Ashu founded SeniorTechPal after experiencing his family's challenges with technology. 

"This challenge hit home when my father passed away in 2021 and we were not able to see him to say goodbye. Due to the pandemic, it had been a couple of years since my wife, children, and I had been able to travel to India to see him. All of our attempts to video chat with him failed as he simply used to say, 'it is too complex.'"

After Ashu's retirement from Intel Corp, he founded SeniorTechPal. Ashu brings 25+ years of highly successful experience in technology, leadership and management, having managed multiple technology development programs and cross-functional teams as Sr Director of Engineering at Intel. His strategic focus and leadership approach of possibility thinking guided him to achieving great results at Intel. Now with the same passion, starting with the first session at El Dorado Hills Senior Center, Ashu has led the SeniorTechPal organization, connecting volunteers from tech companies to seniors to simplify their technology needs. The best quote he heard in one of the sessions, "Ashu, today, you have managed to teach a 101 year old something about technology. Thank You!" Besides SeniorTechPal and technology, Ashu enjoys hiking, racquetball, and spending time with his family. If you are looking for a great hike, the best hike is Tomales Point hike at Point Reyes. 

John Pierron brings significant executive management experience to SeniorTechPal. Over his 30 year career, John expanded his influence, to become a Vice President, and Senior Director of Product Development at Intel. John provided leadership to design organizations, helping them to exceed their goals, and deliver graphics and cellphone silicon products more efficiently and with higher quality. John’s extensive management experience and strong business acumen helps the SeniorTechPal organization meet non-profit organization and funding requirements, and forge partnerships with other corporate entities. His unparalleled leadership reputation at Intel has attracted many talented volunteers to engage in community service with SeniorTechPal.