Rodion Telpizov

Seasoned Entrepreneur & Technologist

Rodion (Rod) Telpizov, a seasoned entrepreneur and technologist, is the driving force behind SmartJobBoard. As the company’s CEO and founder, he has led the development of an innovative platform that empowers associations, non-profits, and government organizations to manage and grow their job boards efficiently. With rich industry experience spanning 15 years, Rod is deeply committed to creating and refining technology tools that boost user engagement and operational efficiency.
 
Before SmartJobBoard, Rod founded Sellbeing.com, an ecommerce platform for online merchants, co-founded several other startups and served in leadership roles in software development at several companies. Recognizing a gap in the recruitment industry, Rod launched SmartJobBoard in 2008. His vision for a user-friendly platform with customizable features quickly gained traction, and under his leadership, the company has not just thrived, but made a significant impact in the industry. Rod's strategic focus on intuitive, clean interfaces has enhanced user experience and fostered brand loyalty. Today, SmartJobBoard serves over 400 clients worldwide, a testament to its continuous innovation to meet the evolving needs of both employers and job seekers.
 
A native of Kyrgyzstan, Rod earned bachelor's and master’s degrees in physics from Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University. His educational background in physics equipped him with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, which he has successfully applied in the technology industry. He lives in Boulder, Colo.