Toral Sharan brings a rare global perspective to career guidance—born in Uganda, raised in the UK, and now one of India’s most respected voices in university counselling. With over 16 years of dedicated experience, she is recognised as a chief mentor for students, educators, and institutions seeking clarity in the ever-evolving world of higher education.

As the first professional Career Counsellor at Welham Boys’ School, one of India’s most prestigious boarding institutions, Toral transformed the way students access academic guidance. She pioneered structured programs that introduced students, teachers, and the wider school community to opportunities across both Indian and international universities.

Warm, insightful, and deeply committed, Toral is known for shaping confident, well-rounded student profiles and guiding learners toward pathways that truly fit their aspirations. Her influence continues to set benchmarks in the field of career counselling and admissions.

Sheenu Kathuria is a highly respected global career counsellor and the founder of EduNation Consultants, bringing over 20 years of experience across ITes, banking, and education. A former Visa Officer with the New Zealand and Australian High Commissions, she offers unmatched insight into international admissions and immigration pathways.

With certifications from the British Council, ICEF, and UCLA Extension, Sheenu has guided thousands of students toward successful academic journeys worldwide. Her purpose-driven approach to education and personalized mentorship has earned her recognition as Woman Leader of the Year, along with features on Radio Manav Rachna and StartUp Times.

Dedicated, insightful, and impact-oriented, Sheenu continues to empower students with clarity, confidence, and strategic support that goes far beyond admissions.

Abhinav Gogoi is one of India’s most trusted and dynamic career counsellors—celebrated for his global perspective, deep subject expertise, and a rare ability to truly understand young minds.

With 6000+ students guided, visits to 35+ countries for education research, and global certifications from institutions like UCLA, Abhinav is known for crafting life-changing pathways for learners across India. As a Life Member of the Counsellors Council of India, and a leading trainer for educators and counsellors, he is shaping the future of guidance in the country.

Previously the Chief Growth Officer at IMS Learning and Inspirus Education, Abhinav now serves as Director at BigMind & Youth Cove Foundation and mentors emerging education ventures.

What truly sets him apart is his warmth, clarity, and instinctive ability to bring out the best in every student. Whether in a counselling room, a classroom, or a training hall—Abhinav’s presence inspires confidence, curiosity, and courage.

Stemming from her fusion of psychology, hands-on counselling experience,and on-ground community work across various states- Gaurangi approaches education with empathy, purpose, and relentless dedication. At TSE, she plays a pivotal role in driving partnerships, strengthening institutional alliances, and crafting pathways that empower young learners to grow with confidence and direction.

With experience across research, education strategy, and youth-focused initiatives, Gaurangi excels at identifying opportunities that drive growth, innovation, and long-term value. Her work is driven by a simple belief: powerful partnerships create powerful possibilities for students. 

Saurabh brings a strong focus on building scalable delivery frameworks, streamlining operations, and nurturing high-performance cultures grounded in collaboration, ownership, and continuous learning. With a deep belief that technology may enable transformation but education and people sustain it, he works to create ecosystems where individuals are empowered to think independently, innovate confidently, and grow alongside the organisation.

His leadership philosophy is anchored in accountability, agility, and empowerment. Saurabh thrives in environments that challenge conventional thinking, embrace change, and prioritise smarter, more effective solutions to complex problems.

Sampann Chaudhary brings over 15 years of tech leadership experience across Airtel, IBM, and Wipro, with deep expertise in data engineering, analytics, and large-scale digital transformation. He has built some of the world’s most advanced data ecosystems—including the largest global Data Lake & Data River—and led Asia’s biggest telecom technology transformation. He is also the Founder of DG Liger, an IT consulting firm specializing in digital transformation and data analytics services, where he continues to drive enterprise-grade innovation across industries.

A visionary technologist, Sampann’s passion lies in using cutting-edge innovation to uplift education. What truly defines Sampann is his passion for using technology to elevate learning. He believes that education deserves the same innovation, efficiency, and intelligence as the world’s most advanced industries. His mission is simple: build scalable, intuitive, AI-driven platforms that give every learner the power of “information superiority”—the right insights at the right time to grow, perform, and lead. 

Amit Phull, Founder & CEO of THE SMART EDGE, brings over two decades of rich corporate experience from global brands like Merrill Lynch, Citibank, and Decathlon India. Before stepping into entrepreneurship, he led Sushant University as CMO & Director Admissions, shaping impactful student journeys. Known for his humility and hands-on leadership, Amit is widely respected as an educationist who believes in the power of meaningful, experiential learning. His passion for crafting high-quality content and accessible skill-building opportunities continues to drive THE SMART EDGE forward.

An alumnus of Delhi University and the Asian Institute of Management, Manila, he also holds an Advanced Corporate Finance certification from IIM-Ahmedabad—reflecting his commitment to lifelong learning and excellence.