Our Team
Gwyn
Head Counsellor
A Member of Mensa (with an IQ in the top 0.05%), a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and former banking Head Trader Gwyn has been involved in the financial and education markets for over 30 years. A specialist in Neurolinguistics for the last 20 years he has been coaching high potential students into top global universities (Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial and LSE, Ivy League, M7 plus Canadian and European schools) He works with undergraduates and postgraduate students to obtain internships and Full Time Graduate positions with the world's top financial institutions, law firms, consultancies, and global corporates.
Vincent
Ivy League and MPH Specialist
Meet Vincent James, former Director of Admissions, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Vincent has a rich experience of 30+ years as director of admissions and has reviewed thousands of applications during his tenure at the prestigious Harvard University as well as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He has been working with students to help them secure admissions to their dream universities (especially the Ivy Leagues) for public health and health administration. Vincent personalises the process to suit each student's needs, and is here to help you take your next steps towards becoming a public health professional.
Dana
Dana has 18 years of experience teaching English and creative writing and 16 years of experience as a tutor and admissions consultant. He has taught at several institutions, including Horace Mann, Prep for Prep and Ramapo College of New Jersey. He has tutored middle-school, high-school, college and graduate students as well as working professionals. He also worked in Princeton’s Admission Office. Because of the breadth of his experience, Dana knows what skills colleges expect of incoming freshmen and what challenges high-school students encounter as they strive to master and demonstrate these skills. What further sets him apart is his career as a professional poet and writer. He knows what it’s like to face the blank page and write under the pressure of high expectations and unyielding deadlines. This makes him an even more effective tutor.
Yatharth
Co Founder
His journey began as a student of the IB Diploma Program. He pursued a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Mathematics and Statistics from London School of Economics and Political Science. He graduated with First-class Honors and also received the prestigious ‘Best Performance Award’ for his academic achievements. He worked with leading educational consultancies in the UK to tutor students and assist them in university admissions.
Sanjog
Co Founder
Sanjog is a co-founder of Rostrum Education and the Head of Business Operations and Development. He is also an enthusiastic mentor and research guide to students. Sanjog received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Energy Engineering from Penn State University. He has worked with various financial and energy firms in India and abroad and conducted projects on energy conservation systems.
Raushan
Raushan has pursued her LLM from the University of Cambridge (with a specialization in International Law) as a Commonwealth Shared Cambridge Trust Scholar. She is a Law Fellow with the India Program at Institute for Governance and Sustainable Development. She is also an Assistant Professor at O.P. Jindal Global University and was a visiting lecturer at the National Law School of India University, Bangalore. Alongside her academic commitments, she is also an Advocate enrolled with the Bar Council of Delhi and qualified for the All-India Bar Council Examination (India) and practices in the Supreme Court of India, with emphasis on public policy and human rights litigation. She has past experience at the Supreme Court of India in Constitutional Law and Public Policy with an emphasis on Human Rights.
Samudra
Digital Marketing Manager
Samudra is a post graduate in Digital Marketing from MICA, with specialisation in Social Media & Content Marketing. He holds a certification in Teamwork and Collaboration from RIT as well. With over 5 years of experience in managing the creative division of business, he focuses on contributing to Rostrum global connectivity with students worldwide, thereby assisting them to secure admission to their dream universities. Samudra is in charge of overseeing and monitoring the digital footprint of Rostrum, including but not limited to the website and social media content.
Nischal
As a passionate business analyst, I assist students in finding their dream college with individualised guidance. Working actively to share insights and perspectives through writing, consulting, and training with students in the field of learning. I'm focused on growth, achieving project objectives while brainstorming creative ideas, and building strong relationships with team members, management, and students. I believe in identifying problems and solving them for business improvements and turning time into a valuable asset.
Sonja
I am an experienced college counseling professional with a passion for guiding students towards successful educational journeys. Throughout my career, I have held various roles in prestigious educational institutions, including Friends' Central School, Tanglin Trust School, King's Academy, and Nanjing Foreign Language School. In addition, I have worked as an education consultant and held positions at the University of Pennsylvania, Barnard College - Columbia University, School Choice International, and World Education Services. With a wealth of experience in admissions counseling, university guidance, and international programs, I have equipped students with the necessary tools and resources to navigate the college application process. I am dedicated to helping students explore their career paths, discover their passions, and make informed decisions about their future.
Shivangi
Psychology mentor
Shivangi Khattar is our Psychology tutor at Rostrum, she teaches different curricula from CBSE to IB to AP. Her belief is that each student and teacher have a different learning process and her classes and approach are tailor made to different students. She graduated from teachers college, Columbia University with an MA in Psychology and her focus area is making education a strong learning process for students of different needs.
Whitney
Whitney (Whit) is an experienced and passionate college admissions consultant dedicated to helping students achieve their academic and personal goals. She is a graduate of the College of Motion Picture Arts at Florida State University. With eight years of expertise in the field, she has successfully helped students get into numerous prominent US, UK, and Australian universities including but not limited to Brown, Duke, Cornell, UC Berkeley, UCL, and the University of Melbourne. Whit’s approach combines a deep understanding of the admissions landscape with personalized guidance tailored to each student's strengths and aspirations. She excels at developing comprehensive application strategies, assisting with essay writing and interview preparation, and providing invaluable insights into the admissions committees' expectations. Through her unwavering commitment to excellence and genuine care for students' success, Whit is poised to significantly impact the college admissions journey of aspiring students.
Rahul
Math and Physics mentor
“Any fool can know. The point is to understand”. – Albert Einstein Having been a student of Physics, I believe that understanding Physics is understanding life and beyond. As a tutor, my role is to help students understand Physics. To that end, I tailor my approach towards teaching students according to their needs and cultivate efficient working methods.
Pranjal
As an MBA who specialises in advertising and marketing,I have worked with various educational firms and have helped them in their business development and growth.I am a result driven and dedicated business coordinator who excels at developing and implementing new growth strategies. Being a part of edtech has allowed me to do both-work for the business development of the firm and also to work closely with so many young students and helping them shape their career.
Deeptanshu
Geography and Development studies mentor
With an early exposure to the development sector and an early discontentment with the way things are- he has wanted to try things differently. He has experience working with NGOs, government entities, corporates, charities and private firms and brings a diverse set of skills to the table. Determined and decisive, with an approach resting on adaptability, cultural competency, empathy and intellectual curiosity, he is always looking to identify and develop opportunities.
Shruti
I am a post-graduate in Clinical Psychology, trained in therapeutic approaches like Queer Affirmative, Humanistic, Existential, and Narrative Therapy. I have worked as a mental health professional and an academic counselor with the University of Delhi. Additionally, I have designed a curriculum for gender rights and comprehensive sexuality education, and conducted workshops for schools in Delhi. Feminism as a core value has allowed me to inspect mental health through the lens of social justice and intersectionality. I hope to guide students in applying academic knowledge to real-world problems and affect positive change in their communities. Outside work, you can find me listening to Taylor Swift or binge-watching medical dramas.
Nithin
As an educational consultant, Nithin specializes in helping students build compelling profiles to gain admission to top universities worldwide. With a strong foundation in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, where he studied Physics, Chemistry, and Maths at higher levels alongside English, Spanish, and Psychology, Nithin brings a diverse and robust academic background to his work. He furthered his education at a National Institute of Technology in India, earning his engineering degree. Nithin's extensive experience includes guiding students through the complexities of college applications, particularly for prestigious Western institutions. He has successfully helped numerous students secure admissions with significant scholarships and financial awards, ensuring they not only gain acceptance but also have the financial support to pursue their academic dreams.
Tasmir
Mentor
Tasmir is a graduate student in the MSAS program at Oxford and recipient of the OPP Studentship. Tasmir has worked for some of the leading think tanks and human rights organizations in Pakistan including the Justice Project Pakistan, the Digital Rights Foundation, the Research Society of International Law, and the Institute of Development Ideas and Economic Alternatives. At Oxford, he was part of the Oxford Strategy Group as a student consultant. In addition, he worked for the country’s largest college counselling service and has worked with over 50 undergrad and post grad applicants, securing admission into Oxbridge, Cornell, LSE, UCLA, and more.
Diva
Young professional with a passion for career counselling. Holds a postgraduate degree in Psychology from Amity University and graduation from Delhi University. Expertise in assessing skills and characteristics of students to curate their career roadmap and advising them on probable degree options. Have carried out research and compiled insights to assist students for the admission processes across countries. Helped more than hundreds of students in navigating their career path by assessing their aptitude, personality and interests.
Diya Mittal
Counselling Associate
Diya Mittal is a dedicated professional with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Leeds. With extensive experience working on the admissions committee at Leeds, she has developed a strong understanding of the academic landscape and the unique needs of students. Her diverse work experience equips her with valuable insights into various educational pathways. Passionate about guiding students, Diya enjoys writing and sharing knowledge that empowers others to achieve their academic and personal goals. She is committed to providing tailored support to help students navigate their educational journeys with confidence.
