Innovation Conclave 2025

The Innovation Conclave 2025, held on 24th July 2025 at the Dr. S. Xavier Britto Auditorium, LIBA, centered on the theme “AI and Sustainability” and was jointly organized by the Innovation and Incubation Council (IIC) and the Centre for Sustainability Excellence. A solemn invocation, symbolic tree sapling watering, and cultural elements reflecting LIBA’s Jesuit and regional values set the tone for the event. Hosted by Keerthi N.G. and Aravind Ram S.P. of F24, the conclave featured expert insights from three distinguished speakers: Mr. Sriram IA, Director – Strategic Business Development at JI, who spoke on AI’s role in sales and marketing; Dr. Shrinivas Susarla, Chief Strategy Officer at iNube, who explored the integration of AI in sustainable finance; and Mr. Vinay Narayanaswamy, Engagement Manager at Kelsa Solutions, who discussed AI’s transformative impact on human resources. The session was enriched by contributions from Prof. P.C. Lakshmi Narayanan (Dean Academics), Prof. Kishore Kunal (Dean Online Learning and Convenor-IIC), Dr. P. Vasumathi (Chair, Centre for Sustainability Excellence), and student representative Mr. Adharsh Anton J. An interactive Q&A emphasized the importance of innovation and responsible technology adoption in building a sustainable future.