Arya H. Bolurfrushan is the Chief Executive Officer of Applied AI, the company behind Opus, an AI platform driving intelligent automation and operational transformation across sectors including healthcare. A seasoned entrepreneur and investor, Arya also serves as Chairman and CEO of Bolur Holdings and General Partner at Acorde Capital, where he leads investments spanning technology, finance, and international ventures. Earlier in his career, Arya helped guide PAC Petroleum’s listing on the Oslo Stock Exchange at just 29 and began his professional journey at Goldman Sachs in New York. With degrees from Carnegie Mellon University and Harvard Business School, Arya combines global market insight with a deep focus on responsible AI adoption. His work centers on harnessing smart technologies to enable more efficient, connected, and human-centered systems in industries that shape the future — from finance to healthcare.
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