Patron: Prof. Amiya Kumar Rath

Prof. Amiya Kumar Rath, the esteemed Vice Chancellor of Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Odisha, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our conference on sustainable business. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, he has made significant contributions as an educationist, researcher, author, and mentor.

Previously serving as the Adviser (ICT) at the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), Bengaluru, Prof. Rath has also held the position of Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Burla. His academic credentials include a master's degree (M.Tech) and a doctorate in Computer Engineering, complemented by an MBA in Systems Management.

Prof. Rath has authored around 150 research papers and nine books, mentored 13 Ph.D. scholars, and supervised 20 M.Tech graduates. He has been involved in over 150 national and international conference committees and has served as Program Chair for 15 prestigious international conferences. His contributions to education have been recognized with multiple awards and his participation in over 50 international conferences has fostered global collaborations.

Prof. Rath’s leadership and dedication to academic excellence are set to provide invaluable guidance and support to our conference, ensuring a meaningful and impactful discussion on sustainable business practices.His significant contributions to academia and research have earned him four distinguished awards. Additionally, his expertise has been sought by the NAAC, where he has served as a peer team member, contributing to the evaluation of educational quality across over 50 higher education institutions in India.

With a steadfast commitment to continuous improvement, Prof. Amiya Kumar Rath's visionary leadership and expertise are poised to propel Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Odisha, to new heights.

General Chair: Prof. Satya Swaroop Debashish

Dr Sathya Swaroop Debasish is a full Professor (since year 2018) and presently Head of the Department of Business Administration in Utkal University. With a throughout Higher First Class career he is having 25 years of Experience in Teaching and Research with Universities such as Nirma University (Ahmedabad), GGS Indraprastha University (Delhi), KIIT University (Bhubaneswar) and Fakir Mohan University (Balasore, Odisha). He was selected and visited South America/Brazil in Group Study Exchange Programme (fully sponsored by Rotary International). Presently, he is the Chairman (Board of Studies) and Chairman (Department Research Committee) in Utkal University. He has previously served as the Co-ordinator of Executive MBA Program, Special Officer (National Academic Depository (NAD), Director of Sports Council and Center Co-ordinator of Global Center for Rural Studies (a Center of Excellence under RUSA 2.0 in Utkal University). Prof Debasish is currently the Director/Professor-in-Charge of Utkal Innovation and Incubation Center (UIIC). Further, he has authored over 35 Research Papers published in Scopus-indexed journals and UGC-CARE listed Journals, with citations of over 960, h-index of 16 and i-10 index of 24. He has completed One UGC Sponsored Research Project in the area of Financial Services and Mutual Funds. He has authored/co-authored 9 text books which are published by reputed publishers like Prentice Hall of India, Himalaya Publishers and Excel Books. He has over 30 paper presentations in Seminars/Conferences and Chaired many Technical sessions in Conferences. He is the Syndicate nominee to Board of Studies in Maharaja Sayaji Rao University, Baroda and VC nominee (for Board of Studies) to many Institutions under a and VC nominee (for Board of Studies) to many Institutions under Utkal University. Dr Debasish is the member of Affiliation Committee , member of Research Committee and Member of Board of Studies for Biju Patnaik Technical University, Odisha. Further, he has conducted PhD viva at over 40 Universities across India as Examiner/Adjudicator and also Selection Committee Subject Expert in Faculty selection at various Institutes/Universities of repute both in Odisha and outside the state. He has already successfully guided 16 PhD Scholars and 5 scholars are under guidance at present. Prof Debasish has successfully completed ‘Nurturing Future Leadership Program’ under Ministry of Education, Govt of India conducted by Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta during July 2024.

Organising Chair, Prof. Raghunath Sahu

Dr. Raghunath Sahu is the Principal of the College of IT and Management Education (CIME), Bhubaneswar. He has over 23 years of experience in academia and administration. Dr. Sahu has been instrumental in leading CIME's steady growth and development since its inception as a key institution offering professional education in IT and management in Odisha. Under his leadership, CIME has emerged as one of the prominent constituent colleges of Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT). Dr. Sahu's vision focuses on innovation, industry collaboration, and the holistic development of students to meet global challenges.

Organising Chair: Prof. Manas Ranjan Kabat

Dr. Manas Ranjan Kabat, currently serving as the Principal of IMIT, Cuttack, is also a distinguished Professor in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology, Burla, Odisha, India. His extensive research interests encompass Internet and Quality of Service, Computer Algorithms, Real-Time Systems, Artificial Intelligence, and Wireless Sensor Networks.

Dr. Kabat has made significant contributions to the field as an editorial member and reviewer for several renowned international journals. He is affiliated with numerous international organizations and has successfully undertaken various administrative responsibilities. An accomplished author, Dr. Kabat has published numerous research articles and books on topics related to his research interests.

His expertise and leadership in both academia and administration will be instrumental in ensuring the success of our conference on sustainable business.

Program and Publication Chair: Prof. Srikanta Patnaik

Prof. Srikanta Patnaik is the Director of I.I.M.T., Bhubaneswar, India. He earned his Ph.D. in Engineering, specializing in Computational Intelligence, from Jadavpur University in 1999. Over the years, he has supervised more than 30 Ph.D. theses and 100 Master's theses, focusing on Computational Intelligence, Machine Learning, Soft Computing Applications, and Re-Engineering.

Prof. Patnaik has an impressive publication record, with approximately 100 research papers in international journals and conference proceedings. He has authored two textbooks, 55 edited volumes, and several invited book chapters, published by renowned international publishers such as IEEE, Elsevier, Springer-Verlag, and Kluwer Academic.

He holds the position of Editor-in-Chief for the International Journal of Information and Communication Technology and the International Journal of Computational Vision and Robotics, both published by Inderscience Publishing House, England. Additionally, he is the Editor of the Journal of Information and Communication Convergence Engineering and Associate Editor of the Journal of Intelligent and Fuzzy Systems (JIFS), all of which are indexed in Scopus.

Prof. Patnaik also serves as Editor-in-Chief for the book series "Modeling and Optimization in Science and Technology," published by Springer, Germany, and "Advances in Computer and Electrical Engineering (ACEE)" and "Advances in Medical Technologies and Clinical Practice (AMTCP)," both published by IGI Global, USA.

He is an active member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM). Furthermore, he is a Fellow of IETE, and a Life Member of ISTE and CSI. Prof. Patnaik has visited more than 20 countries and has served as a visiting professor at several universities worldwide.

Convener: Dr. Chandrakanta Sahoo

Dr. Chandrakanta Sahoo, is currently serving as an Associate Professor in MBA Department of IMIT, Cuttack. With 17 years of teaching and research experience, Dr. Sahoo is proficient in academic content creation, dashboard building using Microsoft Power BI and Google Data Studio, and teaching courses on OB, HR, and Business Research.

Dr. Sahoo holds a PhD in Business Administration from Utkal University, where his thesis focused on Corporate Social Responsibility in public sector enterprises. He also possesses an MBA in HRM and Marketing, an MA in English, and has qualified the UGC-National Eligibility Test in Management.

His administrative experience includes roles on compliance committees for NAAC, NBA, IQAC, and ISO, and he is an ISO-certified internal auditor with experience in academic audits of engineering departments. He is an AICTE certified Universal Human Values teacher.

Dr. Sahoo's professional memberships include the International Society for Development and Sustainability and the National Human Resource Development Network. He has published extensively in reputable journals and authored several books and book chapters on various aspects of management and HRM. His involvement in organizing international conferences and delivering keynotes further adds credential to his leadership in academia.

As convener of the conference, Dr. Sahoo's broad expertise and experience will be invaluable in guiding the event to success.

Co-Convener- Dr. Swati Mishra

Dr. Swati Mishra is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the MBA (OB & HRM) Department of IMIT, Cuttack, bringing nearly fourteen years of experience in teaching, research, and corporate practice. She holds a PhD in Human Resource Management from Kalinga Institute of Technology, focusing her research on the intrinsic motivation and retention of Indian Gen Y software professionals. Dr. Mishra also possesses an MBA in HR and Marketing from Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT), Odisha.

With a rich background in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Human Resource Development, and Organizational Behavior, Dr. Mishra has taught a wide array of courses for MBA, MCA, and BBA students. She combines her academic prowess with extensive research experience, utilizing modern analytical tools to derive innovative insights into employee retention strategies.

Dr. Mishra's professional journey includes two years of corporate experience with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICA), where she excelled in administrative and operational roles, contributing to revenue generation. Her academic contributions include twenty-four journal publications and eleven conference papers, alongside active participation in numerous conferences, faculty development programs, and workshops.

Her teaching philosophy emphasizes quality education through application-based modules, student mentorship, and coordination of value-added programs such as Faculty Development Programs (FDP) and Management Development Programs (MDP). Dr. Mishra is also dedicated to the holistic development of students, including personality development, soft skills training, and placement services.

Dr. Swati Mishra’s dedication to academic excellence and her dynamic approach to education and research make her a valuable asset as the co-convener of the conference.