Amitrajeet A. Batabyal

<p>Amitrajeet A. Batabyal&nbsp;is Distinguished Professor and Arthur J. Gosnell Professor of economics at the Rochester Institute of Technology. He also serves as Head of the sustainability department, where he leads initiatives to integrate sustainable practices into economic frameworks.</p>

<p>Karlen Khachatryan&nbsp;is Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Management at Yerevan State University in Armenia. He oversees academic programs and research activities, fostering a dynamic environment for economic and managerial studies.</p>

<p>Karima Kourtit&nbsp;is Prominent Researcher at the Open University of the Netherlands, where she leads the 'Smart Cities &amp; Data Analytics' program. Her research spans urban development, creative industries, cultural heritage, digital technology, and strategic performance. She collaborates with international organizations such as the World Bank, OECD, and Urban Europe. Kourtit also serves as Executive Director of TRSA.</p>

<p>Peter Nijkamp&nbsp;is Emeritus Professor at VU University, Amsterdam, and Leading Authority in regional and urban economics. His research encompasses spatial mobility, urban modeling, sustainability, and tourism. Nijkamp has authored numerous influential works, served on various advisory boards, and was awarded the prestigious Spinoza Prize in 1996. He is currently Vice President of TRSA and is affiliated with Rijeka University in Croatia.</p>