Registering and Attending

You are invited to attend the 86th Annual Meeting of the Academy of Management taking place in Philadelphia, PA from 31 July to 4 August 2026.

The Annual Meeting is the world’s premier in-person event for scholarly engagement and the largest gathering of management and organization scholars! AOM’s Annual Meeting is an opportunity to connect face-to-face with thousands of like-minded academics, students, and practitioners as you explore groundbreaking research, exchange ideas, and tackle today’s most pressing challenges in management and organizations. Whether you’re attending for the first time or returning as a longtime member, this is your opportunity to engage, collaborate, and contribute to the future of the field.

Why Attend?

Members from around the world in different stages of their education and career find value in attending—from making that first important step into the field of management, to expanding their scholarly knowledge, to virtually engaging with fellow colleagues while expanding their knowledge and presenting their research.

Annual Meeting Registration Includes:

• Global Networking & Collaboration – Connect with peers in a unified space with new networking hubs, refreshment breaks, and exclusive Socials. Engage with AOM leadership at the Opening Reception and Exhibit Preview.
• Expansive Learning & Research Opportunities – Gain unlimited access to 3,000+ in-person sessions across 26 Divisions and Interest groups. Participate in high-demand workshops on publishing, writing, and research development led by top scholars and Editors.
• Innovative Research Sharing – Explore Poster Sessions in high-visibility areas, providing an interactive way to exchange ideas.
• Career & Professional Growth – Take advantage of the Career Fair, coaching sessions, and exclusive PDWs. Attend the Presidential Address and utilize enhanced online tools to browse the program, build your schedule, and connect with attendees.
• Registration, attendance, and/or participation verification. See details below.