Vijay Kottappan, Deputy Director of Programs
Vijay Kottappan is a distinguished global leader with over 26 years of expertise in information technology, currently directing global teams at Avnet and having served several notable Fortune 500 organizations. He earned an MBA from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, specializing in strategic leadership, innovation, and digital marketing.
Additionally, he holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification from Villanova University, focusing on enterprise effectiveness.
In addition to his professional achievements, Vijay is deeply committed to community service, having held prominent leadership roles—including President, Secretary, and Treasurer—within several nonprofit organizations across the Valley.
With a robust background in strategic planning, fundraising, advocacy, and community engagement, he possesses a genuine passion for driving impactful change. His dedication to the mission of SIM AZ focuses on fostering collaboration, empowering those served, and ensuring meaningful, lasting outcomes.
In his leisure time, he likes serving charity and non-profit organizations, enjoying sports such as cricket, and watching movies.
