Anu Agarwal
Promoting excellence and age appropriate development in children has been Anu’s passion in life. Anu has been an IT professional for the last 15 years and despite her extensive busy schedule she had always found time to work with the kids. She has been working with children of all ages in the field of art and academics keeping activities fun and entertaining. Anu has been engaged in developing curriculum and teaching methods for students of all ages in Indian schools and colleges. She has been a guest lecturer in leading schools and business colleges. Her extensive management experience has given her an opportunity to be a consultant for Indian schools in Delhi and NCR region. Anu has been in management positions in Big 5 IT consulting companies and has lived in over 8 countries in Asia, Europe and America. Her travel and experience in other countries has made it even more important for her to share her passion for her native land and beauty of its culture with young kids so that they can harmoniously grow in today’s world. She believes that in today’s diverse culture every child should be able to acknowledge his/her ancestral roots and at the same time offer competitive edge. She believes that only a global citizen can be truly successful in today’s changing environment. She also loves to paint and is an ardent Basket Ball player.
Shuchi Agarwal
Being a mom of 2 active girls, Shuchi's day is spent surrounded by kids of all ages. She has a working experience of 15+ years spanning industries like automotive, travel, education and IT. Shuchi founded her own company engaged in delivering quality Management education and designing customized learning solutions for university and college students in India. She traveled between India and Hongkong, promoting her business, before settling down at home in San Jose to raise her newborn. Having gone through the struggle of teaching her own children, she is passionate about designing ways to make learning fun and exciting. She has high enthusiasm for extra curricular activities and an active lifestyle. She likes to write short stories and has fostered the love of reading in her children, friends and family. She is also a basketball player and a self taught choreographer who loves to dance!
Mrs. Nilu Gupta (Advisor)
- Hindi language Professor DeAnza College, Cupertino, California, Sanskrit language teaching instructor, Founding Member of ‘UPMA’ for preserving culture and heritage of Bharat, Founding Member of ‘Vishv Hindi Jyoti' for promoting Hindi language, Well traveled all around the world including Europe, Americas, Japan and other parts of Asia, actively participates and volunteers in several of Bay Area local and not-for-profit organizations, Member of World Hindi Foundation a.k.a. Vishv Hindi Nyaas, Organizes many local events including 'World Hindi Day' in association with Consulate General of India, Published several Hindi Language learning books, including, Saral Hindi Pustak, Saral Hindi Bhasha Pahla Bhag, Saral Hindi Bhasha Doosara Bhag, Saral Hindi Bhasha Sulekh, Saral Hindi Bhasha Vyakaran, Saral Hindi Shiksha Bharati, Published poetry book ‘Jivan Phoolon Ki Daali’, Awarded as ‘Hindi Gaurav’ by ‘Antar Rashtreey Hindi Samiti’.
Mrs. Savitri Varshney (Advisor)
Mrs. Varshney is a born leader and an inspired individual dedicated to social service and humanitarian causes.
- Mrs. Varshney is serving the nation through her work in Bharat Vikas Parishad, a national non-profit organization dedicated to the development and growth of India in cultural, social, academic and spiritual fields. She is the president of Bharat Vikas Parishad Brij Prant and zonal chairperson for zone no. 5. She is the national chairperson of Bharat Vikas Parishad Mahila Saha Bhagita.
- Mrs. Varshney has served the local community by being active in Lions Club International. She has spearheaded numerous social service projects including adopting schools, orphanages, widow homes, and eye camps. She has held numerous state level posts including Zone Chairperson and Regional Chairperson. She is a Melvin Jones Fellow.
- Mrs. Varshney is well known as a humanitarian and philanthropist through her work in several non profit groups and social service organizations. She is the secretary of Nehru Nursing Home and Devatraya Hospital, U.P. She is the National VP of Akhil Bhartiya Viklang Chetna Parishad. She is the custodian of several non-profit organizations including Bhartiya Nari Shakti Samiti, Manav Upkar Sangathan, Sanskar Bharati Samiti Kala Sadhika Samiti.
- Mrs. Varshney has been the Mayor of Municipal Council of Aligarh, 2000-2005. She was also the president - U.P Mayors Council during her entire mayorship term. She also served as an executive member of All India Mayors Council.
- She has presented her papers and reports on socio-economic causes in India and abroad. Her social work interest has made her travel well around the world including Indian subcontinent, Americas, Europe, and Southeast Asia.
- Mrs. Varshney is a lifelong member of many education institutes and service groups including: Ahinsa Foundation, People For Animals, Mahila Kalyan Samiti, Shri Varshney Mahavidyalaya, Aligarh, Shri Hiralal Barahsaini Inter College Aligarh, Agrasain Inter College, Harduaganj, Stri Arya Sama, Civil Lines, Aligarh, Vyasvi Sahayog Mandal.
Nitin Varshney
Board Member RootsForKids
Founder NV Business Intelligence Services
Nitin is a senior IT consulting & product executive with a deep technology bend and global operations background. He has a visionary entrepreneurial spirit and a track record in developing and executing business intelligence strategies for large corporations. Nitin has diverse international experience with Fortune 1000 companies across multiple industries. Nitin is a philanthropist and a volunteer for various community services. Nitin operates a registered private trust that sponsors school fees for about 100 underprivileged students every year in an effort to improve girl child education in India. Nitin is a council member for SV Degree College in India. Over the years Nitin has played active roles in several nonprofit organizations not limited to Asha For Education, Vidya and Child, and Foundation For Excellence, Manav Upkar Association, Ganga Seva Samiti, and Akrurdham Temple. Nitin believes the world is a true melting pot and to develop better citizens of tomorrow it is critical for cultures to happily coexist today. While Nitin take pride in American values, he continues to foster his cultural roots. Nitin takes lead roles in culture promoting organizations including Bharat Vikas Parishad, U.P. Mandal of America, and Vishvya Hindi Jyoti in California. Nitin’s entrepreneurial spirit and his love for community led him to lay the foundation for RootsForKids Institution focusing on an innovative and unique structure for imparting academic, cultural and enrichment programs for kids. Nitin’s background provides the board with the broad expertise in business operations, asset management, financial planning and partnerships.
Board Member RootsForKids
Founder NV Business Intelligence Services
Nitin is a senior IT consulting & product executive with a deep technology bend and global operations background. He has a visionary entrepreneurial spirit and a track record in developing and executing business intelligence strategies for large corporations. Nitin has diverse international experience with Fortune 1000 companies across multiple industries. Nitin is a philanthropist and a volunteer for various community services. Nitin operates a registered private trust that sponsors school fees for about 100 underprivileged students every year in an effort to improve girl child education in India. Nitin is a council member for SV Degree College in India. Over the years Nitin has played active roles in several nonprofit organizations not limited to Asha For Education, Vidya and Child, and Foundation For Excellence, Manav Upkar Association, Ganga Seva Samiti, and Akrurdham Temple. Nitin believes the world is a true melting pot and to develop better citizens of tomorrow it is critical for cultures to happily coexist today. While Nitin take pride in American values, he continues to foster his cultural roots. Nitin takes lead roles in culture promoting organizations including Bharat Vikas Parishad, U.P. Mandal of America, and Vishvya Hindi Jyoti in California. Nitin’s entrepreneurial spirit and his love for community led him to lay the foundation for RootsForKids Institution focusing on an innovative and unique structure for imparting academic, cultural and enrichment programs for kids. Nitin’s background provides the board with the broad expertise in business operations, asset management, financial planning and partnerships.