Rohan Jawali Named Finalist for San Diego Business Journal's CEO of the Year Award

San Diego, CA – May 1, 2025 – Joist AI is proud to announce that CEO, Rohan Jawali, has been named a Finalist for the San Diego Business Journal’s "CEO of the Year" award. This prestigious honor recognizes top executives in the region who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and a commitment to both business success and community impact.

Each year, the San Diego Business Journal celebrates influential leaders who have significantly contributed to the growth and advancement of the San Diego business community. The award acknowledges CEOs, presidents, and executives who drive transformation within their organizations while fostering a culture of excellence and giving back to the community.

Under Rohan’s leadership, Joist AI has experienced significant growth, expanded its presence in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries, and continued its mission of delivering AI-powered solutions that improve productivity and performance. Beyond company growth, Jawali has been a vocal advocate for AI development and actively supports initiatives that promote innovation within the AEC tech sector.

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About Joist AI
Joist AI is the leading pursuit enablement platform for the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. Built for AEC professionals, by AEC professionals, Joist AI streamlines RFx responses, automates proposal closeout, and optimizes pursuit and marketing operations. By automating repetitive and mundane marketing tasks, Joist AI empowers firms to work smarter, respond faster, and win more—freeing proposal teams to focus on strategic activities and the work they love.

About San Diego Business Journal
The San Diego Business Journal provides in-depth coverage of the local business community, offering insights into key industries, trends, and leaders shaping the region. Through weekly print and daily digital content, SDBJ delivers timely news and analysis for business professionals, while also recognizing excellence through awards programs that celebrate leadership, innovation, and community impact.

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