After more than a decade of acquiring the practical knowledge and understanding of tourism industry and contributing in growth of the organisations, I worked with, I ventured on the path of entrepreneurship. Together, with a like minded partner and a small but passionate team, working to take Monkfoot Travels to the next level and to make our new Start-up PipalTrips. a success.Monkfoot Travels is an Indian Destination Management Company (Inbound / Incoming Tour Operator) and assist in planning and executing incredible journeys for foreigners wishing to explore cultural, heritage, architectural and natural treasures of India!PipalTrips focuses on the needs of aspiring India travellers looking for a reliable service provider for their travel desires. From my management studies and working experience, I have acquired fair command in : Tourism Marketing, Destination Marketing, Business Development, Travel Trade Sales, Industry PR and Team Management. In process of tourism products development, I have traveled the length and width of India to explore various tourist destinations.For several years, have been participating in different trade events such as SATTE, TTF-OTM, KTM, ITM etc., and annual conventions of industry associations like IATO, TAAI, TAFI, ATOAI etc., Have been liaising with Ministry of Tourism and other concerned authorities as and when required. On behalf of IATO, have been part of Bed & Breakfast’s and Restaurant's Inspection Team of Ministry of Tourism, Government of Delhi. All above enabled me to gain significant insight into various aspects of tourism industry across the segments and functions which helps in rendering reliable and professional services to our clients.