Endeavor Keynote

Jamal Halepota ’09 is a seasoned Account Director at Microsoft, based in Atlanta. With a diverse background spanning Capitol Hill, Wall Street, and Silicon Valley, Jamal has honed his expertise in strategic partnerships and driving positive business outcomes. At Microsoft, Jamal is a trusted advisor who specializes in leadership, client relationship management, strategy, and cross-functional collaboration.

Before joining Microsoft, Jamal built his career with experiences in Revenue and Operations at Snapchat and investment banking at Credit Suisse’s Technology, Media, and Telecommunications Group. He also served as Global Business Development Lead for the Cambridge Innovation Center, supporting international and domestic expansion.

Jamal's career began on Capitol Hill, where he served as a Legislative Assistant to United States Senator Kirsten Gillibrand of New York. In this role, he analyzed, crafted, and advanced legislation in the Senate, providing counsel and recommendations on issues related to energy, the environment, and aerospace.

Jamal has been recognized as an "ATLeader" by the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. He is actively involved with the Boston College Alumni Association, serving as a Board Member, Regional Engagement Committee Member, and Chair of the Atlanta Chapter. Additionally, he is on the Board of Directors for Grand Street Settlement in New York City and sits on the Advisory Council for the Microsoft Stakeholders Voluntary Political Action Committee. He holds a B.A. in Economics from Boston College and an M.B.A. from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. Originally from Upstate New York, he enjoys outdoor activities, lacrosse, live music, and traveling with friends.