FEB Odyssey Research Forum – Meet and Interact with Editors

The FEB Odyssey Research Forum aims to bring together distinguished journal editors and researchers in a constructive discussion related to the journal selection, paper submission, and review process, as well as advice on how to increase the likelihood of paper acceptance and successful publication. The Forum serves as a platform for learning, networking, and knowledge exchange between researchers and editors.

Participants

• Marina Dabić (University of Zagreb, Faculty of Economics & Business, Croatia) - Editor in Chief of Technology in Society (WoS & Scopus; IF(2023)=10.1, Q1), Senior Editor of IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management (WoS & Scopus; IF(2023)=4.6, Q1), Associate Editor of Technological Forecasting and Social Change (WoS & Scopus, IF(2023)=12.9, Q1)

• Jelena Španjol (Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Munich School of Management, Germany) - Member of the Advisory Board and Former Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Product Innovation Management (WoS & Scopus, IF(2022)=10.1, Q1)

• Miruna Radu-Lefebvre (Audencia Business School, France) - Editor in Chief of Entrepreneurship & Regional Development (WoS & Scopus, IF(2023)=3.3, Q2)

• Dominik K. Kanbach (HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management, Germany) - Associate Editor of Review of Managerial Science (WoS & Scopus; IF(2023)=7.8, Q1), Associate Editor of European Journal of Innovation Management (WoS & Scopus; IF(2023)=5.0, Q1), Associate Editor of Journal of Organizational Change Management (WoS & Scopus, IF(2023)=2.7, Q2)

• Michael Christofi (Cyprus University of Technology, Faculty of Management and Economics, Cyprus; Vilnius University, Lithuania) - Senior Editor of Information Technology & People (WoS & Scopus, IF(2023)=4.8, Q1), Associate Editor of International Marketing Review (WoS & Scopus, IF(2023)=4.9, Q1)

The Research Forum Agenda

14.15-15.30 Introduction and Panel Discussion with Editors (POSSIBLE ONLINE PARTICIPATION)

Welcome to the participants of the Research Forum. Brief introduction of the attending journal Editors and the presentation of the seven top journals: insights into their scope, publication processes, preferences, and expectations. Audience is encouraged to ask questions.

15.30-15.45 Coffee Break

15.45-17.00 Thematic Workshops (IN PERSON PARTICIPATION ONLY)

Participants will be divided into smaller groups for interactive workshops, based on personal preferences. The three workshops are:

1. SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY EVENT - Feedback Workshop

This workshop provides attendees with an opportunity to receive personalized feedback from the Editor on their papers. Authors who wish to receive feedback must submit an extended abstract of 800 to 1000 words by May 4th, 2025. The extended abstract should include the following sections: Purpose, Study design/ methodology/ approach, Findings, Limitations, and Originality.

 During the workshop, selected authors will deliver a brief 5-minute pitch (presentation) of their work. Following these presentations, the Editors will identify papers of interest for their journals and provide personalized feedback to the respective authors.

 Attendance without a paper is also encouraged for those interested in observing the feedback process. 

2. Tips and Tricks Workshop – Submission Strategies and Journal Selection

In this group you will discuss strategies for selecting the right journal, understanding journal scope and audience, and optimizing manuscripts for a higher acceptance chance.

3. Methodological Workshop – A Systematic Literature Review: 

This workshop addresses a specific methodological approach: A systematic literature review. It focuses on best practices in conducting and structuring a systematic literature review for high-impact journal submissions.

To apply for the preferred workshop, please fill out the Application form available at this LINK.

 Places at each workshop are limited.

 Workshop preferences are preferably indicated before the conference, by Wednesday, May 4, 2025, or at the Research Forum (Wednesday, May 7, 2025), subject to availability. 

19.00 Welcome Cocktail & Sunset Cruise on the Historic Karaka Ship

Following the Research Forum, attendees are invited to an exclusive cocktail party and sunset cruise, providing an opportunity for further networking and informal discussions in a relaxed setting.

We look forward to welcoming you to an engaging and insightful Odyssey Research Forum!