Alumni Feature: Mr. Jay Dhillon S’92

When Jay arrived at SJMA in August of 1991, he knew this was in the right place. He instantly connected with other cadets and quickly adjusted to the culture on campus. Making friends was never difficult for him, but the ones he made here have lasted since those first couple of weeks. He credits SJMA for his ability to adjust to tough situations and persevere through adversity. That one year had such an impact on him, he felt his son needed to experience it too. Jai Singh Dhillon ’24 just graduated three weeks ago, and Jay was here to see it happen. The legacy has begun.  Jay, is a founder of Viva Andalucia LLC, he is an accomplished inventor and entrepreneur with a track record of success in several industries. He has ownership over 17 United States patents and has demonstrated  leadership by addressing consumer demands and taste in creative and practical ways. He has developed innovative products across various brand categories, including the creation of Unlimited CD, Inc. in 1999 and the Pure Plushy brand, the first antimicrobial plush toy made entirely from memory foam in 2005. The Pure Plushy toy gained significant recognition, being featured on national TV and Forbes. In 2006, Mr. Dhillon began working on a new champagne brand, Le Medaillon, which eventually led to the creation of BurNarj, the world’s first sparkling wine made from oranges. He loves what he does and has a true knack for positive relationships and understanding of current trends. He has opened his house in Oak Brook for an alumni reunion this summer and continues to support the Academy in many ways.