MEET DEBESH 

Proud first-generation immigrant that has embraced the American Dream and hopes to inspire future first-generation Americans in their pursuit of life, liberty, and happiness in America.

 

Debesh was born in Calcutta, India where he attended Calcutta University with a degree in Civil Engineering. Shortly after graduating, the Communist Party began to take control over his state in India. Prompted by the challenging conditions under communist rule, Debesh decided to immigrate to the United States and began his career.

 

Debesh knew as a young man that the United States was a great country and that his hard work and perseverance would be realized and appreciated here in America. He later went on to earn a master’s degree in Architectural Technology from Columbia University in New York. With his qualifications, he was able to work on several remarkable projects in the building, energy, and automobile industries. Some of the designs he has worked on include office buildings, power plants, and a stadium in Philadelphia.

 

Debesh now works at the North Carolina Department of Transportation and has been there since 2000. Debesh strongly believes in giving back to his community and helping those who are struggling. He hopes that his work with those who need a helping hand will inspire others to give back as well.  

 

Today, He have two loving grandchildren and wants them to grow up and have a chance to live in a safe environment and be granted opportunities to succeed just as he did when he came to America.