Washington, D.C. | June 29 – July 2, 2026
Something important is happening in Washington this summer—and it’s not just another conference.
For the second time, the United States Congress will host the International Council for Small Business (ICSB) for a dedicated day focused entirely on the power of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). That alone tells you this is more than symbolic. It’s a signal.
A signal that entrepreneurship is no longer a side conversation—it’s central to economic growth, innovation, and global resilience.
Where Policy Meets Entrepreneurship
Set in the heart of Washington, D.C., this special ICSB Day inside Congress will bring together policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders for one purpose: turning ideas into action.
Expect conversations that go beyond theory. The agenda will spotlight:
- Cutting-edge research shaping MSME growth
- Real-world innovations transforming industries
- Policy frameworks that actually work
More importantly, this is where research meets reality. The goal is simple but ambitious: ensure that insights don’t just stay in papers—but translate into policies that drive impact.
A Global Platform for Big Ideas
ICSB is curating the most forward-looking ideas and research from around the world. If you’ve been working on something meaningful—this is where it belongs.
This is not a passive audience. This is a room where ideas can influence decision-makers at the highest level.
The MSMEs World Cup 2026
ICSB’s World Congress 2026 will run alongside this historic moment under the theme:
MSMEs World Cup 2026
For three dynamic days, global leaders will gather just steps away from institutions that shape international policy. Entrepreneurs, educators, and ecosystem builders will connect in a setting designed not just for discussion—but for momentum.
This is not a typical conference.
This is where networks are built, collaborations are formed, and ideas move.
Call for Papers: Now Open
ICSB invites submissions across a wide range of critical topics, including:
- MSME growth and resilience
- Innovation, digital transformation, and AI
- Women entrepreneurship
- Human-centered entrepreneurship
- Policy, finance, and ecosystem development
Whether it’s a research paper, case study, panel, or bold new idea—this is your opportunity to contribute to shaping the global MSME agenda.
Key Deadlines
- May 31, 2026 (No U.S. visa required)
Submissions open until June 15 - Rolling Notifications
Acceptance decisions issued after April 15 - June 1, 2026
Presenting author registration deadline
All submissions must be made through the official Congress system. Final manuscripts will be accepted with only limited revisions.
Why This Matters
There are moments when conversations shift.
This is one of them.
By bringing ICSB into Congress, this event creates a rare bridge between ideas and influence, between research and policy, and between local entrepreneurs and global systems.
If you care about the future of MSMEs, this is where you want to be—not just attending, but contributing.