4th International Research Conference (ICARMP 2026)

Integrating Knowledge

Innovating Futures

Paper Submission

4th International Research Conference & The Future of Hospitality Symposium 2026

13th – 14th May 2026  |  Lahore, Pakistan

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4th International Conference on Action Research in Multidisciplinary Perspective (ICARMP 2026) will be conducted under the theme “Sustainable Innovation and Digital Transformation: Integrating Artificial Intelligence and Knowledge Management for a Resilient Business Future.” This prestigious international forum brings together scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to explore contemporary challenges through applied research.

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Conference

The Future of Hospitality Symposium brings together hospitality experts, academicians, practitioners, and decision-makers to explore sustainable innovation and digital transformation. It highlights practical uses of artificial intelligence and knowledge management to improve service quality, operational performance, and organizational resilience, also considering ethics, governance, and workforce readiness.

Abstract Submission

Abstract Submission

Deadline: 27th March 2026

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Conference Date

13–14th May 2026

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Call for Papers

We are pleased to invite researchers, academics, industry professionals, and students from around the world to submit their original research papers for presentation at the 4th ICARMP 2026, hosted by the School of Professional Advancement and the Institute of Hospitality Leadership, University of Management and Technology (UMT), Lahore. This international conference provides a scholarly platform for the exchange of innovative ideas shaping the future of business in a digitally driven global environment.

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Conference Committee

Dr Asif Raza
Dr Asif Raza

Rector UMT

Dr. Atif Hassan
Dr. Atif Hassan

Conference Chair (Dean SPA)

Dr. Khansa Masood
Dr. Khansa Masood

Conference Secretary

Dr. Warda Gul
Dr. Warda Gul

Symposium Secretary

Esteemed Speakers & Panelists

Prof. Dr. P. Rajagopal
Prof. Dr. P. Rajagopal

Guest of Honor | Keynote Speaker

President, Malaysia University of Science and Technology

Dr Moeed Wasim Yusuf
Dr Moeed Wasim Yusuf

Guest of Honor | Keynote Speaker

Vice Chancellor BNU | Former National Security Advisor

Prof. Dr. Danika Tynes
Prof. Dr. Danika Tynes

Distinguished Speaker

Founder of Sustainable Access, Uni. of Southern California, USA

Nadia J.Seth
Nadia J. Seth

Distinguished Speaker

Chief Executive Officer, SMEDA

Prof. Ruhit Genc
Prof. Ruhit Genc

Distinguished Speaker

Senior Professor of Tourism, Turkish German University, Turkey

Prof. Dr. Gul Erkol Bayram
Prof. Dr. Gul Erkol Bayram

Distinguished Speaker

Prof. and Dean Tourism Faculty, University of Sinop, Turkey

Haseeb A. Gardezi
Haseeb A. Gardezi

Distinguished Speaker

Executive Director of Hospitality Education, Hashoo Group

Humanyun Sajid
Humanyun Sajid

Distinguished Speaker

Chief Operating Officer, KFC Pakistan

Mr. Asim Ibrahim
Mr. Asim Ibrahim

Distinguished Speaker

Group CEO OBHospitality & Lakeshore Hospitality Group

Mr. Mian Ather Jameel
Mr. Mian Ather Jameel

Distinguished Speaker

Director, Riphah Institute of Hospitality & Culinary Arts (RIHCA)

Mr. Ayub Ghauri
Mr. Ayub Ghauri

Distinguished Speaker

President NIC Lahore & NICAT, Head of Incubations, Netsol Technologies

Mr. Zeeshan Riaz
Mr. Zeeshan Riaz

Distinguished Speaker

Cluster General Manager, Nishat Hotel

Ms. Hui Qui
Ms. Hui Qui

EVP, Chinese Business Council

LUMS

DR. AHMAD P. M. SOM
Dr. Ahmad P. M. Som

Professor

Uni. Sultan Zainal Abidin, Malaysia

Mr. Ghulam Jillani
Mr. Ghulam Jillani

Member Standing Committee

Pakistan–CIS Trade Relations, LCCI

Dr. Zubair Iqbal
Dr. Zubair Iqbal

Vice Chancellor

Bahauddin Zakariya University

Prof. Dr. Nauman Abbasi
Prof. Dr. Nauman Abbasi

Director IMS

Bahauddin Zakariya University

Mr. Suhail Noor
Mr. Suhail Noor

Head of Admin, IR &

Corporate Affairs Haleeb Foods Limited

Tabinda Islam
Tabinda Islam

CEO

Arfa Karim Group

Babar Bilal Bhatti
Babar Bilal Bhatti

Chairman

BGMC Group

Mr. Aamir Khawaja
Mr. Aamir Khawaja

General Manager

Four Points by Sheraton Lahore (Marriott International)

Publication Opportunities

Journal of Applied Research and Multidisciplinary Studies (JARMS)

Selected high-quality papers presented at ICARMP 2026 will be considered for publication in JARMS, an open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed journal published by the School of Professional Advancement, University of Management and Technology (UMT), Lahore. JARMS focuses on applied and multidisciplinary research and welcomes studies in education, business and management, marketing, technology management, public administration, healthcare management, project management, agriculture, and related fields. The journal encourages empirical, case-based, mixed-method, and practice-oriented research with clear theoretical and practical implications. There are no submission or publication charges, and all accepted articles are published with a DOI and full open-access visibility.

Journal website: https://journals.umt.edu.pk/index.php/jarms

Industry Academia Panel I

Industry Academia Panel I

Industry Academia Panel II

Industry Academia Panel II

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