Conference Agenda

This article examines how education in perennial crops and nurseries, supported by innovative pedagogical management, can open entrepreneurial opportunities for students, contributing to sustainable rural development. It analyzes sustainable practices, the use of modern technologies, such as precision agriculture, and environmental management, which can be foundations for students to design and manage agricultural ventures, such as commercial nurseries or high-value perennial crops, highlighting the social and economic impact of these ventures on local communities.

The article emphasizes the importance of integrating sustainable practices and innovative technologies into agricultural education. This not only improves learning but also prepares students to identify and take advantage of market opportunities by understanding sustainability and economic management, which are essential for developing entrepreneurs capable of innovating in the agricultural sector, particularly in rural areas of Ecuador. It links the educational approach to entrepreneurship, highlighting its potential to generate economic, social, and environmental impact on rural development, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Women play an important role in the development of society due to the key roles they perform within it. However, they are not exempt from suffering mental health problems. This study aims to understand how being a woman and the occupations and/or roles assigned to women in society could be precipitating factors for the onset of symptoms of anxiety and depression. The study consisted of a narrative bibliometric review aimed at analyzing scientific production related to symptoms of depression and anxiety in women according to their occupation. This review was conducted in PubMed using a search equation and highlighting the 15 most cited articles. The clusters identified show that research focuses on women's mental health, especially around occupational stress, the COVID-19 pandemic, pregnancy, and postpartum depression, highlighting the vulnerability of healthcare workers. The high prevalence of depression in women compared to men represents an important niche of research interest. According to the evidence, there are various approaches that link this prevalence in women to mental health factors, occupational stress, and risks associated with the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The pisco industry plays a key economic and cultural role in Peru. This study develops an operational model for the small Peruvian winery, dedicated to pisco production, with the objective of reducing the end-of-line cycle time through the application of Lean Manufacturing tools. The model comprises two integrated components: first, the stabilization of operations in the quality control and labeling stations through the application of 5S; and second, the physical redesign of critical activities using Poka Yoke and Slotting to improve workflow and reduce human error. Validation was conducted using a hybrid approach combining a pilot test and discrete-event simulation in Arena. The simulation demonstrated a 31.8% reduction in end-of-line time from 48.97 to 33.40 seconds per bottle, a 20% decrease in material search time, and a 76% reduction in the deviation of quality defects. These results suggest the effectiveness of the proposed solution in improving operational efficiency and highlight its potential for replication across other micro and small wineries in Peru’s wine sector.

The present research aimed to establish the correlation between relationship marketing and the positioning of a Trujillo 2024 pharmaceutical laboratory. The study contributes to the fulfillment of SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure). The methodology was applied with a quantitative approach, non-experimental, correlational and cross- sectional design. The population consisted of 90 people, including clients and healthcare professionals, using a census sample. The collection technique was a survey using structured questionnaires, validated by expert judgment with a Cronbach's alpha reliability of 0.767.
The results showed that 83.3% of participants perceived a high level of relationship marketing, while 72.2% rated the laboratory's positioning as high. Correlational analysis using Spearman's Rho determined a significant positive correlation of 0.280 (p < 0.05) between the main variables. Specifically, a correlation of 0.345 (p < 0.001) was found between loyalty and positioning, 0.345 (p < 0.001) between personalized communication and positioning, and 0.280 (p < 0.008) between after-sales service and positioning. It was concluded that relationship marketing strategies effectively contribute to strengthening positioning in the local market, confirming the hypothesis and providing empirical evidence on the importance of relationship strategies.

This research demonstrates a deliberate use of the Design Sprint approach as a driver for fast and significant innovation in social companies. The primary aim is to illustrate how a methodology initially designed for technology companies can be proficiently modified to tackle intricate social issues, facilitating rapid problem-solving and verified prototyping within a few five days. This study utilizes a qualitative, multi-case methodology to examine Latin American efforts, demonstrating how Design Sprint promotes cross-functional cooperation, expedites concept validation, and improves user-centered solutions, especially in resource-limited contexts. Significant results include enhanced alignment with community requirements, more clarity in social value propositions, and quantifiable progress in product or service viability. The paper's distinctiveness resides in its multidisciplinary amalgamation of design thinking, social business modeling, and open innovation, specifically adapted for mission-driven enterprises. By integrating empathy, inclusiveness, and fast iteration into the core of innovation processes, Design Sprint becomes a robust framework for creating scalable and contextually relevant solutions. This contribution enhances the dialogue on rapid-cycle innovation for social benefit and provides practical insights for entrepreneurs, NGOs, and policymakers aiming to implement impact-oriented change with efficiency, intent, and accuracy.