Hey I'm Sahil Lalani, a hardworking sophomore majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Texas at Dallas. The timeline journey I went through has been incredibly diverse, from competing nationally in speech and debate, where I ranked 13th in the nation, to founding Filmani, a platform designed to connect and inspire filmmakers. My passion for photography and filmmaking allowed me to produce and direct numerous short films and videos, to ensure I am surrounded by a creative community.Recently I interned at Haswani Investments as a Real Estate Intern, where I gained valuable insights into large-scale business operations and the intricacies of documentation and communication with business owners. The experience helped me understand how business function and the importance of effective collaboration in a professional environment.Through my academic experiences I was able to enhance problem-solving skills, preparing me for the many challenges I had to face as a business owner. I'm currently developing JIM, a fitness platform that promotes consistent gym habits through customizable cartoon avatars and putting competition with friends into the mix. At the same time, I continue to grow Filmani with my executive team, which aims to provide resources and connections for filmmakers to grow and thrive. Both projects reflect my tenacity and commitment to innovation and the improvement of the overall wellbeing of niche categories of individuals. Moving forward, I am incredibly excited to participate in pitch competitions to refine my ideas to their maximum capability and then breaking past that quota. With my entrepreneural spirit, public speaking skills, and leadership skills, I'm excited to create an incredibly meaningful impact on the industries I choose to work with in the near future. Ultimately, I look forward working in project or product management, where I can use my creative innovative skills to drive impactful ideas to life.