First Time Attendees
The Annual Meeting is an exciting event full of opportunities to learn from colleagues, share knowledge, and network with peers. Because this event can be overwhelming, we’d like to highlight some key resources our newest attendees have found most helpful. In the coming months, we’ll share much more detail but know we are already thinking about making you feel at home.
First Time Annual Meeting Attendee & New Member Orientation Webinar
Please join this webinar for an introduction to AOM membership and tips for attending the Annual Meeting.
The 2025 webinar is scheduled for Tuesday, 8 July at 11:00 ET (UTC/GMT-4).
Introductory Guide to AOM and the Annual Meeting
Discover what the Academy of Management is all about and learn how to navigate the Annual Meeting with this helpful introductory guide.
Learn moreGear up for the Annual Meeting! Plan ahead and make the most of your first meeting
March/April
- Keep an eye out for the early registration dates in order to take advantage of the lower rate.
- Book your accommodations quickly as rooms close out early.
May/June
- Review program and identify goals focusing on your 2 primary Division and Interest Group (DIG) sessions.
- Customize your program to have your schedule on hand.
- Include DIG socials and other networking opportunities in your schedule. This is the time to meet others with similar interests.
- Review the Career Fair listings and sign-up for Career Coaching. Career Services require a separate sign-up (link coming soon) during the Annual Meeting.
- Sign-up to attend the New Member and Annual Meeting orientation (link available June 2025).
July
- Pack! Business casual attire is accepted and preferred. If you have interviews scheduled at the Annual Meeting Career Fair, business attire is a must.
- Bring comfortable shoes as sessions take place over several properties.
- Don't forget a jacket or sweater as the air conditioning in meeting rooms may be chilly.
- Check in to your hotel, and pick up your badge in the registration area or the check-in kiosks located in the hotels.
- Get connected. Wi-Fi connections (links available June 2025) and charging stations are available throughout the meeting properties. Power up your devices and get connected so you don't miss anything!
- Download the mobile app, review your sessions, and don't forget to check for last-minute schedule changes.
- Get your bearings and make sure you know your upcoming sessions and locations.
- Visit the Member Welcome Room in Bella Center MR20! Come say hello, meet other first-time attendees, and connect with AOM staff and volunteers ready to help you get started.
85th Annual Meeting of the Academy of Management
(AOM 2025)
25-29 July 2025
Copenhagen, Denmark
Register for AOM 2025*
*AOM membership valid through 31 July 2025 required to register for AOM 2025.
Key Dates
- Submission Center Opens:
Early December 2024 - Reviewer Signup Opens:
Early December 2024 - Submission Deadline:
7 January 2025
17:00 ET (GMT-5/UTC-5) - Review Period:
16 January-13 February 2025 - Housing Opens:
Late January 2025 - Registration Opens:
Early March 2025 - Decision Notifications:
Late March 2025 - Program Available:
June 2025 - 85th Annual Meeting:
In-person
25-29 July 2025
Copenhagen, Denmark
- Don't forget your business cards to hand out as you network.
- Save space in your luggage for conference materials, promotional items, and souvenirs
- Remember to take advantage of all the other benefits included in your AOM membership!
