Dr. R. Vennila is a distinguished academic and researcher currently serving as a Professor in the School of Commerce Studies at Jain (Deemed-to-be University), Bengaluru. With over 18 years of teaching and research experience, she has established herself as an eminent scholar in the field of Commerce and Finance. Dr. Vennila holds a Ph.D. in Commerce with a specialization in Finance from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, where she also earned her M.Phil., MBA, M.Com, and PGDCA, consistently securing top ranks and distinctions. Her academic journey reflects a deep commitment to excellence and lifelong learning. An accomplished author and researcher, Dr. Vennila has published extensively in reputed Scopus-indexed, ABDC-listed, and UGC Care journals. Her research spans a wide range of contemporary topics, including financial management, behavioral finance, artificial intelligence in business, green finance, and investment analysis. She has also contributed several book chapters and authored multiple books, such as Financial Risk Management, Intelligent Data Analytics in Business, and Financial Systems in Economic Development. Dr. Vennila’s contributions extend to innovation and intellectual property, with multiple patents granted in the areas of AI, financial technology, and employee engagement systems. She is a regular keynote speaker and resource person at national and international conferences, fostering knowledge exchange and academic collaboration. Her passion for digital learning is evident through the development of e-content and MOOCs, making her a dynamic educator dedicated to advancing commerce education and research excellence.