(Dr.) Jai Kotecha, a Chartered Accountant with a Ph.D. in Financial Management from Savitribai Phule Pune University, brings over 15 years of experience in academia and industry. He specialises in Capital Markets, Portfolio Management, Financial Planning, and Risk Management. As a faculty member, he has taught in various programs and served as a visiting faculty at esteemed institutions like ICAI and ICSI. Prof. Kotecha’s corporate background includes roles at Bank of America, Barclays, and Standard Chartered Bank, enriching his teaching and research efforts. He continues to inspire and shape the future of finance professionals with his expertise and dedication.