Sanjay Puri Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Having already established himself as a powerful voice in the AI regulation space, Sanjay is blazing a trail into new areas of the industry. He is the architect of the Chief AI Officer (CAIO) platform, which prioritizes the implementation and execution of an AI strategy in global companies and forecasts the added responsibility of pinnacle leadership in negotiating the volatile AI regulatory environment.As host of the CAIO Podcast, Sanjay expands his vision and influence, leveraging his vast experiential knowledge to fine-tune the perceptions of AI leadership, inform decision-making, and showcase today’s top storytellers at all points of their AI journey. The program focuses on adopting, integrating, and democratizing AI in organizations. ♦ KEEPING TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN COMPANIES AHEAD OF THE CURVESanjay facilitates the pivotal conversations companies must have to harness these technologies to attract and retain top talent, innovate responsibly, and drive positive culture change. Each episode offers a fresh perspective and expert analysis of the state of AI and how it is transforming the business landscape.Episodes of the CAIO Podcast are archived here https://caiopodcast.org/

Through his entrepreneurial success and extensive media work, Sanjay has become a popular speaker and panelist at AI-themed conferences and symposia staged worldwide. He is respected across the board by audiences, colleagues, and event organizers for his preparation, focus, and ability to deliver information clearly and compellingly.

In response to the Data Privacy Act of 2023 and addressing the escalating need for timely information and legislation on artificial intelligence, Sanjay launched the Regulating AI podcast. As host, he explores the technology’s transformative aspects and capabilities, need for regulation, and features the top thinkers in the burgeoning AI ecosystem. Sanjay also serves as chairman of the board for Regulating AI. Seated members include former lawmakers, legislators, and prime ministers of nations. Board initiatives encompass mobilization around current and emerging developments in the constantly evolving AI compliance space♦ THE PROBLEMHow do we regulate AI without killing innovation?♦ THE SOLUTION: INNOVATE RESPONSIBLYAI is evolving rapidly, perhaps too rapidly. According to Sanjay, we must build a regulatory framework for AI based on what we know today, put the appropriate safeguards in place without constraining innovation, and ensure the regime evolves as the industry evolves. ♦ THE VISIONThe Regulating AI Podcast is a collaborative, community-based model that aims to provide clarity in an uncertain and highly speculative industry. Moving to the vanguard of the AI revolution, Sanjay touches upon a cultural phenomenon, a vehicle to connect the world’s top CEOs and give voice to SMBs, which he considers the backbone of the economy, founders at startups, manufacturers, educators, and healthcare administrators. ♦ DRIVING THE AI CONVERSATIONSanjay is powering the AI conversation, sharing real-time knowledge, and molding the next generation of industry leaders. He seeks to work cooperatively with members of Congress, senators, cutting-edge tech pioneers, academics, heads of labor unions, and leaders of civil liberties organizations to implement change.

Sanjay is a widely recognized authority on U.S.-India relations. In 2002, he founded the United States India Political Action Committee (USINPAC), a national, bipartisan group representing Indian Americans, and was instrumental in passing the historic U.S.-India Nuclear Agreement. Additionally, he founded the Alliance for U.S.-India Business (AUSIB), an organization dedicated to strengthening economic ties between the two countries.♦ EMBRACING THE DIVERSITY OF INDIANNESSThe Indianness Podcast is the gateway to a comprehensive exploration of the Indian American experience, showcasing this dynamic community’s remarkable accomplishments, heritage, resilience, and cultural depth. Sanjay goes deep with Indian business leaders, founders, newsmakers, storytellers, and high-performing Indian Americans, harvesting insights and bringing the Indian experience into focus.The podcast has spawned a vital, connected, and proactive global community that provides fertile soil for growth opportunities, including corporate governance, education, mentorship, internships, and live events.For more information on the podcast and the Indianness community and to view the episode listing, please visit www.indianness.org.

Having already established himself as a powerful voice in the AI regulation space, Sanjay is blazing a trail into new areas of the industry. He is the architect of the Chief AI Officer (CAIO) platform, which prioritizes the implementation and execution of an AI strategy in global companies and forecasts the added responsibility of pinnacle leadership in negotiating the volatile AI regulatory environment.As host of the CAIO Connect Podcast, Sanjay expands his vision and influence, leveraging his vast experiential knowledge to fine-tune the perceptions of AI leadership, inform decision-making, and showcase today’s top storytellers at all points of their AI journey. The program focuses on adopting, integrating, and democratizing AI in organizations.

In response to the Data Privacy Act of 2023 and addressing the escalating need for timely information and legislation on artificial intelligence, Sanjay launched the Regulating AI podcast. As host, he explores the technology’s transformative aspects and capabilities, need for regulation, and features the top thinkers in the burgeoning AI ecosystem. Sanjay also serves as chairman of the board for Regulating AI. Seated members include former lawmakers, legislators, and prime ministers of nations. Board initiatives encompass mobilization around current and emerging developments in the constantly evolving AI compliance space

Sanjay is a widely recognized authority on U.S.-India relations. In 2002, he founded the United States India Political Action Committee (USINPAC), a national, bipartisan group representing Indian Americans, and was instrumental in passing the historic U.S.-India Nuclear Agreement. Additionally, he founded the Alliance for U.S.-India Business (AUSIB), an organization dedicated to strengthening economic ties between the two countries.

With over 20 companies in its portfolio, Autonebula is a connected vehicle global accelerator that catalyzes the best and brightest startups to advance mobility and create positive change. Under this umbrella, Sanjay serves in multiple executive roles, including as an investor in Wellisen, a health investment company, and as CEO of the business accelerator ACEL360, which partners with companies seeking to collaborate with the US Government. Key Accomplishments:● Led AI-based mobility incubator, which invested in cutting-edge AI technology for mobility solutions● Launched investments and mentorship opportunities and built 15-person team to identify, recruit, and connect with clients and partners through an investment committee; 5 companies were able to obtain additional funding and successfully exit the program

East Lansing , Michigan, Us

The Connected Vehicle Association (CVTA) is a nonprofit trade organization established to facilitate interaction and advance the interests of all parties involved in the vehicle communication environment. The association enables the collaboration of companies, organizations, and governmental bodies engaged in developing bidirectional vehicle communications. Membership is open to corporations, public entities, standards and specification organizations, and educational institutions.In this role, Sanjay drives the development of the CVTA’s core mission and the execution of its strategic business plan. Key Accomplishments:● Grew overall membership and boosted operations and outreach in India significantly ● Created outreach to innovative, AI-focused startups, which resulted in new membership growth

Reston, Va, Us

The AUSIB is an independent business alliance that proactively assists businesses and startups seeking to establish/grow their business in the United States and India. The mission of this nonprofit trade organization is to strengthen economic ties between the US and India.Under Sanjay’s leadership, the AUSIB has catalyzed significant growth and reached several prestigious milestones.Key Accomplishments:● Directed 25+ state and private led roundtrip missions between India and the US and played a key role in completing $300M+ worth of trade transactions ● Led largest US Education mission to India (trip included 100+ university presidents, vice chancellors, and provosts); managed first US Congressional Delegation to Vibrant Gujarat to interface with the current Prime Minister of India.

Reston, Va -, Us

The organizational mission is to impact policy on issues of concern to the Indian American community in the United States by providing bipartisan support to candidates for federal, state, and local offices. In his multifaceted role as chairman, Sanjay oversees the board and its initiatives while ensuring the effectiveness of the agenda. Over the years, USINPAC has racked up a multitude of key policy goals and accomplishments, including the following:➡️ U.S.-India Relations – Played an instrumental role in the passage of the U.S. - India civil nuclear agreement through the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate. This effort was featured in NY Times and other leading newspapers. Played a key role in launching the US Senate Caucus in India.➡️ Immigration: Have successfully promoted pro-business and pro-family-based immigration policies in the US Congress.➡️ Appointments & Support to Indian-American Candidates— I have worked with over 50 candidates for Federal and State offices.➡️ Presidential Elections – Conducted Roundtables with Presidential candidates from both parties for elections in 2004, 2008, 2012, 2016.➡️ Terrorism – Have successfully advocated a strong US stance against terrorism in South Asia.

Reston, Virginia, Us

In my previous role as Chief Strategy Officer at Battle Space Flight Services, a leading provider of a high level of organizational maintenance support for UAV systems, I focused on providing strategic direction, building relationships, and expanding into new emerging markets and opportunities. Here, I ensured that the proper metrics were in place to measure performance and progress towards strategic goals and targets. At Battlespace Flight Services, I excelled at leading a team of experts who specialize in providing qualified management and supervisory personnel for a broad range of contractors and customer facilities. By working collaboratively with other executive team members, I facilitated the successful execution of those complex strategies helping the company achieve highly desirable results.

Reston, Va, Us

Under my unique and proven leadership style, Optimos became the leading provider of enterprise applications to the Federal Government. Optimos managed the largest number of CRM solutions in the US Federal Government while helping them employ the right technology to meet their demanding business challenges. In combining our comprehensive IT strategy and consulting services with our vast knowledge, robust skills, and hands-on experience, we were able to develop and drive smaller, faster, and cheaper government solutions. The executive management team at Optimos successfully worked together for over fifteen years before a successful exit in 2015.