4-6 september, 2013 vilnius, lithuania 2nd notice for entrepreneurship in the 21st century will be...

Conference website: http://www.essex.ac.uk/conferences/ief/12th/

International Centre for Entrepreneurship Research Essex Business School, University of Essex, UK

andThe General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania

12th International Entrepreneurship

Forum (12th

IEF)

Conference Theme Social Sustainability and Economic Security:

The Agenda for Entrepreneurship in the 21st Century

4-6 September, 2013Vilnius, Lithuania

2nd Notice

Conference Partners

Supporting Organisations

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Conference Overview

The 12th IEF conference on the theme of Social Sustainability and Economic Security: TheAgenda for Entrepreneurship in the 21

stCentury will be held in Vilnius, Lithuania, 4-6

September, 2013. This conference is being organised by the International Centre for Entrepreneurship Research (ICER), Essex Business School, and University of Essex in co-operation with the General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania and with the partnership of the OECD Centre for Entrepreneurship and the Local Employment and Economic Development at Paris, France. This conference will provide a platform for a resolution of the problems of social sustainability and economic security in our times.

Governments, institutions, industry and society continue to juggle with established instruments and tools to grapple with the uncertain present and the unknown future. Banks do not lend but corporate are awash with money; governments wish to reduce budget deficits but apply greater pressures on sometimes the most vulnerable in society; bonuses abound while the Fannie Mae’s disintegrate; economies seek innovative solutions but governments and firms ignore possibilities for democratising opportunity search and realisation; we seek global solutions but appear to entrench local problem; and the world is seen sometimes as technologically flat but spatially and contextually spiky. These antinomies of our times call for new forms of engagement that affect the way we live now and the legacy that we leave behind for future generations.

We can turn to effective and productive entrepreneurship to act as major catalysts for social and economic progress. But to consider entrepreneurship simply as a one-constituency phenomenon for new business creation, self-employment, or indeed as the development of SMEs, constrain us with the interests of the few. The few may indeed be those that shine a light in the darkness but we need to take the many with us. The ‘many’ in entrepreneurship are the Schumpeterian entrepreneurs in business and in government, in community activities, in music and theatre and in education. Sometimes their interests coalesce to provide specific answers for one group; at other times it is in their unique entrepreneurial actions that we derive social and economic value. The conference theme has been set to discuss debate and disseminate these issues based on research, policy formulation and good practice.

IEF conferences are different from many other important events in that the deliberation and exchange of ideas and evidence are considered more valuable than just their singular academic articulation. We hope you will join us in this attempt to strengthen our economic security through different forms of innovation and entrepreneurial engagement that embrace social cohesion and sustainability. We look forward to sharing your ideas and insights in the elegant surrounds of an emergent Baltic environment and in the historic city of Vilnius.

Professor Jay Mitra Professor Manuela TvaronavicieneDirector, International Centre for Professor at Vilnius Gediminas TechnicalEntrepreneurship Research University, LithuaniaProfessor of Business Enterprise and Professor at The General Jonas ZemaitisInnovation Military Academy of LithuaniaEssex Business School, University of Essex

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Conference Themes

To help open up the variety of issues connected to the main theme of the conference, this call for papers welcomes contributions covering any of the following or related sub-themes:

Sub-Theme 1: Sustainable cities and entrepreneurship

Sub-Theme 2: Productive and destructive entrepreneurship and economic security

Sub-Theme 3: Social cohesion and social innovation

Sub-Theme 4: Technology change and social progress

Sub-Theme 5: Securing economic sustainability through social & community

enterprise

Sub-Theme 6: Public policy, economic security for sustainable entrepreneurship

Sub-Theme 7: Connected and networked people, organisations and institutions

Sub-Theme 8: Business models and strategic management for sustainable futures

Sub-Theme 9: Financing responsible enterprise for our economic security

Sub-Theme 10: Philanthropic intervention, social responsibility and economic benefit

This is not an exhaustive list, and papers are welcome in other related areas. Please indicate in your abstract which theme you’d like to contribute to. IEF committee withholds the final right to arrange the track allocation depending on the popularity of each theme.

Abstract and Paper Submissions

1. Abstracts of no more than 500 words should be submitted no later than 21 June, 2013. All abstracts should show the names of the authors, their institutional affiliation (where appropriate), contact details (including full address, telephone and fax numbers and e-mail address). The abstracts should be presented in Word format and should also include no more than 5 keywords (see abstract template on main conference website).

2. Notification of accepted papers will be sent by mid July, 2013. All abstracts will be evaluated by members of the Conference Research Papers Committee.

3. At least, one of the authors must register for the conference by the registration deadline (15 August, 2013) to ensure inclusion of the paper in the Conference. Without validregistration, the paper cannot be included in the Conference Programme.

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4. There is a cap of a maximum three abstracts by one author. By submitting an abstract, the author/s makes a commitment to present his/her paper at the Conference.

5. Full papers must be submitted no later than 15 August, 2013. All papers will be peer reviewed.

6. Papers should be limited to no less than 5,000 and no more than 10,000 words (excluding diagrams and reference etc) and follow the template (please see the conference website in due course).

7. All full papers (respect the deadlines for both abstracts and full papers) will be considered for two best paper prizes (one for scholarship and academic rigour and theother for originality, creativity and innovation in its contribution to policy making or practice). Any late submissions (after the final deadline date of 15 August, 2013) willautomatically be excluded from selection for any one of the two awards.

All abstracts/papers should be sent directly to [email protected]. Please find all templates and full details on the conference web site:

http://www.essex.ac.uk/conferences/ief/12th

Publications

Selected papers will be considered for special issues of or submissions to the following journals:

1. Journal of Security and Sustainability Issues (JSSI) (ISSN No. 2029-7017/ ISSN 2029-7025)

2. Journal of Small Business and Enterprise Development (JSBED) (ISSN: 1462-6004) 3. Industry and Higher Education Journal (IHEJ) (ISSN: 0950-4222)

All accepted papers will be available in the IEF Conference CD ROMs which will have an assigned ISSN number (2070-6944). In order for us to ensure the publication of the proceedings in time all participating delegates who will be presenting papers are requested to co-operate bycompleting and submitting their papers on time.

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Keynote Speakers

Eminent academics, policy makers and practitioners from across the globe have been invited to this international event. Watch this space for further information.

The first few Invited speakers and panellist include:

Prof. Dr. Valdas Rakutis

Deputy Rector of Jonas Zemaitis MilitaryAcademy of Lithuania

Prof. Zoltan Acs

Director, Centre for Entrepreneurship and Public Policy

George Mason School of Public PolicyGeorge Mason University

USA

Sergio Arzeni

Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OCDE)

Director of the Centre for Entrepreneurship, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs)

and Local DevelopmentFrance

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Candace Johnson

Founder and Co-Founder of SES, Loral Teleport Europe, Europe Online, VATM,

GTWN, Success Europe

Prof. Michael Fritsch

Professor of Economics and Chair of Business Innovation and Economic Change

Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Germany

Prof. Bibek Banerjee

Director of Institute of Management Technology Ghaziabad (IMTG) and

Academic Mentor of Group-IMT (India)

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Panel Sessions

1. Sustainable Regional Economic Development: Developing policies for Social Sustainability and Economic Security through New Firm Formation Chair: Professor Michael Fritsch

2. Women and Social Sustainability and Economic Security: the role of Gender and Entrepreneurship Chair: Ralph Schonenbach

3. Technology, Information and Data: managing critical tools for social sustainability and economic security: Chair: Candace Johnson

4. Education and Training for Social Sustainability and Economic Security: An Entrepreneurial Perspective Chair: Professor Harry Matlay

5. Special Session on ‘Social Media and Entrepreneurship’ : New tools for fostering sustainable ventures in the Networked Economy" Chair: The PEER Group Network led by Dr Catherine Leger-Jarniou and Dr Silke Tegtmeier

The ProgrammeRegistration for the conference will start from 2pm on 4 September, 2013 with registrations, and a cocktail reception will also be held on the evening followed by a welcome address and information on conference modalities. The conference proceedings will start on 5 September and finish on 6 September. The two day conference programme will consist of a mix of keynote speeches, panel and parallel sessions, networking meetings, and an exciting range of social events. The conference gala dinner will take place on the evening of 5 September. A Doctoral workshop session will take place on 4 September, and start from 10.00 am till 1.000pm with lunch at 1.00pm. Plans are in place for a post conference tour programme will also be arranged.(Detailed Programme to follow)

Doctoral WorkshopA special doctoral workshop for PhD students working on issues concerning different aspects of entrepreneurship will be held from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm on 4 September, 2013 This workshop should enable the international doctoral student community to come together to set up a new network of scholars, obtain feedback on the work that they are doing (starting or completing), and exchange know-how and practice with both distinguished academics and practitioners. This workshop is free to all students who are registered for the full conference. For those who wish to attend the doctoral workshop only (but do not wish to participate in the main conference), a charge of Euros 50 only is payable. Early booking is advisable.

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Conference FeesThe conference registration fee structure for the conference is as follows:

(a) Euros 400 for all international participants (b) Euros 250 for all participants from low income countries (as per World Bank list) (c) Euros 100 for post graduate students (with ID proof); (d) Gala dinner (not included in the above fees) Euros 50

Please note that the above registration fee EXCLUDES costs of accommodation, subsistence, travel, and social events, but includes 2 lunches, tea and coffee during the conference, and a conference pack.

PaymentsPayments by bank transfer to be made to:

Name of Bank: Swedbank , Vilnius, Lithuania.Account Name: Entrepreneurship and Sustainability CentreAccount No: Li23 7300 0l0l 2710 8442BIC – HABALT22IBAN: LT23 7300 0101 2710 8442

All participants must register using the registration form (available online), and make the appropriate fees by bank transfer or by cheque, payable to the ‘Entrepreneurship andSustainability Centre’. You should email the registration form to [email protected] with a copy of your bank transfer document.

The deadline for registration is 15 August 2013.

Conference venue

Artis Centrum HotelsLiejyklos Str. 11/23, 01120 VilniusArtis Centrum HotelsConference rates are being negotiated.

Other hotels are also available near the conference venue. Participants are encouraged to book early because September is a busy month with a number of European Union and other events taking place in that month.

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Other hotels in Vilnius

Hotel Domus MariaAusros Vartu gatve 12, Senamiestis, LT- 01129 Vilnius W: http://www.domusmaria.lt/en/This hotel is situated in the heart of Vilnius, only 10-15 minutes walking distance to the conference venue. It is also renowned for offering very good ratio of price-quality.

The Narutis HotelPilies 24, Senamiestis, LT-01123 Vilnius (Rodyti žemėlapį)W: http://narutis.com/For those looking for a luxury hotel, Narutis Hotel is a great choice, located nearby the conference venue.

Europa Royale VilniusAusros Vartu g. 6, Senamiestis, LT-01129 Vilnius (Rodyti žemėlapį) W: http://www.groupeuropa.com/Group Europa offers the Europa Royale Vilnius which is relatively reasonable prices hotel in the heart of the city.

Visa RequirementsParticipants are responsible for obtaining a valid visa before travelling to Lithuania. See the web site of the Lithuanian embassy for details. IEF Conference organisers will endeavour to support your visa application by issuing invitation/confirmation letter if and when appropriate. Such a letter can be issued only when you have registered for the conference (either online or postal). Invitation letters will be provided by. Please register and notify us as soon as possible if you need an invitation letter.

Profile of Conference OrganisersInternational Entrepreneurship ForumThe International Entrepreneurship Forum (IEF) network consists of academics, practitioners and policy makers. The IEF events are designed to encourage the meeting of these three groups based on the belief that there is as much value in academic exploration as in discovery through practice. Through this process of interaction, the IEF network aims to obtain a better appreciation of the subject of entrepreneurship. Since its inception, the IEF has held an annual event each year, with a specific and typical theme for deliberation, presentations and discussion, as shown by the diagram below.

An impressive array of speakers and other contributors have generated a wealth of knowledge on the subject. Each event has been marked by a rich variety of research papers, key contributions by practitioners and decision makers, and, significantly, by formal and informal hours of interaction between owner-managers, academics and decision makers. Crucially, participants have been able to use the highly interactive format of the events to develop new

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partnerships and projects to pursue particular activities. One of the most satisfying outcomes of all the events has been the identification of new interest, scholarship and insight into entrepreneurial activity, across different countries, demonstrating the value of learning in an international arena of thought and practice. This outcome informs the themes and topics chosen for each conference.

The IEF continues to collaborate with the OECD, LEED Programme, and the International Centre for Entrepreneurship Research.

Essex Business School, University of Essex, UKEssex Business School (EBS) was created following the merger of the Schools of Entrepreneurship and Business, and Accounting, Finance and Management in 2008. The School's work on entrepreneurship, innovation and regional development together with that of accounting, finance and management, has won worldwide acclaim. Its research, teaching and professional development profile covers key and topical areas of new venture creation and business growth that address both regional needs and the interest of international markets, focusing particularly on entrepreneurship policy issues, new venture creation, innovation and economic development, marketing, international business, social entrepreneurship, organisational studies, human resources, and institutional links with industry.

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As a new school for a new world, EBS is now poised to move forward with a range of innovativeinitiatives including an enhancement of its research portfolio, continuing professional development, and a new suite of MBA and related programmes concerned with innovation and entrepreneurship and sustainable business strategy. The School has established a niche centre of international research educational excellence in entrepreneurship (ICER), contributing to the development of a critical appreciation of entrepreneurship, and its role in business, society and the economy.

International Centre for Entrepreneurship ResearchBased in Essex Business School, the Centre for Entrepreneurship Research (ICER) provides a focus for research activity in the area of Enterprise and Innovation, a key area of the University’s development in Southend-on-Sea. The Centre’s main aim is to develop a forum for excellence in entrepreneurship research and dissemination, focusing on varied aspects of new venture creation (in and for business, non-governmental organisations, large enterprises and social enterprise), innovative growth, and the impact of entrepreneurship on regional and local economic development.

The Centre builds on the research portfolio of all academic staff, and supports the work of research students and a group of Enterprise Fellows. CER has already established working links with similar centres in the UK and in India, China, USA, Poland, France, Italy, South Africa and Colombia. It houses the well-established International Entrepreneurship Forum and has good working links with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and its Local Employment and Economic Development (LEED) Programme.

The Centre has also developed an impressive track record of action-research based projects, training and consultancy programmes, and advisory initiatives for a range of public, private and non-governmental organisations. It houses the unique China Business Research Group funded by the Shandong Weigao Group Company Ltd in China, and focusing on China-European business connections and technology based entrepreneurship respectively.

The General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of LithuaniaIn the XVI–XVII centuries the area in Antakalnis district, where the building complex of the General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania is located today, belonged to the noblemen Sapiegos. Even today a Baroque palace (XVII c. last decade) built by the Grand Etymon of the Great Duchy of Lithuania Kazimieras Jonas Sapiega, God Jesus Church, Trinitory Monastery, other buildings and part of the park are located in the neighborhood of the Military Academy. The palace got its present looks after reconstruction in the middle of XIX century for it was damaged during the Rebellion in 1794. From the end of XVIII c. military hospital, barracks, and other military facilities of Czar Russian Army (in 1812 France Army leaded by Napoleon) were located in this complex. In 1861–1863 Cadet Corps of Emperor Alexander were located here (Rus. Александровский Брест-Литовский кадетский корпус)

In 1919–1939 the Complex belonged to Polish Armed Forces and Vilnius University Clinics. In 1940 Military School was moved from Kaunas to Vilnius and turned into Soviet Vilnius Infantry School that existed in 1940–1941 and 1945–1953. Since 1953 Soviet Higher Education Anti Air-Craft Defence Radio Electronic School was located here. In 1992 National Defence School of Lithuanian Armed Forces was established in the place which was reorganized into Military Academy of Lithuania in 1994.

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Conference ContactFor any organisational issues regarding the conference (e.g. accommodation booking, transfers from and/or to the airport, visa letters, special dietary needs etc.) please contact Ms Joanna Pauk at the following address.

Please quote the main query in the subject line when emailing to ensure our speedy response.

Ms Joanna Pauk Research and Conference Assistant International Centre for Entrepreneurship ResearchEssex Business SchoolUniversity of EssexElmer ApproachSouthend-on-SeaEssex SS1 1LW UKWebsite: http://www.essex.ac.uk/conferences/ief/12th/Tel: +44 (0) 1702 32 8396Fax: +44 (0) 1702 328387E-mail: [email protected]

Top 10 Attractions in Vilnius

1. Vilnius Cathedral

Vilnius Cathedral is thought to be one of the most important symbols of Lithuanian

capital. It is a magnificent prayer house keeping many secrets in its catacombs and

attracting visitors by its architecture

2. Gediminas Castle

Gediminas Castle built in about 1230 is one of the most famous castles of

Lithuania. It's main tower is known as a symbol of Vilnius and Lithuania and is

always included into tours around Vilnius city.

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3. Gate of Dawn

The Gate of Dawn is one of the greatest highlights in Vilnius. This miracle and

religious place attracts people from all over the world.

4. Vilnius University

Vilnius University is not only the oldest university in Lithuania, but also and one of

the oldest in Europe. The university is famous not only for education quality but and

for its interesting history and marvellous appearance of the Old ensemble of Vilnius

university located in the Old Town.

5. St. Anne's Church

St. Anne's Church is a church which will definitely leave an impression, maybe the

same as it once left to Napoleon Bonaparte himself, who wanted to take it to Paris

with him in the palm of his own hand if it were ever possible.

6. Vilnius Town Hall

Vilnius Town Hall designed by Laurynas Stuoka-Gucevičius for many years has

been and continues to be one of the main hubs of trading, festivities, celebrations

and other culture events in Vilnius.

7. The Bastion of Vilnius defensive wall

The Bastion of Vilnius defensive wall is a very picturesque place in the Vilnius Old

Town which keeps many historical secrets. Visiting it may reveal some of them

thus the ambivalent atmosphere still will not be dispelled...

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8. Vilnius TV Tower

Vilnius TV Tower is the highest building in Lithuania. Inside Vilnius TV Tower at the

height of 165 meters there is a restaurant "Paukščių takas" ("Milky Way"). Visiting it

for a dinner and a great panoramic view is a must for everyone staying in Vilnius.

9. The Park of Europe

The Park of Europe is a very surprising open air museum located in the city of

Vilnius. Visitors of this museum are always persuaded that the European art can

be extremely original.

10. National Museum of Lithuania

National Museum Of Lithuania is one of the most important and oldest museums in

Lithuania. National museum of Lithuania contains thousands of different exhibits

and over 250 000 visitors see the museum every year.

Source: http://www.way2lithuania.com/en/travel-lithuania/top-10-sights-in-Vilnius

TrakaiTrakai is the city situated between 3 lakes, 28 km West from Vilnius that represents Lithuania for more than two million tourists every year. It is well known for its natural beauty of landscapes, wildlife reserves, forests and the island castle on lake Galvė which is the only one of its kind in Europe. According to 2008 data, there are approximately 5400 inhabitants in Trakai. The area of the city is 11, 5 km2 .

History of Trakai began in the 13th century when 4 km from nowadays city the Old Trakai was established. It is told that the Old Trakai was one of the strongest defensive cities of Lithuania in the 13th century as the Duchy of Lithuania was being attacked by the Teutonic Order regularly.

In 1321 the capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania was moved from Kernavė to the Old Trakai by the grand duke Gediminas, but after one year the capital was moved to Vilnius. In 1375 the New Trakai (the nowadays city) became one of the most important administrative organs in Lithuania. According to historical facts, New Trakai was the place where the Grand Duke of Lithuania Vytautas was born. His parents were the grand duke Kęstutis and his wife Birutė.

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Vytautas was a very powerful leader of Lithuania as the country was widened from the Baltic to the Black sea during his dominance from 1392 to 1430. Believing in the city power, more than 400 Karaite families moved to Trakai from Crimea after successful Vytautas` campaign against the Golden Horde in the end of 14th century. In fact, the constant aggression of the Crusaders was stopped only after the eminent battle of Žalgiris in 1410 which was so triumphant because of being thoroughly planned by Vytautas in Trakai. As a consequence, Lithuania became the biggest country in Europe until the unification with Poland in the 1569. The meaning of Trakai as a center of trade, politics and culture decreased in 15-16th centuries. In the middle of the 17th century Trakai was hardly damaged by the Russian military forces when both Trakai castles –the Old and the New one deteriorated into debris. The New Castle was rebuilt only in 1962. Nowadays a Museum of History is situated there.

Trakai nowadays

Trakai is thought to be one of the most entertaining short period holiday resorts in Lithuania. In 2008 the city got the official national status to be a resort. There is no doubt that it is really worth to be of this kind as there are plenty leisure time activities such like swimming, fishing, boating and others. The resort is also famous for its history museum in the Trakai castle where visitors are able to see a breathtaking exhibition of many historical relicts from ancient tools to clothes and furniture. What is more, music performances and festivals are held in the yard of the castle. Such events attract music fans a lot as the past and the present unites into one amazing show. If a city guest wants to feel the real Trakai, visiting the Trakai island castle is not the only one necessity. They must have the local special meal called kybyn as well. Kybyn is a national dish of Karaite nation that is one of the main nationalities living in Trakai. There are many cottages and recreation complexes for visitors to stay as well as wide range of local homesteads where city guests can try various exotic entertainments like sailing in an aero-boat, horse riding, paragliding or even trying to find your way back from the forest at night. Everybody could find something interesting to do as there are many different time spending variants.

Despite the fact Trakai has lost its former majesty, the city is still attractive and interesting for many people from all over the world. Not many little cities are so attention catching, but strange yet true, this little township is very exceptional and attracts many visitors every year.

Source: http://www.way2lithuania.com/en/travel-lithuania/towns-and-countryside/trakai

Excursion to Trakai could be offered:http://www.balticoperator.lt/EN

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