Latest Updates

Announcements

Program Update

New to NBES! Lunch Sessions: Workshop & Panel Discussion at the 2027 Conference

August 2026

NBES is excited to introduce two special lunch sessions at the 2027 Puerto Rico conference. Join a hands-on workshop — "Don't Burn This Bridge: Bridging Theory and Practice with Mini-Case Studies" — and a panel discussion — "From Ideas to Impact: Developing SDG Research." A small additional fee of $15 per lunch applies. Indicate your attendance on the Conference Registration page.

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Aerial view of Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Resort, Puerto Rico

Conference Announcement

27th Annual Conference Announced: Wyndham Grand Rio Mar, Puerto Rico, March 10–13, 2027

May 2026

The National Business and Economics Society is thrilled to announce its 27th Annual Conference at the newly reimagined Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach & Golf Resort in Puerto Rico. Nestled between El Yunque National Rainforest and the sparkling Atlantic Ocean, this iconic 607-acre resort offers five pools, two miles of secluded beach, and world-class dining — the perfect backdrop for interdisciplinary academic exchange.

Conference Announcement

NBES Conference Returns to Hawaii's Big Island, March 4–7, 2026

June 4, 2025

The National Business and Economics Society is thrilled to announce its upcoming 26th Annual Conference at the Marriott Waikoloa Beach Resort and Spa on Hawaii's Big Island. The resort offers three swimming pools situated on the beautiful sands of Anaeho'omalu Bay.

Conference Announcement

March 2025 Meeting Site: Frenchman's Reef Resort, St Thomas, US Virgin Islands

June 6, 2024

NBES is pleased to announce that the 2025 annual conference will be held at the stunning Frenchman's Reef Resort on St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands. This iconic resort offers breathtaking views of Charlotte Amalie harbor.

Conference Announcement

2024 Conference Held at the Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

May 16, 2023

The 2024 NBES Annual Conference will take place at the beautiful Westin Resort & Spa in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico from March 6th through March 9th. Puerto Vallarta offers an ideal setting for academic exchange and professional networking.

Publications

Conference Proceedings Now Available for Past Conferences

January 2024

The proceedings from our recent annual conferences are now available to NBES members. These proceedings represent the peer-reviewed work of our distinguished membership and are an invaluable resource for the academic community.

Milestone

NBES Celebrates 25 Years of Interdisciplinary Research

March 2023

This year marks a significant milestone for the National Business and Economics Society as we celebrate 25 years of bringing together scholars and practitioners from across business disciplines to share research and ideas.

Organization News

Regional Chapter Initiative Announced

September 2022

NBES is excited to announce plans to launch regional associations and conferences as our organization continues to grow. This expansion will allow us to bring interdisciplinary research closer to members across the country.