Announcements

September 30, 2024

Journal of Comparative International Management (JCIM)

Special Issue:

“Steering Towards More Credible and Societally Relevant International Business & Management Research”

Guest Editors:
Prof. Bo NIELSEN, University of Sydney, Australia 
Prof. Jelena CERAR, Vienna University of Economics and Business, Austria
Prof. Roberta AGUZZOLI, University of Durham, United Kingdom
Prof. Agnieszka CHIDLOW, University of Birmingham, United Kingdom 

Publication date:
December 2026

CALL FOR PAPERS

 Introduction
As scholars, we aim to contribute to and move forward ongoing research debates via the creation and publication of scientific knowledge within the academic communities to which we belong. In doing so, our work plays an important part in the development of knowledge. While many top academic journals focus on theoretical contributions, academic scholarship runs the risk of both a lack methodological credibility (Mayer et al., 2017; Beugelsdijk et al., 2020) and a connection with the ‘real world’, often viewed as relevance to a broader society when addressing today’s grand challenges (Buckley et al., 2017). Indeed, most of our scholarly research seems to be devoted to scientific discoveries with little, if any, focus on societal impact that is both relevant and rigorous (Cuervo-Cazurra et al., 2016; Tihanyi, 2020; Moniel et al., 2021; Tsui & McKieran, 2022). This is rather surprising given the depth and breadth of intellectual resources being devoted to research on international business and management issues of potentially great value for addressing the grand challenges outlined by the United Nation’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (United Nations, 2015). Research on grand social challenges is usually phenomenon driven (Wickert et al., 2021), often necessitating research designs that are methodologically diverse in order to capture real world impact, complexity, and relevance while still remaining rigorous and trustworthy (Alvesson & Gabriel, 2013). This, in turn, raises questions about how our research can simultaneously be both societally relevant and scientifically credible, which is part of ongoing scientific discussions around “relevance vs rigor” within management scholarship to ensure “impact beyond their domain” (Sullivan & Daniels, 2008: 1082). 

This Special Issue is devoted to steering our academic community towards responsible research (RRBM, 2015), representing scientific work that produces credible knowledge that prepares and allows decision makers to tackle such grand challenges. Specifically, this Special Issue seeks to bring together business and management scholars and practitioners who are committed to elevating the scientific responsibility of the community in generating knowledge that transcends academic boundaries and makes a meaningful and credible societal impact.

We contend that the investigation of social challenges may demand application of different methodological designs to help break the status-quo paradigm in international business and management research (e.g., Cerar, Nell, & Reiche, 2021; Nielsen et al., 2020). Indeed, we welcome plurality in both theory, methods, and research design as a way develop more credible socially impactful research. Hence, we are open to qualitative, quantitative, and/or mixed methods as well as conceptual pieces that help further credible and socially impactful scholarship.

Aims and Scope
This Special Issue aims to steer the international business and management scholarship towards responsible research that is both credible and appropriate in addressing existing dilemmas surrounding social challenges (Aguinis, Cascio, & Ramani, 2017; Cuervo-Cazurra et al., 2016; Tsui & McKiernan, 2022). Conceiving research as a practical tool of social relevance is important as there is an urgent need amongst scientific communities to play a more active role in ensuring that academic scholarship is “fit for purpose” (Hoffman, 2021). In doing so, it is imperative that academic scholarship meets the highest standards of credibility, trustworthiness, and methodological rigor advocated in top journals (e.g., Arnold, 2021; Beugelsdijk, van Witteloostuijn, & Mayer, 2020; Cuervo-Cazurra, Andersson, Brannen, Nielsen, & Reuber, 2016; Dau, Santagelo, & van Witteloostuijn, 2022; Eden, 2010), while at the same time contributing to addressing societally relevant topics. Only when both social relevance and academic rigor are at the forefront can academic scholarship truly make a credible societal impact! Therefore, this Special Issues seeks to foster a better understanding of how the international business and management academic community actively can conduct credible research with greater social relevance and impact by answering the following (not exhaustive list of) questions:

Potential Questions to be Addressed:

  1. How can responsible current international business and management research and practices contribute to the public good?
  2. What are the consequences of transitioning to more credible and relevant international business and management research (e.g. additional administrative burdens, performance expectations, work intensification etc.) and how can these be addressed?
  3. What strategies and initiatives can be implemented to promote greater transparency in data collection, analysis, and reporting, thereby enhancing the credibility and impact of international business and management research?
  4. In what ways can scholars bridge the gap between theoretical models and practical applicability in the context of international business and managerial practices?
  5. What are the ethical considerations and responsibilities of scholars in conducting research that impacts international business and management policies and practices?
  6. How can interdisciplinary approaches strengthen the credibility and social relevance of international business and management research in addressing global challenges?
  7. What role does diversity and inclusion play in producing research that is both credible and socially relevant in the field of international business and management research?
  8. How can international business and management research be aligned with and contribute to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
  9. How can international businesses and management research responsibly integrate and govern emerging technologies, such as AI and blockchain, to enhance both operational efficiency and societal well-being?

 Submission Guidelines
Prospective authors are invited to submit original research contributions that align with the aims and scope of this special issue. Submissions should adhere to the guidelines of the journal and clearly address the theme of "Steering Towards More Credible and Societally Relevant International Business & Management Research."

Important Dates

  • Submission Open (now)
  • Submission Deadline: June 15th, 2025
  • Peer Review Completion: December 30th, 2025
  • Final Manuscript Submission: July 31st, 2026
  • Expected Publication: December 2026

Guest Editors
Prof. Bo NIELSEN, University of Sydney
Prof. Jelena CERAR, WU Vienna University of Economics and Business
Prof. Roberta AGUZZOLI, University of Durham
Prof. Agnieszka CHIDLOW, University of Birmingham (UK)

Contact:
For inquiries and submission details, please contact:
Bo Nielsen, bo.nielsen@sydney.edu.au

We look forward to receiving your contributions towards advancing the discourse on credible and socially relevant research in International Business and Management. Together, let's shape a future where academic credibility aligns seamlessly with societal impact.

References
Aguinis, H., Cascio, W. F., & Ramani, R. S. (2017). Science’s reproducibility and replicability crisis: International business is not immune. Journal of International Business Studies, 48(6), 653-663.

Alvesson, M., & Gabriel, Y. (2013). Beyond formulaic research: In praise of greater diversity in organizational research and publications. Academy of Management Learning & Education, 12, 245-263.

Arnold, D. G. (2021). Universal research ethics and international business studies. Journal of International Business Studies, 52, 1229-1237.

Beugelsdijk, S., van Witteloostuijn, A., & Mayer, K. E. (2020). A new approach to data access and research transparency (DART). Journal of International Business Studies, 51, 887-905.

Buckley, P.J., Doh, J.P., & Benischke, M.H. (2017). Towards a renaissance in international business research? Big questions, grand challenges, and the future of IB scholarship. Journal of International Business Studies, 48, 1045-1064.

Cerar, J., Nell, P. C., & Reiche, B. S. (2021). The declining share of primary data and the neglect of the individual level in international business research. Journal of International Business Studies, 52(7), 1365-1374.

Cuervo-Cazurra, A., Andersson, U., Brannen, M. Y., Nielsen, B., & Reuber, R. (2016). From the Editors: Can I trust your findings? Ruling out alternative explanations in international business research. Journal of International Business Studies, 47(8), 881–897.

Dau, L. A., Santagelo, G. D., & `van Witteloostuijn, A. (2022). Replication studies in international business. Journal of International Business Studies, 53, 215-230.

Delios, A. 2017. The death and rebirth (?) of international business research. Journal of Management Studies, 54, 391-397.

Eden, L. (2010). Letter from the editor in chief: scientists behaving badly. Journal of International Business Studies, 41(4), 561–566.

Hoffman, A. J. (2021). The engaged scholar: Expanding the impact of academic research in today’s world. Stanford University Press.

Nielsen, B. B., Welch, C., Chidlow, A., Miller, S. R., Aguzzoli, R., Gardner, E., ... & Pegoraro, D. (2020). Fifty years of methodological trends in JIBS: Why future IB research needs more triangulation. Journal of International Business Studies, 51(9), 1478-1499.

Meyer, K., van Witteloostuijn, A., & Beugelsdijk, S. (2017). What is in a p? Reassessing best practices for conducting and reporting hypothesis-testing research. Journal of International Business Studies, 48(5), 535–551.

Montiel, I., Cuervo-Cazurra, A., Park, J., Antolín-López, R., & Husted, B. W. (2021). Implementing the United Nations' sustainable development goals in international business. Journal of International Business Studies, 52(5), 999-1030.

Responsible Research in Business and Management (2017). A Vision for Responsible Research in Business and Management: Striving for Useful and Credible Knowledge,  Download from https://rrbm.network/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Position-Paper_revised_8April2020.pdf

Tihanyi, L. (2020). From “That’s interesting” to “that’s important”. Academy of Management Journal, 63(2), 329-331.

Tsui, A., & McKiernan, P. (2022) Understanding Scientific Freedom & Scientific Responsibility in Business & Management Research. Journal of Management Studies, 59(6), 1604-1627.

United Nations (2015) General Assembly, Transforming our world: The 2013 Agenda for Sustainable Development, A/RES/70/1: https://www.un.org/en/development/desa/population/migration/generalassembly/docs/globalcompact/A_RES_70_1_E.pdf

Wickert, C., Post, C., Doh, J. P., Prescott, J. E., & Prencipe, A. (2021). Management research that makes a difference: Broadening the meaning of impact. Journal of Management Studies, 58(2), 297-320.

 

September, 15th, 2024

Journal of Comparative International Management

SPECIAL ISSUE IN COLLABORATION WITH AIB USNE (ACADEMY OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS USA NORTH EAST)

“Global Connection and Artificial Intelligence: How AI is Changing the Geographic Boundaries of Firms”

Guest Editors:
John Cantwell (Rutgers University, USA
Elie Chrysostome, Ivey Business School, Western University, Canada
Mohammad Elahee, University, USA
Crystal Jiang, Bryant University, USA

 Supervising Editor:
Crystal Jiang, Bryant University, USA

Deadline for Submission: January 31. 2025

Background and Rationale for the Special Issue
The theme for this special issue focused on the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in global business. It aims to explore how AI enhances international strategies, addresses ethical and regulatory concerns, and reshapes market dynamics. By examining AI’s influence on cultural adaptation, supply chain efficiency, marketing and finance, this special issue aims to inform strategic decision-making in the rapidly evolving landscape of international management.

In conjunction with the upcoming 2024 conference of AIB US Northeast Chapter in Boston, the Journal of Comparative International Management is pleased to announce a call for papers for a special issue dedicated to exploring the multifaceted intersection of AI and global connectivity in the realm of international business.

The special issue seeks to extend and deepen the scholarly conversations initiated at the conference, with a particular emphasis on empirical research, theoretical insights, and practical implications related to AI's impact on international business dynamics.

Potential Topics
This special issue welcomes submissions with an interdisciplinary perspective that explore, but are not limited to, the following topics:

  • The role of AI in enhancing global business strategies and fostering international
  • Ethical, social, and regulatory considerations surrounding AI deployment in international
  • AI-driven innovations and their repercussions on global market dynamics and
  • AI's influence on cultural adaptation, talent management, and HR practices within multinational corporations.
  • Enhancing efficiency and resilience in global supply chains through the integration of artificial intelligence and digital technologies.
  • The impact of AI on international marketing, consumer behavior, and digital
  • Addressing cross-cultural and geopolitical challenges in the era of
  • Exploring the intersection of fintech and international finance in the context of
  • Utilizing AI tools and methodologies for enhancing international business pedagogy and experiential education.
  • Anticipating future trends in AI technology and their potential global

Submission Details
Manuscripts should be original and not under consideration by any other publication. Submissions must follow the journal's formatting guidelines and undergo a double-blind peer review process. Authors are invited to submit by January 31, 2025 electronically through the journal's online submission system:

https://journals.lib.unb.ca/index.php/JCIM/about/submissions

All submissions should strictly adhere to the journal guidelines: https://journals.lib.unb.ca/index.php/JCIM/about/submissions


Important dates
Submission Deadline: March 15, 2025
Notification of Decision: April 30, 2025
Revisions & Resubmissions: July 1, 2025
Final Manuscript Submission: August 31, 2025
Publication Date: December 2025

For inquiries and submissions, please contact the Guest Editors:
Crystal Jiang, Bryant University, USA: cjiang1@bryant.edu
Elie Chrysostome, Ivey Business School, Canada: echrysostome@ivey.ca
Mohammad Elahee, Quinnipiac University, USA: mohammad.elahee@qu.edu

 

References: 

Alcácer, J., Cantwell, J.A. and Piscitello, L. (2016), 'Internationalization in the information age: A new era for places, firms, and international business networks?', Journal of International Business Studies, 47(5), 499-512.

Biographies of Guest Editors:
John Cantwell Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of International Business at Rutgers University, NJ, is a former editor-in chief of the Journal of International Business Studies. A globally renowned researcher, Dr. John Cantwell has published fifteen books, over 90 articles in refereed academic journals, and over 90 chapters in edited collections. His published research spans the fields of International Business and Management, Economics, Economic History, Economic Geography, Philosophy, and Innovation Studies. Dr. Cantwell has previously taught international economics at the University of Reading in the UK and has been Visiting Professor at the University of Rome "La Sapienza", the University of the Social Sciences, Toulouse, and the University of Economics and Business Administration, Vienna. He is the author of Technological Innovation and Multinational Corporations (Basil Blackwell, 1989). This book helped to launch a new literature on multinational companies and international networks for technology creation, beyond merely international technology transfer.

Elie Chrysostome Ph.D., is Professor of International Business at Ivey Business School in Canada. He is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Comparative International Management (JCIM) and a Research Fellow at SOAS at the University of London (UK). He has also taught at Laval University and University of Moncton in Canada and the State University of New York at Plattsburgh, USA. He was a visiting scholar at HEC-Montreal (Canada) and an invited scholar at leading business schools including the Thunderbird School of Global Management (USA), Haute Ecole de Gestion de Fribourg (Switzerland), Laval University (Canada), Universite Paris- Dauphine (France), Wroclaw University of Economics (Poland), University of Johannesburg (South Africa) and Alfred Nobel University (Ukraine). His research interests are international entrepreneurship, especially immigrant and transnational diaspora entrepreneurship, small business internationalization, Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) in Emerging Markets and capacity building in Developing Countries.

Mohammad Niamat Elahee Ph.D., is Perlroth Professor of International Business at Quinnipiac University, CT. He also taught in multiple countries including Bangladesh, China, Egypt, France, Mexico and most recently, in Jordan as a US Fulbright Professor. His research interests include Artificial Intelligence, cross-cultural negotiations, consumer animosity & ethnocentrism, and globalization. He has coauthored a textbook on globalization and edited a book on the nuclear deal between Iran and the West. Dr. Elahee serves as a reviewer of grant applications for the US Department of Education. He has been cited in various newspapers and magazines such as Newsweek, Washington Post, Huffington Post, etc. and frequently appears in various US based TV news programs focused on economy and global politics.

Supervising Editor:
Crystal Jiang Ph.D. is Professor of Management at Bryant University. Professor Jiang’s research focuses on innovation management of emerging market firms. Her research has appeared in journals such as the Journal of Management, Journal of International Business Studies, Journal of World Business, Journal of International Management, and among others. She currently serves as an Executive Board Member of the Academy of International Business U.S. Northeast Chapter, as Associate Editor of New England Journal of Entrepreneurship, and as a Guest Editor for the Journal of International Management. She earned her Ph.D. in International Business from Temple University.

 

August 30, 2024

Journal of comparative international management

Call For Papers:

"Migration, diasporas and international business- the changing landscape of global business actors and patterns"

Guest editors 
Prof. Maria Elo, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark 
Prof. Maria Ivanova-Gongne, Åbo Akademi University, Finland 
Dr. Alexandra David, Institute for Work and Technology, Westfälische Hochschule, Germany 
Prof. Ilia Gugenishvili, Åbo Akademi University, Finland 
Dr. Elham Kalhor, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark 

Aim and scope:
The interconnected realms of migration, diaspora, and international business intersect in multifaceted ways, shaping global trade and investment dynamics as well as socioeconomic landscapes (UNECE, 2021). Migration, driven by factors such as economic opportunity, geopolitical conflicts and wars, and environmental change, is prompting significant demographic shifts and labour market transformations worldwide. These changes influence international entrepreneurship, trade, investments and remittance flows taking place both in and in-between host and home countries; as a result, business landscapes and actors as well as institutions around them evolve (Elo, Täube & Servais, 2022; David & Schäfer, 2022). Today, remarkable economic flows and business-related interdependencies are demonstrated across host and home countries.

Diasporas, formed by migrant communities dispersed across borders, serve as conduits for cultural exchange, investment, and knowledge transfer between origin and destination countries. These transnational networks play pivotal roles in fostering trade, entrepreneurship, and innovation, facilitating cross-border collaborations, knowledge transfer, off-track business models, and market expansions (Elo & Minto-Coy, 2018).

For the migrants themselves, the migration process entails several challenges, such as learning host country language, recognition of their skills in the new place, as well as potential discrimination and alienation (Ivanova-Gongne et al., 2021; David et al., 2023). At the same time, migrants possess particular entrepreneurial and business potential both for the receiving country’s business environment, as well as for the global business environment, leveraging their increased agency in dealing with adversities, transnational connections, as well as increased cross-cultural competences. Migrants’ intercultural and linguistic competences, as well as the ability to switch between cultural interpretative frames and schemas (see Ivanova-Gongne, 2015) may provide them with particular in-between advantages (Riddle & Brinkerhoff, 2011; Brinkerhoff, 2016). Yet, limited linguistic skills in the host country language may act as a liability and diminish their self-perceived power in business interactions (Ivanova-Gongne et al., 2023).

In addition to the multifaceted roles played by migrants and diasporans in international business, it is crucial to recognize the significant contributions of family businesses within this context. Family businesses, which constitute a substantial portion of the global economy (Birdthistle & Hales, 2023), operate within the nexus of migration, diaspora, and international commerce (Kalhor & Yassine, 2021). These enterprises often rely on familial ties and networks across borders to facilitate market entry (Arregle et al., 2021) and navigate cultural nuances (Sharma, 2004). By utilizing the expertise and connections of migrant or diaspora family members, these businesses effectively bridge the gap between origin and destination countries (Long, 2014; Elo, 2024), contributing to economic development and cross-cultural exchange. Understanding the dynamics of family businesses within the broader framework of migration and diaspora engagement in international business is essential for fostering inclusive growth and sustainable development on a global scale.

Beyond impacts such as trade and investments, migrants and diasporans also serve global economy as an important talent pool. In the realm of international business, migration and diaspora engagement influence business strategies related to talent acquisition, market penetration, and global supply chains. Companies harness diaspora networks for innovation capacity, market insights, language skills, and cultural competencies, leveraging diverse perspectives to navigate complex international markets (Rabbiosi et al., 2023). Furthermore, diaspora entrepreneurs contribute to economic development through transferring technology, knowledge and ideas, entrepreneurial investments, social and institutional remittances, learning and job creation in both home and host countries (Minto-Coy, Elo & Chrysostome, 2019).

Challenges related to brain drain, social integration, political instability, gender discrimination, and growing inequalities underscore the complexities inherent in migration and diaspora engagement for businesses. Navigating these dynamics requires nuanced approaches that recognize the diverse experiences and contributions of migrants and diaspora communities while addressing socioeconomic disparities and fostering inclusive business on a global scale. The success of both economic and social integration into the host country and its business environment, depends both on the agency of the integrating individual and on adaptations in the host society. However, achieving this goal can be challenging in the presence of existing prejudice and stereotypes in the host society. A business context that provides linguistic, cultural, racial, religious, and gender inclusion and supports social capital development while encouraging switching between a variety of cultural frames represents one of the challenges (Welter, 2011). Virtual reality (VR) for instance may act as a promising tool that can overcome the limitations of stereotyping and empower the development of cross-cultural competences among individuals of various backgrounds, both amongst migrants and local society. Hence, updated approaches are needed to explore antecedents, processes and outcomes contributing to sustainable development and capacity development.

The special issue welcomes conceptual papers, quantitative and qualitative empirical papers as well as country-comparisons on these themes.

The following list illustrates possible topics that would be welcomed in the special issue:

  • Host and home country economic and business interdependencies, resource flows and patterns
  • Migration and diaspora effects on trade, investment, country/regional competitiveness and business landscapes/entrepreneurial ecosystems
  • Evolving types of global business actors, understanding their virtual/online forms and the role of technology
  • Diasporans and diaspora networks bridging large psychic distances in international business
  • International entrepreneurial orientation, aspirations and international business strategies
  • Migrant entrepreneurs’ social, cultural and linguistic capitals
  • Strategies for overcoming adversities and fostering migrant/diasporic agency in global business
  • Determinants and dynamics related to migrant- and migrant family business internationalization
  • Diversity programs for overcoming stereotyping of migrants as business actors
  • Use of emerging technologies, such as VR, in addressing stereotyping of migrants
  • Multilevel analysis covering micro-to-macro frameworks and dynamics

Guest editors 
Prof. Maria Elo, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark 
Prof. Maria Ivanova-Gongne, Åbo Akademi University, Finland 
Dr. Alexandra David, Institute for Work and Technology, Westfälische Hochschule, Germany 
Prof. Ilia Gugenishvili, Åbo Akademi University, Finland 
Dr. Elham Kalhor, University of Southern Denmark, Denmark 

 
Submission information 
See authors guide with the link below: 
 https://journals.lib.unb.ca/index.php/JCIM/about/submissions#authorGuidelines 

Length of papers: 
15.000 words maximum (in general this means 30 pages single space maximum) 

Deadline for submissions 31.12.2024
Final publication planned for June 2025 

 

References 

Arregle, J. L., Chirico, F., Kano, L., Kundu, S. K., Majocchi, A., & Schulze, W. S. (2021). Family firm  internationalization: Past research and an agenda for the future. Journal of International Business Studies, 52(6), 1159-1198. 

Birdthistle, N., & Hales, R. (2023). The Family Business–Meaning and  Contribution to Global  Economies. Attaining the 2030 Sustainable Development Goal of Good Health and Well- Being, pp. 13–25. 

Brinkerhoff, J. M. (2016). Institutional reform and diaspora entrepreneurs: The in-between advantage.  Oxford University Press. 

Elo, M. (2024). Diaspora and Migrant Business Families. In Howorth, C. & Discua Cruz, A. (eds.)  Elgar Encyclopedia of Family Business (pp. 138-143). Edward Elgar Publishing. 

Elo, M., & Minto-Coy, I. (2018). Diaspora networks in international business. Cham: Springer. 

Elo, M., Täube, F. A., & Servais, P. (2022). Who is doing “transnational diaspora entrepreneurship”?  Understanding formal identity and status. Journal of World Business, 57(1), 101240. 

David, A., & Schäfer, S. (2022). Spatial perspectives on migrant entrepreneurship. ZFW–Advances in  Economic Geography, 66(3), 131-136. 

Ivanova-Gongne, M. (2015). Culture in business relationship interaction: an individual perspective.  Journal of Business & Industrial Marketing, 30(5), 608-615. 

Ivanova-Gongne, M., Barner-Rasmussen, W., Torkkeli, L., & Elo, M. (2023). Language in intercultural  business interactions: A self-perceived power perspective. Industrial Marketing Management, 115, 312-326. 

Ivanova-Gongne, M., Lång, S., Brännback, M., & Carsrud, A. (2021) Sensemaking by minority entrepreneurs: Role identities and linguistic embeddedness. Journal of Small Business & Entrepreneurship, 1-24. 

Kalhor, E., & Yassine, S. (2021). Internationalisation and family and non-family governance of businesses in developing countries: a comparative study in Egypt, Madagascar, Morocco  and Turkey. European Journal of International Management, 16(2), 276-293. 

Kotabe, M., Riddle, L., Sonderegger, P., & Täube, F. A. (2013). Diaspora investment and  entrepreneurship: the role of people, their movements, and capital in the international  economy. Journal of International Management, 19(1), 3-5. 

Long, J. C.  (2014). Diasporic Families: Cultures of Relatedness in Migration, Annals of the  Association of American Geographers, 104:2, 243–252, DOI: 
10.1080/00045608.2013.857545 

Minto-Coy, I., Elo, M., & Chrysostome, E. (2019). Transnational diaspora remittances and capacity   building in developing and transition countries: A contextual analysis in Caribbean   islands and central Asia. Capacity Building in Developing and Emerging Countries: From Mindset Transformation to Promoting Entrepreneurship and Diaspora  Involvement, 205-242. 

Rabbiosi, L., Di Lorenzo, F., Phene, A., & Almeida, P. (2023). Non-Ethnic Inventor Sourcing of Immigrant Knowledge: The Role of Social Communities. In The Palgrave Handbook of Global Migration in International Business (pp. 433-461). Cham: Springer International Publishing. 

Riddle, L., & Brinkerhoff, J. (2011). Diaspora entrepreneurs as institutional change agents: The case of Thamel. com. International Business Review, 20(6), 670-680. 

Terstriep, J., David, A., Ruthemeier, A., & Elo, M. (2023). The role of embeddedness of migrant start- ups in local entrepreneurial ecosystems during the COVID-19 crisis. Journal of  comparative international management, 26(1), 1-34. 

UNECE (2021) Leveraging diaspora for innovation for sustainable development, available at  https://unece.org/economic-cooperation-and-integration/news/leveraging-diaspora-innovation-sustainable-development , United Nations, 15 June 2021 

Welter, F. (2011). Contextualizing entrepreneurship—conceptual challenges and ways  forward. Entrepreneurship theory and Practice, 35(1), 165-184. 

 

July 31, 2024 

CALL FOR PAPERS 

SPECIAL ISSUE: NEW BUSINESS MODELS & MANAGEMENT SRATEGIES IN GLOBAL WINE INDUSTRY

 Guest Editors:
Emiliano Villanueva, Eastern Connecticut State University, USA
Mohammad Elahee, Quinnipiac University, USA
Special Issue Supervising Editor:
Nicolás Depetris Chauvin, HES-SO, Haute ècole de Gestion de Genève, Switzerland

Deadline for Submission: February 15, 2025

Background and Rationale for the Special Issue:

The Global Wine Industry, once considered a traditional sector steeped in heritage and craftsmanship, is experiencing a profound transformation in its business, management, and production practices. This is an exciting time for scholars like you to contribute to the evolving field of international wine business. One of the central dynamics driving change is the evolving consumer landscape. Shifts in consumer preferences towards premiumization, sustainable products, and unique experiences are reshaping marketing strategies, product portfolios, and brand positioning for wine companies worldwide. Understanding and adapting to these changing consumer demands are crucial for maintaining competitiveness and market relevance. The traditional competition between ‘Old World Wine’ and ‘New World Wine’ resulted in new business models altering the competitive landscape of the global wine industry where not only developed economies but also emerging economies have their place.

Technological advancements are at the forefront of this transformation, revolutionizing wine production and management practices. From precision viticulture techniques leveraging data analytics and IoT devices to innovative winemaking processes and quality control systems, technology is not just a tool but a catalyst for change. It enables wine businesses to optimize operations, enhance product quality, and reduce environmental impacts. Additionally, digital platforms and e-commerce solutions are expanding market reach, facilitating direct-to- consumer sales, and enabling personalized marketing approaches tailored to individual consumer preferences. This special issue is a platform to explore and discuss the potential of technology in the wine industry, and your insights, as scholars, are crucial and highly valued in this journey.

With climate change, sustainability has emerged as a core pillar of strategic management in the wine industry. Businesses increasingly integrate sustainable practices throughout the value chain, from environmentally friendly vineyard management practices and energy-efficient production methods to sustainable packaging solutions and supply chain transparency. Embracing sustainability aligns with consumer expectations, mitigates risks, enhances brand reputation, and fosters long-term resilience in a rapidly changing global market.

Moreover, globalization and international trade dynamics are pivotal in shaping the industry's landscape. Wine companies navigate complex regulatory environments, trade agreements, and market access considerations, requiring strategic internationalization strategies, supply chain optimization, and risk management frameworks. Collaborations, strategic alliances, and market diversification initiatives are critical strategies employed by wine businesses to navigate geopolitical uncertainties and capitalize on emerging market opportunities.

In light of these transformative dynamics at the intersection of business, management, and production practices, this special issue of the Journal of Comparative International Management aims to delve into the comparative management styles in wine industries across countries. Strategic challenges, innovative solutions, and best practices driving success in the Global Wine Industry are sought, especially relating to the participation of emerging countries in this very traditional and developed industry. We aim to advance knowledge, inform strategic decision-making, and contribute to wine businesses' sustainable growth and resilience in an increasingly interconnected global economy by fostering scholarly discourse and sharing empirical insights.

Scope and Topics

Consistent with the aim of the Journal of Comparative International Management to generate new ideas and thinking from analyses of theories related to international business and practices in the wine industry, we welcome submissions that explore, but are not limited to, the following topics regarding the global wine business industry:

Wine Industry Trends Impacting Emerging Markets: Studies in growing markets of emerging economies in Asia Pacific, South America, and Oceania, analyses of consumer preferences and the younger generations, and climate change and emerging terroirs.

Wine Business Model Innovations: Analyses of evolving business models within the wine industry, including traditional vs. disruptive models, direct-to-consumer approaches, and sustainability-driven models. Case studies on successful wine industry innovations, entrepreneurship ventures, wine tourism, collaboration models between startups and established players, and the role of innovation in driving industry competitiveness.

Wine Markets Entry Strategies: Wine market entry strategies employed by wine companies across different regions, internationalization challenges, market diversification strategies, and strategic alliances for global expansion.

Wine Technology Adoption and Digital Transformation: Studies on adopting technology in viticulture, winemaking processes, supply chain management, customer relationship management, and the impact of digital transformation on business performance.

Wine Innovative Marketing Strategies: Exploration of effective marketing strategies in the wine industry, including branding, digital marketing, experiential marketing, and strategy to reach diverse consumer segments.

Global Perspective of Sustainability and CSR in Wine Industry: Comparative studies on sustainable practices in viticulture and winemaking, corporate social responsibility initiatives, and consumer perceptions of sustainability in wine products.

Wine Business Responses to Global Consumer Trends: Examination of evolving consumer preferences and wine consumption patterns across different regions, the response of businesses to premiumization, strategies adopted in meeting the demand for organic, natural, and non- alcoholic wines, the incorporation of health and wellness trends into marketing and product development, global positioning of the wine business, and the adaptation of companies to cultural factors influencing consumer behavior.

Global Supply Chain Management in Wine Industry: Studies on supply chain optimization, logistics innovations, risk management strategies, collaborations in the wine supply chain, and the impact of global trade dynamics on supply chain operations.

Submission Details

Manuscripts should be original and not under consideration by any other publication. Submissions must be limited to 25 pages (all included), follow the journal's formatting guidelines, and undergo a double-blind peer review process. Authors are invited to submit by February 15, 2025, electronically through the journal's online submission system:

https://journals.lib.unb.ca/index.php/JCIM/about/submissions

All submissions should strictly adhere to the journal guidelines: https://journals.lib.unb.ca/index.php/JCIM/about/submissions

Important Dates

Submission Deadline: February 15, 2025
Notification of Decision: May 31, 2025
Workshop in Zaragoza, Spain, for selected articles: June 2025
Revisions & Resubmissions: September 1, 2025
Final Manuscript Submission: December 1, 2025
Publication Date: June 1, 2026 (Abstract available on the Journal Website by Jan 31, 2026).

For inquiries and submissions, please contact the Special Issue guest editors.
Emiliano Villanueva, Eastern Connecticut State University, USA: villanuevae@easternct.edu
Mohammad Elahee, Quinnipiac University, USA: mohammad.elahee@quinnipiac.edu
Nicolás Depetris Chauvin, HES-SO/HEG Genève, Switzerland: nicolas.depetris-chauvin@hesge.ch

Biography of Guest Editors:

Emiliano C. Villanueva is Professor and Chair of Business Administration at Eastern Connecticut State University in the United States. He earned his OIV Wine MSc in management and marketing from the University of Paris and his Ph.D. in economic history, with a dissertation in international wine business, from the University of Barcelona. Dr. Villanueva is a wine business scholar. His research interests are in the areas of wine international trade and wine exports (wine international business), wine business performance (wine management), and wine consumer demographics and wine tourism (wine marketing). He is a permanent member of the International Wine Organization (OIV) and the American and European Associations of Wine Economists.

Mohammad Niamat Elahee is the Perlroth Professor of International Business at Quinnipiac University in Connecticut, United States. He has also taught in multiple countries, including Bangladesh, China, Egypt, France, Mexico, and most recently, in Jordan, as a U.S. Fulbright Professor. His research interests include Artificial Intelligence, cross-cultural negotiations, consumer animosity and ethnocentrism, and wine marketing. Dr. Elahee has a strong media presence, coauthored a textbook on globalization, and edited a book on the nuclear deal between Iran and the West. He holds a PhD in Int’l. Business & Marketing from the University of Texas-Pan American.

Nicolás Depetris-Chauvin is an Associate Professor in the International Business Management department at HES-SO/Haute École de Gestion Genève, Switzerland. He has held academic positions at institutions such as the University of Oxford, the University of California at Berkeley, Sciences Po Paris, Dubai School of Government, and the University of Buenos Aires. His research spans international trade and finance, agricultural commodities, and wine economics. In wine economics, Dr. Depetris-Chauvin delves into the complexities of quality differentiation and its impact on wineries' export performance, the influence of country-of- origin biases on wine judgments, and the evolution of the global wine industry. He also explores cultural factors affecting wine perception, adoption of sustainable and organic practices, national wine strategies, and the broader economic implications of innovations in the wine sector. He holds a PhD in Economics from Princeton University.

 

WINNERS OF BASU SHARMA BEST PAPER AWARD 2022 

Prof. Elizabeth ROSE
Institute of Management Udaipur, India
Fellow of Academy of International Business (AIB)
Former Vice-President of Academy of International Business (AIB)
Founding Chair of AIB Australia and New Zealand
Former Chair, International Management Division - Academy of Management
Former President, Australia and New Zealand International Business Academy (ANZIBA)


Prof. Nandini LAHIRI
Kogod School of Business
American University, USA
Chair-Elect, International Management Division - Academy of Management


The Basu Sharma Best Paper Award is annually presented to the best scholarly paper published in the Journal of Comparative International Management (JCIM). It has been established to recognize and honor the contribution of Prof. Basu Sharma who founded this journal in 1998 and served as its 1st Editor-in-Chief.