The Korean Management Institute will officially launch at the 2015 George Washington University October Entrepreneurship Research & Policy Conference. The event will be held from October 15-16, 2015 in Washington, D.C. The 2015 GW October Conference will explore the theme Entrepreneurial Ecosystems: Understanding, Building, Implementing. Throughout the conference we will explore the concept of entrepreneurial ecosystems – identifying key stakeholders and how to facilitate collaborate for success. We will also explore specific regions of the world that are pioneering growth in entrepreneurial ecosystems, specifically South Korea. Call for Papers: We invite authors to submit work that compares and contrasts aspects of entrepreneurial ecosystems and allows for a high level of small business success within international regions and communities. Submission Deadline: August 1, 2015 at www.gwoctober.com. The 2015 GW October Conference will feature: Specialized certificate training programs facilitated by USASBE; a focused panel on the entrepreneurial ecosystem in South Korea; state-of-the-art research and policy presentations from delegates; and a gala awards dinner recognizing extraordinary support for entrepreneurs and small business enterprises.