Dr. Chijioke Nwachukwu is a Higher Education Lecturer specialising in Business Management, with extensive experience in teaching and management research. Engaging students in teaching programmes using outstanding communication and relationship building to deliver exceptional face-to-face and online teaching and learning. With over fourteen years of industry, research and teaching experience in Nigeria, Czech Republic, Mexico and France. Presently, a professor at Horizons University Paris. From January 2020 to May 2020, was a visiting professor at Universidad de las Américas Puebla, Mexico. A reviewer and board member of several international Journals (e.g. International Journal for Quality Research, Organisational Leadership and Development Quarterly, International Journal of Advanced Operations Management, International Journal of Business Performance & Supply Chain Modelling, International Journal of Business and Globalisation, Entrepreneurship & Sustainability Issues). A member of International Committee Board of 34th and 35th IBIMA International conference in Madrid Spain. Have peer-reviewed 46 manuscripts and published over 40 articles in different international Journals.

Dr. Liisa Uusimaki is a passionate advocate for research-based educational teaching and learning.Her research centre’s on how theory translates into practice—particularly in the areas of pedagogical leadership, curriculum innovation, digitalization, and inclusion. Liisa's career has consistently bridged research and teaching. From developing international teacher education programs to leading EU-funded research on sustainability competence and micro-credentials (EduSTA), she has spearheaded initiatives that empower educators to think critically, act ethically, and teach with purpose. She views teaching as a scholarly act, it is dynamic, ever evolving, and grounded in both theory and real-world complexity. Whether supervising graduate students, mentoring early career researchers, coordinating international courses, or hosting her podcast on educational innovation, Liisa is driven by a single goal: to contribute to a sustainable, and research-informed future.

Dr. Md Enamul Hoque is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST), Dhaka, Bangladesh. Before his tenure at MIST, he held prominent academic leadership roles internationally, including Head of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at King Faisal University (KFU), Saudi Arabia, and Founding Head of the Bioengineering Division at the University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus (UNMC). Dr. Hoque earned his Ph.D. in 2007 from the National University of Singapore (NUS)—ranked 1st in Asia and 8th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2024—through a prestigious scholarship awarded by the Government of Singapore. He further obtained a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE) from the University of Nottingham, UK, in 2015, an institution ranked 18th in the UK and 100th globally in the QS World University Rankings 2024. He holds several esteemed professional credentials, including Chartered Engineer (CEng) certified by the Engineering Council, UK; Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (FIMechE), UK; Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), UK; and Member of the World Academy of Science, Engineering, and Technology.

Dr. Sunny Vig is an Associate Professor with expertise in wind optimization, dedicated to advancing research and innovation in sustainable energy systems. With a strong academic and research background, he has authored over 20 publications indexed in Scopus, contributing significantly to the fields of renewable energy and environmental engineering. Dr. Vig is also deeply engaged in the development of sustainability-focused academic programs. His presentation, "Sustainable Education and Curriculum Design," will explore practical frameworks for integrating environmental sustainability into higher education. He will share insights on how curriculum development can align with global energy goals, empowering the next generation of engineers and educators.

Dr. Ridhima Sharma is an Associate Professor at Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies- Technical Campus, Delhi, India. With a teaching and research experience of 13 years, she has contributed several articles to the journals of national & international repute and have also presented papers in national and international conferences apart from authoring books. Her research interest includes Customer Relationship Management & Sustainable consumer behavior. She has currently completed her Post Doc from Amity University, Dubai.

Dr. Azadeh Amoozegar received her Ph.D. in Educational Technology from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) in 2018. She is currently a senior lecturer at the Faculty of Education and Liberal Arts, INTI International University, with over six years of teaching experience in higher education. In addition to her academic contributions, she actively serves as a peer reviewer for several high-impact journals, reflecting her commitment to advancing scholarly excellence in the field of education. She has presented her research at numerous national and international conferences and published in reputable peer-reviewed journals. Her research interests centre on online learning, with a particular focus on Artificial Intelligence in Education, Education for Sustainable Development, adaptive learning technologies, and learning analytics. Her methodological expertise lies in quantitative research, including statistical modelling, survey design, and the application of data-driven approaches to educational research and policy. She is also actively involved in supervising Ph.D. students, guiding research in areas aligned with her expertise and contributing to the development of future scholars in the field.

Professor, International Entrepreneurship, Phillip Richardson, CD, BA, CRRP, CSM.
Educator | International Keynote Speaker | Co-Author | Innovation & Global Development Specialist
Professor Phillip Richardson is a distinguished educator, keynote speaker, and co-author with over four decades of global experience in leadership development, international entrepreneurship, and mixed-use innovation. As a Professor, International Entrepreneurship at Canadore College for fourteen years and visiting Professor at Shenzhen University, Professor Phillip is dedicated to empowering the next generation of business leaders through engaging instruction, mentorship, and applied global insights. Professor Phillip is a sought-after international speaker and presenter, having delivered keynote addresses and academic papers on global development, neuroscience in design, and resilience leadership—including at the Université de Paris International Conference on Global Innovation in Architecture and Engineering. A prolific writer, Professor Phillip has co-authored multiple influential publications, including:

Winning On and Off the Track: Ferrari’s Business Model

• Design Plasticity – a groundbreaking paper linking neuroscience and design thinking
• Vertical Villages: The Magic of Mixed-Use Developments inspired by his leading some of the world's most important projects.
• Tough Resiliency, Smart Agility (2024) for individuals and companies
• Funny/Not Funny! Humanity’s Risk Register (2025, upcoming) to help meet our species existential challenges with practical solutions understandable to the average reader

Danielle Papillon-Richardson, PRP, PDU, is a seasoned corporate educator, keynote speaker, and published author with over 20 years of experience in leadership facilitation, adult coaching, and corporate training. Fully bilingual in French and English, she has empowered over 6,500 professionals through customized training programs delivered across government, private, and academic sectors. Danielle has designed and facilitated high-impact workshops in software training, project management, technical writing, public speaking, and soft skills development. Her expertise includes program development, policy and procedure design, strategic consulting, and end-user documentation. Known for her engaging delivery and practical insights, she was invited to speak at the Université de Paris in 2017 on personal resilience and leadership. A graduate of Algonquin College in Business Administration and Retail Marketing, Danielle also studied Journalism at Carleton University, where she developed a strong foundation in communication and storytelling—skills that continue to shape her dynamic teaching style. She is the founder of Black Opal Property Advisory’s education division, where she leads initiatives in customized corporate needs, leadership training, and professional development. Her workshops are trusted by Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, post-secondary institutions, and industry leaders.
Danielle’s published work includes:

• Funny/Not Funny! Humanity’s Risk Register (2025, upcoming)
• Tough Resiliency, Smart Agility
• Vertical Villages: The Magic of Mixed-Use Development
• Negotiate Your Adversary into Your Ally

With a unique blend of strategy, empathy, and humour, Danielle continues to inspire growth and transformation in every audience she serves.

"Srinivas Jadhav is a PMP Certified Solution Architect at JusterNet Corporation with over 23 years of experience designing and implementing technology solutions that deliver measurable business value. His expertise covers cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and scalable data platforms, with a strong focus on Azure architectures and modern data stacks. He has hands-on experience with leading AI/ML frameworks and cloud services, building secure, end-to-end intelligent systems. Mr. Jadhav leads multiple initiatives that embed advanced AI into production-ready enterprise solutions, aligning architecture, data, and governance with organizational strategy. His work bridges application development and analytics to create reliable, data-driven applications and visualizations that support decision-making and encourage innovation across global, cross-functional teams. In his spare time, Srinivas enjoys playing the guitar, singing karaoke, and exploring new ways modern technology can enhance learning, collaboration, and creativity in everyday life and work."

Luís Miguel Cardoso holds a PhD in Modern Languages and Literatures, in the speciality of Comparative Literature from the University of Coimbra, Portugal. He was Dean of the School of Education and Social Sciences of the Polytechnic Institute of Portalegre, Portugal, between 2010 and 2018 and Deputy Director of the Master in Media and Society. He was President of ARIPESE, Association of Reflection and Intervention in the Educational Policy of Higher Education Schools in Portugal (2015 – 2018). Professor at the Department of Language and Communication Sciences at the School of Education and Social Sciences of the Polytechnic Institute of Portalegre, Portugal, he has been a professor of Higher Education since 1995 and is currently a researcher at the Centre for Comparative Studies at the University of Lisbon and CARE - Research Centre on Health and Social Sciences. His main areas of teaching and research are Sciences of Language and Communication, Pedagogical Innovation, Literacies, Education, Higher Education and Social Responsibility, and Literature and Cinema, under which published articles and book chapters and made presentations in Portugal and several countries, including USA, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Spain, Luxembourg, France, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Ireland, Italy, Greece, Hungary, Georgia, Bulgaria, Armenia, Poland, Romenia, Canada, Vietnam, Turkey, Ukraine, Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates, Iraq, Australia, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, Mozambique, Panama, Japan, China and India. He is a member of several international organizations and associations, as well as a member of the editorial board of international journals in the areas of Language and Communication Sciences, Comparative Literature, Literature and Cinema, Literacies and Education.

Dr. Mostafa Ahmadi holds a PhD in Business Management with a minor in Marketing, along with an MSc and BSc in Business Management and a second BSc in Applied Business with a Finance minor. He received a Research Award from the University of Alberta’s School of Business to support his PhD work, where he developed a machine learning–based model to predict customer switching behaviour. With several years of teaching and research experience, Dr. Ahmadi specializes in Digital Marketing Strategies, Marketing Management, and data-driven marketing. His strong background in machine learning enables him to extract insights from complex datasets and build predictive models that support strategic business decisions. His industry experience spans over nine years, including roles as a Marketing Analyst at SCM Insurance and a Data Scientist at Servus Credit Union, where he analyzed large-scale customer data. Dr. Ahmadi has published over 10 research papers with more than 200 citations, focusing on predictive modelling, services marketing, branding, and machine learning applications. He also received a doctoral research scholarship from the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of Iran.