4th International Research Conference (ICARMP 2026)

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Innovating Futures

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

13th - 14th May 2026 | Lahore, Pakistan

4th International Conference on Action Research in Multidisciplinary Perspective of technology social and business science(ICARMP 2026will 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 aims to bring together scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to explore contemporary challenges and emerging opportunities across disciplines through applied research and evidence-based practices.

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

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Abstract Submission

Deadline: 27 th 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 ICRMP 2026 (4th International Research Conference), hosted by the School of Professional Advancement and the Institute of Hospitality Leadership, University of Management and Technology (UMT), Lahore. This international conference aims to provide a scholarly platform for the exchange of ideas and research that explore innovative approaches to shaping the future of business in an increasingly dynamic and digitally driven global environment

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Conference Committee

Dr Asif Raza

Rector UMT

Dean SPA
Dr. Atif Hassan

Conference Chair(Dean SPA)

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Dr. Khansa Masood

Conference Secretary

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Dr. Warda Gul

Symposium Secretary

Esteemed Speakers & Panelists

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

Guest of Honor | Keynote speaker

President Malaysia

Uni. of Science and Technology

Dr Moeed W. Yusuf
Dr Moeed Wasim Yusuf

Guest of Honor | Keynote speaker

Vice Chancellor BNU

Former National Security Advisor

Dr. Danika Tynes
Prof. Dr. Danika Tynes

Distinguished Speaker

Founder of Sustainable Access

University of Southern California

Nadia J.Seth
Nadia J.Seth

Distinguished Speaker

Chief Exective Officer of

SMEDA

Prof. Ruhit Genc
Prof. Ruhit Genc

Distinguished Speaker

Senior Professor of Tourism,

turkish german university

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

Distinguished Speaker

Prof. and Dean Tourism Faculty 

University of Sinop

Haseeb A. Gardezi
Haseeb A. Gardezi

Distinguished Speaker

Executive Director of Hospitality

Education at Hashoo Group

Humanyun Sajid
Humanyun Sajid

Distinguished Speaker

Chief Operating Officer 

KFC Pakistan

Mr. Asim Ibrhaim
Mr. Asim Ibrahim

Distinguished Speaker

Group CEO OBHospitality

Group CEO 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 and NICAT, Head of Incubbations

Netsol Technologies

Mr. Zeeshan Riaz
Mr. Zeeshan Riaz

Distinguished Speaker

Cluster
General Manager

Nishat Hotel

Ms. Hui Qui
Ms. Hui Qui

Adjunct Faculty

Shaikh Ahmad
Hassan School of Law

LUMS

DR. AHMAD PUAD MAT SOM
DR. AHMAD PUAD MAT SOM

Professor

Social Sciences,

Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin

Mr. Ghulam Jillani
Mr. Ghulam Jillani

Member of the Standing Committee

Pakistan–CIS Trade Relations at

Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Publication Opportunities

Publication Opportunity – Journal of Applied Research and Multidisciplinary Studies (JARMS)

Selected high-quality papers presented at ICARMP 2026 will be considered for publication in the Journal of Applied Research and Multidisciplinary Studies (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

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