Theoretical and empirical papers are invited but are not limited to the following topics: - Base of the Pyramid strategies and related supply chain issues - CSR as a compliance and risk avoidance strategy in supply chain - Human Rights Issues in supply chains - Supplier development for...

Potential topics include: - Unique characteristics of Latin American MNCs and Multilatinas - Applicability of core strategy theories (i.e., the resource based view, organizational economics, strategic group theory, agency theory, institutional theory) to this region - Differences between...

Key Topics: - Addressing climate change in a way which is relevant to businesses in the region - Incorporating strategic CSR measures to consolidate current efforts - Promoting SRI as an alternative investment framework - Managing carbon footprint effectively - Realising transparency of...

The FIBEA Manaus 2008 theme, Fostering Indigenous Business and Entrepreneurship in the Americas Conference, is timely given the importance and variety of business issues that need to be addressed for the development and fostering of business alliances, trade, and investment amongst Indigenous...