Organised and hosted in association with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. Bringing together educators, researchers, entrepreneurs, professionals and students to explore innovation, sustainability and entrepreneurial culture in hospitality and tourism.
Hospitality and tourism are being reshaped by technology, global change and new consumer expectations. This conference treats entrepreneurial thinking not only as a business strategy, but as a culture.
In a world marked by rapid change and increasing complexity, the hospitality and tourism industry stands at a critical crossroads. Disrupted by global crises, reshaped by technology, and driven by evolving consumer expectations, the sector demands reinvention.
This conference brings together thought leaders, educators, practitioners, policymakers and emerging voices to explore how entrepreneurial thinking can redefine service models, foster inclusive economic development and unlock new dimensions of customer experience.
Foster deeper understanding of entrepreneurial thinking as a strategic mindset and cultural foundation in hospitality and tourism.
Highlight AI, sustainability, digital transformation, experiential travel and emerging business models.
Encourage students and aspiring professionals to pursue innovative career paths and ventures.
Present entrepreneurial journeys and disruptive innovations from India and across the world.
Discuss sustainable tourism, local communities and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Establish networks for partnerships, research collaboration and cross-cultural learning.
Participants can prepare and present research papers based on the themes below.
Eleven distinguished experts from India, United Kingdom, France, Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Switzerland.
Globally renowned scholar in tourism, hospitality, strategic management and digital innovation, with major contributions to smart tourism, AI, destination management and tourism technology.
Academic leader with more than 30 years of hospitality and tourism experience across luxury resorts, tourism destinations and higher education.
Distinguished hospitality educator and researcher recognised for contributions to hospitality education, sustainability and social inclusion.
Hospitality and real estate leader with extensive experience in hotel operations, strategic investments and business growth.
Academic and researcher in tourism, hospitality, destination management and sustainable tourism development.
Education leader advancing partnerships, innovation, skills development and industry engagement.
Expert in food process engineering and post-harvest technology with over 25 years of academic and research experience.
International education professional focused on academic partnerships and global hospitality learning opportunities.
Academician and administrator contributing to tourism, hospitality education, innovation and industry-academia collaboration.
Researcher in business management, innovation, technology adoption, consumer behaviour and sustainability.
Academic leader in innovation, entrepreneurship and technology development, mentoring startups and student innovators.
Papers prepared should be emailed to the conference committee for screening. Selected papers will be listed in the ISBN-numbered publication of SJIHMCT.
Email: events@sjihmct.ac.in
Last date for full paper submission.
Screening by conference committee.
Notification of selected papers.
Send your name, institution/organisation, participant category and paper title if applicable to events@sjihmct.ac.in. Scan the QR code or click the button below to register.
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