This issue explores the dynamic interplay between sustainability, innovation, and cultural ethics in management. The issue features four diverse contributions that address pressing challenges in management, including the integration of gender-sensitive leadership, the balance of cultural preservation and economic sustainability in ethnic minority settlements, the impact of green human resource management practices on environmental performance in developing countries, and the reconfiguration of business ethics from a Chinese perspective. Together, these articles exemplify the importance of interdisciplinary approaches and contextualized solutions in advancing global management research. By drawing on case studies, empirical analyses, and theoretical frameworks, this issue provides actionable insights for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to foster sustainable and inclusive management practices. The editorial highlights the shared themes across the contributions and reflects on their implications for the evolving landscape of management in a rapidly transforming world.