Jalaj Hora is a visionary engineer and systems strategist dedicated to integrating technology, design, and sustainability to drive innovation and planetary well-being. His career spans leadership roles in product innovation, supply chain transformation, and digital ecosystems across global brands.
As VP of Product Innovation & Consumer Creation at Nike, he spearheaded the brand’s upstream digital transformation, developing a groundbreaking sports science platform that fused athlete data with AI and machine learning. His teams scaled a digital ecosystem linking design, manufacturing, retail, and marketing while managing Nike’s sustainability tech portfolio, focusing on additive manufacturing and carbon tracking.
Previously, as SVP at Burberry, Jalaj led materials innovation, digital prototyping, and sustainable manufacturing, setting new industry standards for regenerative materials and low-impact production. He also oversaw global quality and compliance across apparel, footwear, accessories, and beauty.
With experience across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia, Jalaj brings a global perspective to consulting, investment advisory, and academic leadership. He serves as Global Chair and Visiting Professor at Manchester Metropolitan University, played a key role in founding the Institute for Positive Fashion, and is the Founder & CEO of Synthegrate, a San Francisco-based venture studio focused on climate, fashion, and wellness.