Sanjay Puri
Sanjay is a seasoned entrepreneur with a track record of founding multiple companies and achieving successful exits. He is the Founder & Chairman of AutoNebula, an investment firm specializing in connected transport startups that foster collaboration between the United States and India, the Co-Founder of ACEL360, a prominent accelerator dedicated to enhancing the growth and enterprise value of small and mid-sized Federal contractors.
Beyond his business ventures, Sanjay is a popular host, leading conversations on two popular podcasts. In the "Indianness Podcast," he delves into insightful discussions with high-performing Indians and Indian Americans. In "Regulating AI," Sanjay tackles complex questions surrounding the regulation of artificial intelligence, engaging with world leaders to explore strategies that balance innovation and regulatory oversight effectively.
Sanjay is also the founder of USINPAC, an influential organization dedicated to advancing the interests of the Indian American community.
Saturday April 20, 2024
Finding the right kind of incubators and accelerators
MODERATOR
Sanjay Puri, a tech leader and entrepreneur, will guide startup founders on how to identify the ideal incubator or accelerator program for their venture. Topics that will be covered include understanding the difference between incubators and accelerators, identifying needs of your startup, researching potential programs and maximizing program benefits
January 31, 2025 InnovateAI 2025
PANEL: Governing intelligence: Navigating the AI regulation frontier
The panel will bring together experts from law, technology, policy, and ethics to discuss the challenges and opportunities in regulating AI. With AI advancing at a rapid pace, the need for robust, adaptive, and globally coordinated governance frameworks has never been more critical.
MODERATOR:
Rohit Tripathi, Hillcrest Venture Partners, Venture Partner & Executive-in-Residence
PANELISTS:
Sanjay Puri, Founder, RegulatingAI
Raj Badhwar, SVP and Global CISO, Jacobs Engineering
Dr. Poorva Dharkar, Founder & CEO , Ziva Consulting LLC
Aastha Verma, Chief, Cybersecurity, CISA, DHS
February 2, 2026 Startup Bazaar Dubai
PANEL | Smart capital: How global investors evaluate startups in emerging markets
Demystifies investor thinking — valuation, traction, and due diligence — for early-stage founders from the UAE and the region.
- What U.S. and global VCs and angels look for before investing abroad
- Building investor confidence across borders
- Common mistakes founders make when pitching U.S. investors
- How to align vision, valuation, and values
MODERATOR:
- Mishana Mohammed, COO, Talrop, Dubai
PANELISTS:
- Danny Gaekwad, Danny Gaekwad Developments & Investments, Ocala, Florida
- Krystle Kaul, Krystle Kaul Communication, Washington, DC
- Sanjay Puri, AutoNebula and Regulating AI, Washington, DC
February 2, 2026 Startup Bazaar Dubai
FIRESIDE CHAT: Building and regulating AI in a rapidly changing world
Sanjay Puri, founder of Regulating AI, will share insights from his work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, policy, and global governance. The conversation will explore how startups and innovators can build AI responsibly while navigating an evolving regulatory landscape across the U.S., Europe, and emerging markets.
Drawing on his experience working with governments, enterprises, and AI stakeholders, Puri will discuss why regulation is no longer a constraint but a strategic advantage for AI companies, and how founders can design products that are both globally competitive and compliant by design. The session will also examine the growing role of the UAE and other forward-looking jurisdictions in shaping AI policy, and what this means for startups seeking to scale internationally.
The session will offer founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders a practical perspective on aligning innovation with trust, governance, and long-term impact in the age of AI.