We are pleased to introduce you the 19th Annual Conference of the International Association for Business and Society (IABS), IABS 2008, which will be held at Tampere Hall, Tampere, Finland.
The theme of the IABS 2008 is the social challenges of globalization. Although globalization has increased economic wealth across countries, numerous problems persist at the individual, company, community, country, and international level. This conference will shed light on the scope of some of these issues, including environmental degradation, human rights, plant closings, labor issues, and increasing income inequities, as well as some of the possible solutions.
Tampere, Finland, provides an ideal setting for this discussion. Although Finland has numerous competitive strengths, including one of the least corrupt societies in the world, many of its companies face economic and social challenges as they compete in the global economy.
IABS is a multidisciplinary association which attracts worldwide scholars and executives from all the disciplines of management. Its research domain covers the various aspects of the interface between management and the social political dynamics of the surrounding society. It includes, among others, research on corporate social responsibility and performance, emerging social issues for business, business ethics, environmental affairs as well as business and government relations.
The Finnish team would like to welcome You to Tampere! We've been doing our best in order to guarantee You a relaxing and enjoyable stay in Tampere besides the fruitful conference. We hope You will enjoy the conference and most of all the Finnish summer and the midnight sun!
Besides the reception the City of Tampere arranges on Thursday June 26, the social program offered during the conference week includes several interesting things aiming to make You familiar with some Finnish traditions.
On Friday June 27 You have the possibility to enjoy a Finnish sauna evening in the beautiful surroundings of lake Pyhäjärvi. There are already some registrants for the evening, but more the merrier, so please do join us! From June 16 on You can register either by sending e-mail to Tiina Toikka, tiina.toikka(at)uta.fi (until June 21) or onsite in Tampere.
On Saturday June 28 after the conference You will have quite some time for participating in the social program. Some of You have already registered for the sightseeing bus tour, but there's still some room. From June 16 on You can register either by sending e-mail to Tiina Toikka, tiina.toikka(at)uta.fi (until June 21) or onsite in Tampere. Särkänniemi Adventure Park is also open during the conference week.
There is now a possibility for NORDIC WALKING in the Pyynikki Nature Conservation Area on Saturday afternoon. Nordic walking is defined as fitness walking with poles, but is fun and suitable to anyone and any condition! The walk starts with a warm up and continues with a climb up to the highest gravel ridge in the world. The trip takes You along walking paths through a pine forest to the historical observation tower, where You can enjoy the scenic views, fresh-baked doughnuts and a nice cup of coffee. Duration of the easy-going trip is about 2 hours and is free of charge. Anyone can join the group: there are poles for children, women and men! To register for the walk, please contact Tiina Toikka, tiina.toikka(at)uta.fi, latest on June 19. Read more about nordic walking.
On Saturday evening we will have a cruise at lake Pyhäjärvi and arrive at Viikinsaari island to enjoy a delicious dinner with music.
IMPORTANT!! In case You're following a certain diet (e.g. vegetarian), please send the necessary information to Tiina Toikka (tiina.toikka(at)uta.fi) latest on June 18, thank you. This infomation is needed for both the gala dinner on Saturday and lunches at Tampere Hall on Friday and Saturday. The Finnish team and the University of Tampere offers You the lunch on Saturday and it will include some Finnish delicacy.
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