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| occupation = Chartered Accountant, Global Wealth & Tax Strategist, TEDx Speaker, Entrepreneur

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| designation = Managing Partner – Nishant S. Mehta & Co; Co-Founder – Toogle

| yearsactive = 1999–present

| knownfor = Fintech audits, global wealth structuring, cross-border ~~estate planning, regulatory~~ advisory

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Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta is an Indian Chartered Accountant, fintech and global banking expert, auditor, entrepreneur, author and TEDx speaker with over 25 years of experience. Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta is known for work in fintech compliance, banking audits, risk management, global wealth structuring and cross-border financial advisory across multiple international markets.

'''Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta''' is an Indian Chartered Accountant, lawyer (LL.M), MBA (Finance), TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and mentor with over 25 years of cross-domain experience spanning finance, law, startups, and leadership development.

==Early Life==

Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta was born in India and is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

He is widely known for his work in fintech compliance, payment gateway and banking audits, global wealth and tax strategy, risk management, and cross-border estate planning advisory across India, the United States, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Europe, Japan, and Hong Kong.

~~He is the '''Managing Partner of Nishant S. Mehta & Co''' and the '''Co-Founder of Toogle''', integrating financial advisory with experiential entrepreneurship.~~

==Early Life ~~and Background~~==

Dr. Mehta was born in India and is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra~~. He qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1999 and has since remained professionally active across regulated financial and advisory ecosystems~~.

==Education==

* Chartered Accountant (ICAI)

* Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

* Master of Laws (LL.M.)

* ~~Master of Business Administration~~ (Finance)

* MBA (Finance)

* Doctorate in Banking & Fintech

==~~Professional~~ Career==

==Early Career==

Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta started his career with Chokshi & Chokshi and Citibank in corporate banking. He worked on credit monitoring for major corporate groups including Aditya Birla, Tata, Godrej, Philips and Videocon.

Dr. Mehta ~~is the Managing Partner of '''~~Nishant S. Mehta & Co~~'''~~, ~~a chartered accountancy and~~ advisory ~~practice working~~ with:

==Career==

In 2001, Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta founded Nishant S. Mehta & Co., which has grown into an international advisory firm with presence across India, UAE, UK, USA, Singapore, Japan and other regions.

* Banks and regulated financial entities

His core expertise includes:

* Fintech companies and payment gateways

* Fintech and payment gateway audits

* Family offices and business families

* Banking and compliance audits

* Startups and growth-stage enterprises

* Risk management and governance

* International taxation and FEMA advisory

His core ~~practice areas include~~:

* Global wealth structuring

* Cross-border estate planning

* Fintech and payment gateway audits

* Banking and ~~concurrent~~ audits

* ~~Regulatory~~ and ~~compliance advisory~~

* Risk governance ~~frameworks~~

* International taxation and FEMA advisory

* Global wealth structuring

* Cross-border estate ~~and succession~~ planning

~~As a '''Global Wealth & Tax Strategist''', he advises clients on long-term wealth preservation, succession architecture, and regulatory-compliant international structuring.~~

==Entrepreneurship==

Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta is Co-Founder of Toogle, a travel and experiential platform. He has also been associated with ventures such as Fashion Connect and Purple. He also created platforms like Nish Talks and Humans of Rotary, focusing on leadership and storytelling.

~~Dr. Mehta is a serial entrepreneur and the '''Co-Founder of Toogle''', a travel curation venture focused on experiential and curated journeys.~~

==Leadership Roles==

Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta has held multiple leadership roles:

~~He has also created platforms such as:~~

* Advisory Panel Member – Federation of Associations of Maharashtra

* Nish Talks

* Humans of Rotary

~~His philosophy blends financial structuring with experiential living — often described as “Designing Wealth & Curating Journeys.”~~

==Leadership ~~& Advisory~~ Roles==

Dr. Mehta ~~serves in several professional and~~ leadership ~~capacities~~:

* Advisory Panel Member – ~~Taxation,~~ Federation of Associations of Maharashtra ~~(2025–2027)~~

* Past President – Rotary Club of Mumbai Coastline

* ~~Active~~ Member – Young Indians (CII) ~~Mumbai~~

* Member – Young Indians (CII)

* ~~Multiple District~~ Leadership ~~Roles~~ – Toastmasters International

* Leadership roles – Toastmasters International District 98

He is a ~~'''Three~~-~~Time~~ Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM)~~''' and has led leadership conclaves and conferences across multiple cities~~.

He is a multiple-time Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM).

==Speaking Engagements==

Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta has delivered over 200 speaking engagements as a keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, panelist and mentor.

Dr. Mehta has ~~delivered '''200+ speaking engagements''' as a:~~

==Media Presence==

Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta has appeared on CNBC Awaaz and Mirror Now and has been featured in Business Standard, ANI News and Mid-Day.

* TEDx Speaker

* Jury Member

* Panelist

* Moderator

* Keynote Speaker

~~His talks cover:~~

* Fintech & digital banking evolution

* AI-~~driven risk models~~

* Leadership & reinvention

* Ethical decision-making

* Entrepreneurship & financial literacy

~~He is known for sharing lived experiences — including setbacks and ethical dilemmas — rather than motivational theory alone~~.

==Publications==

* Sweetheart. Scandalous. Scammer.

~~Dr. Mehta is the author of~~:

Book Links:

* https://www.amazon.in/dp/9374267136

* ~~''Sweetheart~~. ~~Scandalous~~. ~~Scammer.''~~

* https://www.flipkart.com/sweetheart-scandaous-scammer/p/itmd0685346af024

* ~~''The Art of Networking''~~

* https://wissenbookstore.com/product/sweetheart-scandalous-scammer/

* ~~''Power of 60 Seconds''~~

* https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=3IzHEQAAQBAJ

~~His work explores leadership psychology, networking strategy, behavioral decision-making, and professional growth~~.

* The Art of Networking

* Power of 60 Seconds

==Awards and Recognition==

* Maharashtra Bal Stamb Award

* London Excellence Award

* Fintech Titan Award (2025)

* Rex Karmaveer Fellowship & Chakra Award

* India Book of Records recognition

* Business Achiever Award (2023)

Dr. Mehta has ~~received multiple recognitions, including:~~

==Global Recognition==

Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta has been featured at Times Square, New York as part of an international recognition initiative.

* Governor’s Award for Leadership & Community Excellence

* Maharashtra Bal Stamb Award – Leading Fintech & Banking Auditor

* London Excellence Award – Global Entrepreneurship & Advisory Leadership

* Recognition at ~~London Parliament as Leading Chartered Accountant in India~~

* Fintech Titan Award (Hindustan Times ~~& Newreach~~, ~~2025)~~

* Rex Karmaveer Global Fellowship & Karmaveer Chakra Award (Bronze)

* India Book of ~~Records Certification (CA, LL~~.~~M & MBA combination)~~

~~==Areas of Expertise==~~

* Fintech & payment gateway audits

* Banking compliance & regulatory advisory

* Cross-border taxation

* Estate & succession structuring

* Wealth preservation strategy

* Risk management & governance

* Leadership development & mentoring

~~==Personal Philosophy==~~

~~Dr. Mehta believes leadership is built on preparation, responsibility, and disciplined follow-through.~~

==Professional Associations==

* Rotary International

* Toastmasters International

* Young Indians (CII)

* SKAL International

* Rotaract

~~His work sits at the intersection of:~~

==Podcast and Digital Presence==

Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta hosts Nish Pod, focusing on fintech, AI in finance, digital banking and regulatory frameworks.

* Wealth Strategy

==Vision==

* Leadership Development

Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta believes in ethical leadership, continuous learning and global financial innovation.

* Global Citizenship

* Human-Centered Storytelling

==~~Contact and Online Presence~~==

==External Links==

* https://nishantsmehta.com

* http://linkedin.com/in/nishantsmehta

* https://www.instagram.com/finance_wizard_

* https://www.forbesindia.com/article/brand-connect/brandvoltz-organises-icon-india-business-awards/57035/1

* https://www.ted.com/tedx/events/61550

* ~~Website~~: https://~~nishantsmehta~~.com

==Media Coverage==

* ~~LinkedIn:~~ http://in.~~linkedin~~.com/in/~~nishantsmehta~~

* Dainik Bhaskar – India Book of Records feature

* ~~Instagram:~~ https://www.~~instagram~~.com/~~finance_wizard_~~

* Crafting Bharat Awards 2025 – NewsReach initiative

* ~~Email~~: ~~nishant~~.~~mehta@nishantsmehta~~.~~com~~

* CNBC Awaaz – RBI repo rate discussion

* Mirror Now – Repo rate expert opinion

* https://aninews.in/news/business/business/the-indian-alert-presents-50-entrepreneurs-of-the-year-2023-a-day-of-the-visionary-entrepreneurs20230921155639/

* https://www.mid-day.com/amp/brand-media/article/the-indian-alert-unveils-its-selection-of-50-entrepreneurs-for-the-year-2023-23310254

* http://dhunt.in/PAQgJ

* Hindustan Pioneer – Professional feature

* https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/csr/initiatives/wasme-announces-winners-of-global-icon-awards-2022/articleshow/92651143.cms

* Business Standard – Influential people 2023

* Lokmat Times – Influential personalities

* Ahmedabad Mirror – Influential personalities

* Fox Story India – Awards coverage

* Business Standard – Global 50 Glory Awards

* Mid-Day – Chartered Accountant feature

* Business Standard – Fintech & Banking Audits award

* India Book of Records – Official listing

* Toastmasters – Speaker listing

* Indian Achievers Club – 50 under 50

* BW Businessworld – Articles and insights

* ED Times – Philanthropy feature

* https://www.cinestaan.com/people/nishant-s-mehta-141043

* https://www.itm.edu/newsandevents/cii-yi-yuva-orientation-programme-followed-by-leadership-talk

* The Emerging Icons – Entrepreneur feature

* The Success Today – Founder feature

* Reemarkabl – Social initiative

* Jabalpur Incubation Center – Mentor listing

* Growthbeats – India Fights Corona campaign

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-| occupation   = Chartered Accountant, Global Wealth & Tax Strategist, TEDx Speaker, Entrepreneur
+| occupation = Chartered Accountant, Global Wealth & Tax Strategist, TEDx Speaker, Entrepreneur
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+| designation = Managing Partner – Nishant S. Mehta & Co; Co-Founder – Toogle
-| yearsactive  = 1999–present
+| yearsactive = 1999–present
-| knownfor     = Fintech audits, global wealth structuring, cross-border estate planning, regulatory advisory
+| knownfor = Fintech audits, global wealth structuring, cross-border advisory
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+Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta is an Indian Chartered Accountant, fintech and global banking expert, auditor, entrepreneur, author and TEDx speaker with over 25 years of experience. Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta is known for work in fintech compliance, banking audits, risk management, global wealth structuring and cross-border financial advisory across multiple international markets.
-'''Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta''' is an Indian Chartered Accountant, lawyer (LL.M), MBA (Finance), TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and mentor with over 25 years of cross-domain experience spanning finance, law, startups, and leadership development.
+==Early Life==
+Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta was born in India and is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
-He is widely known for his work in fintech compliance, payment gateway and banking audits, global wealth and tax strategy, risk management, and cross-border estate planning advisory across India, the United States, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Europe, Japan, and Hong Kong.
-He is the '''Managing Partner of Nishant S. Mehta & Co''' and the '''Co-Founder of Toogle''', integrating financial advisory with experiential entrepreneurship.
-==Early Life and Background==
-Dr. Mehta was born in India and is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1999 and has since remained professionally active across regulated financial and advisory ecosystems.
 ==Education==
 * Chartered Accountant (ICAI)
 * Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
 * Master of Laws (LL.M.)
-* Master of Business Administration (Finance)
+* MBA (Finance)
 * Doctorate in Banking & Fintech
-==Professional Career==
+==Early Career==
+Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta started his career with Chokshi & Chokshi and Citibank in corporate banking. He worked on credit monitoring for major corporate groups including Aditya Birla, Tata, Godrej, Philips and Videocon.
-Dr. Mehta is the Managing Partner of '''Nishant S. Mehta & Co''', a chartered accountancy and advisory practice working with:
+==Career==
+In 2001, Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta founded Nishant S. Mehta & Co., which has grown into an international advisory firm with presence across India, UAE, UK, USA, Singapore, Japan and other regions.
-* Banks and regulated financial entities
+His core expertise includes:
-* Fintech companies and payment gateways
+* Fintech and payment gateway audits
-* Family offices and business families
+* Banking and compliance audits
-* Startups and growth-stage enterprises
+* Risk management and governance
+* International taxation and FEMA advisory
-His core practice areas include:
+* Global wealth structuring
+* Cross-border estate planning
-* Fintech and payment gateway audits
-* Banking and concurrent audits
-* Regulatory and compliance advisory
-* Risk governance frameworks
-* International taxation and FEMA advisory
-* Global wealth structuring
-* Cross-border estate and succession planning
-As a '''Global Wealth & Tax Strategist''', he advises clients on long-term wealth preservation, succession architecture, and regulatory-compliant international structuring.
 ==Entrepreneurship==
+Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta is Co-Founder of Toogle, a travel and experiential platform. He has also been associated with ventures such as Fashion Connect and Purple. He also created platforms like Nish Talks and Humans of Rotary, focusing on leadership and storytelling.
-Dr. Mehta is a serial entrepreneur and the '''Co-Founder of Toogle''', a travel curation venture focused on experiential and curated journeys.
+==Leadership Roles==
+Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta has held multiple leadership roles:
-He has also created platforms such as:
+* Advisory Panel Member – Federation of Associations of Maharashtra
-* Nish Talks
-* Humans of Rotary
-His philosophy blends financial structuring with experiential living — often described as “Designing Wealth & Curating Journeys.”
-==Leadership & Advisory Roles==
-Dr. Mehta serves in several professional and leadership capacities:
-* Advisory Panel Member – Taxation, Federation of Associations of Maharashtra (2025–2027)
 * Past President – Rotary Club of Mumbai Coastline
-* Active Member – Young Indians (CII) Mumbai
+* Member – Young Indians (CII)
-* Multiple District Leadership Roles – Toastmasters International
+* Leadership roles – Toastmasters International District 98
-He is a '''Three-Time Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM)''' and has led leadership conclaves and conferences across multiple cities.
+He is a multiple-time Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM).
 ==Speaking Engagements==
+Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta has delivered over 200 speaking engagements as a keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, panelist and mentor.
-Dr. Mehta has delivered '''200+ speaking engagements''' as a:
+==Media Presence==
+Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta has appeared on CNBC Awaaz and Mirror Now and has been featured in Business Standard, ANI News and Mid-Day.
-* TEDx Speaker
-* Jury Member
-* Panelist
-* Moderator
-* Keynote Speaker
-His talks cover:
-* Fintech & digital banking evolution
-* AI-driven risk models
-* Leadership & reinvention
-* Ethical decision-making
-* Entrepreneurship & financial literacy
-He is known for sharing lived experiences — including setbacks and ethical dilemmas — rather than motivational theory alone.
 ==Publications==
+* Sweetheart. Scandalous. Scammer.
-Dr. Mehta is the author of:
+Book Links:
+* https://www.amazon.in/dp/9374267136
-* ''Sweetheart. Scandalous. Scammer.''
+* https://www.flipkart.com/sweetheart-scandaous-scammer/p/itmd0685346af024
-* ''The Art of Networking''
+* https://wissenbookstore.com/product/sweetheart-scandalous-scammer/
-* ''Power of 60 Seconds''
+* https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=3IzHEQAAQBAJ
-His work explores leadership psychology, networking strategy, behavioral decision-making, and professional growth.
+* The Art of Networking
+* Power of 60 Seconds
 ==Awards and Recognition==
+* Maharashtra Bal Stamb Award
+* London Excellence Award
+* Fintech Titan Award (2025)
+* Rex Karmaveer Fellowship & Chakra Award
+* India Book of Records recognition
+* Business Achiever Award (2023)
-Dr. Mehta has received multiple recognitions, including:
+==Global Recognition==
+Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta has been featured at Times Square, New York as part of an international recognition initiative.
-* Governor’s Award for Leadership & Community Excellence
-* Maharashtra Bal Stamb Award – Leading Fintech & Banking Auditor
-* London Excellence Award – Global Entrepreneurship & Advisory Leadership
-* Recognition at London Parliament as Leading Chartered Accountant in India
-* Fintech Titan Award (Hindustan Times & Newreach, 2025)
-* Rex Karmaveer Global Fellowship & Karmaveer Chakra Award (Bronze)
-* India Book of Records Certification (CA, LL.M & MBA combination)
-==Areas of Expertise==
-* Fintech & payment gateway audits
-* Banking compliance & regulatory advisory
-* Cross-border taxation
-* Estate & succession structuring
-* Wealth preservation strategy
-* Risk management & governance
-* Leadership development & mentoring
-==Personal Philosophy==
-Dr. Mehta believes leadership is built on preparation, responsibility, and disciplined follow-through.
+==Professional Associations==
+* Rotary International
+* Toastmasters International
+* Young Indians (CII)
+* SKAL International
+* Rotaract
-His work sits at the intersection of:
+==Podcast and Digital Presence==
+Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta hosts Nish Pod, focusing on fintech, AI in finance, digital banking and regulatory frameworks.
-* Wealth Strategy
+==Vision==
-* Leadership Development
+Dr. Nishant Sanwatraj Mehta believes in ethical leadership, continuous learning and global financial innovation.
-* Global Citizenship
-* Human-Centered Storytelling
-==Contact and Online Presence==
+==External Links==
+* https://nishantsmehta.com
+* http://linkedin.com/in/nishantsmehta
+* https://www.instagram.com/finance_wizard_
+* https://www.forbesindia.com/article/brand-connect/brandvoltz-organises-icon-india-business-awards/57035/1
+* https://www.ted.com/tedx/events/61550
-* Website: https://nishantsmehta.com
+==Media Coverage==
-* LinkedIn: http://in.linkedin.com/in/nishantsmehta
+* Dainik Bhaskar – India Book of Records feature
-* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finance_wizard_
+* Crafting Bharat Awards 2025 – NewsReach initiative
-* Email: nishant.mehta@nishantsmehta.com
+* CNBC Awaaz – RBI repo rate discussion
+* Mirror Now – Repo rate expert opinion
+* https://aninews.in/news/business/business/the-indian-alert-presents-50-entrepreneurs-of-the-year-2023-a-day-of-the-visionary-entrepreneurs20230921155639/
+* https://www.mid-day.com/amp/brand-media/article/the-indian-alert-unveils-its-selection-of-50-entrepreneurs-for-the-year-2023-23310254
+* http://dhunt.in/PAQgJ
+* Hindustan Pioneer – Professional feature
+* https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/csr/initiatives/wasme-announces-winners-of-global-icon-awards-2022/articleshow/92651143.cms
+* Business Standard – Influential people 2023
+* Lokmat Times – Influential personalities
+* Ahmedabad Mirror – Influential personalities
+* Fox Story India – Awards coverage
+* Business Standard – Global 50 Glory Awards
+* Mid-Day – Chartered Accountant feature
+* Business Standard – Fintech & Banking Audits award
+* India Book of Records – Official listing
+* Toastmasters – Speaker listing
+* Indian Achievers Club – 50 under 50
+* BW Businessworld – Articles and insights
+* ED Times – Philanthropy feature
+* https://www.cinestaan.com/people/nishant-s-mehta-141043
+* https://www.itm.edu/newsandevents/cii-yi-yuva-orientation-programme-followed-by-leadership-talk
+* The Emerging Icons – Entrepreneur feature
+* The Success Today – Founder feature
+* Reemarkabl – Social initiative
+* Jabalpur Incubation Center – Mentor listing
+* Growthbeats – India Fights Corona campaign