Dr. Deepak Padiyath is a globally experienced franchise consultant with over 15 years in the industry, having facilitated 300+ franchise setups across 12 countries. A PhD holder in Franchise Consulting and a certified consultant of the British Franchise Association (UK), he combines academic excellence with real-world execution. He has worked with leading brands like Tata Zudio, Reliance Yousta, BPCL, and Aditya Birla, helping them expand through structured franchising.