I cannot believe today is my first official class day at Harvard Business School!
 
Feeling the paper of the first case to read, attending the orientation week, anticipating the dean's address, exchanging ideas with such accomplished classmates - it still feels surreal to me!
 
As I prepare to take my seat in the classroom today, I have a lot of people to thank, starting with all of you on Linkedin. 
 
Many of you have helped me by providing guidance in career decisions or sharing your feedback. Even if it was just one word of encouragement, it has played a massive role, and I will pay it forward!
 
A big thank you to my managers and co-workers at Hilti Group, who mentored me, believed in me, and helped me thrive five memorable and fruitful years across three countries! Dr. Martin Petry Andreas Wagner Gian-Marco Baschera Ralf Diekmann Martin Nemetz Swetha Siddavatam Dr. Anastasios Stilianidis

A huge thank you to Debabrata Das for guiding me during my undergrad days and inspiring me ever since.
 
And most importantly, my support system - those who unconditionally stood with me in the thick and thin - my family and especially my Mom!
 
Who made sure I felt comfortable every time I changed school and ingrained in me the importance of putting efforts.

Who woke up with me at 4 AM during high school so that I made it to class and made sure I lived the best life with our limited means.

Whatever little I can offer in this life won't do justice to your sacrifices, mom.
 
You may see this as a post of success but trust me, with a deeper look, I am sure it is my failures and the learning from them that has made this happen.
 
I don't exactly know where I'd be at the end of the two years, but here's to failing, learning, and most importantly, being a lifelong student!
 
This one's for you, Mom!

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