Think Blue Box Consulting:
Your Gateway to Premier International Education Success
Think Blue Box Consulting is an online premium international admissions consulting organization that delivers customized education consulting services to help ambitious students realize their aspirations for studying abroad.
ThinkBlueBox.com is a pioneering Online International Education Boutique established by Aarti Kukreja in January 2016. As India’s first Online International Admissions; Early Advising Company, it serves students aiming for top global universities, with a robust presence in India and internationally.
About Aarti Kukreja
With over 16 years of experience in International Education, Aarti Kukreja is a distinguished International Education Specialist. Her expertise covers International Early Advising Services and admissions consulting for Undergraduate, Master’s, MBA, Executive MBA, and PhD programs at leading institutions worldwide.
Premium and Personalized Admissions Consulting:
Think Blue Box Consulting offers Premium International Admissions Consulting, emphasizing quality and customization. To maintain a high-touch, personalized approach, Aarti works with only 40 clients per application cycle, ensuring meticulous attention to each client’s journey.
Aarti has helped students with our unique end-to-end Admissions Consulting process to recieve Scholarships and Admissions to prestigious institutions like Stanford, Harvard, Wharton, Chicago Booth, Kellogg, MIT, Michigan Ross, UCLA, NYU, INSEAD, LBS, HEC Paris, Cambridge, Oxford, LSE, and NUS amongst other. She is an Ivy League Admissions Expert who helps students receive Scholarships & Admits at the Top 50 Universities and Business Schools globally.
Vision and Mission:
● Vision: “Do what you love and love what you do.”
● Mission: International Education goes beyond the classroom—it transforms lives
and opens doors to unparalleled opportunities.
Malini Hariharan, NYU MBA Alumni
Malini Hariharan, an accomplished NYU MBA Alumni, brings over 10 years of diverse experience in the music industry across India and abroad. With a master's in Music Business from NYU, Malini returned to India to immerse herself in the vibrant Indian Music Industry, excelling in Festival Curation, Music Publishing, and Project Management for Tribal Music Projects and Tours.
As the founder of Culturegrind, a boutique agency promoting Contemporary Music and Art from the Indian Subcontinent, Malini champions creativity and innovation. She also consults on music and cultural projects, helping organizations achieve their vision.
In her leisure time, Malini enjoys reading, traveling, and practicing yoga.
Saumya Garg, IIT Bombay MBA Full-Time Program, Duke (Fuqua) Masters in Management & Harvard EXEC in Business Administration & Management
Saumya Garg is a graduate of the School of Management, IIT Bombay MBA Full-Time Program.
Saumya Garg, an accomplished alumnus of the IIT Bombay MBA Full-Time Program, Duke University’s (Fuqua) Masters in Management, and Harvard Executive Program in Business Administration, has built a remarkable career in supply chain analytics and leadership.
Saumya’s journey began with his selection for the Summer Internship Program at Colgate, leading to a Pre-Placement Offer (PPO) for their Leadership Program. Over three years at Colgate, he achieved three promotions and earned two global recognitions, becoming the youngest member of the Manufacturing/Engineering Leadership Team. Currently, Saumya serves as the Regional Supply Analytics Manager at Reckitt Benckiser, overseeing operations across Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia.
Saumya’s academic accomplishments include admissions to prestigious MBA programs such as Cambridge (Judge), HEC Paris, and Hull, alongside his alma mater IIT Bombay. He has also successfully helped his peers and clients gain admission to top universities, including NYU, UCLA, Rotman, Fuqua, Cornell, HEC Paris, and AGSM (UNSW).
When not advancing in his professional career, Saumya is deeply passionate about mentoring MBA aspirants, leveraging his experience to guide them through the complexities of their applications. He is also an avid traveler, seeking to explore every corner of the globe.
Ian Commando, Duke MBA Alumni
Ian has over 15 years of management experience with a focus on developing marketing in East and Southeast Asia.
Ian Commando: Duke MBA Alumni & Global Marketing Expert
Ian Commando, a seasoned Duke MBA Alumni from the Fuqua School of Business, boasts over 15 years of management experience, specializing in Marketing Development in East and Southeast Asia. Fluent in four languages, Ian has worked across Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Manila, and Ho Chi Minh, holding roles with Fortune 500 companies and pursuing entrepreneurial ventures in manufacturing and food and beverages.
Ian has also served as the Director of Admissions and Recruitment at a Top 50 Business School, consulting thousands of applicants on MBA applications, including program selection, career goals, and comprehensive application strategies.
Arjun Kiswani, HEC Paris MBA Alumni
Arjun Kiswani is a graduate of the HEC MBA Full-Time Program, winning multiple awards including a Merit Based Scholarship, a position in the Dean's List and the coveted Leadership Award. He has previously coached students for the CAT and GMAT entrance exams, himself achieving a 99.9 percentile score in the CAT.
Arjun is well-versed with the International B-school application process, conducting official admissions interviews for HEC MBA applicants. Arjun has helped dozens in their B-School applications, specialising in essay evaluations and career motivation stories.
Arjun is based in London where he is also considering setting up a pâtisserie with his chef wife.