Overview

The International Executive School, Strasbourg (France), and the Sharda School of Business Studies, Sharda University, Greater Noida (India), are jointly organizing a 2-Day International Conference on “Innovate, Adapt, Lead, and Sustain (IALS 2.0): Shaping the Future of Business” under the theme “Bridging Borders: A Doctoral Research Exchange,” scheduled to be held on 20–21 February 2026. This conference brings together global scholars, industry experts, and doctoral researchers on a common platform.

The event aims to foster cross-border academic dialogue, promote innovative research, and highlight emerging trends shaping contemporary business ecosystems. Through insightful keynote sessions, research paper presentations, and collaborative discussions, participants will explore strategies for innovation, leadership, adaptability, and sustainability in a rapidly evolving world. The conference will serve as an enriching academic forum, encouraging interdisciplinary learning and strengthening international research collaboration


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Objectives of Event

  • To foster international research collaboration among doctoral scholars by providing a platform for cross-border academic dialogue and knowledge exchange.
  • To enhance research communication and presentation skills through paper discussions, feedback sessions, and interactive panels with peers and experts
  • To promote interdisciplinary understanding by encouraging participants to explore connections between diverse research fields and global issues.
  • To build a global network of emerging researchers committed to advancing innovative, ethical, and socially relevant research practices.


Key Highlights:

  •  International platform for doctoral research exchange and networking
  •  Constructive peer and expert feedback on research work
  •  Opportunities for mentorship and collaboration

Registration  Link: https://forms.gle/6uiAP83rxkooAaLb7

E-certificates will be provided to all registered participants who attend the event and submit feedback form

Convener Details

Advisors:

  • Prof. Debasis Mallik (Dean, SSBS)
  • Prof. Nikhil Kulshrestha (Associate, Dean, SSBS)

Convener Details:

·         Dr. Jimmy Naipaul - Head of Research, International Executive School, Strasbourg, France (jimmynaipaul@ies.education) 

·         Dr. Khagendra Nath Gangai - Assistant Professor of Management, Sharda School of Business Studies, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India (khagendra.gangai@sharda.ac.in) 

·         Dr. Ajay Kumar - Assistant Professor of Management, Sharda School of Business Studies, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India(ajay.kumar10@sharda.ac.in) 

·         Prof. (Dr.) Hari Shankar Shyam - Professor of Management, Sharda School of Business Studies, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India (harishankar.shyam@sharda.ac.in) 

Speaker Details:

  • • Prof (Dr.) Zina Kyriakou - Dean of International Executive School, Strasbourg, France
  • • Dr. D’vorah Graeser, Harvard University and CEO and Founder of Rocket Smart
  • • Renah Kang, Director of Luxury and Lifestyle at IHG Group
  • • Frank Naboulsi, Vice President Operations at Fairmont Group AND Vice President, Luxury & Upper Upscale Brands at AccorHotels
  • • Dr. Indrani Persad-Bachan, University of the West Indies, Trinidad and Tobago
  • • Zishan Iqbal - Islamic Development Bank
  • • Dr. Anubha Walia, Chief Executive Officer of Prism World Pvt Ltd
  • • Mr. P M Pandey, RJ CORP LIMITED
  • • Mary Ratnam, Assistant Professor, International Executive School, Strasbourg, France
  • • Mr Durga Ranganath, Elsevier
  • • Dr. Raj K Kovid, Professor, Strategy & Entrepreneurship, UPES School of Business, UPES, Dehradun, India
  • • Dr. Prakash Singh, Associate Professor, E-Commerce Department at the College of Administrative and Financial Sciences, Saudi Electronic University, Saudi Arabia.