Dear Innovator,
The 2025 ISPIM Innovation Conference ((15-18 June 2025), "Innovation Powered By Nature", is a three-day event that brings together over 600 innovation management professionals from over 50 countries.
Engage with fellow innovation professionals from academia, industry, consulting and the public sector in a truly diverse event with people attending from across the globe. Take part in workshops, hot-topic discussions and discussion panels as well as sessions on the latest academic research results and industry cases. Hear from leading innovation thought leaders and learn about the thriving innovation ecosystem in and around Bergen - and, of course, experience our great networking events at fantastic venues throughout this Gateway to the Fjords!
This conference will also feature a special track on Innovation in Sustainable Tourism hosted by The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) together with Rainforest Connection.
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.
ISPIM encourages 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.
Don't miss out - send in your submission by 7 February 2025!
Submission Deadlines
• 7 February 2025: Outlines Only (All Submissions)
• 7 March 2025: Acceptance Notification*
• 9 May 2025: Final Submissions (including papers & photos) PLUS registration and receipt of payment
• 6 June 2025: Presentation Slides
* Early submission and acceptance notification is possible for all authors with external funding application deadlines. Contact admin@ispim.org.
Conference Themes
Local Focus Themes:
• Creative Industries and Digital Transformation
• Health and Biotechnology
• Marine and Maritime Innovation
• Renewable Energy Solutions
• Smart Cities and Urban Sustainability
General Themes:
• AI and Innovation (including Big Data)
• Business Models
• Circular Innovation (SIG)
• Creativity in Innovation
• Digital Disruption & Transformation & Platforms (SIG)*
• Entrepreneurship & Innovation in Start-Ups & SMEs
• Futures & Foresight (SIG)*
• Gender & Innovation Management
• Health, Healthcare & Innovation Management (SIG)*
• Innovation for Fintech
• Innovation for Sustainable Tourism
• Innovation Leadership & Organisational Culture (SIG)*
• Innovation Management Systems, Standards & Certification (SIG)*
• Innovation Policies & Public 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)*
• User inclusion in innovation & entrepreneurial processes
• Values-based & Sustainability-Oriented Innovation Management (SIG)*
* Denotes Special Interest Group
Innovately Yours,
Marko Torkkeli
Professor of Technology and Business Innovations
LUT University
Finland
Journal of Innovation Management - Founding Editor
Join us at the following events:
ISPIM www.ispim.org
- XXXVI ISPIM Innovation Conference: 15-18 June 2025 (Bergen, Norway)
- ISPIM Connects Cape Town: 17-19 March 2025 (Cape Town, South Africa)
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Marko Torkkeli
Full Professor
Marko Torkkeli Person
Kouvola
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