The Banking Executive Magaizne - March 2025 Issue

UNIDO Global Call 2025 SHAPING THE FUTURE OF CREATIVITY, INNOVATION, AND SUSTAINABILITY In a world where creativity and in- novation drive sustainable growth, the UNIDO Global Call 2025: Creative Orange Economy – Inno- vating the Future serves as a global platform to empower creative tal- ents, promote sustainability, and harness technology for economic transformation. THE UNIDO GLOBAL CALL 2025: Creative Orange Economy – Inno- vating the Future is a groundbreak- ing initiative designed to empower innovators, entrepreneurs, and cre- atives worldwide by recognizing and promoting sustainable, tech- nology-driven, and culturally sig- nificant projects within the creative industries. As part of UNIDO’s commitment to fostering economic growth through creativ- ity, this competition serves as a global platform for individuals, startups, and organizations to showcase pioneering solutions in three core categories: Eco-friendly Production, Digital Innovation, and Cultural Heritage & Trade. By encouraging sustainable materials, green production methods, and eco-conscious design, the initiative seeks to drive environmentally re- sponsible practices across indus- tries such as fashion, art, and design. The Digital Innovation cat- egory highlights cutting-edge tech- nological advancements, including digital media, gaming, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR), aiming to redefine sto- rytelling, user engagement, and creative expression. Meanwhile, the Cultural Heritage & Trade cat- egory focuses on preserving tradi- tional crafts, promoting cultural tourism, and integrating heritage into modern economies through ethical and sustainable ap- proaches. A special focus on youth engagement further expands the competition’s impact, with dedi- cated categories for school and university students, encouraging young minds to explore creativity, problem-solving, and innovation in sustainability, technology, and cultural preservation. UNIDO GLOBAL CALL 2025: A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR CREATIVE INNOVATORS Winners will gain global recogni- tion, networking opportunities with industry leaders, investors, and policymakers, as well as ac- cess to mentorship and resources that can help scale and commer- cialize their ideas. More than just a competition, UNIDO’s Global Call 2025 is a movement toward an inclusive, forward-thinking Or- ange Economy, where creativity becomes a driving force for sus- tainable development. By offering a stage for creative talents world- wide, this initiative is shaping the future of the creative economy, fostering economic resilience, cul- tural diversity, and technological progress. the BANKING EXECUTIVE 12 ISSUE 195 MARCH 2025 UNIDO Global Call 2025: