GSSI 2026 | June 3–5, 2026
Portonovo, Ancona, Italy
The Global Sales Science Institute Annual Conference comes to the stunning Marche region of Italy
"The Future of Sales: Attracting, Retaining, and Exploring"
Bridging Academia and Business Practice
The Global Sales Science Institute (GSSI) 2026 conference, will take place from June 3 to June 5 in Portonovo, Ancona (Italy), a spectacular coastal destination in the Marche region, renowned for its natural beauty, cultural heritage, and hospitality. Against this inspiring backdrop, GSSI 2026 will provide an exceptional platform to share cutting-edge research, innovative teaching practices, and managerial insights in the field of sales and sales management.
Conference Features
Academic Sessions
Peer-reviewed papers, panels, and symposia showcasing the latest research in sales science
Managerial Tracks in cooperation with SalesSummit
Connecting research with practice through case studies and executive insights
Doctoral Colloquium
Supporting and mentoring the next generation of sales researchers
Networking Opportunities
Social and cultural events celebrating the traditions and landscapes of the Marche region
A Crossroads for Ideas
GSSI 2026 will serve as a crossroads for ideas, fostering collaboration between scholars, educators, and business professionals, and advancing knowledge in the evolving world of sales
  • June 3, 2026 - Conference
    Venue: Univpm, Faculty of Economics, Ancona
  • June 4-5, 2026Conference
    Venue: SeeBay Hotel, Portonovo
Conference Venue
June 3, 2026
Wine tasting and visit to Moroder winery
June 4, 2026
Gala dinner at the Napoleonic Fort of Portonovo
Conference Co-Chairs
Prof. Colleen E. McClure
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Prof. Silvio Cardinali
Università Politecnica delle Marche
Prof. Paolo Guenzi
SDA Bocconi School of Management
Prof. Edward Nowlin
Kansas State University