Allan Kapoor
About Allan Kapoor
Allan Kapoor is a Technical Product Manager specializing in Climate Vulnerability at Jupiter Intelligence, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in urban planning, climate resilience, and data science, with previous roles at UC Berkeley, AECOM, and the City of Oakland.
Current Role at Jupiter Intelligence
Allan Kapoor serves as the Technical Product Manager for Climate Vulnerability at Jupiter Intelligence. He has been in this position since 2022, working from San Mateo, California. In this role, he focuses on developing models that quantify damage and loss to the built environment due to future climate hazards. His expertise includes using Google Cloud's Vertex AI for climate risk analytics, which enhances the company's capabilities in assessing climate-related risks.
Previous Experience in Urban and Environmental Planning
Prior to his current role, Allan Kapoor worked as an Urban/Environmental Planner at Environmental Planning & Design from 2017 to 2018 in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. He also held the position of Senior Analyst for Climate Resilience at AECOM from 2018 to 2022 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Earlier in his career, he served as a Resilience Policy Analyst for the City of Oakland from 2014 to 2015. These roles contributed to his extensive background in urban planning and climate resilience.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Allan Kapoor earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Global Studies and Business Communication from UC Santa Barbara, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education at the University of California, Berkeley, where he obtained a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he pursued a Certificate in Data Science with a specialization in Advanced Machine Learning from Springboard in 2021, and he holds certificates in GIS and Sustainable City Planning from City College of San Francisco and UC Berkeley, respectively.
Skills and Expertise in Climate Analytics
Allan Kapoor specializes in spatiotemporal climate and weather data processing, which is essential for urban analytics. His proficiency in using advanced tools like Google Cloud's Vertex AI allows him to perform in-depth climate risk analytics. This skill set is integral to his work at Jupiter Intelligence, where he develops models that assess the impact of climate hazards on urban environments.
Musical Pursuits and Creative Interests
In addition to his professional work, Allan Kapoor has a passion for music. He has released two albums that are available on Spotify, showcasing his creative side. This interest in music complements his technical expertise and reflects a diverse range of skills and interests.