Conference Schedule
Doctoral Workshop
Research method and reporting: reporting systematic literature review and developing research publications based on systematic literature review
Instructor: Dr. Bella Butler, Associate Professor at the School of Management and Marketing of Faculty of Business and Law at Curtin University (Australia)
Online participants: Link to Workshop
The workshop will guide doctoral students through the protocol, statistical analysis plan, baseline characteristics, results for the primary outcome, results for secondary outcomes and results for additional outcomes, and developing publications based on a systematic literature review. During this workshop doctoral students will practice the research skills in relation to their respective research topics.
Part 1 of the Workshop
Lunch Break
Part 2 of the Workshop
Networking, Reflection and Ideation with Your Peers
Arrival and Registration, Morning Coffee
Welcome Addresses
Conference Moderator:
Aigars Ceplītis, DPhD, Dean of RISEBA University, Faculty of Media and Creative Technologies
Welcome Speeches:
I.Senņikova, PhD, Rector of RISEBA University of Applied Sciences
A.Paalzow, PhD, Rector of SSE Riga
Līga Peiseniece, PhD, Rector of BA School of Business and Finance
V.Kaže, PhD, Vice-Rector for Research and Development, RISEBA University of Applied Sciences
Session 1
Technology as a Catalyst for Change: Challenges and Opportunities for Future Societies
Keynote Speakers:
Jay Mitra, PhD (Professor, Essex Business School, University of Essex) - Citizen Science, Citizen Entrepreneurship, and Citizen Engagement
Sergio Arzeni (President, International Network for SME) - Rebuilding an Ethical World
Expert Panel Focus: Expert Panel Focus: Exploring perspectives on societal adaptability to rapid technological advancements, the role of governance, and addressing unintended consequences
Keynote speakers joined by
Irina Senņikova, PhD (Rector, RISEBA University of Applied Sciences)
Anders Paalzow, PhD (Rector, SSE Riga)
Coffee Break & Networking
Session 2
The AI Revolution: Impacts on Learning, Work, and Governance
Keynote Speakers:
Jānis Grēviņš, PhD (Director, Higher Education and Science Information Technology Shared Service Centre) - AI Driven Careers - Role of Human and Universities
Andris Grafs (Vice-President, Baltic Institute of Corporate Governance) - Will AI Sit on the Corporate Board?
Konstantīns Kuzikovs, CIM (Board Member, Latvian Advertising Association) - AI vs. Journalism: Ethics, Truth, and the Fight for Credibility and Humanity
Expert Panel Focus: In-depth discussion of AI's promises and perils in reshaping education, business, and public policy, focusing on practical implications and governance
Keynote speakers joined by
Iveta Ludviga, PhD (Dean of Faculty of Business and Economics, RISEBA University of Applied Sciences)
Valters Kaže, PhD (Vice-Rector for Research and Development, RISEBA University of Applied Sciences)
Lunch and Networking
Session 3
Empowering Societies: Collaborating for Tech-Driven Sustainability
Keynote Speakers:
Emil Velinov, PhD (Professor, RISEBA University of Applied Sciences; Newton University; DHBW) - Social Entrepreneurship and Technology Impact on Societies in Emerging Markets
Sudip Roy, MBCS (DIVITAE LTD, UK) - Entrepreneurship in the Age of AI: Seizing Opportunities for Sustainable Innovation and Business Transformation
Justs Dimants, PhD (Head Researcher, Sustainability Cluster) - Strategic Digitalization in Societal Transitions: Integrating Business Development with Sustainability
Expert Panel Focus: Expert Panel Focus: Exploring actionable strategies for integrating technology into sustainable development, fostering collaboration, and addressing barriers to implementation
Keynote speakers joined by
Bella Butler, PhD (Associate Professor at Faculty of Business and Law of Curtin University, Australia)
Edgars Sedovs, PhD researcher (Head of Risk, Rietumu banka)
Conclusion and Final Remarks
Arrival and Technical Check-Up
Parallel Sessions
Detailed agenda with ZOOM link and rooms is available in PDF document here: Link to Schedule