In conversation with Abhilash Puljal, a trained social scientist, a trade strategy and private sector development specialist and a certified management consultant. He has close to two decades of experience advising public and private sectors, multilaterals and industry associations in conceptualising and implementing sustainable ventures, developing business strategies, interpreting and advising on policy and regulatory matters across agriculture, renewable energy, healthcare and education verticals. He is passionate about developmental issues affecting the Global South. 

In this episode, he speaks to us about his growing up years, interest in numismatics and history, and his academic and professional experiences. About studying in the US, Australia, Russia, and the UK, and the takeaways during in the course of this journey. Also about how working in the development sector enables interactions with diverse peoples and communities, and the one skill that comes handy.