PRME NA Chapter Biennial Meeting

Hosted by Loyola Marymount University
July 16–18, 2026 | Los Angeles, California

The College of Business Administration at Loyola Marymount University is honored to host the 8th PRME Chapter North America (PRME NA) Biennial Meeting on July 16-18, 2026, in Los Angeles, California.

This meeting provides a forum for PRME NA business school faculty, staff, students, and partners to share their innovative work advancing the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) and other aspects of Responsible Management Education (RME).

We invite contributions that explore innovation in research, pedagogy, and practice - approaches that help business schools cultivate leaders to create, innovate, and collaborate for the enduring betterment of the world and society. Submissions may include original empirical or conceptual research, scholarship of teaching and learning, curricular or co-curricular initiatives, and examples of institutional practice aligned with the PRME principles.

Theme: Innovation for Thriving Futures

What innovations in business and business education enable people, organizations, and communities to create enduring impact and flourishing in a rapidly changing world?

The 2026 meeting will feature:

• Pre-conference Learning Journey (July 16) – The Convening: Tri-Sector Innovation – a gathering of educators, business leaders, diplomatic corps, NGOs, and key stakeholders to explore how we might better collaborate and develop shared strategies to care for our common home and create meaningful change and impact. The day will feature TED-style “firestarter” talks, interactive roundtable discussions, and collaborative ideation sessions designed to generate actionable insights and foster long-term partnerships. It will feature a graphic recorder to capture the learning journey through dialogue and discussion. 
• Keynote sessions highlighting innovative academic, corporate, and consular leaders.
• Panel of Leaders at Academic Journals
• Deans/Associate Deans panels
• Interactive pedagogical workshops
• Collaborative research development opportunities
• Chapter Interest Group (topical collaborations) breakout sessions and collaborations
• Opportunities for creating cross-institutional, trans-national, and inter-disciplinary partnerships for future research development.

Call for Proposals

We invite submissions in the following formats:

• Individual Paper Presentations
• Panel Presentations
• Interactive Workshops (specify desired time frame for potential pre-conference or concurrent sessions)
• Posters (displayed for the duration of the conference with designated engagement times)

To continue growing the dynamic community element of PRME North America and fostering our collaborative environment, in-person presentations are the primary means of engagement during the biennial conferences. Hybrid presentation proposals may be accepted, in certain circumstances, at the discretion of the selection committee. Any proposed hybrid session must include at least one in-person participant and include a backup plan in case of technical difficulties.

Submission Deadline: March 2, 2026
Notification of Acceptance: March 20, 2026

Submission Guidelines

Each proposal should include the following:

1. Indication of alignment with the PRME Principles - choose only one: Purpose, Values, Teaching, Research, Partnership, Dialogue, Organizational Practices
2. Preferred Category: Paper, Panel, Workshop, or Poster
3. Title
4. Authors/Presenters and PRME Signatory Affiliations
5. 250-word Abstract/Description
6. (For Workshops) Desired Time Frame and Format Details

Suggested Topics

Proposals may address, but are not limited to, the following themes:

• Innovation and the SDGs
• Responsible leadership and decision-making
• Technology and ethics (including AI and digital transformation)
• Circular and regenerative economies or business models
• Indigenous and local knowledge systems
• Migration, displacement, and social entrepreneurship
• Governance, accountability, and transparency
• Creative pedagogies and experiential learning in RME
• Partnerships for enduring impact
• Assessment, accreditation, and PRME integration (AACSB, EQUIS, etc.)
• Discipline-specific teaching innovations, competencies and metrics, experiential activities, student projects, and cross-sector collaborations that advance innovation for thriving futures.

Join us in Los Angeles as we come together to explore how innovation and responsible management education can shape the thriving futures for all.

Submit your proposals to unprmena@outlook.com.

On-Campus Accommodations

For attendees seeking a budget-friendly and immersive experience, on-campus housing will be available. 

All accommodations are located in LMU’s suite-style residence halls. Each suite includes:

• Two Twin-XL size beds
• A shared bathroom between two adjoining suites
• Basic furnishings
• Walking distance to the conference

Attendees may choose between:

• Shared Room: $106/night
• Single Room: $187/night

Book your on-campus housing here – link coming soon

Nearby Hotels

We’ve secured special rates at several hotels near campus and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Below is a summary of the options, along with a direct link to book your room.

*Note: Rates are subject to change. Please confirm directly with the hotel when booking.

Transportation Options

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is 10 minutes from the LMU campus. A variety of transportation options are available to get you to campus:

• Airport shuttles: Many hotels near LAX provide complimentary shuttle services to and from the airport.
• Rideshare services, such as Uber and Lyft, are widely available.
• Taxi services are available.

Campus Parking

• On-campus parking is available at LMU’s daily parking rate. Details will be shared closer to the event.