Dr. Deepak Tripathi is a dedicated finance educator and researcher with over ten years of diverse experience in academia, research and industry. His career spans roles as an Assistant Professor at renowned institutions such as Kalinga University and Sharda College, where he designed innovative curricula, mentored students, and spearheaded research initiatives. Prior to his academic appointments, Dr. Tripathi honed his analytical expertise as a Senior Research Analyst at American Express, where his work in financial research and data analysis contributed to strategic investment decision-making.

A scholar with a strong research orientation, Dr. Tripathi’s work focuses on composite financing and financial efficiency, particularly in the context of environmentally conscious small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). His research leverages advanced methodologies including Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA), Artificial Neural Networks, and metaheuristic models to explore working capital efficiency, capital structure optimization, and the impact of fintech on financial inclusion. His contributions are well-recognized in the academic community, with several papers accepted and published in esteemed international journals (indexed by ABDC, Scopus and Web of Science) and book chapters with reputable publishers like Taylor & Francis and Springer.