K.R. Arya, an MBA alumnus of University of Birmingham, UK, is a former Director General, NIESBUD, Ministry of MSME, Government of India with decsdes of experience in corporate HR, MSMEs, entrepreneurship, skill development, policy advisory etc. He has played a leadership role in advancing youth employability in- country and globally. With his thoughtful insight, he contributed in enhancing contents and relevance of the book benefiting readers, transitioning into the turbulant global job market reshaped by the emerging AI landscape.