Bringing together leaders from academia, industry and global sustainability practice, this webinar explores how sustainability leadership and professional skills are evolving across sectors. 

Embedding sustainability into education practice will be explored with key insights shared. 

A greater understanding of how businesses are incorporating SDGs and sustainability into operational governance and how educators can respond to this trend will be a learning outcome. 

From governance frameworks and ESG standards to real-world implementation, the discussion will offer practical insight into how organisations are responding to the global sustainability challenge.

The panel features Professor Mohammad Dastbaz, Principal and CEO of MLA College, whose work focuses on digital innovation, smart cities and the role of emerging technologies such as AI in sustainable development. He is joined by Anita Punwani, Associate Tutor at MLA College and a leading expert in ESG, governance and international standards linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Offering a corporate and operational perspective, Dr Shaun Davis, Global Environment, Health, Safety and Responsible Business Director at Belron and an MLA College alumnus, shares insight from leading sustainability and compliance strategies within global organisations. Rubelyn Valdehueza, COO of SDG Waste Management and also an alumna of MLA College, brings practical experience in environmental compliance and implementing sustainability initiatives on the ground.

Completing the panel, Krishnan Subramaniam, Chief Learning Officer at Transworld Academy of Excellence, draws on over four decades of experience across global supply chains, logistics and professional development, with a focus on how industries adapt to disruption and build future-ready skills.

Together, the panel will explore the intersection of leadership, innovation and practice, offering valuable perspectives on how sustainability is being embedded across organisations and sectors worldwide.

This session is hosted by Beth Kennedy, Editor at The PIE News.

Building a Sustainable Future: Leadership, Skills and Innovation in Practice