Forbes-recognized AI leader Rajeev Kapur brings educational center to Nogales, AZ to close the learning gap
NOGALES, Ariz., Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A new institute is bringing ChatGPT and cutting-edge AI tools to rural Arizona. At the heart of Nogales’ historic 1904 Courthouse, the Kapur-Parada Center of AI has officially opened, offering teachers and families a space to learn, experiment, and grow with artificial intelligence.
The center was made possible through the donation of Rajeev Kapur, tech CEO, bestselling author of AI Made Simple and Prompting Made Simple, and recently named Forbes’ Top Leader in AI. Kapur brought the vision to life with a donation that included four Dell desktop computers preloaded with AI resources, printers, training, and professional support. His leadership underscores a core belief that rural communities deserve the same opportunities to thrive in the AI revolution as major cities.
“This center represents the future of education,” said Kapur. “AI has the power to break down barriers that have held rural communities back for too long. By opening access to these tools in Nogales, we’re creating a place where innovation and opportunity can thrive.”
“The Kapur-Parada Center of AI has brought excitement to our educational communities,” said Maya Donnelly, superintendent of Santa Cruz County. “The idea of enhancing educators’ work with accurate and time-saving technology is intriguing. Santa Cruz County is grateful for the partnership with Mr. Kapur, and we look forward to growing this opportunity.”
Training workshops tailored by grade level are in development to give educators hands-on experience with AI tools. Teachers will soon have full access to the lab, allowing them to collaborate, experiment, and bring innovative strategies directly into their classrooms.
The Kapur-Parada Center of AI, named for Rajeev Kapur and his friend and former Nogales city councilman César Parada, unites Kapur’s vision for innovation with the city’s proud history, linking a legacy of community leadership to a future of opportunity and AI-driven progress.
About Rajeev Kapur
Rajeev Kapur is a three-time CEO, keynote speaker, and bestselling author with deep expertise in AI, leadership, and digital transformation. Named #1 on Forbes’ “Top 5 AI Leaders Bringing Artificial Intelligence to Everyone,” he is widely recognized for making complex technology practical and accessible. Currently CEO of 1105 Media, he has led startups, midsize firms, and global powerhouses like Dell, where he managed P&Ls up to $1.6 billion. Rajeev holds a Global MBA from USC and Jiaotong University and dual AI certifications from MIT. He is the author of Chase Greatness, AI Made Simple and Prompting Made Simple and a 2024 finalist for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year Award.
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