Growth doesn’t happen in a vacuum. We need each other to seize the upside of disruption — harvesting the opportunities brought by emerging technologies that will help reshape our world.

Jay Persaud

EY Global Emerging Technology Ecosystem Leader

A global citizen. An authentic leader. Passionate about teaming. Committed to adapting and innovating.

Areas of focus

As EY Global Emerging Technology Ecosystem Leader, Jay works with emerging AI and data platform technology companies and investors, using relationships to expand alliances and fuel the EY organization’s next wave of growth. He is also a Global Client Service Partner and Senior Advisory Partner across several accounts, as well as executive sponsor of several technology alliances.

In over 30 years at EY, Jay has built several practices and filled key roles, including Vice Chair of Risk Management in the Americas during the COVID-19 pandemic, where he was recognized for his commitment to upholding our people’s health and safety. He was also the Presiding Partner of EY Americas and US Partner Councils and a member of EY Global Governance Council, Global Practice Group, Americas Operating Executive and US Executive Committee.

How Jay is building a better working world

“As a global citizen who has lived and worked throughout the world, I’ve experienced firsthand the tremendous value of embracing change. I’ve learned that it’s important to see the opportunity that comes from risk, disruption and complexity. I’m deeply passionate about helping my teams and clients by serving as a trusted advocate for change. My life’s work is to bring an inclusive approach, innovative thinking, and a collaborative network together to challenge prevailing paradigms and catalyze change. I encourage my colleagues and clients to see their business, culture, or community change and grow, they must lead by example and start with themselves.”

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