Imagining a Sustainable Future: A Multi-Disciplinary International Conference on Global Business Challenges (ICGBC-2025)
Event Date: 12th -14th April 2025
Event brief description
The International Conference on Global Business Challenges (ICGBC) with theme of Imagining a Sustainable Future aims to bring together leaders, innovators, academicians, policymakers, think tanks, practitioners and research scholars from across the globe to discuss and collaborate on sustainable solutions for the world’s most pressing environmental, social, and economic challenges. The conference focuses on fostering interdisciplinary approaches that bridge science, technology, policy, and social sciences to design a sustainable future for generations to come.
Event Detailed Description
The ICGBC-2025 commenced on April 12, 2025, at the Vivekanand Auditorium, Galgotias University, with dignitaries including Chief Guest Major General Dr. Dilawar Singh and Guest of Honor Mr. Roopesh Bhaskar (GM-HR, ONGC). Following registration and the inaugural ceremony, Dr. Lalit Kumar Sharma, Conference Convener, outlined the conference's focus on bridging sustainability and business. Dean Dr. Jagannath Mohanty stressed the need to embed sustainability into business strategies.
Mr. Bhaskar discussed HR’s role in sustainability and shared ONGC’s green HR practices, urging companies to align profitability with environmental responsibility. Major General Dr. Singh emphasized sustainability as a global responsibility and advocated for strategic, resource-conscious business practices. The inauguration concluded with memento distribution and a vote of thanks.
Technical Session 1, Sustainable Marketing Strategies, featured speakers such as Mr. Vikas Mahajan (VP, Yatra Online), Mr. Nadeem Mallick (Business Unit Head, AWM), and Mr. Vinayak Lal (AVP, DS Group). They highlighted consumer engagement, green branding, and the growing demand for eco-conscious products. Dr. Subrato Ganguly presented research on integrating sustainability into marketing. The session concluded with an engaging Q&A.
Technical Session 2, Green Financing and Sustainable Investment, included CA Maharshi Gaur, Mr. Jayant Srivastava (Sr Manager, KPMG), and Dr. Ashutosh Kumar Jha. They explored financial tools like green bonds, ESG investing, and case studies showcasing successful green finance integration.
Technical Session 3, Sustainable Human Resource Management, featured Ms. Savita Nair (VP, Quadrangle), Ms. Indrani Nath (Siemens Energy), and Dr. Anamika Pandey. Discussions centered on HR’s evolving role in promoting sustainability, upskilling employees, and aligning workforce development with green goals.
On April 13, Technical Session 4, Optimizing Operations for Sustainability, was led by Dr. Animesh Puri, Dr. Pradeep Prabhakar Pai, and Dr. Vivek Agarwal. They addressed ethical sourcing, circular supply chains, and tech-enabled supply chain transparency.
Technical Session 5, Data-Driven Sustainability, featured Mr. Rohit Churamani (MD, I3RC), Mr. Suneel Wattal (BDO), Mr. Deepak Singhal (Comviva), and Dr. Priyanka Malik. Presentations focused on using big data, predictive analytics, and visualization to drive sustainability performance and informed decision-making.
An Online Technical Session on Cross-Cultural Dimensions of Sustainability featured Ms. Irina Nivikova, Dr. Mujtaba Momin, and Dr. Rahul Sharma. The panel discussed how global sustainability standards must adapt to local cultural and socio-economic contexts for effective implementation.
The Research Paper Presentation saw 100 abstracts and 52 full papers received, with 44 presented. The best paper awards went to Dr. Govind Nath Srivastava (Faculty), Ms. Nishtha (Scholar), and Mr. Sachin (Student). Evaluators included experts from NIFTEM, Christ University, and Symbiosis.
The conference concluded with a valedictory session acknowledging participants and contributors. ICGBC-2025 successfully created a platform for dialogue and collaboration on sustainable business practices and global economic challenges.
Department Name –School of Business
Event Outcome
The ICGBC-2025 conference successfully brought together experts, professionals, and academics from diverse backgrounds to discuss and explore sustainable business practices, green economy initiatives, and innovative solutions to global challenges. The conference provided valuable insights into the complexities of navigating cross-cultural dimensions in sustainability and offered strategies for creating effective, locally relevant, and globally aligned sustainable development practices. The discussions and ideas shared will undoubtedly serve as a guide for professionals working at the intersection of sustainability, culture, and development.
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