2026 DSI Annual Conference - Leading Through Uncertainty: People Processes and Decisions
57th Annual Conference
November 21 – 23, 2026 | San Francisco, CA
Leading Through Uncertainty: People, Processes and Decisions
Welcome from the 2026 Conference Chair
Dear Colleagues,
We’re excited to invite you to submit your work to the 57th Decision Sciences Institute Annual Conference!
Under the theme of “Leading Through Uncertainty: People, Processes and Decisions this year’s conference will feature tracks with hundreds of research presentations, inspiring keynotes, and a wide range of professional development opportunities—including workshops, consortia, and networking events.
We invite you to …
- Present your latest research findings and engage with fellow scholars over the world
- Share innovative teaching methods that shape the next generation of decision science professionals
- Organize workshops / panels with academic and industry leaders to explore the latest advancements in the field
- Compete for various best paper awards, research showcase awards, and the Buffa Doctoral Dissertation Award
- Submit full papers to the Pedagogical Research Track for opportunities to be published with DSJIE
- Network with fellow DSI members and celebrate award winners
- … and, of course, enjoy vibrant San Francisco, CA!
Deadlines for submissions:
June 1, 2026 – Full Paper, Award Competition June 15, 2026 – Abstract, Panel Proposal, and Workshop Proposal
You may visit our conference website for submission instructions and more information.
We hope that you share this invitation with friends and colleagues and look forward to seeing you in San Francisco next November!
Sincerely,
Your 2026 DSI Conference Team
Leadership Team
Research Co-Chair
Research Co-Chair
Pedagogical Research Co-Chair
Pedagogy Conference Co-Chair
Professional Devlopment Co-Chair
Professional Devlopment Co-Chair
Proceedings Coordinator
Conference innovation Chair
Sponsorship Chair
Conference Information Systems Manager
Tracks & Chairs
DSI’s Annual Conference encompasses a comprehensive range of Teaching and Research Tracks and Chairs across the interdisciplinary field of decision sciences.
Why attend DSI?
Conference participants enjoy numerous benefits from attending DSI’s Annual Conference, including:
Educational Sessions and Keynotes
These offer unique opportunities to acquire new topical knowledge, new research methods, and new pedagogical approaches.
Networking
A variety of networking opportunities are available to allow you to reconnect with friends — old and new. Be sure to visit the networking lounge open throughout the conference.
Exhibitor Hall
Be sure to take time to visit the Exhibitor Booths located in the Exhibit Hall. Browse on your own or make an appointment to visit the booths that most interest you.
How to engage with DSI's Annual Conference
In addition to attending DSI’s Annual Conference, we invite you to engage as an active participant in the conference’s activities.
Submit a Paper
Members of the decision sciences community can submit full papers or abstracts that focus on developing new knowledge across all functional areas of business and curriculum.
Submit a PaperPropose a Panel
We welcome proposals for panels that focus on developing new knowledge across all functional areas of business and curriculum.
Propose a PanelOrganize a Workshop
Consider leading a professional development workshop to help attendees become better researchers, teachers, administrators, and professional service volunteers.
Organize a WorkshopBecome an Exhibitor
Bring your organization or work to the attention of leaders in the decision sciences by becoming an Exhibitor.
Become an ExhibitorServe as Volunteer
DSI welcomes volunteers to review papers, help with organizing and running the conference, etc.
Serve as VolunteerJoin US at the Annual Conference!
Registration will open soon.