I am a chilled out person who enjoys travelling the world and meeting new people. Have been in the corporate world for 27+ years and then quit to be involved with startups. Also involved pro-bono with organisations like Toastmasters and The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I have stayed in hotels across many cities during my stint in the corporate world, but find them dull and boring.

I have friends in many cities across the world and have often enjoyed their hospitality. It is a better way to spend your time than staying in isolation in hotel rooms.

Couchsurfing will be an extension of this experience and additionally an opportunity to make new friends.

Interests

• meditation
• reading
• music
• golf
• entrepreneurship
• travel
• spirituality
• toastmasters
• startups

Music, Movies, and Books

Favourite music - Enigma, Yanni, Meditative Mind, Bryan Adams, Dire Straits, Jagjit Singh.... the list is long as I enjoy music across genres.

Favourite movies - The Shawshank Redemption, Schindler's List, The Gods must be crazy, Lagaan, 3 Idiots, Godfather, Rocky, The Bourne Identity (and sequels)....the list can go on :-)

Favourite books - The Alchemist, Atlas Shrugged, Fountainhead, A brief history of the world, Homo Sapiens..... this list will be even longer :-)

Favourite authors - Paulo Coelho, Ayn Rand, Robert Ludlum, Ken Follet, PG Wodehouse, Roald Dahl......

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Led a wonderful life and have followed my passion.

Teach, Learn, Share

Can provide inputs on how to take an idea from concept to a successful business.
Can share my knowledge about the local & global business environment.
Share tips on meditation.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My experiences about people and culture in the countries I have visited. Can also provide insights about the startup ecosystem in India and tips on effective public speaking.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, Netherlands, Singapore, Sweden, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

India