June 2-6, 2026 NEO Entrepreneurship Conference

Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava, Romania

Conference Objective

The second edition of NEO Entrepreneurship Conference will explore a contemporary vision of entrepreneurship, emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and the leveraging of emerging technologies. This interdisciplinary forum brings together academics, researchers, and professionals to foster critical dialogue and reflection on the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship. Recognized as vital hubs for innovation and new venture creation, universities play a pivotal role in fostering thriving local and regional entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Invited Speakers Prof. Dr. I Wayan Widiana S.Pd., M.Pd.

Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha, Indonesia
Professor of Educational Research and Evaluation

Ph.D. in Educational Research and Evaluation (Universitas Negeri Jakarta).

Specialist in Elementary Education & Scientific Publication Development. Expert Consultant in Educational Research & Publication Acceleration. Lead Reviewer & Editor for prestigious National and International Journals.

Jesmond Friggieri

Malta Leadership Institute / LCTS, Malta
Principal & Director

Jesmond Friggieri is a seasoned professional in business consultancy, leadership training, and corporate mentoring with over 25 years of experience. He serves as the Director of Leadership Consultancy & Training Services (LCTS) Ltd. and the Principal of the Malta Leadership Institute (MLI). Holding an MBA from the University of Leicester and an MA from the University of East London, Mr. Friggieri combines corporate strategy with systemic psychology to empower organizations.

Dr. Daiva Labanauskaite

Klaipėda University, Lithuania
Professor of Management and Economics

Core Expertise: Service economy, economic evaluation of international tourism, and urban economic sustainability.

Impact: Active contributor to international sustainable tourism strategies and regional development projects.

Global Reach: International visiting professor lecturing across Germany, Finland, Latvia, and the EU.

Dr. Miika Kajanus

Savonia University of Applied Sciences, Finland
Business & Sustainability Expert

Dr. Miika Kajanus is an international business and sustainability expert, with a long career in innovation ecosystems at Savonia University of Applied Sciences (Finland). Currently, he serves as a Visiting Professor at King Danylo University (Ukraine) and holds an Honorary Doctorate from the Institute of Agriculture of NAAS. He is internationally recognized for developing advanced decision-analysis methodologies (A’WOT, InTo, and PRIA) for strategic planning and sustainability transitions under uncertainty.

Important Deadlines May 17 Submission Abstract May 18 Notification Acceptance May 22 Payment Registration Fee May 25 Program Final Agenda Publication Opportunities

Full-text versions of presented papers will be proposed for publication:

WoS Indexed Revista de Estudios Empresariales. Segunda Época WoS Indexed Sustainability — Special Issue: "The Rise of Neo-Entrepreneurship: Redefining Business for a New Era" WoS Indexed Sustainability — Special Issue: "Exploring Sustainable Tourism from Economics and Ecological Footprints" ERIH Plus The USV Annals of Economics and Public Administration ERIH Plus Revista de Turism - Studii si cercetari in turism ERIH Plus European Journal of Accounting, Finance & Business Intl. DB Journal of Applied Computer Science & Mathematics

* The list of publications will be updated with new proposals from partners.

Conference Panels Main Tracks

• 1. Entrepreneurial Universities as Drivers of Innovation: From Technology Transfer to Broader Impact
• 2. NEO-Entrepreneurship in Sustainable Tourism and Regional Development
• 3. Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• 4. Beyond Growth: Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in Transition toward Sustainable Regional Futures

Preliminary Program June 2

Opening of the International Week at Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava: Connecting Ideas, Crossing Borders

12:30 – 16:30 | Building D, USV, Dimitrie Leonida Room

→ View International Week Event Program June 3

WP6 NEOLAiA Alliance Meeting

Building H, USV

June 4

Conference NEO-Entrepreneurship — Building E, USV

09:30 – 10:00 Registration (Building E, Aula E) 10:00 – 12:45 Opening and Plenary Session 13:00 – 14:30 Lunch and Campus Visit 15:00 – 16:30 Parallel Sessions 16:30 – 17:00 Coffee Break 17:00 – 18:30 Parallel Sessions 19:30 Official Dinner June 5

Field Trip in the Bucovina Region

09:00 – 18:00 | Conference NEO-Entrepreneurship – Study Trip (Visiting local entrepreneurs and exploring real-world initiatives)

June 6

Final Discussions & Networking

Final discussions and networking opportunities with the international academic community.