International Conference on Sustainable Practices, Innovation, and Responsible Entrepreneurship
13–14 March 2026 | S.B. Patil Institute of Management (SBPIM), Pune, India
In Academic Association with Worcester Business School, University of Worcester, United Kingdom
Welcome to INSPIRE 2026
INSPIRE 2026 is the flagship International Conference of S.B. Patil Institute of Management (SBPIM), Pune, dedicated to advancing research, innovation, and global academic collaboration. The conference serves as a dynamic platform where academicians, researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and students come together to exchange ideas, present pioneering research, and discuss solutions to contemporary business and societal challenges.
Organized in academic association with the Worcester Business School, University of Worcester (United Kingdom), INSPIRE 2026 reflects SBPIM's commitment to promoting interdisciplinary research, sustainable development, and responsible entrepreneurship. The conference encouraged scholarly dialogue across management, commerce, technology, business analytics, sustainability, and allied disciplines, fostering meaningful collaborations between academia and industry.
The conference witnessed enthusiastic participation from researchers representing universities, higher education institutions, corporate organizations, and research centres across India and abroad. Through keynote addresses, technical paper presentations, panel discussions, and networking sessions, INSPIRE 2026 created an enriching environment for knowledge sharing and intellectual engagement.
The accepted research papers were published in the INSPIRE 2026 Conference Proceedings (ISBN) following a rigorous peer-review process, ensuring the highest standards of academic quality, originality, and research integrity. The proceedings present innovative ideas, evidence-based research, and practical insights that contribute to sustainable business practices, responsible leadership, and innovation-driven growth.
INSPIRE 2026 stands as a testament to SBPIM's vision of creating globally relevant academic platforms that inspire research excellence, strengthen international partnerships, and contribute meaningfully to sustainable and inclusive development.
Together, we inspire ideas, foster innovation, and shape a sustainable future through research excellence.