In an era defined by constant change and unprecedented global connectivity, Ideas in Motion captures the momentum driving the future of sport business. This year’s theme invites scholars, practitioners, and entrepreneurs to explore the transformative ideas shaping the next frontier in global sport.
From emerging technologies to innovative business models, from cross-border partnerships to grassroots ventures, we are witnessing a paradigm shift in how sport is played, consumed, monetized, and governed. The boundaries between sectors—sport, media, health, education, tech, and tourism—are increasingly fluid, offering fertile ground for interdisciplinary innovation.
As we gather at this unique moment in time, Ideas in Motion invites each of us to move beyond traditional boundaries, challenge the status quo, and co-create the future of sport business—one bold idea at a time.
This year's conference will feature three distinct research tracks:
- Sport Business - Includes marketing, management, finance, economics, etc.
- Entrepreneurship/Innovation - Includes sport entrepreneurship and innovation, NIL, startup, equity funding, etc.
- Pedagogy - Includes teaching cases, classroom activities, program development, etc.
To be considered for presentation at the 2026 GSBA Conference, abstracts should clearly and concisely summarize the core elements of your scholarly work. This includes the research problem or question, relevant theoretical framework, objectives and value of the work, methodology (used or proposed), and key or preliminary findings. Abstracts should also describe the overall contribution of the research to the field.
Please follow the structured format outlined below to ensure your abstract meets the conference submission requirements:
Title page
- Title
- Presentation Type
- Track, Author Info
- Indicate if Primary Author is a Student
- Indicate if Considered for Best Paper
- between 400 and 500 words.
- Introduction/Problem Statement
- Theoretical Framework
- Research Objectives/Value of Work
- Methodology used or proposed
- Key Findings (Preliminary Findings)
- Contribution
Main document/Abstract
To be considered for Best Paper, full papers are required to be considered and are due via email (gsbasubmission@gmail.com) by January 15th, 2026.
