Jamie Pujara

Jamie Pujara, a distinguished Kenyan entrepreneur, has been a member of the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) Kenya chapter since 2015. In July 2024, he made history by becoming EO's first Global Board Chair from the African continent, leading a network of over 19,000 entrepreneurs across 86 countries. 

Before ascending to this global role, Pujara served as EO Kenya's chapter president during the 2017-2018 term. He later became the regional chair for EO's Middle East, Pakistan, and Africa (MEPA) chapters. In these capacities, he focused on bolstering smaller chapters, especially during the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, and initiated a regional leadership academy in Kenya to nurture leadership skills among members. 

Pujara's entrepreneurial journey includes co-founding BuyRentKenya, a prominent real estate platform that connects users with verified agents, private sellers, and landlords across Kenya. After successfully steering the company, he and his partner sold it in 2017. Subsequently, Pujara managed his family's Tin Tin Restaurant, Nairobi's oldest Chinese eatery, adapting its business model to navigate the evolving hospitality landscape. Following the restaurant's closure due to the pandemic, he ventured into real estate development with projects like Aspire Heights, a 65-unit apartment complex in Riruta.

In recognition of his dedication, Pujara received the 2021 EO Mark Lincoln Volunteer of the Year Award, honoring his exemplary volunteerism and leadership during challenging times. 

Born and raised in Nairobi to a family of Indian and Chinese descent, Pujara's multicultural background has significantly influenced his leadership approach and entrepreneurial vision.