Lt. Commander Virendra Singh Rawat, post-retirement from Indian Navy, settled in his ancestral farm near Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand. A graduate from National Defence Academy, (1970) he holds dual specialisation in Marine and Aeronautical Engineering. He resides close to the historic ancient heritage site Kanvashram, situated on the bank of River Malini, officially recognised in 1956 by the government of Uttar Pradesh, as birthplace of Emperor Bharat. Living in such a culturally rich environment inspired his deep interest in the area's history. Lt. Cdr. Virendra Singh Rawat is President of Kanvashram Vikas Samiti since 1998, an NGO, propagating the cause of heritage site. He is also credited with bringing to light to Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) the relics of ancient monuments unearthed in Kanvashram region in 2012. Due to his untiring efforts, in 2018 Kanvashram was included in the list of ICONIC places declared by Govt of India, to be glorified, under a scheme envisioned by the Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He is also playing a significant role in community development, educating and guiding children of the surrounding villages and training them in various sports 170 disciplines like Basketball, Badminton, Lawn Tennis, Hockey etc. His dedication to both national service and grassroots social work reflects his commitment to holistic development and cultural preservation. He is also actively involved in welfare activities of veterans through various Ex-servicemen organisations since 1994.

Dr. Avni Patel is a seasoned academician with a doctoral degree in Management, specializing in Finance. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, reflecting a strong interdisciplinary foundation. She is currently affiliated with GLS University and serves as a research supervisor for doctoral candidates. Dr. Patel brings over fourteen years of experience in academia, complemented by four years in the corporate sector. Her academic and research interests encompass Financial Services, Economics for Managers, and Production and Operations Management. She has made significant scholarly contributions through research papers presented and published in reputed national and international journals and conferences. She has successfully qualified several professional examinations, including the UGC-NET, NCFM (Cash and Derivative Markets), as well as certifications from NISM and IRDA. In addition to her academic responsibilities, Dr. Patel is actively engaged in the Institute’s Final Placements Committee, where she plays a key role in facilitating industry interface and student career development. Dr. Deepa Vyas is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Management, GLS University, with over 14 years of experience in academia. She holds a Ph.D. in Marketing, an MBA in Marketing and Operations, and a B.Tech in Food Processing & Technology. Her teaching and research interests include Marketing Management, Consumer Behaviour, Quantitative Analysis, Operations Management, and Applied Research. Dr. Vyas has actively participated in national and international conferences and Faculty Development Programmes, and has published scholarly work in reputed journals. Dr. Hetall Dipen Vyas is a passionate academician with over 17 years of teaching experience and a year in corporate industry, bringing a rich blend of pedagogical depth and practical insight to her role. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at GLS University, she is known for her innovative teaching approaches and commitment to advancing financial education. She holds a Ph.D. in Financial Literacy from Nirma University, where her research focused on empowering individuals through financial awareness and informed decision-making. She further honed her academic leadership through the prestigious Faculty Development Programme at the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA). Dr. Vyas's academic interests span Finance, Blockchain, Entrepreneurship, and Financial Literacy. Her interdisciplinary passion fuels her work in bridging traditional finance education with emerging technologies and strategic entrepreneurial thinking. She continues to inspire future leaders with her dynamic classroom engagement and dedication to societal impact through structured financial planning.