Utpal Chakraborty is an eminent Data Scientist, AI Researcher, Quantum Scientist, Strategist and Thought Leader having more than two decades of industry experience, including working as a Principal Architect in L&T Infotech, IBM, Capgemini and other MNCs in his past assignments. He was also the Head of Artificial Intelligence division of YES Bank. At the moment he is the Chief Digital Officer at Allied Digital Services Limited. Utpal is a well-known speaker and writer on Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, Web3 & Metaverse speaking at conferences, premier colleges & universities around the world. Utpal has authored five books on AI and Quantum Computing. He has also demonstrated few completely out-of-the-box hybridized Agile & Lean implementations in different industries which have been recognized and appreciated by Agile & Lean communities worldwide. He has helped and mentored startups in their journey, helped institutions like IITs in their different research programs. He is in the advisory body of many Govt., academia and private research institutions. Utpal has also been recognized as AI Champion of India, and one of the top AI Influencers & Thought Leaders by reputed forums. He has also been recognized as Global AI Ambassador 2022.