In 2009, I had my first encounter with the devastating consequences of unchecked education agents. A group of students from Hyderabad, India, arrived in Minneapolis, MN, with dreams of earning…
What do Hamdi Ulukaya, Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella, Mike Krieger, Noubar Afeyan, Sergey Brin, and Girish Ballolla have in common? They all came to the U.S. as students, armed with…
India is poised for something extraordinary. Its population of 1.4+ billion, half of whom are under the age of 30, offers an unparalleled advantage in a world where developed economies…
There are days when everything feels surreal, like life has taken on this dreamlike quality that’s both exhilarating and disorienting. Traveling around India, especially in Bangalore, amplifies that feeling. The…
Welcome to the first edition of My Next Thought—this weekly newsletter is a space to cut through the noise, explore emerging trends, and provide actionable insights for international education professionals.…
A Year of Impact and Innovation As I reflect on 2024, I’m struck not only by the meaningful milestones we’ve achieved this year but also by the incredible journey we’ve…
Written by Sraavani Pere
Manager, College Counseling & Student Success – Gen Next Education
This year, Gen Next Education introduced a revolutionary AI-powered career guidance platform—College Genie. Even before its public launch,…
Written by Girish C. Ballolla
Founder & CEO – Gen Next Education
Behind every enrollment statistic lies a human story—one of dreams pursued and obstacles faced, of courage and vulnerability. These are…
Written by Girish C. Ballolla
Founder & CEO – Gen Next Education
The IIE’s 2024 Open Doors report is out, and the headlines are predictable: record-breaking numbers of international students, India overtaking…
Written by Girish C. Ballolla
Founder & CEO – Gen Next Education
As college admissions season heats up, it’s hard to ignore the ever-present buzz around Ivy League schools and the promises…
Written by Girish C. Ballolla
Founder & CEO – Gen Next Education
I recently watched a speech by a young Steve Jobs where he spoke about how Japanese companies have mastered the…
Celebrating Leadership: Girish Ballolla Recognized as One of The PIE’s 50 Voices of 2024 North America At Gen Next Education, we believe in the power of leadership, collaboration, and innovation…