The AMA and Sheth Foundation are excited to announce the inaugural AMA-Sheth Foundation Early Career Consortium. Co-chaired by Professors Anders Gustafsson and Markus Giesler, this unique event will foster growth and collaboration among pre-tenure scholars who aspire to publish in leading marketing journals. The Consortium offers the opportunity to learn from experienced researchers and engage in hands-on, collaborative sessions designed to refine your research for top-tier journal submissions. The consortium will occur on February 13-14, 2025, in Phoenix, AZ, before and in conjunction with the 2025 AMA Winter Academic Conference.
This workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from top scholars, gain invaluable feedback on your research and enhance your chances of publishing in high-impact journals. We look forward to your submission and an engaging, productive workshop!
How to Attend
This event is by invitation only, pending acceptance of your research, and is free of charge with registration to the 2025 AMA Winter Academic Conference.
Submission Guidelines and Details
We invite early career scholars who do not yet have tenure to submit an abstract for a paper they intend to target at a leading journal in the marketing field.
- The abstract should clearly outline the key research questions, methodology, and potential contributions to the marketing literature
- Word count: 300–500 words
- Must target one of the major journals in marketing (e.g., Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of Consumer Research, Marketing Science)
- Include your name, institutional affiliation, and current academic position
Please submit your abstract here by December 15, 2024. For inquiries, contact Anders Gustafsson at anders.gustafsson@bi.no or Markus Giesler at mgiesler@schulich.yorku.ca.
Event Structure
The workshop will begin with Presentations by Experienced Researchers who have published in major journals (e.g., Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of Consumer Research, Marketing Science) and/or served as editors or associate editors for these publications. These experts will share insights on navigating the publication process, choosing impactful research topics, and addressing key challenges in the field.
The second half of the workshop will be dedicated to an Interactive Session for Early Career Scholars. Participants will develop and refine their research ideas, receiving feedback from peers and experienced faculty. The goal is to help shape your research into a well-aligned paper for submission to a leading marketing journal and cover important topics such as career development.
A networking reception will take place the day prior to the consortium on February 13, 2025.
Eligibility
This workshop is open to scholars who have not yet secured tenure. Scholars from diverse backgrounds and disciplines are encouraged to apply.
Important Dates
- Abstract submission deadline: December 15
- Notification of acceptance: January 15, 2025
- Application for travel grants deadline: January 30, 2025
- Opening Reception: February 13, 2025
- Workshop date: February 14, 2025
Travel Grant
There are a limited number of travel grants available. More information about the grants and an application form will be sent to all accepted participants. Note that in order to be eligible, the applicant must include the rationale for the request for travel support. The deadline to apply for a travel grant is January 30, 2025.
Please note that the funding is very limited.
Co-Chairs
Anders Gustafsson
Research Professor – Department of Marketing
BI Norwegian Business School
Visit Profile: ama.marketing/AG
Markus Giesler
Consumer Researcher & Professor of Marketing
Schulich School of Business – York University
Visit Profile: www.mgiesler.com
AMA Event Policies
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown
340 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone: (602) 262-2500
Room Rate:
We’ve secured an AMA room block at a special rate of $279.00 for single/double occupancy per night (this rate does not include tax, which is currently 12.57%). An additional fee of $20/per person per night applies for triple and quadruple occupancy. These fees are subject to change.
To make reservations, Reserve online or call the Hotel at 602-262-2500 and reference the American Marketing Association Winter Academic Conference.
Cancellations must be made at least three business days prior to arrival to avoid a penalty of one night’s room and tax.
Please reserve your overnight accommodations early as there are a limited number of AMA special rates available. The discount rate cut-off date is January 20, 2025.
Please know that any hotel room booked outside the AMA negotiated block may not be eligible for the discounted rate. Those reservations may also have a different cancellation policy and will not be eligible for reimbursement in the case of event cancellation.
Transportation
Please visit Valley Metro Services for more information.
Area Attractions, Events and Tourism
- Please explore Sheraton Phoenix Downtown’s Experiences page for local events and highlights.
- For additional information on the area, please visit Downtown Phoenix’s Tourism Page.
ADA
The AMA is committed to providing equal access to our meetings for all attendees. If you are an attendee with a disability and require program accommodations, please contact the AMA Support Center at (800) AMA-1150. A member of our staff will ensure that appropriate access arrangements are made. If you have specific disability-related needs for your hotel sleeping room, please be sure to communicate those directly to the hotel when you make your reservation. In an effort to provide the highest quality of service to all attendees, we require that details of all access requests be communicated to our office at least 14 days in advance of the beginning of the meeting.