Neelay Patel

Neelay Patel has an extensive work history spanning several industries. Neelay is currently the CEO of Digital Theatre, a global digital on-demand educational platform for Performing and English Language Arts. Prior to this, Neelay served as the Director of TV, Radio & Music at BBC, where they oversaw innovation activity, product and content strategy, and audience experience. Neelay also held various roles at The Economist, including Senior Vice President of New Business Incubation & Innovation and Vice President of Commercial Strategy & Global Head of Digital Products. Neelay has experience in commercial strategy and corporate strategy at AOL and Alghanim Industries, respectively. Neelay began their career as a Consultant at ZS Associates and has also worked at CIBC World Markets, Celestica International, Mars Inc., and Procter & Gamble.

Neelay Patel earned a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Waterloo, where they studied from 1994 to 1999. Neelay later pursued further education at the London Business School, obtaining an MBA degree from 2004 to 2006. Additionally, Neelay participated in an international exchange program at Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management in 2005, furthering their MBA studies.