Marketing Strategist & Franchise Consultant

Gaurav is a seasoned marketing specialist with over 15 years of extensive experience in the education sector. He was honored with the prestigious Emerging Marketer of the Year 2021 award by ASMA. His unwavering belief in discipline, dedication, and determination has been instrumental in his professional growth, particularly during his 12+ years of impactful contribution with the Yash Birla Group.

Throughout his career, Gaurav has worked across diverse sectors including consumer durables, healthcare and wellness, and education. One of his key achievements includes helping a school chain grow from 20 to 200 schools across India.

Currently, Gaurav plays a pivotal role in guiding investors to set up schools, offering them 360-degree support and services. He is also actively assisting several reputed school brands in their expansion by facilitating franchise partnerships for potential investors.

In addition to his professional engagements, he is also working as a mentor to Erudite India, sharing his expertise and insights to guide aspiring education entrepreneurs and marketing professionals

Advisor – Education Strategy & Research

Dr. Priyank Sharma is a distinguished educator, researcher, counselor, and thought leader in the field of education. An engineer from NIT, a trained counselor from NCERT, a social impact professional from TISS, and a researcher at NIEPA, Dr. Sharma brings a rare multidisciplinary perspective to modern education.

Currently serving as Associate Director – Research and Educational Projects at Suraasa, he leads transformative initiatives in teacher education and institutional development. With a prolific career in reading, writing, publishing, and presenting on critical issues in education, Dr. Sharma’s guidance blends academic rigor with ground realities.

As an Advisor to our consultancy firm, his role is instrumental in shaping strategic direction, research-backed frameworks, and sustainable school transformation models. His vision and insight continue to inspire innovation in our approach to educational excellence.

Strategic Advisor

Dr. Aakansh Jain is a distinguished medical professional with an exemplary academic journey—MBBS from VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital (New Delhi), MS in General Surgery from RML Hospital (New Delhi), and M.Ch in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery from KGMU, Lucknow.

While not directly from the education domain, Dr. Jain is deeply passionate about nation-building through quality education. As an Investor and Strategic Advisor to our consultancy, he plays a key role in strengthening our long-term vision. His association lends both credibility and cross-sector insight, drawing from his disciplined background in medicine and structured professional growth.

Dr. Jain’s belief in sustainable educational development and his support as a trusted external partner inspire confidence in our mission and add significant value to our institutional ethos.

Senior Consultant – School Marketing & Enrollment

Ranu Jat is a seasoned Sales and Marketing professional with over 6 years of hands-on experience in driving growth for educational institutions. With a Master's degree in Commerce from Barkatullah University, Bhopal, Ranu brings deep expertise in business development, strategic marketing, and student enrollment planning.

Her strength lies in crafting and executing impactful ATL (Above the Line), BTL (Below the Line), and TTL (Through the Line) marketing strategies tailored specifically for schools. Ranu has a proven track record of delivering outstanding student enrollment results — a critical success factor for any educational institution. Her sharp understanding of the school ecosystem and unmatched enrollment strategies make her a trusted advisor to school leaders seeking sustainable growth.

Head – School Consultancy Wing | Senior IT & Market Strategy Consultant

Rachna Nagvanshi brings over 10 years of rich experience as an IT expert and education consultant with a deep understanding of the Indian school market. Holding a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Information Technology, Rachna combines her technical acumen with strategic insight to deliver highly effective, customized solutions for school owners.

As the head of the consultancy wing, she specializes in analyzing local market dynamics, identifying regional trends, and aligning school strategies with city-specific requirements. Her strength lies in crafting practical, data-backed solutions tailored to each school's unique context, making her a trusted advisor for education entrepreneurs across the country..

Senior Consultant – School Operations & Process Management

Anshika Gaur is an experienced school operations expert with a Master’s degree in Commerce from Barkatullah University, Bhopal. With a strong background in managing diverse school processes, she specializes in streamlining daily operations and building robust systems for smooth functioning.

Her core expertise lies in supporting new schools through micro-level handholding—right from creating academic timetables and coordinating with teaching staff to developing customized Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for efficient school management. Anshika's ability to structure and implement practical operational solutions makes her an invaluable asset to schools aiming for excellence in execution and long-term stability.

Curriculum & Pedagogy Consultant | Founder – Erudite India

Jyoti Singh is a passionate educator and curriculum expert with over 10 years of experience in the teaching and academic sector. Holding a Master’s degree in Sociology, she brings a deep understanding of child development, classroom dynamics, and social context into her educational approach.

Her rich experience across early childhood, primary, and secondary education allows her to design and deliver pedagogical frameworks that are both developmentally appropriate and academically sound. Jyoti’s insights are grounded in both hands-on classroom experience and strong academic foundations.

As the Founder of Erudite India, she has been instrumental in designing impactful learning modules and training programs for schools. Her expertise plays a vital role in helping institutions enhance teaching quality, curriculum planning, and child-centric practices.