Ruban Kanapathippillai
About Ruban Kanapathippillai
Ruban Kanapathippillai serves as the Head of Global Business Development at SenzMate IoT Intelligence and has extensive experience in technology and business development. He has held senior roles at companies like Western Digital and Intel, and actively mentors young professionals while contributing to the fields of AI and entrepreneurship.
Current Role at SenzMate IoT Intelligence
Ruban Kanapathippillai serves as the Head of Global Business Development at SenzMate IoT Intelligence since 2023. In this role, he focuses on expanding the company's market presence and developing strategic partnerships within the Internet of Things (IoT) sector. His leadership aims to drive growth and innovation in IoT solutions, leveraging his extensive background in technology and business development.
Previous Experience at Western Digital and HGST
Before joining SenzMate, Ruban worked at Western Digital as Senior Director, Technology Evangelist & Strategic Sales from 2014 to 2023. He also held a position at HGST, a Western Digital company, as Senior Global Director for 8 months in 2014. His experiences in these roles involved strategic sales initiatives and technology advocacy, contributing to the company's growth in the storage solutions market.
Education and Expertise in Electrical Engineering
Ruban Kanapathippillai studied Electrical Engineering (EE) at the University of Minnesota, where he earned his Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from 1990 to 1993. He furthered his education at Stanford University, obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Electrical Engineering from 1993 to 1994. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his career in technology and business development.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
Ruban actively mentors young and underrepresented individuals globally, offering guidance in business, technology, and personal development. His commitment to mentorship reflects his dedication to fostering the next generation of leaders in the tech industry. Additionally, he is involved with TiE Silicon Valley as a Charter Member since 2021, contributing to the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Investment and Advisory Roles
In addition to his primary role at SenzMate, Ruban is an Angel Investor at Sand Hill Angels since 2019, where he supports early-stage ventures in Silicon Valley. He also serves as an Advisor at Silicon Catalyst since 2023, focusing on fostering innovation in the semiconductor industry. His involvement in these organizations highlights his commitment to supporting startups and driving technological advancement.