United Nations
Professor Gary Schwarz Queen Mary University of London Conference Chair Said Elbanna, Qatar University

Scientific Committee Chair:

Boumediene Ramdani, Qatar University

Organizing Committee Chair:

Mohammed Elgammal, Qatar University

Conference Tracks:

Track 1: Organizational Sustainability Initiatives
Track Chair: Shaker Zahra, University of Minnesota
Track Chair: Habib Mahama, Qatar University

Track 2: Sustainable Technologies and Innovations
Track Chair: Peter Kawalek, Loughborough University
Track Chair: Shaligram Pokharel, Qatar University

Track 3: Circular Economy & Sustainable Supply Chain
Track Chair: Luciano Batista, Aston University
Track Chair: Arsalan Safari, Qatar University

Track 4: Sustainability Reporting & Corporate Performance
Track Chair: Khaled Hussainey, University of Portsmouth
Track Chair: Hani Kamel, Qatar University

Track 5: Education for Sustainability
Track Chair: Densil Williams, University of the West Indies
Track Chair: Evren Tok, Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Track 6: Sustainable Cities & Communities
Track Chair: Fateh Belaid, KAPSARC, Saudi Arabia
Track Chair: Nishat Faisal, Qatar University

Track 7: Sustainable/Green Finance
Track Chair: Hisham Farag, University of Birmingham
Track Chair: Lanouar Charfeddine, Qatar University

Track 8: Public Management & Sustainable Development
Track Chair: Gary Schwarz, Queen Mary University of London
Track Chair: Leslie Pal, Hamad Bin Khalifa University

Track 9: Sustainability Policies & Practices
Track Chair: Noha El-Bassiouny, German University in Cairo
Track Chair: Mokter Hossain, Qatar University

Track 10: General Business Research
Track Chair: Paul Jones, Swansea University
Track Chair: Karma Sherif, Qatar University

Track 11: Case Study (3 Awards, each $2,500)
Track Chair: Virginia Bodolica, American University of Sharjah
Track Chair: Imene Becheur, Qatar University 

Sustainable Business Consortium:

Consortium Chair: Amr Elalfy, Qatar University
Consortium Chair: Gordon McKay, Hamad Bin Khalifa University

This consortium acts as a bridge between the academia and the industry. It brings together scholars, policymakers, managers, and the community at large. The purpose of the consortium is to provide networking opportunities for scholars to communicate their practice-relevant findings as well as establish research collaborations between academics and the business communities to tackle problems we face.

Conference Overview Organizations play a crucial role in addressing societal problems such as climate change, food and water scarcity, social inequality, and energy insecurity, among others. They respond to these challenges by creating novel solutions and opportunities for change. To deepen our understanding of how organizations can help tackle these challenges, we welcome papers that investigate this theme theoretically and empirically. We also encourage contributions on how organizations are incorporating sustainability – policies and practices that “meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”1 . We welcome scholars and practitioners from around the world to join us in person, in Doha, to discuss the conference themes, which includes but are not limited to the following:

• The role of firms in climate change mitigation
• Achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and net-zero targets
• Digitization, disruptive technologies and platforms
• Social entrepreneurship, frugal innovation and sustainable business models
• Industry 4.0 and sustainability
• Energy transition and security
• Smart and sustainable cities
• Pedagogy for sustainability
• Sustainable investment and corporate social responsibility
• Crisis management and organizational resilience

Even though we are interested in proposal abstracts on the conference theme, we welcome submissions on topics within the broader business research.

Submission Guidelines:

Submission portal opens on the 15th April, 2023. We welcome submission of abstracts and/or papers.

Please submit a 1,000-1500 word extended abstract (about 4 to 5 pages excluding references, appendices and other material) as a proposal for consideration at the conference. Full papers will also be accepted into the submission system. At least one author must attend the conference for the proposed paper to be included in the conference program.

Please note, even though the system has an abstract box, you still need to upload the short paper (in PDF or WORD file) as an attachment to complete the submission. 1 World Commission on Environment and Development (1987, p. 8) 4

Publishing Opportunities
After a peer-review process, the best papers from the ESI 2023 conference are expected to be published in:

• Journal for International Business and Entrepreneurship Development (JIBED); and
• Management & Sustainability: An Arab Review (MSAR).

Best Paper Award

All submissions will be evaluated based on their contribution towards the advancement of practice and theory as well as their potential contribution to entrepreneurship and sustainability. The best paper will be awarded a prize, which will be announced at the closing session of the conference.

Timeline for Proposals & Registration Submission Opens:

15th April, 2023 Deadline for Proposal: 1 st July, 2023
Proposal Review Period: 1 st July– 31st July, 2023
Decisions Delivered by: 10th August, 2023
Deadline for Full Papers: 15th September, 2023 (optional, only for Best Papers)

Conference Registration:
https://www.qu.edu.qa/conference/ESI2023/registration

Fees
No fees are required to participate or attend the ESI, 6th International Conference. However, prior registration is mandatory to attend the conference.

Notes
All paper presentations will take place in person and on-site. At least one author must register and attend the conference in person to present.

Who should attend? Representatives from all countries and institutions of all types and missions including:

• Higher education faculty members from all disciplines
• Graduate and undergraduate students preparing to become professionals – joint proposals from graduate/undergraduate students and their faculty mentors/advisors are welcome
• Instructional technologists, course designers, and faculty developers
• Higher education executives, administrators, and managers
• Representatives from businesses and governments

Scientific Committee:

Boumediene Ramdani (Chair), Qatar University
Shaker Zahra, University of Minnesota, USA
Gary Schwarz, Queen Mary University of London, UK
Leslie Pal, Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Peter Kawalek, Loughborough University, UK
Stéphane Goutte, Université Paris-Saclay, France
Hisham Farag, University of Birmingham, UK
Densil Williams, University of the West Indies,
Jamaica Paul Jones, Swansea University, UK
Virginia Bodolica, American University of Sharjah, UAE
Khaled Hussainey, University of Portsmouth, UK
Elsadig Musa Ahmed, Multimedia University, Malaysia
Luciano Batista, Aston University, UK
Noha El-Bassiouny, German University in Cairo, Egypt
Cherif Guermat, University of the West of England, UK
Mohammed Al Waqfi, UAE University, UAE
Mathew Hughes, University of Leicester, UK
Jue Wang, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Fateh Belaid, KAPSARC, Saudi Arabia
Mohammed El-Adly, Abu Dhabi University, UAE
Riyad Eid, UAE University, UAE
Ali Akaak, University of Technology and Applied Sciences-Salalah, Oman
Zafar Ahmed, Academy for Global Business Advancement, USA
Gordon McKay, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar
Abdelaziz Bouras, Qatar University
Mahmoud Abdellatif, Qatar University
Salem Al Halbadi, Qatar University
Osama Al kwifi, Qatar University
Arsalan Safari, Qatar University
Mokter Hossain, Qatar University
Amr Elalfy, Qatar University

Organizing Committee:

Mohammed Elgammal (Chair)
Sara Al-Maadeed
Othman Al Thawadi
Dalia Farrag
Jalal Qanas
Fatma AL-Emadi
Anas Albakri
Maysarah Alalami
Karim Alyafi
Imene Becheur
Nayla Ajouz
Lara Tayara
Faten Ramadan
Noor Talib
Moataz Mahdi
Mahmoud Krasana

About ESI

The Entrepreneurship for Sustainability & Impact (ESI) is an annual conference hosted by the Centre for Entrepreneurship & Organizational Excellence (CEOE) – Qatar University. It is one of the leading entrepreneurship conferences in the MENA region. ESI is a community of scholars and practitioners interested in entrepreneurship, innovation, and organizational excellence research, teaching and practice. Our mission is to provide a forum for sharing ideas and interaction to advance entrepreneurship and organizational excellence research in the region. The objectives of ESI is to foster research collaborations among our members; share experiences on entrepreneurship and innovation practices; and develop policies that address economic, social and environmental challenges. Details of last year’s conference can be found here.

About CEOE

The Centre for Entrepreneurship & Organizational Excellence (CEOE) is a research centre within the College of Business & Economics at Qatar University. Through outstanding research and policy works, experiential learning, distinctive capacity building, and community outreach, the CEOE aims to make a profound impact on the way organizations in Qatar conduct business and the way their businesses affect Qatar. The CEOE activities include research and policy work, teaching, case development, consultancy, and training. It has a track record in working with government agencies and the private sector to develop innovative solutions.

The Conference Setting

Qatar has successfully organized the FIFA World Cup 2022. Qatar University is located in Doha, the capital city of Qatar. Located in the east of the country, Doha is home to approximately 1.19 million people from all over the world. It is the country’s fastest-growing city and its business centre. From a pearling and fishing village of great importance, with around 350 pearling boats at the beginning of the 20th century, Doha underwent a complete economic transformation and became a modern and prosperous city. Doha’s tourism sector has evolved rapidly over the years, with key attractions and several museums of great importance gaining the spotlight. Known for its exemplary hospitality, exquisite cuisine, unique shopping experiences and traditional souqs, along with a plethora of adventures and activities, Doha is growing rapidly, and offers something for all travellers. More details can be obtained from Visit Qatar Website.

For further information on the conference, please contact us through: [email protected]