Dear Professor/Colleague,

We are pleased to invite you to the 12th International Scientific Conference ERAZ 2026 – Knowledge-Based Sustainable Development, which will take place June 10–12, 2026, at Sina Villa Medici, a historic early 19th-century palace in the heart of Florence, Italy.

The conference will be organized in a hybrid format, enabling participation in person in Florence or online via Zoom/virtually.

Building on the success of previous editions, the conference continues to bring together researchers and professionals to discuss contemporary challenges and developments across a wide range of disciplines.

Conference Scope

ERAZ 2026 welcomes original research in the following fields:

Quality Management · Law · Agribusiness · Ecology and Energy · Information Technologies · Education · Tourism · Economics · Management · Globalization · Hospitality · Accounting · and many more.

Publication & Indexing

ERAZ Conference Selected Papers are indexed in the Web of Science – Conference Proceedings Citation Index (Social Sciences & Humanities) (indexed since 2020; all subsequent volumes under evaluation).

Conference publications are also currently under evaluation for Scopus.

Key Dates

• Abstract submission deadline: May 21, 2026
• Full paper submission deadline: August 30, 2026 (optional)

Organization & Partners

The conference is organized by the Association of Economists and Managers of the Balkans (UdEkoM Balkans) in cooperation with international partner institutions, including:

• Faculty of Logistics, University of Maribor (Slovenia)
• University of National and World Economy – UNWE, Sofia (Bulgaria)
• Center for Political Research and Documentation (KEPET), University of Crete (Greece)
• Institute of Public Finance – Zagreb (Croatia)
• Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Ohrid, University of St. Kliment Ohridski, Bitola (North Macedonia)

Best Presentation Award (In-Person Sessions)

To further recognize excellence, ERAZ 2026 introduces a Best Presentation Award, which includes:

• Scholarship of USD 1,500 for the Academy of Management (AOM) Annual Meeting 2027
• Official certificate and recognition at the Closing Ceremony
• Announcement on the conference website and social media channels

This award is supported by the Academy of Management Community Accelerated Program (AOMCAP). AOM is an international organization connecting scholars and professionals in management and related fields worldwide.

For registration details and further information, please visit:

👉 www.eraz-conference.com

We look forward to your contribution and to welcoming you to Florence.

With kind regards,

The ERAZ 2026 Organizing Team

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Why Become a UdEkoM Balkans Member?

UdEkoM Balkans members benefit from free or discounted participation in all UdEkoM Balkans conferences, scientific events, and academic workshops.

In 2026 alone, we plan to organize five international conferences and at least three academic workshops, ensuring year-round academic engagement and visibility for our members.

🔗 Learn more about membership options:

https://udekom-balkans.com/membership-fee/

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