Sandeep Bhalekar Author

Sandeep Bhalekar is a visionary leader, technologist, and mentor with over two decades of experience in driving digital transformation through Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering. As the Founder and CEO of the Global Institute of Artificial Intelligence (GIofAI) and Managing Director of Bhalekar Consulting, Sandeep has empowered individuals and organisations alike to embrace the future of work with confidence, clarity, and capability. With a rich background that includes leadership roles at global financial institutions such as Bank of America, HSBC, and NAB, Sandeep blends deep FinTech knowledge with a passion for ethical, scalable, and human-centred AI solutions. He holds a Master’s (Research) in AI and Machine Learning from LJMU, UK, and a Postgraduate Certification from IIIT Bangalore, alongside a B.Tech from NIT Allahabad. An educator at heart, Sandeep has mentored hundreds of professionals in transitioning to successful careers in Data and AI. His work has made waves across industries, particularly in bridging the gap between AI innovation and practical business impact. This book represents not only his expertise but also his enduring belief in the power of mentorship, resilience, and purposeful innovation.

Amit Tiwary has over three decades’ experience in developing enterprise architecture solutions for customers in different business sectors. He is currently working with a government organization and delivering workshops and sessions on management and information technology topics.