Manesh Timilsina

Manesh Timilsina is a professional freelancer, entrepreneur, and Upwork expert based in Nepal. Since landing his first freelancing job in 2013, he has spent over seven years building a successful career on Upwork, eventually establishing his own company that runs entirely through the platform. Specializing in coding, he primarily partners with international agencies in the United States and Canada. Through his work, Timilsina advocates for the power of remote digital skills, proving that professionals can secure high-value international projects and operate legal, tax-paying businesses without leaving Nepal.

In addition to his development work, Timilsina is a prominent leader in the Nepali freelancing community, where he has organized local Upwork meetups and huddles for several years. He even facilitated the first official online Upwork huddle in the world, which featured participation from official company representatives. Timilsina actively encourages collaboration, resource sharing, and mentorship among local developers and designers through various digital channels. His core professional philosophy centers on prioritizing long-term client relationships and profile integrity over immediate financial gains, helping others build sustainable careers in the global gig economy.