Parents, We've been in your shoes

As parents, we've experienced the challenges of the U.S. college admissions process firsthand. It was overwhelming at first, but through years of learning and effort, we helped our kids succeed. We started Future Forward to give families like yours a head start in this journey.

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Science Research Mentors

Gopi

Gopi

Co-founder, Future Forward

B Tech IITM, ex-SVP Salesforce

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Advisory Areas:

AI & Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering

Gopi brings a deep understanding of innovation, strategic execution, and data-driven decision-making to help students reach their dream schools. His journey began with the intense preparation required to secure a spot at IIT, where discipline, resilience, and problem-solving under pressure were essential to success. Having also navigated the U.S. college admissions process and earned a master’s degree, he understands firsthand what it takes to compete at the highest levels. Now a leader in the technology industry with over forty approved patents in his name, and a renowned expert in Agentic AI systems, Gopi applies the same information rigor and strategic insight to guiding families through the admissions journey. His own son attends Stanford University and is an entrepreneur, further reinforcing his belief in the power of preparation, consistency, and hard work in achieving success in college and life.

Dr. Samir

Dr. Samir

Ex-AdComm, Princeton, Dartmouth, UNC Chapel Hill

PhD, Princeton University

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Advisory Areas:

Biostatistics, Data Science, Clinical Medicine, Public Health, Quantitative Methods

Dr. Samir Soneji has over 12 years of experience in college admissions. He has served on admissions committees at Princeton, Dartmouth, and UNC Chapel Hill, and interviewed applicants for Princeton. He helps students craft authentic, compelling applications to top universities and colleges.

He has authored over 80 peer-reviewed articles and op-eds and have published in The New York Times, The New England Journal of Medicine, and Health Affairs. He excels at translating complex analytic results into actionable recommendations.

Dr. Vikas

Dr. Vikas

AI & Robotics Expert & Startup Advisor

PhD, UC San Diego | BE, BITS Pilani

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Advisory Areas:

AI & Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering

Vikas brings over 15 years of experience at the cutting edge of data science and AI/ML, spanning both industry and academia. He has served as a professor and scientist at leading institutions including Cornell, Columbia, Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and Stanford, and has contributed to multiple early-stage diagnostic startups as well as Fortune 500 companies such as AbbVie, Roche, Qualcomm, and Nvidia.

He holds an MS and PhD in Computer Vision and Machine Learning from UC San Diego and a BE from BITS Pilani. He has authored 50+ publications, been awarded 15 patents, and his research has received over 1,000 academic citations. His accomplishments include the NSF SBIR Phase 1 Award, the BITS Young Achiever Award, and the EU Marie Curie Fellowship.

During the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Vikas led the development of rapid diagnostic AI algorithms deployed at mobile testing centers and airports worldwide—a testament to his ability to translate advanced research into real-world impact.

As a mentor, Vikas combines deep technical expertise with a passion for guiding students, helping them approach complex STEM challenges with creativity, rigor, and confidence.

Dr. Clark

Dr. Clark

Postdoctoral Researcher, MIT

PhD, University of Cambridge

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Advisory Areas:

Neuroscience, Psychiatry, Psychology, Statistics, Computational Modeling, Artificial Intelligence

Clark is a scientist and educator whose career spans empirical research, theoretical insights, teaching, mentoring, and interdisciplinary collaboration. He has conducted hands-on research in multiple laboratories at institutions including MIT, Cambridge, and NYU, using diverse experimental and analytic methods. Alongside his research, Clark has mentored students at various levels in the scientific method and advanced STEM techniques, contributed to science with high-impact research publications, presented in many media features, and excels at communicating science to the general public and lay audiences.

He has worked with large datasets across several interdisciplinary STEM domains, with a cardinal interest in identifying and utilizing the most appropriate methodologies and analysis techniques to provide robust scientific analysis and utilizable insights. Beyond empirical analysis, he has other interests in generating theoretical advancements in STEM to provide real-world impact.

Dr. Kathryn

Dr. Kathryn

PhD, Virginia Commonwealth University

BS, UC Davis

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Advisory Areas:

Microbiology, Immunology, Vaccines & Diagnostics, Experimental Design, Microscopy, Infectious Diseases

Dr. Kathryn Chambers is a microbiologist and immunologist with extensive experience in STEM research, mentorship, and education. Her PhD dissertation focused on the pathogenesis, vaccines, and diagnostics of Lyme disease.

A B.S. in Global Disease Biology and Public Health from UC Davis, Kathryn has authored peer-reviewed publications and presented her work at national scientific conferences.Alongside her research, Kathryn has been a dedicated STEM mentor for over eight years, mentoring students and helping them succeed in science fairs, advanced coursework, and competitive opportunities.

Dr. Josh

Dr. Josh

MD, WashU

Pre Med, Cornell University

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Advisory Areas:

Neuroscience, Medical imaging, and AI-driven healthcare innovations.

Dr. Josh brings a unique background that is rooted in his dual degrees in Chemistry & Chemical Biology from Cornell University. He has the unique his ability to translate complex medical and regulatory concepts into clear, impactful research projects for different students.

He’s authored peer-reviewed publications, including a first-author review on PET imaging in frontotemporal dementia. Presented research on AI-based diagnostic tools for Alzheimer’s and traumatic brain injury at national conferences.

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Admission Strategy Advisors

Vineet

Vineet

Co-founder, Future Forward

MBA IIMB, ex-VP Brex, ex-Microsoft

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Advisory Areas:

Business, Pre Law, Pre Med

College Specialization

Georgia Tech
Carnegie Mellon
UCLA
Purdue
Illinois
Washington
USC
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Vineet's passion for helping high school students find the career and college of their choice goes back three decades. As he entered high school, he wanted to pursue Design but based on a teacher's advice and his strengths in STEM he ended up doing Computer Science as a major in college. This question came up again as he pursued his MBA from IIM Bangalore -- should he become a banker or pursue a career in the technology world. Another timely advice from a mentor opened his eyes to the power of combining his CS and Marketing skills with his love for Design, and he decided to pursue Product Management as his long term career. When his own son was also faced with a similar decision and trying to decide his path -- Vineet took on the coach and mentor role to help him navigate the process. And when his son had landed sixteen offers from top engineering programs in the country, Vineet decided to channel his now passion for advising to the benefit of other families, in whose shoes his own had recently been.

Dr. Monica

Dr. Monica

Ex-Dean, Johns Hopkins, ex-AO Boston Univ, Babson College

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), University of Pennsylvania

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Advisory Areas:

Business, STEM, Arts & Sciences, Allied Health/Pre-Med

College Specialization

Penn
BU
W&M
UChicago
BU
UVA
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Dr. Monica Moody Moore is a deeply knowledgeable leader with over twenty years of experience in higher education, and specific experience in college admissions at different types of colleges (Ivy League, large state colleges, highly selective private, women's colleges, HBCUs, and faith-based colleges). Dr. Moore is equipped to support honors students, student-athletes, first-generation students, and international students.

Dr. Moore has held leadership roles in admissions and related functions at colleges such as: Johns Hopkins University (Arts & Sciences and Carey Business School), Babson College, University of Maryland, American University, Boston University, and Brandeis University. Moore has also served on advisory boards at colleges such as Bowie State, University of Pennsylvania, Graduate School of Education, and Salisbury University.

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Essay Advisors

Daniella Bonanno

Daniella Bonanno

Experience helping students: 20 years

MA English, UMass Boston

BA English, Trinity College-Hartford

College Board Certification - Lit & Comp

Daniella has always believed in the power of a good story. While earning her B.A. in English at Trinity College, she discovered how much she also loved guiding her peers through the writing process as an advisor in the college writing center. Completing her M.A. in English and education at the University of Massachusetts, she continued her work as a writing coach. Since then, Daniella has taught English in classrooms on both coasts of the U.S., in Turkey, and in Colombia, consistently guiding students from around the world, helping them to uncover their own stories and to shine, especially in the context of their college application essays. Some of the most rewarding moments of her career have been working one-on-one with students, helping them discover their own authentic voices, visions, and styles.

Allison Jackson

Allison Jackson

Experience helping students: 10 years

MFA Screenwriting, AFI

BA Creative Writing, Pepperdine Univ.

Admissions Reader, Pomona College

After earning her degree in Journalism and Nonprofit Management from Pepperdine University, Allison moved to Nanjing, China, where she spent two years working as a college consultant. During that time, she supported dozens of students and their families through the American university application process. She also led writing workshops focused on crafting impactful college essays that highlight each student's unique strengths. She then went on to receive her MFA in Screenwriting from the American Film Institute and write for network television shows. With experience working in admissions offices paired with her script writing background, Allison has gained valuable insight into what makes an application stand out and how to help students craft authentic and compelling stories.

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