# @purdueoldmasters on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DNgXFE2h7Pw
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- **Posted:** 2025-08-18T18:00:12.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Purdue Old Masters (@PurdueOldMasters) — https://gondola.cc/PurdueOldMasters

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Happy Monday, everyone! We're excited to kick off the week by introducing our incredible Old Masters and Rising Professionals for the combined 2025 program! 

Throughout the week, we’ll be spotlighting the outstanding alumni who are returning to campus. Stay tuned and follow along as we celebrate their journeys and the impact they continue to make! To start us off, we're thrilled to introduce our first Rising Professional, Darius Elliott!

Darius graduated from Purdue University in 2016 with a B.S. in Computer Engineering. He currently serves as a Senior Enterprise Data & AI Solution Specialist at Microsoft, where he drives digital transformation for Fortune 500 companies through Azure’s cloud and AI capabilities.

A recognized leader in data strategy, Darius has helped enterprises scale operations, optimize cloud infrastructure, and unlock new business opportunities. A top performer, he was awarded Microsoft’s prestigious Platinum Club Award—an honor reserved for the top 1% of employees—and holds eight Azure certifications.

His expertise is rooted not only in his certifications but also in years of hands-on experience as a Cloud Solution Architect, partnering with customers to solve complex challenges and fuel innovation.

Beyond the tech world, Darius is a sought-after speaker, mentor, and jazz musician. He is deeply committed to fostering diversity in STEM and empowering the next generation of innovators.

We are so excited to hear from Darius and learn more about his story!

#PurdueRisingProfessionals #RiseUp #PurdueOldMasters #75and10

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