The University of California Merced (UC Merced) has recently appointed Ronak M. Jani, an executive from the Jani Group of Companies, to its External Advisory Board (EAB). The EAB, associated with UC Merced School of Engineering, collaborates with the dean of Engineering to foster strategic partnerships, enhance responsiveness to engineering needs, and drive crucial development initiatives aligned with the school’s long-term academic and professional objectives.
In his new role, Ronak M. Jani leverages his extensive financial sector expertise to provide strategic advice and guidance, aiming to enhance the university’s leadership. Expressing enthusiasm about joining the UC Merced External Advisory Board, Jani emphasizes his commitment to supporting the university’s mission of providing a world-class education and helping it realize ambitious goals in innovation.
As a seasoned executive with over two decades of experience in the financial sector, Jani serves as the managing director of the Jani Group of Companies, a globally recognized business based in New York. The company operates as a global marketplace, offering services to venture capital firms and international financial entities.
Jani, an alumnus of Pace University’s Lubin School of Business in New York, holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Accounting and an MBA in Financial Management. His academic credentials include certifications in the fundamentals of quantitative modeling from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business and a certification as a commercial investment manager from the CCIM Institute in Chicago.
With a remarkable portfolio exceeding US$ 750 million in America and US$1 billion globally, Jani has successfully led commercial development transactions, banking instrument transactions, and innovation initiatives. His collaborative efforts with Fortune 100 companies have contributed to enhancing mutual business operations.
Beyond his professional achievements, Jani has a history of service on the boards of organizations such as Lion’s Club, Rockland County Conservatory of Music, and the ‘TiE’ New York chapter of the Indus Entrepreneurs.
The UC Merced External Advisory Board consists of reputable individuals from various industries, carefully selected based on their qualifications, backgrounds, and dedication to the goals of UC Merced. This diverse group provides counsel and advice to the institution on strategic matters, ensuring a well-rounded perspective on the university’s objectives.
