ECIE

20th European Conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship
25-26 September 2025, Krakow, Poland

University of the National Education Commission, Krakow, Poland

Welcome to ECIE 2025

On behalf of the organizing committee of ECIE 2025, we would like to warmly welcome you to the 20th European Conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship, which will be held at the University of the National Education Commission, Krakow, Poland. The conference will be an opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience between representatives of the academic community from around the world, as well as practitioners and members of various organizations. All this in the surroundings of the magical city of Krakow, with an incredibly rich culture and history. See you in Krakow, the city of Polish kings!

Personal Message from the Conference Chairs

In today’s complex global landscape, the role of innovation and entrepreneurship extends far beyond technological advancements or financial success. Businesses and entrepreneurs have a vital role to play in addressing societal and environmental challenges, creating not only economic value but also lasting social impact. The concept of social value in business is gaining momentum, with organizations recognizing that responsible practices and social innovation can drive both profitability and positive societal change.

We are thrilled to welcome researchers, practitioners, and policymakers from around the world to the 20th European Conference on Innovation and Entrepreneurship (ECIE), which will take place on 25-26 September 2025 at UKEN, Krakow, Poland. Hosted by the Department of Entrepreneurship and Social Innovation, this year’s conference will focus on the critical role that businesses can play in creating social value. Topics such as social entrepreneurship, nature-based solutions (NBS), and responsible business practices will be at the forefront of the discussion. These approaches not only aim to solve pressing issues like climate change and social inequality but also help redefine the very nature of business itself.

In addition, we will explore the impact of digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI) on society. These technological forces are reshaping industries, creating new opportunities for innovation, and fundamentally transforming the way we approach business and social challenges. AI has the potential to drive smarter, more efficient solutions, while digital transformation enables businesses to operate more sustainably, adapt quickly to change, and address the evolving needs of communities around the world.

We believe that by integrating social and environmental goals into the core strategies of businesses and harnessing the power of digital tools and AI, we can promote responsible innovation that fosters smart and inclusive growth. Social enterprises and social innovation models are leading the way in demonstrating how business can be a force for good, contributing to a more equitable and sustainable future for all.

Join us as we explore how businesses, through the power of technology and human-centered innovation, can act as catalysts for meaningful social change while remaining competitive and resilient in today’s evolving marketplace.

Important Dates

Abstract submission deadlineSTILL ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS
Notification of abstract acceptance19 March 2025
Full paper due for review24 April 2025
Notification of paper acceptance (with any requested changes)03 July 2025
Earlybird registration closes17 July 2025
Final paper due (with any changes)31 July 2025
Final Author payment date21 August 2025
Excellence awards abstract submission16 April 2025Extended until 02 May 2025
Excellence awards notification of abstract acceptance
30 April 2025
Excellence awards full case history submission09 June 2025
Excellence awards finalists announced10 July 2025
We are planning to run our series of conferences as physical events with the option for participants to join virtually. We urge you to continue to submit your abstracts and papers in line with the published dates (extensions will be granted on request). For more details contact info@academic-conferences.org

Conference Publications

Papers accepted for the ECIE after the double-blind peer review process, will be published in the conference proceedings, subject to author registration and payment. The conference proceedings have an ISSN (2049-1050) and will be assigned an ISBN on publication. Proceedings are accessible here: https://papers.academic-conferences.org/index.php/ecie

Additionally, papers that have been presented at the conference will also be considered for further development and possible publication in the journals listed below. Authors are invited to submit their work to these journals mentioning that they attended the conference. Authors will be expected to develop the work by 40-50%, including a change of title and abstract. Individual journal procedures will need to be followed and there is no guarantee of publication.

Conference Accreditations

The ECIE conference proceedings are published with an ISSN (2049-1069) and an ISBN will be issued on publication. These proceedings are:

  • submitted for consideration by the Web of Science (WoS) Conference Proceedings Citation Index
  • indexed by Elsevier SCOPUS abstract and citation database
  • indexed by Google Books and Google Scholar
  • listed in the EBSCO database of Conference Proceedings
  • Ranked 1 in the Norwegian Register for Scientific Journals, Series and Publishers

The Conference Proceedings are submitted for accreditation on publication. Please note that depending on the accreditation body this process can take several months.