Ms. Melina Taprantzi, Founder of Earth and Co, delivered a powerful keynote speech at aiConnect 2025 in Abu Dhabi, addressing the critical intersection of artificial intelligence and sustainability. Her session stood out as a highlight of the conference, which welcomed over 129 delegates from 51 client governments and strategic partners.
In her keynote, Melina, explored the transformational role of change management in driving sustainable practices, the deeper “why and what” behind sustainability, and the growing pressure from younger generations on the corporate world to align with purpose-driven values. She also delved into the disruption AI is set to bring across industries, calling for a proactive and inclusive approach to navigate the road ahead.
A key moment of the event was the official launch of the VFS Integrated Sustainability Report, which the CEO of VFS Global Mr. Zubin Karkaria and Ms. Melina Taprantzi introduced on stage — a milestone that reflects the shared commitment of responsible business practices and future-fit leadership.
This keynote was part of the ongoing collaboration between Earth and Co and VFS.
