Academic Programme
- Call for Paper is open
The Summit offers a unique cross-industry platform for examining how projects can drive progress, resilience, and sustainable value.
Scientific Council 2026
Although the main focus of the Hope Summit is practical, it still includes a high-quality academic segment. The academic program runs alongside the main event, and all ticket holders have full access to every part of the program.
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The preparation of the academic program is overseen by the Scientific Council.
In addition, the Hope Summit is committed to strengthening its academic foundation over the long term. Each year, we actively seek to welcome additional universities and academic institutions to join the Hope Summit Scientific Council, contributing to the continuous development, diversity, and academic excellence of the programme.
Taryn Bond-Barnard
Associate Professor
Department of Industrial Engineering,
Stellenbosch University
Corné Schutte
Professor and Vice-Dean
Department of Industrial Engineering,
Stellenbosch University
Carl Marnewick
Professor
Department of Applied Information Systems,
University of Johannesburg
Martina Huemann
Professor
Department of Applied Information Systems,
University of Johannesburg
Giel Bekker
Professor
Graduate School of Technology Management,
University of Pretoria