About
Padmaja
Thommandra
Padmaja holds an MBA in Human Resources and Finance from Bangalore University. Began her career as an HR executive at DQ Entertainment. Resided in California for a fulfilling 15 years. This period was marked by a diverse range of professional and creative pursuits. Passion for the culinary arts led her to launching a food blog. Taught art and craft in public schools and worked as an administrative assistant in managing the school kitchen.These roles underscore her ability to manage diverse responsibilities effectively. She has organized craft fairs and initiated art classes for primary and middle school students, fostering artistic expression and community engagement. As she observed several friends’ children transitioning to college life, she was introduced to the complexities of US college admissions.
Upon returning to India, when contemplating college education journey for her own daughter she was dismayed to find a lack of high-quality resources for parents and students navigating the intricate landscape of US college admissions.
Determined to address this gap and committed to improving the state of college admissions guidance in India, she has collaborated with a professional in the US, a seasoned academic expert with over 30 years of experience in US college admissions.
ivyadvisors.in is an academic advisory team with a mission to provide comprehensive support and guidance to students and parents aspiring for higher education in the United States.