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International Research Symposium in Service Management (IRSSM 14)
14 Jul 2026 – 17 Jul 2026 Ankara University, Ankara
The International Research Symposium in Service Management (IRSSM 14) aims to advance contemporary service research by critically examining how service systems evolve in emerging and developing economic contexts. The symposium focuses on the dynamic interplay between sustainability imperatives, rapid digital transformation, and the societal role of services.
Conference theme
Rethinking Service Management in Emerging Economies: Sustainability, Digital, and Societal Impact
Objectives
To advance contemporary service research by critically examining how service systems evolve in emerging and developing economic contexts, focusing on the dynamic interplay between sustainability imperatives, rapid digital transformation, and the societal role of services.
Who should attend
Scholars, professionals, and practitioners from diverse countries and disciplinary backgrounds.
Organising Committee
Prof. Jay Kandampully (Chair) - Ohio State University
Prof. Alper Özer (Co-Chair) - Ankara University
Prof. Yüksel Ekinci (Co-Chair) - University of Portsmouth
Prof. Orhan Çelik - Ankara University
Prof. Şenay Sabah Çelik - Ankara University
Assoc. Prof. Sonyel Oflazoğlu Dora - Hatay Mustafa Kemal University
Assoc. Prof. Mustafa Doğan - Ankara University
Dr. Emrah Ertugay - Ankara University
Dr. Gökhan Aydoğan - Ankara University
Dr. Mehmet Özer - Social Sciences University of Ankara
Dr. İrem Buran - Ankara University
Dr. Esra Genç - Giresun University
Dr. Özge Dinçer - Ankara University
Ali Osan - OSTİM Technical University
Arda Şap - Gazi University
Gülara Alkaçır - Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Scientific Committee
Mehbare Tokay Argan, Bilecik Şeyh Edebali University, Türkiye
Linda Alkire, Texas State University, USA
Madhavi Ayyagari – Mindsbourg consulting, Dubai.
Srikanth Beldona, University of Delaware, USA
Voon Boo Ho, University Teklologi MARA, Malaysia
Sunmee Choi, Yonsei University, South Korea
Bo Edvardsson, Karlstad University, Sweden
Metin Argan, Eskişehir Technical University, Türkiye
Walanchalee Wattanacharoensil, Mahidol University International College, Thailand
Nur Indrianti, UPN, Indonesia
Roubina Juwaheer, University of Mauritius, Mauritius
Byron Keating, Queensland University of Technology, Australia.
Tomaz Kolar, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia
Werner Kunz, University of Massachusetts, USA
Bayram Zafer Erdoğan, Anadolu University, Türkiye
David Solnet, The University of Queensland, Australia
Malinvisa Sakdiyakorn, Mahidol University International College, Thailand
Sławomir Smyczek, University of Economics in Katowice, Poland
Heli Tooman, University of Tartu, Pärnu College
Allard van Riel, Hasselt University, Belgium.
Call for Papers
IRSSM 14 invites scholarly contributions addressing a broad range of topics in service management, particularly those aligned with the theme of rethinking service management in emerging economies.
Submission Options:
- Extended Abstract: A 3-page structured summary (maximum 1,500 words, excluding references) presenting the study's objectives, theoretical background, methodology, key findings, and contributions.
- Full Paper: A comprehensive manuscript (maximum 8,000 words, excluding references, tables, and appendices) presenting complete and original research. Eligible for the Best Paper Award and Young Service Researcher Award.
Submission Guidelines: All submissions must be in Microsoft Word (.docx) format, following specific formatting guidelines (A4 size, 1-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pt, 1.5 line spacing). Submissions should be emailed to irssm14@gmail.com.
Key Deadlines:
- Abstract Submission Deadline: July 5, 2026 (Extended)
Registration
Visit event websiteRegistration for this event is handled on the organiser's own website.