GSSI 2026 | June 3

GSSI 2026 | June 3–5, 2026
Ancona, Italy
The Global Sales Science Institute Annual Conference comes to the stunning Marche region of Italy
Conference Venues:
SeeBay Hotel, Portonovo- Ancona, Italy
Politecnica delle Marche University, Faculty of Economics - Ancona City Centre
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Doctoral Colloquium Presentations
"The Future of Sales: Attracting, Retaining, and Exploring"
Conference Programme
Long Version (Conference Agenda with Parallel sessions details)
Short Version
Please note: the Gala Dinner is Sold Out.
Poster Session – Poster Size Requirements 
Participants presenting a poster are kindly asked to prepare their poster according to the required size: 70 x 100 cm.
Please make sure to respect these dimensions in order to ensure proper display during the poster session.
Bridging Academia and Business Practice
The Global Sales Science Institute (GSSI) 2026 conference, will take place from June 3 to June 5 in Portonovo, Ancona (Italy), a spectacular coastal destination in the Marche region, renowned for its natural beauty, cultural heritage, and hospitality. Against this inspiring backdrop, GSSI 2026 will provide an exceptional platform to share cutting-edge research, innovative teaching practices, and managerial insights in the field of sales and sales management.
A Crossroads for Ideas
GSSI 2026 will serve as a crossroads for ideas, fostering collaboration between scholars, educators, and business professionals, and advancing knowledge in the evolving world of sales
Conference Features
Academic Sessions
Peer-reviewed papers, panels, and symposia showcasing the latest research in sales science
Managerial Tracks in cooperation with SalesSummit
Connecting research with practice through case studies and executive insights
Doctoral Colloquium
Supporting and mentoring the next generation of sales researchers
Networking Opportunities
Social and cultural events celebrating the traditions and landscapes of the Marche region
Conference Schedule
June 2, 2026 (Evening) – Doctoral Colloquium Academic Speedate
Venue: La DegOsteria, Ancona City Centre
June 3, 2026 (Morning) – Doctoral Colloquium
Venue: Univpm, Faculty of Economics, Ancona
June 3, 2026 - GSSI Conference
Venue: Univpm, Faculty of Economics, Ancona
June 4, 2026– GSSI Conference
Venue: SeeBay Hotel, Portonovo
June 5, 2026– GSSI Conference
Venue: Univpm, Faculty of Economics, Ancona
Conference programme here.
Conference Venues
SeeBay Hotel, Portonovo - Ancona
Address: Via Poggio, 149/A, 60129 Portonovo AN, Italy
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Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona
Address: Piazza Martelli, 8, 60121 Ancona AN, Italy (Faculty of Economics)
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Social Events
June 3, 2026 - 7pm
Wine tasting and visit to Moroder winery
Address:Fraz. Montacuto 112, Str. Castellano Montacuto, 121, 60129 Ancona AN
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June 4, 2026 - 7:30pm
Gala dinner at the Napoleonic Fort of Portonovo
Address: Fortino Napoleonico, Via Poggio, 60129 Portonovo AN, Italy
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June 5, 2026 - 7:30- 9:00pm
Guided Boat Tour in the Conero Natural Park with Italian Aperitif
Please confirm your participation via the dedicated form.
Conference Co-Chairs
Prof. Colleen E. McClure
Ralph and Luci Schey Sales Centre, Ohio University
cemcclur@ohio.edu
Prof. Silvio Cardinali
Università Politecnica delle Marche
s.cardinali@univpm.it
Prof. Paolo Guenzi
SDA Bocconi School of Management 
paolo.guenzi@sdabocconi.it

Prof. Edward Nowlin
Kansas State University
elnowlin@ksu.edu

with the Patronage of 
Comune di Ancona
with the financial support of 
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