Varun is a lifelong city and transit enthusiast dedicated to empowering communities to thrive, even in the face of budget constraints. With a B.S. and M.S. in Computer Science from Stanford, where he specialized in AI, and experience at Microsoft developing cutting-edge AI technologies, Varun combines technical expertise with a deep commitment to urban innovation.

Passionate about creating cost-effective, impactful projects, Varun believes AI is a powerful tool but no substitute for meaningful dialogue with residents. Varun doesn’t own a car and hopes to never need one.