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Vinod "Vin" Gupta is Chairman and CEO of infoUSA, Inc., headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. Mr. Gupta came to the United States in 1967 after receiving his bachelor's degree in engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology. He earned a master's degree in engineering and an MBA at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. Mr. Gupta has served as the company's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer since its incorporation in 1973.
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| The Vinod Gupta Charitable Foundation |
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Vinod Gupta recognizes the role of education in developing the leaders of tomorrow.
Through his charitable foundation, Vinod has helped advance education across fields
including: business, science, information technology, communications, intellectual
property law and wildlife preservation.
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| Vinod Gupta School of Management |
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India Institute of Technology, Karagpur
The school was founded in 1993 to develop upcoming management professionals
and future CEOs who will lead technology-driven and knowledge-based industries.
The school is the foremost B-School in the IIT system and offers both a Masters of
Business Administration (MBA), and a Post- Graduate Diploma in Business Management (PGDBM). The two-year MBA program spans four semesters of full-time residency including a six-month internship. The PGDBM program targets working executives in a flexible, non-residential program. Both promote rigorous study through a state-of-the-art infrastructure.
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| R.R.G. Women's Polytechnic View Video > |
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Rampur Maniharan
In July 2000, the Vinod Gupta Charitable Foundation opened the Shrimati Ram Rati Gupta Women's Polytechnic, Rampur. Up to 925 women from mostly rural areas, often with limited career options, are today being trained in Computers, Textile Designing, Arts & Crafts, Nursery and Primary School Teaching, Interior Design and more. Polytechnic features a state-of-the-art Auditorium, Restaurant, Gymnasium and Girls' Hostel, plus it has been recognized by DOEACC and the U.P. Board of Technical Education.
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| Bill Clinton Science and Technology Center View Video > |
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Gochar Intermediate College, Rampur Maniharan
The Center was founded to help Scientists, Engineers and Doctors better perform their duties in a professional manner and be a part of the process of technological advancement. The campus covers more than 10 acres and is home to Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Agricultural Labs and a Computer Science Center. It is Vinod's desire that some of those who study at the WJCST Center gain admission to medical and engineering colleges.
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| Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law at I.I.T |
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India Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
To meet the demand for Intellectual Property Attorneys, who are well versed in patents and related issues, Vinod committed to IIT Kharagpur, for establishing a school for Intellectual Law. As India continues to grow into its role as a global partner in Software and Technology, these lawyers are needed to protect Indian intellectual property. The school's construction began in April of 2006 and, once completed, will provide a world-class education leading to a Post Graduate Degree in Law, and later, Doctorate programs.
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| Other Projects of the Vinod Gupta Charitable Foundation |
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The Hillary Rodham Clinton Mass Communication Center
Having provided a basic curriculum at the Women's Polytechnic and Science Center, Vinod now has bigger plans to transform the lives of young men and women. This new center will include training in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Media Management, Television Presentation/Anchoring and Web Design.
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Tigers of Ranthambhore
A frequent visitor of National Parks worldwide, Vinod has been instrumental in the conservation of animals, particularly endangered species like the Tiger. He contributes to their survival at Ranthambhor by not only showing solidarity, but also by providing equipment, provisions, and vehicles in coordination with the government's "Project Tiger."
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| Additional Funding Information |
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All of the above projects are non-profit.
Vinod Gupta personally absorbs any shortfalls in support.
For more information contact vin@vingupta.com
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