Dr. Shashikant Patil is a distinguished Fellow of prestigious professional bodies – FIE, FIETE, FISDS, and FIBE. He is a Senior Member of IEEE and ACM. His illustrious academic journey includes roles as Associate Professor, Department Head, and significant contributions to establishing a state-of-the-art ₹5 Crore facility at SVKMs NMIMS Bosch Rexroth Centre of Excellence in Automation Technologies. Currently, he serves as Full Professor at uGDX School of Technology, Atlas SkillTech University, Mumbai. In academia, Prof. Patil holds esteemed positions like Associate Editor, Editorial Board Member, Technical Advisory Board Member, Potential Peer Reviewer, and Journal Referee for over 50 prestigious journals. He is affiliated with renowned editorial series – Elsevier, Taylor & Francis, and SpringerLink Journals as a Peer Reviewer and Journal Referee, showcasing his expertise and commitment to academic excellence. His dedication to education and research is evident through participation in over 100 Teacher Training Programs/STTPs and the prestigious Best Researcher Award in 2014. He has actively contributed as Section Ambassador, Regional Lead for Region 10, and Brand Ambassador for IEEE, underscoring his leadership and field advancement. Notably, he was honored as an IEEE Brand Ambassador Expert in 2023, a testament to his exceptional contributions. Prof. Patil’s scholarly endeavors encompass over 75 articles in esteemed international conferences and journals, showcasing dedication to research and knowledge dissemination. He plays a pivotal role as a Technical Program Committee (TPC) Member and Designated Reviewer for more than 450 international conferences and as an Outstanding Journal Referee for numerous SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, solidifying his academic credibility. Beyond academics, Prof. Patil has held editorial leadership roles like Editor-in-Chief for IEEE C-RFID and IEEE SDN. He is a prolific writer, journalist, columnist, and career adviser, actively contributing to knowledge dissemination and guidance. As a passionate advocate for social justice, he exemplifies a commitment to societal betterment. Furthermore, he serves as IEEE Bombay Section ComSoc Chapter Chair and Vice President (Membership Services) within the RFID Council for 2022-23, showcasing leadership and dedication to professional organizations.