Sarup Shah

About Sarup Shah

My professional background over 25 years is built on a solid foundation in technology and engineering management, with a diverse career spanning telecommunications, storage solutions, and pediatric therapy practice management. Whether delivering cutting edge products or leading a team at Therapy Smarts, Inc, I leverage my broad problem-solving expertise to drive innovative solutions and deliver successful outcomes — particularly in improving the lives of the children and families we serve. By combining technical acumen with a deep commitment to patient-centered care, I consistently strive to create impactful, sustainable results in every role I undertake.At Therapy Smarts, our mission is to collaborate closely with families of children with delays and special needs, working together to achieve meaningful, life-changing outcomes. These achievements wouldn’t be possible without the unwavering passion, expertise, and dedication of our exceptional team of providers — including Speech Therapists (STs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Physical Therapists (PTs), and ABA specialists. Their commitment and hard work make all the difference in empowering children and their families to thrive, overcoming challenges and unlocking their full potential.Areas of Expertise- People Development: Championing career growth, mentorship, and continuous learning- Team Building: Creating high-performing, cohesive teams focused on shared goals- Culture Leadership: Building inclusive, supportive work environments that foster collaboration- Software Quality Assurance: Software quality management system, quality assurance processes, code quality tools integration, operational/release quality metrics collection and reporting dashboards, test labs and infrastructure, customer pre-sales and post-sales deployment management- Project management: concept to realization of Large and complex technology projects, inter-group coordination and cross-functional leadership, project planning and execution, executive reporting, customer relationship management.

Experience

1. Chief Financial and Operations Officer

   Therapy Smarts, Inc

   Jan 2025 — Present · Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, US

   Support and advocate for children with developmental delays and special needs in the Triangle area, ensuring access to tailored services and resources.Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction across key operational areas, including Finance, People, and Culture, to drive organizational success and impact.Develop and implement robust policies, procedures, and best practices that enhance operational efficiency and ensure alignment with organizational goals.Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting efforts to ensure sound financial stewardship and sustainable management of resources.

Education

• New Jersey Institute of Technology

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

• The University of Texas at Austin

  B.S, Computer Science

• Indian High School

  High School

  1986 — 1994

• Pfeiffer University

  MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

Skills

• Mgcp
• Sip
• Session Initiation Protocol (Sip)
• Tcp/Ip
• Lte
• Quality Assurance
• QA Engineering
• Test Planning
• System Testing
• Mobile Devices
• Embedded Software
• Team Management
• Agile Methodologies
• Management
• C++
• Agile & Waterfall Methodologies
• Telecommunications
• Shell Scripting
• Unix
• Debugging
• Voice Over Ip (Voip)
• H.248
• Wireless Technologies
• Software Development
• Scrum
• Team Leadership
• Voip
• Linux
• Agile Project Management
• Product Management
• Project Planning
• Ip
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Switches
• Integration
• Project Management
• Networking
• 3g
• People Management
• Testing