Jay Ruparel

Jay Ruparel is an advisor at Azure Knowledge, a position they have held since December 2021.

Previously, they were a charter member and co-chair of the Startup Bootcamp at TiE Silicon Valley from January 2020 to December 2021. TiE is a nonprofit dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship globally through mentoring, networking, education, incubating, and funding programs and activities.

From July 2015 to June 2016, Jay served as chairperson of the Gujarat Chapter and board member of the South Asia Region for YPO (Young Presidents’ Organization). YPO is a global community of chief executives and business leaders committed to lifelong learning and growth. At the age of 50, members transition to YPO’s graduate group, WPO (World Presidents’ Organization).

Jay’s professional experience also includes working as a business consultant and project manager in the Bay Area. Jay has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Santa Clara University.