International Conference on Sustainable Business Innovation and Corporate Responsibility 2025

With great pleasure and deep conviction, I welcome you to this important gathering of minds, ideas, and innovations under the theme “Sustainable Business Innovation and Corporate Responsibility.”

As we navigate an era marked by rapid technological advancement, global interconnectivity, and pressing environmental and social challenges, the role of businesses has expanded beyond profitability. Today, sustainability and corporate responsibility are not optional—they are strategic imperatives. This conference is a vital platform to explore how organizations can embed sustainable practices into their core operations while remaining agile, innovative, and accountable to their communities.

Throughout the sessions, distinguished speakers, scholars, industry leaders, and policymakers will share groundbreaking research, case studies, and transformative ideas that redefine how we think about innovation, placing sustainability, ethics, and long-term impact at the heart of every decision.

Our aim is not only to highlight best practices but to inspire bold action. We must forge pathways where economic performance and social responsibility coexist harmoniously, where innovation contributes to competitive advantage and environmental stewardship, social inclusion, and equitable growth.

I encourage you to engage deeply, ask challenging questions, and connect with fellow participants who, like you, are committed to building a better and more sustainable future. Let this conference be a catalyst for lasting collaborations and meaningful change.

Together, let us champion innovation that matters and responsibility that endures.

Best regards,

Professor Dr. Asokan Vasudevan

Conference Chair

SustainBiz.2025

It is with great pride and anticipation that I welcome you to the International Conference on Sustainable Business Innovation and Corporate Responsibility (SustainBiz 2025), jointly hosted by the University of Hyderabad, India, and INTI International University, Malaysia. This landmark event marks the first time SustainBiz is being held outside Malaysia, and we are honoured to serve as the gateway for its debut in India.

November 17th, 2025 will be a day of milestone for the School of Management Studies, University of Hyderabad, as we host this prestigious global gathering on our campus. It will be a defining moment that reinforces our commitment to excellence, international collaboration, and thought leadership in sustainable business practices.

SustainBiz 2025 brings together a vibrant community of global experts, scholars, industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners, united by a shared commitment to shaping a future where innovation and responsibility go hand in hand. The conference is designed as a dynamic platform to explore ground-breaking research, transformative strategies, and collaborative solutions to address the most urgent sustainability challenges of our time.

Our theme reflects a clear purpose: to catalyse sustainable business innovation that not only drives economic growth but also safeguards our planet and uplifts communities. Over the course of this conference, participants will engage in thought-provoking keynote sessions, interactive panel discussions, and rigorous research presentations—each carefully curated to inspire action and foster meaningful partnerships.

By hosting SustainBiz 2025 in India, we aim to amplify the dialogue on sustainable practices within emerging economies while contributing to the global sustainability agenda. We envision this conference as more than an academic gathering, it is a catalyst for real-world impact. Together, we will examine pathways for:

• Implementing innovative, scalable sustainability solutions

• Strengthening corporate governance and ethical responsibility

• Shaping policy frameworks that support inclusive and sustainable growth

On behalf of the Organising Committee, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our partners, speakers, sponsors, and participants whose dedication and enthusiasm have made this conference possible. Your engagement ensures that SustainBiz 2025 will leave a lasting legacy one that continues to inspire sustainable business transformation well beyond this event.

Let us make the most of this opportunity to learn, collaborate, and take decisive steps toward building a resilient, ethical, and sustainable future for all.

Prof. Dr. G.V.R.K. Acharyulu

Dean, School of Management Studies
University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad, India

SustainBiz.2025 Conference Director (India)