European Conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship (ECIE)

The European Conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship (ECIE) is a well-established international conference, now in its 21st year, bringing together scholars, practitioners, and educators engaged in innovation and entrepreneurship research and teaching. The conference attracts participants from more than 40 countries and provides a supportive, international forum for sharing research and best practices.

Dates: 17–18 September 2026

Location: ISCTE-IUL University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal

Submission Deadlines:

  • Abstract submission: 25 February 2026

  • Full paper submission: 16 April 2026

ECIE is particularly well suited for research on international entrepreneurship, innovation, SMEs, entrepreneurial ecosystems, and cross-context studies, offering strong opportunities for feedback, networking, and global visibility.

For more information on the conference and paper submission, go here.