MISSION

Our mission is to foster an interdisciplinary platform that explores and propels entrepreneurial innovation within a collaborative ecosystem.

VISION

We envision a future where entrepreneurship transcends individual boundaries, embracing interconnectedness and sustainability. Our vision is to become a leading catalyst, inspiring a new breed of entrepreneurs who champion innovation, ethical practices, and social responsibility on a global scale.

VALUES

Collaboration; Inclusivity; Ethical Entrepreneurship; Knowledge Exchange.

THEMATIC AREAS

Abstract submissions will be accepted in the following areas:

Economics:

• Post-Individualist Economics:
  • New economic models in an era of increased interconnectedness and collaboration.
• Collaborative and Sharing Economy:
  • Analysis of business models based on the sharing economy and their impacts on traditional markets.
• Digital Economy and Blockchain:
  • Exploration of the role of blockchain technology in transforming and decentralizing economic systems.
• Circular Economy and Sustainability:
  • Studies on how the circular economy can be applied to promote sustainability and reduce environmental impact.

Management:

• Entrepreneurial Management and Innovation:
  • Management strategies to foster innovation in constantly evolving business environments.
• Risk and Uncertainty Management:
  • Approaches to dealing with uncertainty and risks in the current business context, emphasizing strategic decision-making.
• Organizational Change Management:
  • Effective methods for leading and implementing changes in organizations amidst paradigm shifts.
• Technology Management and Digital Transformation:
  • Management strategies to leverage emerging technologies and drive digital transformation in organizations.

Entrepreneurship:

• Social Entrepreneurship and Community Impact:
  • Case studies and analyses of the role of social entrepreneurship in community development and creating positive impact.
• New Business Models and Disruption:
  • Examination of disruptive business models that challenge established norms and alter traditional markets.
• Technological Entrepreneurship and Innovation:
  • Analysis of the role of entrepreneurs in introducing technological innovations and their impact on economic sectors.
• Entrepreneurial Culture and Leadership:
  • Studies on fostering an entrepreneurial culture in organizations and its impact on leadership.

Technological Innovation:

• Emerging Technologies and Economic Impact:
  • Analysis of the economic impact of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), and virtual reality.
• Open and Collaborative Innovation:
  • Studies on how open innovation can be applied to foster collaborations and expedite technological advancements.
• Adoption and Diffusion of Technologies:
  • Analysis of challenges and opportunities in adopting and diffusing new technologies across different economic sectors.
• Cybersecurity and Data Privacy:
  • Issues related to cybersecurity and data protection in a rapidly evolving technological innovation environment.

REGISTRATIONS CLOSED

Registration for participation provides:

• Access to the conference;
• Publication of the approved abstracts in the Conference Proceedings with ISBN and/or publication of the articles in the Book of Proceedings;
• Letter of acceptance (after registration and respective payment).

The registration fee will be per submitted article and/or abstract.

Registration in the listener modality includes only access to the conference and Certificate of Participation as a Listener.

In no case, including withdrawal of participation or mistake by the participant, does the organization undertake to return or cancel payments received, or even return the amounts paid.

The abstract can be presented individually or in a group (up to four people—with one single author and the others as co-authors).

Each participant can present up to a maximum of three (3) abstracts, being the author of only one (1) and participating in the others as a co-author.

The works must be original and unpublished (never presented or published) and should not be under evaluation at any other event.

After the approval of the abstract by the scientific committee, all authors must register for the event (Failure of registration by any of the authors invalidates the continuation of the abstract’s participation in the Conference).

After the submission of the abstract, no inclusions and/or alterations of authors and/or contents will be accepted.

Types of Manuscripts:

• Extended articles and abstracts will be accepted. The official languages of submission and communication within the scope of the Conference will be exclusively Portuguese, Spanish, and English. The use of any other languages is not admissible.
• Manuscripts must be submitted in digital format, in a recent version of Microsoft Word.

Identification and Publication Consent Forms:

• The Identification and Publication Consent Forms must accompany all manuscripts, indicating authors, affiliations, and essential information.

Manuscript Length:

• Articles should not exceed 6000 words, excluding titles, abstracts, keywords, bibliography, figures, and tables.
• Extended abstracts should not exceed 500 words.

Titles/Abstracts/Keywords:

• Titles, abstracts, and keywords (maximum of 5) must be presented. Abstracts should have around 200 words.

Figures/Graphs/Tables:

• All figures/graphs/tables should be referred to in the body of the text (either in the middle of the sentence or within parentheses), preferably prior the figure/graph/table in question.
• The title must be concise and express the content of the figure.
• Figures must be of sufficient quality and legibility for the editing process (A4).

Bibliographic References:

• APA 7^thEdition standards for alphabetical and chronological organization of references.

Footnotes/Copy Editing:

• The importance of correctly referenced footnotes and procedures for effective copy editing are highlighted.
• Bibliographic references appearing in footnotes and not included in the reference list at the end of the article will not be considered and may prevent manuscript publication.
• The copy editing of the manuscript will be sent to the authors. Authors must promptly review the document and submit any corrections and responses to questions to the editors (additional relevant information will be provided with the copy edit review). It is the responsibility of the authors to check the entire document.

ARTICLE EVALUATION RULES

The Scientific Coordinator and/or the Scientific Council (SC) evaluate the applications received based on the following selection criteria:

1. Relevance of the topic;
2. Scientific quality of each proposed article;
3. Coherence of all the proposals for articles and the contribution of the theme to the advancement of science;
4. Author’s research in the thematic area in question (academic degree and affiliation).

The decision to accept the submissions is made by the Conference’s Scientific Coordinator.

The Scientific Coordination reserves the right to decline all abstracts that do not comply with the submission requirements, as well as for reasons related to the event’s organization and logistics. Authors interested in publishing their work in the form of Article Publication (without presentation) must submit an abstract during the submission period of the call for abstracts.

POSTERS

The conference accepts poster submissions. The submission of the poster should be accompanied by an extended abstract of the research, to be included in the proceedings book.

• The poster should reflect the content of the abstract and may also include an Introduction, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Acknowledgments, and Bibliographic References.
• The poster may include images, figures, and graphs.
• The names (first and last), affiliation (institutional identification), and email of the authors should be included on the poster.
• Poster size should be 90 cm wide by 120 cm tall, and the text should be easily readable from a distance of 1 to 2 meters.
• Suggestions:
  • Title: Arial 60
  • Authors and institution: Arial 36
  • Text: Arial 24
  • Bibliography: Arial 16
• Use capital letters only for the titles of the sections (INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY, RESULTS AND DISCUSSION, etc.); Line spacing: will depend on the amount of text, but the standard suggestion is 1.5.
• The poster must be delivered or sent to the Organizing Committee within a specified date.
• Poster discussions with the authors will take place during coffee breaks and lunch. For the poster to be presented, at least one of the authors must be registered and participate.

Submitted abstracts and articles will be published in the Conference Proceedings and the Book of Proceedings.

All submissions, in all modalities and at all stages, must be original and must have never been submitted or published previously.

Select articles will be published in a special issue of the Scopus-indexed Social Sciences & Humanities Open (SSHO) journal (see SSHO Special Issue Proposal Form). Authors of the best articles will have a fast-track publication opportunity in the Journal of Entrepreneurial Researchers (JER), partner of the OSEAN research center.

CHAIRMAN

STEERING COMMITTEE

SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE

EDITORIAL COMMITTEE

The awards will be given in the following categories:

• Best Article Award
• Best Student Article Award

Prize: Certificate.

Eligibility: Authors of accepted submissions presented at the Conference.

Criteria: Results of reviews and voting by session chairs, with special consideration given to the quality, originality, and attractiveness of the presentation.

All authors and participants will receive a Certificate of Participation.

Authors who present their publications will receive a Certificate of Communication.

Certificates will be issued and sent via email.

ABOUT FUNCHAL

As the capital of the Autonomous Region of Madeira and situated on the south coast of the island, in a beautiful bay bearing the same name, Funchal received its first charter in the mid-15th century, with its name originating from “funcho,” a common aromatic herb in this region.

Rich in history, cosmopolitan, and with a fantastic life of its own, Funchal has much to see and admire today, starting with the historic cores of its parishes such as São Pedro, Santa Maria, or Sé, which invite pleasant strolls. Funchal also offers a strong cultural component, encompassing museums and cultural spaces of equal interest.

Not to be missed is the Mercado dos Lavradores, where the flavors and aromas of fruits and flowers blend with the usual hustle and bustle of a market.

Known as a “garden by the sea,” Funchal boasts green spaces such as the Botanical Garden or the Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro Garden, both featuring plants from all corners of the world.

There’s nothing like a cable car ride to better appreciate the beauty of the city and its surroundings, with the option to take the cable car connecting Monte to the Botanical Garden or the city center. Once in Monte, a ride in the “basket car” is a must.

Back in the city center, you can stroll through Funchal Marina and take the opportunity to admire the sailboats and, further ahead, the cruise ships from various destinations.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF MADEIRA (UMa)

UMa aims to find suitable solutions within a framework of responsibility, equity, and sustainability, contributing to the development and affirmation of Madeira and the country in a globalized and dynamic world.

UMa pursues activities of scientific research, promoting the dissemination and social and economic valorization of knowledge and technological innovation. It ensures human formation at the highest level, in its cultural, scientific, artistic, technical, and professional aspects, offering cycles of studies leading to academic degrees, CTeSP, and other non-degree courses. It seeks to prepare its students for the challenges of global society and lifelong learning, imparting scientific knowledge, technical competence, and cross-disciplinary education.

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