


With over 18 years of experience in academia and industry, Dr. Vinay Kandpal is a finance expert and educator who teaches and mentors students at Graphic Era (Deemed to be University), Dehradun, India. He is a Professor in Department of Management Studies, Graphic Era (Deemed to be University), Dehradun, India where he imparts his knowledge and insights on diverse topics in finance, management, and education. He holds a D Litt (Post Doc) and a Ph.D. in Finance from Kumaun University, India, and is also a Post Doctorate Scholar of PG Administracao-Paulista University – UNIP, Brazil. Dr. Kandpal is also an enthusiastic and prolific researcher and author, who has published more than sixty-two research papers and six books on diverse subjects, such as sustainability, fintech, smart cities, risk management, circular economy, and financial inclusion. He has presented his work at prestigious international conferences and institutions and serves on the Editorial and Reviewer Boards of several well-regarded journals. He is a Full-Time Member of the Association of North America Higher Education International (ANAHEI). Dr. Kandpal’s impressive career highlights his commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering innovation in finance.
