Conference theme and topics
The conference themes focus on the spatial – physical, symbolic and social – changes that impact on the economy. Papers that consider these issues in relation to the development of smart, sustainable and inclusive regions – the three dimensions of the Europe 2020 strategy – are especially encouraged.

The conference is multidisciplinary  and therefore abstracts and full papers from different academic viewpoints are welcome but should focus on the unresolved dilemmas concerning transparency, accountability and legitimacy of decision making in regard to managing regions in the face of multi-level, multi-actor and multi-sectorial challenges. Papers should reflect on the various strengths and weaknesses, challenges and opportunities of networked regions within the context of cultural production enterprise in a globalizing society. This conference will examine alternative avenues emphasizing the role that the new patterns of activities, relationships and new forms of networking between regions in tandem with cultural production can play in enhancing national and regional competitiveness.

Call for Papers 
We kindly invite the submission of abstracts and full papers of Cultural Entrepreneurship Conference (CEC). Participants from different scientific disciplines are invited to contribute in the context of topical issues of the conference, Networked Cultural Heritage and its 'Impact' on Place Brands, Global Perspectives on Capturing Value through Entrepreneurial Partnerships.

• Abstract submission deadline: 8 June 2012
• Full Paper submission deadline: 10  September 2012

For more information: www.tse.fi/cec

Publication
The conference papers judged to be best in class will be considered for publication in a special issue of the Journal of Entrepreneurial Communities (JEC) or, alternatively in a special issue of the Journal of Place Branding and Public Diplomacy (PBPD). The contributions are subject to acceptance by two referees.

The conference is co-organized by Turku School of Economics at the University of Turku, Pori Unit, Rotterdam School of Management and Copenhagen Business School.

For more information please visit the Cultural Entrepreneurship Conference (CEC) Conference website or please contact:
Conference Chair Dr Arja Lemmetyinen
Turku School of Economics at the University of Turku, Pori Unit
arja.lemmetyinen(a)utu.fi, Mobile +358 50 5200770