Our Team
Yatharth
Founder
An alumnus of the London School of Economics and former PwC Consultant in London, Yatharth combines rigorous academic excellence with practical industry insight. He leads Rostrum's mission to deliver honest, personalized guidance that helps ambitious students secure placements at top-tier institutions, including Oxbridge and the Ivy League. With a proven track record of empowering over 2000 students from 20+ countries, Yatharth champions a mentorship-driven and outcomes-focused approach fostering not only admissions success but also long-term career readiness. Under his leadership, Rostrum continues to raise the bar in education consulting through strategic depth, attention to detail, and a global vision for student potential.
Gwyn
Head Mentor and Oxbridge Expert
With over 30 years of experience across finance and education, Gwyn brings extensive expertise to student counselling and mentorship. A former Head Trader and specialist in Neurolinguistics, he combines analytical thinking with a deep understanding of communication, learning, and individual potential. For more than two decades, he has guided students through competitive university admissions, including applications to Oxford, the Ivy League, and the London School of Economics (LSE). At Rostrum, Gwyn serves as Head Counsellor, providing personalised academic and career guidance. He also mentors university students pursuing internships and careers in finance, law, consulting, and global industries, helping them make informed decisions aligned with their long-term goals.
Ben
US Admissions Expert
Meet Ben, Head Mentor and US Admissions Expert at Rostrum Education. With over six years of experience, Ben has helped 75–100 students, including 20–25 international applicants, gain admission to top US universities. He specialises in US admissions strategy, extracurricular development, and timeline planning. Known for his personalised and future-focused approach, Ben helps students build strong profiles and craft compelling applications that reflect their passions and long-term goals.
John
Business Development Associate
John is a Business Development Associate at Rostrum Education, based in Hong Kong. He specialises in developing strategic partnerships and expanding opportunities for students across Southeast Asia and international markets. With a strong background in client relationship management, John works closely with students and families to understand their academic aspirations and connect them with relevant university admissions support. At Rostrum, he focuses on identifying new market opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and delivering tailored solutions that support students throughout their admissions journey. His regional knowledge and relationship-driven approach enable him to build meaningful connections across the higher education landscape.
Whitney
Former Admissions Officer
Whitney is an experienced college admissions consultant with eight years of experience supporting students applying to leading universities across the US, UK, and Australia. She has guided students to institutions including Brown, Duke, UC Berkeley, UCL, and the University of Melbourne. A graduate of Florida State University’s College of Motion Picture Arts, Whitney brings a creative perspective to admissions counselling. At Rostrum, she specialises in personalised admissions strategy, essay development, and application planning, helping students communicate their strengths and aspirations effectively. Her thoughtful and individualised approach enables students to build authentic applications that reflect their experiences, interests, and long-term goals.
Vincent
Ivy League Specialist
Vincent is an Ivy League Specialist at Rostrum Education and a former Director of Admissions at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. With over 30 years of experience across Harvard and MIT, he has reviewed thousands of applications and developed extensive expertise in competitive university admissions. His specialisation includes public health, health administration, and related academic pathways. At Rostrum, Vincent provides personalised admissions guidance, helping students understand competitive application requirements, strengthen their profiles, and identify opportunities aligned with their academic interests. His extensive experience in higher education enables him to offer strategic, informed guidance to students pursuing leading universities.
Raushan
Law School Specialist
Raushan is a Law School Specialist at Rostrum Education, with an LLM in International Law from the University of Cambridge, where she was a Commonwealth Shared Scholar. She is a qualified Advocate with the Bar Council of Delhi and practises in the Supreme Court of India, focusing on public policy and human rights. Raushan is also a Law Fellow with the India Program at IGSD and an Assistant Professor at O.P. Jindal Global University. She has previously taught at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore. At Rostrum, she provides specialised guidance to students pursuing law and related academic pathways.
Ghous
Senior Growth Associate
Ghous is a Senior Growth Associate at Rostrum Education, with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from New York University Abu Dhabi. His academic background has developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills, which he applies to growth, client management, and business development. At Rostrum, Ghous works across CRM management, client acquisition, and retention, helping build meaningful relationships with students and families throughout their journey. He focuses on creating a seamless client experience from the initial interaction through continued engagement. His structured and collaborative approach combines analytical thinking with relationship-building, supporting Rostrum’s growth while ensuring students and families receive consistent, thoughtful guidance.
Avinash
Chief of Staff
Avinash is the Chief of Staff at Rostrum Education, bringing extensive experience across strategy, operations, and corporate development. He was part of the core team at Relevel by Unacademy, contributing to business expansion and supporting the company’s growth and fundraising efforts. He later worked in Corporate Development and Strategy at Unacademy, where he drove strategic initiatives and supported long-term growth plans. Before joining Rostrum, Avinash advised Web3 founders on fundraising, investments, and strategic positioning. At Rostrum, he works closely with leadership across strategic planning, operations, and execution, helping translate organisational priorities into measurable outcomes and supporting the company’s continued growth.
Crystal
Senior Manager (Counselling)
Crystal is a Senior Manager at Rostrum Education and holds an MSc in Education from the University of Oxford. With over five years of experience working with Russell Group universities, she brings extensive knowledge of global higher education systems and admissions. Crystal has guided more than 100 students toward leading institutions, including Oxbridge, LSE, Yale, UC Berkeley, and UPenn. Her experience also includes research contributions to UNICEF, UN Women, and UKRI, strengthening her understanding of education and equitable access. At Rostrum, Crystal provides personalised admissions counselling, helping students develop strong profiles and navigate competitive university applications with clarity and confidence.
Sobia
Manager (Counselling)
Sobia is a Counselling Manager at Rostrum Education, holding an MA in English Literature from Aligarh Muslim University. With over six years of college counselling experience, she has mentored students across engineering, computer science, economics, business, and fine arts. Her students have received offers from leading institutions including Princeton, Cornell, UPenn, Dartmouth, Stanford, NYU Stern, and Parsons School of Design. At Rostrum, Sobia supports students through academic and personal development, helping them explore meaningful projects and build authentic profiles. Her counselling approach focuses on fostering confidence, self-awareness, intellectual curiosity, and purposeful academic journeys.
Kshitij
Senior Associate
Kshitij is an Associate at Rostrum Education with an academic background in English Literature from St. Stephen’s College, University of Delhi. His expertise in storytelling, structure, and narrative development informs his work with students applying to highly competitive universities. At Rostrum, Kshitij specialises in helping students develop narrative clarity and thematic cohesion across their applications. He works closely with students to connect their academic interests, extracurricular experiences, and aspirations into a coherent and authentic story. His approach helps applicants communicate their individuality effectively while ensuring their applications present a clear, compelling, and consistent picture to admissions committees.
Pratibha
Senior Associate
Pratibha is a Senior Associate at Rostrum Education, holding a BSc in Life Sciences from Ramjas College, University of Delhi, and a Master’s in Law, Politics and Society from Ambedkar University Delhi. Her interdisciplinary academic background informs her approach to understanding students’ interests and developing distinctive profiles. At Rostrum, Pratibha works primarily with undergraduate applicants, supporting them through profile development and the university application process. She helps students identify their strengths, articulate their experiences, and translate their individual stories into compelling applications. Her personalised approach focuses on helping students present authentic narratives that resonate with their academic aspirations.
Aditya
Senior Associate
Aditya is a Senior Associate at Rostrum Education, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business. He mentors undergraduate, postgraduate, and MBA applicants across competitive global admissions cycles. At Rostrum, Aditya specialises in profile strategy, programme positioning, essays, and interview preparation, helping students communicate their ambitions with clarity and authenticity. Having supported applicants targeting universities across the US, UK, Europe, Singapore, Canada, and Australia, he brings an understanding of diverse admissions systems and requirements. His structured, strategic, and student-focused approach helps applicants build compelling applications aligned with their long-term goals.
Rukmani
Senior Associate
Rukmani is a Senior Associate at Rostrum Education and holds a PhD in Gender Studies. She completed her MA and MPhil in Gender Studies, receiving academic recognition including a Gold Medal and UGC Non-NET Fellowship. Her academic work has developed expertise in gender, society, and interdisciplinary research. Rukmani brings experience in admissions counselling and education, having previously worked as an Admissions Counselor at Mentor Match and taught students through PlanetSpark and Emaester. At Rostrum, she supports students through their academic and admissions journeys, helping them identify their strengths, develop meaningful profiles, and communicate their interests with clarity and authenticity.
Waageeshaa
Senior Associate
Waageeshaa is a Senior Associate at Rostrum Education, with an academic background in English Literature and Communications. She works with students to identify their strengths, interests, and experiences and translate them into authentic university applications. At Rostrum, Waageeshaa supports students with profile development and admissions planning, helping them present both their achievements and individuality effectively. Her approach is centred on encouraging curiosity, confidence, and thoughtful self-expression throughout the application process. With a strong interest in literature, communication, and interdisciplinary learning, she brings a creative and student-focused perspective to counselling, helping students develop profiles that reflect their personalities and aspirations.
Shubham
Senior Associate
Shubham is a Senior Associate at Rostrum Education, holding an MSc in International Social and Public Policy from the London School of Economics and Political Science. With over three years of experience in education, he has supported students pursuing admission to leading UK universities. Shubham previously worked at LSE, gaining valuable experience in higher education, research, and academic environments. At Rostrum, he provides personalised admissions counselling and supports outreach initiatives, helping students understand university pathways and develop strategies aligned with their academic goals. His experience with UK higher education enables him to offer informed, structured, and student-focused guidance throughout the admissions process.
Sabika
Associate
Sabika is a Senior Associate at Rostrum Education, with an academic background in International Relations from Amity University and Jamia Hamdard. A Merit Scholar at Jamia Hamdard, she brings expertise in global politics, peace and conflict studies, and public discourse. Her experience in research and feature writing has covered international politics, gender, and public policy. At Rostrum, Sabika supports students in exploring higher education opportunities, developing meaningful academic interests, and building authentic profiles. Her approach encourages critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and confident self-expression, helping students communicate their academic interests and aspirations clearly throughout their university admissions journey.
Sreeya
Associate
Sreeya is an Associate in Counselling at Rostrum Education, holding an MSc in Human Molecular Genetics from Imperial College London. With experience spanning scientific research, teaching, and academic writing, she brings a strong STEM perspective to student counselling. She works with students interested in medicine, life sciences, engineering, mathematics, artificial intelligence, and interdisciplinary fields. At Rostrum, Sreeya helps students identify their academic interests, develop authentic profiles, and communicate their ideas through compelling applications. Her approach centres on curiosity, individuality, and meaningful academic exploration, helping students build applications that reflect their ambitions while developing greater clarity and confidence in their educational journeys.
Sristi
Associate
Sristi is a Counselling Associate at Rostrum Education and an alumna of Loreto College, holding a Master’s in English Language and Literature. With experience across international education, admissions, research, writing, and student mentoring, she has guided students through profile building, university selection, applications, SOPs, LORs, and admissions documentation. Having worked with universities and international education stakeholders across the Indian subcontinent, she brings a nuanced understanding of the admissions process. A researcher and writer at heart, Sristi has published work on Partition, queer studies, and marginalisation. She believes strong applications begin with understanding each student’s story, interests, and aspirations, and enjoys helping them shape pathways that feel genuinely their own
Anandita
Associate
Anandita is a STEM Advisory Mentor at Rostrum Education, with a BSc in Biomedical Sciences from the University of South Florida, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude on a Presidential Scholarship. Her academic journey includes a perfect SAT Math score, participation in IOQM and RMO Olympiads, and the Michigan Math and Science Scholars programme. She has received offers from leading universities including Oxford, Cambridge, Brown, and Columbia, alongside experience navigating US medical school admissions. At Rostrum, Anandita uses her academic and admissions experience to mentor STEM-focused students, helping them make informed academic choices, develop meaningful profiles, and approach competitive university applications with clarity and confidence.
