The International Scientific Conference “IADERA” (Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Digitalization, Economics, and Sustainability Research Association) serves as a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration in the fields of innovation, artificial intelligence (AI), digitalization, economics, and sustainability research. This conference will bring together researchers, scholars, practitioners, and policymakers worldwide to exchange ideas, share insights, and explore emerging trends and challenges in these areas.
IADERA conference will include a wide range of topics, from cutting-edge research in AI and digitalization to discussions on economic policies and sustainable development strategies. Papers presented at the conference will cover various themes, including but not limited to, the application of AI in business and industry, the impact of digitalization on society and the economy, innovative approaches to sustainable development, and strategies for fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
Through its diverse array of presentations, panels, and workshops, the IADERA conference aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, stimulate critical thinking, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge and solutions for addressing complex global challenges. The abstracts included in these proceedings provide a snapshot of the breadth and depth of research presented at the conference and offer valuable insights into current trends and future directions in innovation, AI, digitalization, economics, and sustainability research.
Sustainability in the Economy:
Overview of Sustainable Economic Practices
Green Finance and Investment Strategies
Circular Economy Models: Redefining Resource Management
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Case Studies: Successful Implementation of Sustainable Practices in Various Industries
Sustainability in Tourism:
Sustainable Tourism Development in Urban and Rural Areas
Sustainable Destination Management and Marketing
Sustainable Entrepreneurial Initiatives in Tourism and Sustainable Tourism Products
Responsible Tourist Behaviour
Stakeholders and Sustainable Tourism Development
Innovation in the Economy:
Disruptive Technologies Transforming Traditional Industries
Digital Transformation and Industry 4.0
Sustainable Supply Chain Innovations
Advanced Manufacturing Techniques: 3D Printing, Robotics, and Automation
Data Analytics and Predictive Modeling for Business Optimization
AI in Business
Innovation in Tourism:
Smart Tourism Destinations
Innovations in Tourism Marketing
Climate Change and Innovations in Tourism
Personalized Experiences through Data-Driven Technologies
Sustainable Transportation Solutions for Tourism
New Trends in Business Organization:
Remote Work and Digital Nomadism: Challenges and Opportunities
Agile and Flexible Organizational Structures
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace
Collaborative Platforms and Sharing Economy Models
The Rise of Social Enterprises and Impact-driven Business Models
New Trends in Entrepreneurship:
Social Entrepreneurship: Creating Sustainable Impact
Tech Entrepreneurship and Startup Ecosystems
Funding Innovations: Crowdfunding, Venture Capital, and Impact Investing
The Role of Incubators and Accelerators in Nurturing Startup Success
Ethical Considerations in Entrepreneurship: Responsible Innovation and Ethical Leadership
Keynote speakers
Sudesh Mujumdar
Dr. Sudesh Mujumdar joined the Romain College of Business at the University of Southern Indiana (USI) as Dean and Professor of Economics in July 2022. As Dean, he has led the development and actualization of a futuristic value proposition anchored in building market-leading competencies for ALL undergraduate business students at USI – competencies that no other business school, globally, is building at scale at the undergraduate level. He also successfully led the extension of AACSB accreditation for business and accounting programs at Romain College. Prior to his Deanship at the Romain College, Dr. Mujumdar served as Dean of the College of Business Administration at Savannah State University in Savannah, Georgia, where he successfully led the College in its extension of AACSB accreditation and secured more than $4 million in grants and private donor funding. He also successfully led the inclusion of Savannah State University as a partnering institution in Bank of America’s $1 billion initiative to expand economic opportunity and social justice, and forged partnerships and relationships with business organizations such as Gulfstream and PricewaterhouseCoopers, various city and state government offices, Texas A&M’s Human Behavior Lab, and the Avatar Lab at the Bagwell College of Education (Kennesaw State University), shaping the College of Business Administration’s brand identity and visibility. Dr. Mujumdar’s research interests are in applied game theory and biometrics. He has a number of publications in A*/A journals, such as Games and Economic Behavior and Economics Letters.
Mohammed Khayum
Dr. Mohammed Khayum, University of Southern Indiana (USI) Provost Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of Economics. During his tenure as Provost, Khayum spearheaded a range of transformative initiatives at USI. This included establishing graduate and undergraduate degree programs, expanding online learning opportunities and active involvement in community and economic development projects. From 2010 onward, he played a pivotal role in shaping and executing the University's strategic plans. Khayum's efforts were particularly concentrated on bolstering data integration and fostering collaboration within the University, with a special emphasis on improving student recruitment and retention strategies. Before becoming Provost, he was the Dean of USI's Romain College of Business from 2006 to 2018. Khayum joined the University in 1991 and retired in 2023. During his time at USI he also served as Department Chair and Associate Dean. Over his 12-year tenure as Dean, he worked to extend the College's business and accounting accreditations, implement an accelerated Master of Business Administration Program and established the Romain College of Business Innovative Speaker Series. This Series featured influential figures such as T. Boone Pickens, Ben Bernanke, Oscar Salazar, General Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret.) and Steve Wozniak. Currently, Dr. Khayum serves as advisor to NewCarbon, a clean energy infrastructure company and Elsmere Education, a leading innovator in online higher education.
Irena Ateljevic
Holding a PhD in Human Geography from the University of Auckland, New Zealand, Dr Irena Ateljevic devoted almost two decades to teaching at Auckland University of Technology and Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand, as well as Wageningen University in the Netherlands. Throughout her academic tenure, she was actively involved in global research and served as a senior policy adviser. Irena spearheaded social projects in Auroville, South India, led a multidisciplinary team of scholars in a collaborative study of the tourism-identity nexus in Yunnan Province, China, examined the transformative role of tourism across Europe under the guidance of the UN World Tourism Organization, and developed a program of sustainable tourism policies and strategies for the Republic of Croatia. Determined to bring theory into action, Dr. Ateljević transitioned from academia in 2011 to champion successful social-entrepreneurship projects such as Terra Meera, a hub for regeneration and human potential, Regenerate Europe, a multisectoral platform promoting the pan-European regeneration movement, SHE - Sibenik Hub for Ecology, a women-empowered initiative emphasizing local organic farming and the establishment of a seed bank, and Phoenix Arbor, a center for human development and innovative action. A living example of the transformative power of applied regenerative methodologies, Irena continues to educate, inspire, and spark personal transformation in others through her insightful keynotes and workshops.