Dr. Sonali Yadav is Professor of Practice at IILM University and Program Chair for the MBA in Accounting & Finance Pathway (in collaboration with KPMG) and MBA in Investment Banking (with NISM), bringing over 20 years of rich experience in capital markets, equity research, derivatives, portfolio management, and algorithmic trading. She is the founder of Profit Point, a thriving venture dedicated to financial literacy, portfolio consulting, training, and investment advisory. A Certified Financial Goal Planner (NSE) and SEBI SMARTS Trainer, Dr. Yadav is also a prominent fin-influencer and educator, promoting financial awareness through her YouTube channel and public workshops. She has been instrumental in driving industry-aligned curriculum, internship-placement linkages, and academic excellence through her engagement at IILM and mentorship at institutions like Master’s Union. Dr. Yadav actively collaborates with financial institutions, regulators, and academia to update pedagogy with emerging trends such as fintech, algo trading, and wealth management. Her consultancy work includes portfolio rebalancing and investment advisory for senior executives, leveraging advanced quantitative models to align portfolios with individual goals and risk tolerance. She regularly contributes to Faculty Development Programs (FDPs) and Management Development Programs (MDPs), integrating IT-enabled investment strategies into her teaching. An avid researcher with 28 published papers and a reviewer for international journals, she frequently chairs technical sessions at conferences and is a sought-after speaker at seminars and industry forums. Dr. Yadav’s mission is to build financially literate, market-ready professionals by blending academic rigor, real-world insight, and a passion for lifelong learning.