19th International Research Conference in Service Management
15-18 June 2026
Porquerolles Island, France
Submission deadline: 8 January 2026
We are delighted to invite you all to the International Research Conference in Service Management – La Londe Service Conference, to be held on the beautiful Porquerolles Island, France, from June 15–18, 2026.
Since its beginnings in 1976 at the Sénanque Abbey, the La Londe Conference has been a unique space for interdisciplinary exchange, open discussion, and genuine academic community. Now celebrating its 51st edition, the conference continues to bring together scholars and practitioners from around the world who share a passion for service research and collaborative discovery.
What makes La Londe special?
– Intimate, discussion-focused format – only two parallel sessions, encouraging deep dialogue.
– Generous presentation times – 45 minutes for full papers, 15 minutes for extended abstracts.
– Cross-disciplinary engagement – academics from different fields explore ideas together.
– A truly exceptional venue – the car-free Porquerolles Island, surrounded by turquoise waters and Mediterranean pine forests.
– Cultural highlights – including a visit to the Fondation Carmignac or a charming vineyard tour.
La Londe is more than a conference—it’s a tradition. A place where friendship, informality, and intellectual curiosity thrive side by side.
We warmly invite you to submit your paper or extended abstract and join us for the ideas, the conversations, and the unforgettable experience that define La Londe.
The 2026 Track Chairs are:
– Marketing – Yves Van Vaerenbergh, KU Leuven, Belgium
– Organizational Behavior & HRM – Jeroen Schepers, Eindhoven University of Technology, Netherlands
– Logistics, Operations & Strategy – Joy Field, Carroll School of Management, Boston College, U.S.
June 15–18, 2026 – Porquerolles Island, France – Deadline for Submissions January 8th, 2026
We look forward to welcoming you to this very special 51st edition!
The La Londe Service Conference Organizing Committee
Submission and more info on the conference website here.
