Vinod Gupta is an Indian-American entrepreneur and venture capitalist, best known for founding InfoUSA, a company that provided business and marketing information. He was born in 1946 in Rampur Maniharan, India, and later moved to the United States to pursue higher education. Gupta earned a degree in agricultural engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur and an MBA from University of Nebraska. In addition to his business success, Gupta is recognized for his philanthropic efforts. He has donated millions to various causes, including education and healthcare, particularly in his home country of India. His contributions have helped improve infrastructure and opportunities for many in underserved communities.