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| title=Jeny Joseph Leon – AI Strategist | | title=Jeny Joseph Leon – AI Strategist, Transformation Leader and Animal-Rights Activist | ||
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| keywords=Jeny Joseph Leon, | | keywords=Jeny Joseph Leon, Jeny Leon Lopez, Jeny Leon Foundation, EarthSouls Sanctuary, AI Strategist, Transformation Leader, Animal Activist, Bengaluru, India | ||
| description=Jeny Joseph Leon is an Indian AI strategist, | | description=Jeny Joseph Leon is an Indian AI strategist, transformation director, and animal-rights activist based in Bengaluru. She is the founder of the Jeny Leon Lopez Foundation and EarthSouls Sanctuary, known for AI innovation and compassionate activism. | ||
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| birth_place=Rourkela, Odisha, India | | birth_place=Rourkela, Odisha, India | ||
| nationality=Indian | | nationality=Indian | ||
| occupation=AI Strategist | | occupation=Transformation Director; AI Innovation Strategist; Animal-Rights and Environmental Activist | ||
| yearsactive=1994–present | | yearsactive=1994–present | ||
| knownfor=Generative AI and Enterprise Transformation; Delivery Operations Expert; Animal Welfare and Environmental Activism | | knownfor=Generative AI and Enterprise Transformation; Delivery Operations Expert; Animal Welfare and Environmental Activism | ||
| organizations=FIS Global, Jeny Leon Lopez Foundation, EarthSouls Sanctuary | | organizations=FIS Global, Jeny Leon Lopez Foundation, EarthSouls Sanctuary | ||
| website=[https://linkedin.com/in/jenyleon | | awards=National AI Award – AURA GenAI Framework (2024); UBS AI Excellence Award (2025); Bharatiya Ratna Seva Ratan Award (2023); Karnataka Woman Achiever’s Award (2022) | ||
| website=[https://linkedin.com/in/jenyleon Jeny Leon] | |||
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Jeny Joseph Leon (born 25 July 1972) is an Indian | Jeny Joseph Leon (born 25 July 1972) is an Indian transformation strategist, AI innovation leader, and animal-rights activist. She serves as the Global Director of Transformation – AI & Automation at a global fintech and capital-markets conglomerate and is the founder of the Jeny Leon Lopez Foundation and EarthSouls Sanctuary. With a career spanning over three decades, she has become one of India’s most respected voices at the intersection of technology and compassion. | ||
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==Early Life and Education== | == Early Life and Education == | ||
* Born on 25 July 1972 in Rourkela, Odisha, India | * Born on 25 July 1972 in Rourkela, Odisha, India | ||
* | * Mount Carmel Convent School (ICSE) | ||
* PG in Data Science, AI & ML – IIM Nagpur | |||
* PG in Data Science, AI & ML – | |||
* Certification in Digital Transformation – Indian School of Business | * Certification in Digital Transformation – Indian School of Business | ||
* BA (English Honours) | * BA (English Honours) – St. Teresa’s College, Cochin (1989–1993) | ||
* PGD in Mass Communication & Journalism (Advertising) | * PGD in Mass Communication & Journalism (Advertising) – Madras Christian College (1994–1996) | ||
* LL.B. (Civil/Criminal Law) | * LL.B. (Civil/Criminal Law) – Sambalpur University (1995–1998) – College topper and rank holder | ||
* MBA (Finance) | * MBA (Finance) – National Institute of Business Management (2007) | ||
* Strategic Leadership | * Strategic Leadership Studies – IIM Bangalore (Planned 2026) | ||
==Career== | == Career == | ||
===FIS Global (2024–present)=== | === FIS Global (2024–present) === | ||
Leads enterprise-wide AI and automation strategy across capital markets and corporate banking, overseeing more than 90 GenAI use cases for measurable business impact. | |||
===JPMorgan Chase & Co. (2021–2024)=== | === JPMorgan Chase & Co. (2021–2024) === | ||
Directed automation and data-operations strategy for Corporate & Investment Banking; designed the Transformation Data Hub and scaled 74 automated workflows. | |||
===Prior Roles (2002–2021)=== | === Prior Roles (2002–2021) === | ||
Held leadership positions at Mu Sigma, Wipro, 3i Infotech, Capgemini, Sitel, IBM, Oracle, Accenture, and HSBC. | Held leadership positions at Mu Sigma, Wipro, 3i Infotech, Capgemini, Sitel, IBM, Oracle, Accenture, and HSBC. Delivered global digital transformation and analytics programs worth over USD 600 million in impact. | ||
==Areas of Expertise== | == Areas of Expertise == | ||
Enterprise Transformation, Generative AI (GPT-4, Claude 3, Gemini, Llama-3), Intelligent Automation (UiPath, Alteryx, Power Automate), Process Mining (Celonis, Signavio), Data Governance, and BFSI Modernization. | |||
==Selected Projects and Impact== | == Selected Projects and Impact == | ||
* Built a GenAI | * Built a GenAI portfolio of 90+ use cases at FIS Global | ||
* | * Implemented JPMorgan’s Transformation Data Hub | ||
* Migrated Uber technology operations to India (Maps, Eats, Freight, Places) | * Migrated Uber technology operations to India (Maps, Eats, Freight, Places) | ||
* Established automation governance frameworks and | * Established automation governance frameworks and citizen-developer ecosystems | ||
==Awards and Recognition== | == Awards and Recognition == | ||
* National AI Award – AURA GenAI Framework (2024, patent filed) | * National AI Award – AURA GenAI Framework (2024, patent filed) | ||
* UBS AI Excellence Award | * UBS AI Excellence Award (2025) | ||
* AI in Banking Difference Maker Award (2024) | * AI in Banking Difference Maker Award (2024) | ||
* Ratan Tata Youth Icon Award – AutoPaw Robot (2025) | * Ratan Tata Youth Icon Award – AutoPaw Robot (2025) | ||
* Golden Globe Noble Philanthropist of India Honour (2024) | * Golden Globe Noble Philanthropist of India Honour (2024) | ||
* Karnataka Woman Achiever’s Award – Environmental Change Maker (2022) | * Karnataka Woman Achiever’s Award – Environmental Change Maker (2022) | ||
* Bharatiya Ratna Seva Ratan Award – Lifetime Achievement in Animal Rights | * Bharatiya Ratna Seva Ratan Award – Lifetime Achievement in Animal Rights (2023) | ||
* Xiaomi Women Achiever Award – Compassionate Change Maker (2022) | * Xiaomi Women Achiever Award – Compassionate Change Maker (2022) | ||
* Karnataka Governor’s Award – Animal Welfare (2008) | * Karnataka Governor’s Award – Animal Welfare (2008) | ||
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* Numero Uno Award – Accenture (2004) | * Numero Uno Award – Accenture (2004) | ||
==Philanthropy and Social Impact== | == Philanthropy and Social Impact == | ||
Founder of the Jeny Leon Lopez Foundation and EarthSouls Sanctuary. Her work includes: | |||
* Daily | * Daily care for 200+ rescued animals and injured wildlife | ||
* Self-funded 1,000+ sterilizations | * Self-funded 1,000+ animal sterilizations since 1998 | ||
* Established India’s first pet cemetery | * Established India’s first pet cemetery (PFA Bangalore, 2003) | ||
* Legal campaigns against circus | * Legal campaigns against circus and temple animal abuse | ||
* | * Tree-planting and eco-awareness programs since 1990s | ||
* | * Initiative #7By37 – building seven animal sanctuaries across India by 2037 | ||
== Media and Publications == | |||
Jeny Leon’s activism and advocacy for stronger animal-cruelty laws have been covered widely in Indian media. | |||
* Cruelty to Animals a Symptom of Deep Moral Decay, Says Activist Jeny Leon Lopez | |||
* Published in: City Today (Bengaluru Edition) | |||
* Date: November 4, 2025 | |||
* Source: [City Today – Cruelty to Animals Article](https://citytoday.media/2025/11/04/cruelty-to-animals-a-symptom-of-deep-moral-decay-says-activist-jeny-leon-lopez/) | |||
The article highlights Jeny Leon’s appeal to lawmakers and the judiciary for stronger enforcement against animal cruelty, following a high-profile pet abuse case that went viral in Bengaluru. Her statements emphasized that cruelty toward animals reflects deeper societal issues and called for policy reform and ethical responsibility in governance. | |||
== Public Recognition and Press Coverage == | |||
Her work and public statements have been featured in leading English-language newspapers and digital platforms for both her AI transformation leadership and animal welfare initiatives, including: | |||
* City Today – Cruelty to Animals a Symptom of Deep Moral Decay (2025) | |||
* Times Now Digital – AI and Human Compassion in the Workplace (2024) | |||
* The Hindu MetroPlus – Humane Innovation in Technology Leadership (2023) | |||
* Deccan Chronicle – EarthSouls: Compassion in Action” (2022) | |||
* Bangalore Mirror – Grassroots Animal Rescue Leadership (2021) | |||
* ANI News – AI for Sustainability and Ethical Innovation (2025) | |||
==Public Presence and Media== | ==Public Presence and Media== | ||
* | * [https://linkedin.com/in/jenyleon LinkedIn - @jenyleon] | ||
* | * [https://jenyleonlopez.substack.com Substack - @jenyleonlopez] | ||
* | * [https://youtube.com/@jenyleonlopez6403 YouTube - @jenyleonlopez6403] | ||
* | * [https://www.instagram.com/jenyleonlopez Instagram - @jenyleonlopez] | ||
* | * [https://x.com/jenleon7 X (Twitter) - @jenleon7] | ||
* | * [https://www.facebook.com/jen.lopaz Facebook - @jen.lopaz] | ||
==Personal Life== | ==Personal Life== | ||
Jeny Joseph Leon lives in Bengaluru, India. | Jeny Joseph Leon lives in Bengaluru, India. She uses she/her pronouns and is deeply committed to animal welfare, environmental conservation, and community rehabilitation. Her public statements emphasize compassion, non-confrontational advocacy, and leading by example. | ||
==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
* [https://linkedin.com/in/jenyleon LinkedIn | * [https://linkedin.com/in/jenyleon LinkedIn - @jenyleon] | ||
* [https://jenyleonlopez.substack.com Substack | * [https://jenyleonlopez.substack.com Substack - @jenyleonlopez] | ||
* [https://youtube.com/@jenyleonlopez6403 YouTube | * [https://youtube.com/@jenyleonlopez6403 YouTube - @jenyleonlopez6403] | ||
* [https://www.instagram.com/jenyleonlopez Instagram | * [https://www.instagram.com/jenyleonlopez Instagram - @jenyleonlopez] | ||
* [https://x.com/jenleon7 X (Twitter) | * [https://x.com/jenleon7 X (Twitter) - @jenleon7] | ||
* [https://www.facebook.com/ | * [https://www.facebook.com/jen.lopaz Facebook - @jen.lopaz] | ||
* [https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10159039048211098&id=590616097 Facebook Story – Tribute Post] | |||
* [https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10225202537954462&id=1351155179 Facebook Post – Recognition Event Coverage] | |||
* [https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10225246891303268&id=1351155179 Facebook Update – Social Initiative Highlight] | |||
* [https://youtu.be/oD9PAYnjGTA YouTube – Interview Feature] | |||
* [https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jenyleon_95thacademyawards-oscar-kartikigonsalves-activity-7194903557530165248-uC-D LinkedIn – 95th Academy Awards Feature Post] | |||
* [https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10224878896423626&id=1351155179 Facebook Story – Inspirational Journey] | |||
* [https://youtu.be/oD9PAYnjGTA YouTube – Motivational Video Segment] | |||
* [https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10159369150386495&id=315603771494 Facebook Post – Media Coverage on Social Work] | |||
* [https://youtu.be/AznprOtwjmI YouTube – Press Feature Interview] | |||
* [https://kannada.news18.com/news/state/bangalore-techy-who-saves-more-than-70-dogs-is-now-in-trouble-rmd-sktv-468245.html News18 Kannada – Feature Article on Animal Welfare Initiative] | |||
* [https://youtu.be/GUkVwvjTWNg YouTube – Coverage on Rescue and Rehabilitation Efforts] | |||
* [https://www.thebetterindia.com/60383/10-women-beyond-support-animal-welfare-bangalore/amp/ The Better India – 10 Women Behind Animal Welfare Initiatives in Bengaluru] | |||
* [https://youtu.be/szyhCeNyAaU YouTube – Talk on Mental Health & Compassionate Living] | |||
* [https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10227767699441896&id=1351155179 Facebook Story – Event Feature] | |||
* [https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=4557955767582381&id=100001040087101 Facebook Post – Award Recognition] | |||
* [https://youtu.be/AUagdSJp9Cg?si=wEsM6CyXUwQ6mlgd YouTube – TV Interview Feature] | |||
* [https://www.youtube.com/live/nK69ZkF9EOk?si=qeDS5MxGq0gEKgNJ YouTube Live – Panel Discussion Appearance] | |||
* [https://youtu.be/YnavPMWNSLQ Bengaluru Guests – Discussion Feature] | |||
* [https://youtu.be/CwI9ttRWvEA Apoorva Mehta, CEO Dharma Productions – Interview Segment] | |||
* [https://bit.ly/4q90T9K Bitly – Consolidated Media Links] | |||
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnavPMWNSLQ Bengaluru's Traffic Nightmare: Companies Relocate As Congestion Disrupts India's Silicon Valley] | |||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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File:Jeny1.jpeg|'''Jeny Leon has been an ardent animal lover since childhood, rescuing strays, nurturing injured animals, and promoting urban greenery and compassion.'''<br />Jeny Leon (Jen Lopez) — lifelong animal rescuer and eco-activist known for her love for strays, reforestation, rescue, animal rights activism , IT and innovation tech professional , started pet cemetery in Bangalore in 2003. | |||
File:Jeny2.jpeg|'''A transformation strategist and innovation mentor, Jeny Leon is a frequent speaker at startup and incubation events on AI, Six Sigma, and cost optimization.'''<br />Jeny J. Leon — transformation leader and AI strategist, mentoring startups on automation, process excellence, and sustainable innovation. | |||
File:Jeny3.jpeg|'''Jeny Leon was honoured with the Golden Globe Nobel Philanthropist of India Award by Kartiki Gonsalves for her self-funded humanitarian work and animal rescue.'''<br />Jeny Leon Lopez — Golden Globe Nobel Philanthropist of India Awardee recognized for 3 decades of self-funded animal welfare and compassion work. | |||
File:Jeny4.jpeg|'''Known as a “fixer-upper” in the corporate world, Jeny Leon led IBM’s Go-to-Green initiative, turning red SLAs to green for clients like Disney, CNN, and Heathrow.'''<br />Jeny J. Leon — corporate transformation expert famed as a “fixer-upper” for global clients, leading SLA turnarounds and process excellence at IBM. | |||
File:Jeny5.jpeg|'''Jeny Leon Bharat Gen AI Award Winner for AURA'''<br />Jeny Leon — Bharat Gen AI Award winner for her patented AI innovation AURA, driving India’s future in responsible and human-centric AI innovation. | |||
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