We are pleased to announce the upcoming Annual IG&C Business Meetings. Each year, the leaders of the SMS Interest Groups & Communities host these virtual events to foster connection and engagement with their members.
These meetings are free for SMS Members, offering a special opportunity to connect with peers, review our group’s activities, explore upcoming initiatives, and learn about leadership roles and ways to get involved.
How to Register for a Business Meeting:
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Go to the Event Calendar.
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Under Event Categories, select IG&C Meeting.
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Click View This Event for the meeting you want to sign up for.
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Click Register.
Behavioral Strategy
September 18, 2025 from 9:00 – 10:00 am CDT
Be part of the conversation, celebrate successes, and shape what’s next. This year’s agenda includes:
- The IG in Action – See our impact in motion.
- Main Program – Explore the core sessions of the year.
- PDWs & Panels – Discover paper development workshops and thought-provoking panels.
- Leadership Elections – Help choose our future leaders.
- Announcements & Q&A – Hear the latest news and share your voice.
Competitive Strategy
September 17, 2025 from 11:00 – 12:00 pm CDT
Get the latest updates, connect with leaders, and help shape the future of our group. Highlights include:
- Meet the IG Officers – Connect with your leadership team.
- SMS San Francisco Updates – Hear about the pre-conference and competitive programs.
- CSIG Awards – Celebrate outstanding contributions.
- Engagement Activities – Learn about our recent initiatives.
- Leadership Elections – Cast your vote for the future.
- Q&A – Share your thoughts and ask questions.
Cooperative Strategies
September 18, 2025 from 11:00 – 12:00 pm CDT
Join the Cooperative Strategy Interest Group for a lively and engaging virtual gathering where you’ll have the chance to connect with fellow members and group leaders in a casual meet-and-greet, celebrate this year’s award winners and honorees, and get an inside look at the exciting work being done by the IG&C community.
We’ll share highlights from our recent activities, preview upcoming conference programming, and spotlight opportunities for you to get involved. Don’t miss this chance to reconnect, recognize excellence, and get inspired for what’s ahead!
Corporate Strategy
September 26, 2025 from 9:00 – 10:00 am CDT
The meeting agenda includes:
- Overview of the Corporate Strategy IG, including meet & greet with the current leadership team
- Report on Corporate Strategy Masterclass and future plans
- PDWs, Paper Sessions and Social gathering @ SMS San Francisco
- Winners and Runner-ups for the IG’s three Award categories (Best Proposal, Best Proposal by Doctoral Students, and Most Innovative Proposal), and best reviewer award
- Candidates for IG elections
- Seeking comments, suggestions, and feedback
Entrepreneurship & Strategy
September 16, 2025 from 8:00 – 9:00 pm CDT
Meeting Agenda:
- Meet-and-greet with the leadership
- Awards and recognition
- Overview of IG&C activities and conference programming
- Upcoming leadership opportunities
Global Strategy
September 19, 2025 from 10:00 – 11:00 am CDT
Connect with peers, celebrate achievements, and get the latest updates. This year’s agenda features:
- Meet & Greet – Network with our leadership team.
- Engagement Activities – Discover how the Global Strategy IG is connecting members worldwide.
- SMS San Francisco Conference – Get an inside look at our activities and programming.
- Best Reviewer Recognition – Celebrate excellence in our community.
- Leadership Opportunities – Learn how you can get involved.
- Q&A – Share your thoughts and ask questions.
Knowledge & Innovation
September 18, 2025 from 10:00 – 11:00 am CDT
Join us for the Knowledge & Innovation Interest Group Business Meeting, where we will share key updates on the IG’s activities and celebrate the achievements of our community.
The agenda includes:
- A preview of our Saturday–Sunday and Monday–Wednesday conference sessions
- Recognition of best paper and reviewer awards
- Information about upcoming elections and initiatives
- Q&As
Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the IG, this is a great opportunity to connect and learn more about our vibrant community.
Research Methods Community
September 22, 2025 from 11:00 – 12:00 pm CDT.
Welcome to our Interest Group & Community Annual Meeting. As we continue to foster collaboration and growth within our community, this meeting is an opportunity to review our activities, discuss leadership, and explore upcoming initiatives. We value your participation and look forward to your insights as we work together to advance our interest group’s mission and goals.
Meeting Agenda:
- Leadership Update
- 2025 Pre-Conference Program
- 2025 Conference Program
- 2025 Conference Social
- 2025 Engagement events
- Other questions or suggestions
Stakeholder Strategy
September 19, 2025 from 8:00 – 9:00 am CDT
Meeting Agenda:
- Welcome
- History of the SS IG
- Membership Updates
- IG&C Leadership Elections
- Program for SMS 2025
- IG awards and accomplishments
Strategic Human Capital
September 17, 2025 from 7:00 – 8:00 pm CDT
Join us for an interactive meeting where you’ll get to know the Strategic Human Capital IG Leadership Team — Martin Ganco (Chair), Gina Dokko (Program Chair), and JR Keller (Associate Program Chair) — and learn more about the exciting ways you can get involved.
We’ll share updates on our ongoing activities, including our mentoring program, brown bag sessions, and plans for this year’s conference, sessions, and awards. This is also a great chance to hear about upcoming leadership opportunities, bring your ideas for other business, and connect directly with our leadership in an informal meet-and-greet.
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with your community and help shape what’s ahead — we’d love to see you there!
Strategic Leadership & Governance
September 22, 2025 from 10:00 – 11:00 am CDT
The agenda includes:
- A preview of our Saturday–Sunday and Monday–Tuesday conference sessions
- Recognition of best paper and reviewer awards
- Information about upcoming elections and initiatives.
- Q&A
Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the IG, this is a great opportunity to connect and learn more about our vibrant community.
Strategy Practice
September 24, 2025 from 6:00 – 7:00 am CDT
- Welcome and meet-and-greet with the leadership team
- Overview of SAP IG activities
- Strategic priorities and task force work
- Outreach & GRAL activities
- Community engagement
- Conference program
- Strategy Practice IG awards
- Leadership opportunities
- Keynote: Extending strategy practice research to underrepresented areas
Strategy Process
September 24, 2025 from 9:00 – 10:00 am CDT
Who: Meet with all members and the Strategy Process Interest Group leadership team.
What: Join us for an engaging session to meet our IG leadership team, celebrate the announcement of best proposal award nominees, get updates on current IG&C activities and conference programming, and learn about upcoming leadership opportunities.
Why: This is your chance to connect with leadership, stay informed on key initiatives, and discover ways to get more involved in shaping our strategic community’s future.
Teaching Community
September 26, 2025 from 10:00 – 11:00 am CDT
Join us to connect, learn, and help shape the future of our community. Highlights include:
- Introductions – Meet and greet with the Teaching Community leadership.
- 2025 Overview – Recap of activities and conference programming.
- Looking Ahead – Plans and priorities for 2026.
- Leadership Opportunities – Find out how you can get involved.
