As the Chief Data Scientist at BharatPe, a fintech startup that provides digital payment solutions for merchants in India, I lead and deliver data and analytics projects that create value and impact for our customers and stakeholders. I have over 15 years of experience in data science, working across various industries and markets and leveraging cloud, AI/ML, BI, and NLP technologies. In my past roles, I have managed a team of 100+ data professionals across different geographies, fostering a data-driven culture and enhancing their skills and capabilities. I am a council member at AIM Leaders Council, a network of global data and AI leaders who share best practices and insights on emerging technologies and trends. I have contributed to the data and analytics community by speaking at conferences, co-authoring publications, and receiving awards and recognition, such as the AI Changemaker of the Year and India's Top 50 Data Scientists. My passion is to empower and mentor the next generation of data leaders and to advance the field of data and AI.