Meet Our Team
Expert Teachers
Learn from passionate educators with real-world expertise in STEM, technology, finance, and business.

Ishan Shrivastava
Co-Founder + STEM & Technology Mentor
San Diego, CA
View LinkedInIshan is a STEM and technology-focused student with strong interests in coding, engineering, robotics, cybersecurity, and hands-on electronics. He helps students build technical confidence, problem-solving skills, and a stronger interest in STEM pathways through organized, supportive mentorship.
- Relevant coursework: AP Chemistry, AP Calculus AB, AP Seminar, Precalculus, Honors Principles of Engineering
- DECA Competitor & Districts Winner
- Math Olympiad experience
- Oak Valley Coding Club Vice President
- Arduino Club teacher
- 2x ACSL National Finalist
- CyberPatriot National Champion
- USA Computing Olympiad Gold
- Cisco National Networking Challenge Winner
- Boeing National Aerospace Challenge Winner (CyberPatriot Extension)
- Team Optix 3749 FIRST Robotics - Administrative Department
- Del Norte Rocketry Club - Rocket Designer
- Internship at Jeeva AI
- Fluent in Python
- Passionate about RC planes, drones, electronics, and hands-on engineering

Aaryav Lal
Software, AI & Writing Mentor
San Diego, CA
View LinkedInAaryav is a software, AI, and writing-focused student with experience across robotics, startups, nonprofit work, and academic tutoring. He helps students strengthen technical problem-solving, writing clarity, and project confidence through structured, practical mentorship.
- 4.0 GPA
- 7 AP-level courses taken by sophomore year
- 5+ computer science courses taken at the college level
- Software Lead at Team Optix
- Co-Founder of AXEIS
- Intern at SBZ Technology
- LLM technician with hands-on AI workflow experience
- Worked with SFI Foundation nonprofit to expand impact
- Established Del Norte Writing Center tutor
- Varsity tennis player
- Strong focus on software engineering, AI tools, writing, and academic confidence

Armin Naghshineh-Pour
Math, Finance & Academic Mentor
San Diego, CA
View LinkedInArmin is a motivated and academically driven Del Norte High School student with a strong passion for mathematics, problem-solving, financial literacy, and clear communication. He helps students understand challenging concepts in an approachable way while building confidence, organization, and stronger study habits.
- 4.0 GPA
- Co-Founder and Co-President of the Del Norte Finance and Investment Club
- Helps educate students about personal finance, investing, and financial literacy
- Relevant coursework: AP Psychology and AP Seminar
- Upcoming coursework: AP Calculus and AP Statistics
- DECA Southern California District winner and state-level competitor
- 50+ volunteer hours at the Persian Cultural Center
- Strong communication skills with a focus on explaining complex concepts clearly
- Highly proficient with technology, editing, content creation, and organized presentation
- Focused on mathematics, quantitative thinking, academic confidence, and problem-solving

Saison Koduri
Finance, STEM & AI Mentor
San Diego, CA
Saison is a finance and STEM-focused student with a strong passion for public speaking, AI, and business strategy. He helps students build confidence in quantitative subjects, financial literacy, and communication skills through organized, practical mentorship grounded in real-world experience.
- 4.2 weighted GPA
- Relevant coursework: AP Calculus AB, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Seminar, AP Biology
- DECA VP of Online Events & Writtens; Top 10 in Roleplay at States, Top 20 in VBC Round
- Hedge fund intern
- RFP Customer Procurement Intern at BitCot (market research and strategic database development)
- Public speaker on AI, AI in education, AI safety, and AI agents
- Volunteer at an autism foundation, teaching kids entrepreneurial skills through BlissfulSeeds
- Monthly volunteer at a local community food bank
- Trilingual (English, Spanish, Telugu)
- Focused on financial literacy, quantitative confidence, leadership, and public speaking

Abhi Yachareni
Co-Founder + Finance & Academic Mentor
San Diego, CA
View LinkedInAbhi is a finance and economics-focused student with strong interests in business, AI, public policy, and academic mentorship. He helps students build confidence, discipline, financial thinking, and stronger problem-solving skills through organized, practical, and supportive mentorship.
- 4.3 GPA
- Relevant coursework: AP Environmental Science, AP Calculus AB, AP Biology, AP Macro and AP Micro
- Financial analysis & budgeting fundamentals
- AI-assisted software development workflows
- Technical project management experience
- Intern at Synk Today start-up
- DECA Competitor & Districts Winner
- Founder of a housing affordability platform
- Math Olympiad Top 10 in school
- Science Olympiad (Code Busters) participant
- Kumon Advanced Student Honor Roll (ASHR)
- RSM AMC8 participant
- Finance & economics expertise
- Confidence & discipline building focus

Ritvik Dubbaka
Business, Finance & Strategy Tutor
New Jersey
View LinkedInRitvik helps students build confidence in business, finance, strategy, and analytics by connecting classroom concepts to real-world decision making. His experience across operations, financial analysis, marketing analytics, AI workflows, and startup strategy allows him to explain advanced ideas in a clear, structured, and parent-friendly way.
- Rutgers Business School student focused on finance, strategy, analytics, and operations
- Relevant coursework: Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Marketing Analytics, Business Strategy, Operations Management
- Former AT&T Business Operations Intern
- AI Trainer at Outlier AI
- CoreMinds Content Strategist
- DECA State Finalist and competition winner
- Case Competition Participant
- Financial modeling, budgeting, market research, and investment analysis experience
- Skilled in Excel, Power BI, Google Analytics, Python, and business/data analytics
- Experience in business development, client outreach, CRM systems, and customer retention strategy
- Background in marketing analytics, consumer behavior, digital branding, and social media growth
- AI workflow automation and AI-assisted educational platform experience
- Startup operations, team leadership, and outreach campaign experience
- Community tutoring and mentorship experience
- Certified in Business Communication and Professional Development
- Focuses on business confidence, analytical thinking, communication, leadership, and real-world problem solving

Kieren Shea
English, Literature & Writing Mentor
San Diego, CA
View LinkedInKieren follows an English and literature-based pathway in high school and is an incredibly strong writer. He helps students understand not only how to format and write effectively, but also how to create connections between literature, texts, factual data, and the writing process. His teaching style supports K-8 students of all levels while giving specific feedback and a specialized understanding of each individual student.
- 4.6 GPA
- Relevant coursework: Honors English, AP Seminar, AP English Language, AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Environmental Science
- Strong focus on writing skills, work habit building, and idea development
- MUN competitor and winner of Best Delegation
- Top 15 setters in the country for volleyball
- Boys Team Charity media chair and participant with 100+ service hours
- Member of Geography Club, Finance Club, Investment Club, MUN, and Speech and Debate
- Strong AI prompt development and AI usage skills
- Avid reader and audiobook listener
- Author of 3 books
