Alok Chanani

CEO of BuildOps

Entrepreneur Leadership Network® Contributor

Alok Chanani, a former U.S. Army Captain, is CEO and co-founder of BuildOps, helping commercial contractors modernize operations and sustain infrastructure. Using his military experience, he helps business owners navigate complexity, scale efficiently and drive innovation in critical industries.

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