Hello, I am Arvind Thapliyal, a professional with diverse experience spanning entrepreneurship, corporate and academia. Currently, I am working at the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR) at IIT Mandi, where I am supporting students in cutting-edge research in the field of AI. In my previous role, I served as an Associate at the IIT Mandi Incubator, where I managed the startup portfolio and helped entrepreneurs build successful businesses.Prior to this, I worked with Godrej as a shift officer, where I honed my management skills and gained valuable experience in team building and event management. Additionally, I am a volunteer at ISKCON and have a keen interest in spiritual practices, playing guitar, cricket, badminton and traveling.I am a firm believer in the power of Krishna as the ultimate creator. With my experience and interests, I am confident that I can contribute positively to any team or organization that values diversity, innovation, and teamwork.