10–13 February 2026 | University of Sydney, Australia
We’re thrilled to announce that the Australasian Consortium for Entrepreneurship Research Excellence (ACERE) Conference 2026 will take place from Tuesday 10 – Friday 13 February 2026, hosted at the historic and vibrant University of Sydney.
This annual gathering brings together entrepreneurship and innovation scholars, educators, doctoral students, and industry leaders from around the world. ACERE offers an environment designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and innovation.
What’s in Store for 2026:
📄 Paper Presentations
Engaging sessions where researchers share their work, receive peer feedback, and explore new perspectives.
🛠️ Paper Development Workshops (PDWs)
In partnership with top journals, these workshops offer in-depth, individualised feedback from leading academics to strengthen your research and publishing prospects.
🎤 Keynote Presentations
Thought-provoking talks and interactive panels featuring world-renowned scholars and leaders – plus plenty of chances to meet and connect with them.
🎓 Doctoral Consortium
A dedicated space for PhD students to receive mentorship, research critique, and career advice from established scholars.
👩🏫 Educators’ Forum
A forum to share innovative teaching methods, address challenges in entrepreneurship education, and exchange best practices.
🏢 Industry Forum
Entrepreneurs, policymakers, and practitioners come together to share real-world insights and foster collaboration between academia and industry.
🤝 Networking Events
A variety of social and professional networking opportunities designed to spark meaningful conversations and lasting connections.
📢 More info including submission guidelines, registration, and program details will be released in the coming months.
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We can’t wait to welcome you to Sydney in 2026! 🌇