Scholars interested in emerging market multinational enterprises (EMNEs), Springboard Theory, and internationalization research may be interested in the following upcoming virtual workshop and Special Issue opportunity in the Journal of International Management.
- Registration Deadline for Workshop: May 19, 2026
- Virtual Workshop Date: May 26, 2026
- Submission Window for Special Issue: August 1–31, 2026
Link to register for workshop here.
Special Issue Title:
“Revisiting and Advancing the Springboard Theory: EMNEs and the Dynamics of Internationalization in the New Era”
The Special Issue celebrates two decades of Springboard Theory and seeks to encourage new research that is contextually grounded, theoretically pluralistic, and methodologically robust. The issue aims to revisit and extend the relevance of Springboard Theory within today’s evolving global business environment.
The guest editors are hosting a virtual workshop for prospective contributors to discuss research ideas and early-stage projects related to the Special Issue themes.
Virtual Workshop Details
• May 26, 2026
• 12:00–13:00 (London)
• 07:00–08:00 (New York)
• 19:00–20:00 (Hong Kong)
• 21:00–22:00 (Sydney)
• Microsoft Teams
The workshop will provide:
• Guidance for scholars interested in contributing to the Special Issue
• Developmental feedback on research ideas and early-stage manuscripts
• Scholarly discussion on advancing the Springboard Perspective in the contemporary global context
Topics of interest include:
• Emerging market multinational enterprises (EMNEs)
• Evolution and boundary conditions of the Springboard Perspective
• Internationalization strategies related to digitalization, geopolitics, and institutional change
• Methodological approaches to studying dynamic internationalization processes
Please note:
• Participation is not required for submission to the Special Issue
• Participation does not guarantee acceptance
• This is not a formal PDW and no paper submission is required to attend
Additional information on the Special Issue found here.