Ankur Gopal exemplifies the University of Dayton’s mission of using business as a force for the common good — a principle that has guided his extraordinary career.
As founder and CEO of Interapt, a pioneering IT consulting, workforce development and business process outsourcing firm, Gopal has helped more than 3,000 individuals — including veterans and those who are unemployed or underemployed — launch high-paying careers in technology.
After earning his bachelor’s degree in history and economics, Gopal pursued his MBA at UD, where he deepened his commitment to lifelong learning and community impact — values that remain central to Interapt’s mission.
What began as a tech consultancy for Fortune 1000 companies in Louisville, Kentucky, has grown into a nationally recognized model for bridging the digital divide. Interapt’s innovative approach — offering paid training, tuition support and junior apprenticeships — removes barriers and creates pathways to opportunity.
In an industry often challenged by high attrition, Interapt boasts a 95% success rate, transforming lives and revitalizing communities across the nation.
Gopal’s visionary leadership has earned him numerous accolades, including the EY Entrepreneur of the Year award. He has been inducted into the Kentucky Entrepreneur Hall of Fame and invited to speak at the White House and TEDx, with additional recognition as a global endeavor entrepreneur for his impact-driven approach to business.
Rooted in his Kentucky upbringing and inspired by his parents’ emphasis on education, Gopal remains steadfast in his mission to build not just careers, but brighter futures — for individuals, families and communities alike.