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Bold Futures. Real Mentorship. Unapologetically AKR

I'm Anita Katyal Rane (AKR) —career detective, dream translator, and the person parents call when their teenager says "I don't know what I want to do" for the 47th time.

For over a decade, I’ve worked with students to uncover what drives them — and supported parents through the uncertainty that often comes with it. I bring clarity, compassion, and the kind of honest insight that helps people move forward with confidence.

Whether it’s earning a seat at Harvard, discovering a career that finally makes sense,

or simply finding the courage to say, “This feels right,”

I’m here to guide the journey. I don’t just help with college choices. I help with life choices.

 

Because it’s never just about the next step — it’s about the person taking it.

 

If that sounds like what you need, let’s talk.
 

Spoiler: It's never just about the college. It's about YOU.

AWARDS AND CERTIFICATION

1000+
Students Counseled
98%
Placed in Top Universities
$5M+
Scholarship Funding
100+
Seminars Conducted
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Anita Katyal Rane  - Website - Winner Award Badge  (1)
mea awards 2023

WHO I AM
(AND WHY THIS MATTERS)
I'm the Person Who Asks the Questions Nobody Else Does

Most people will ask your child: "What do you want to study?"
I ask: "What makes you lose track of time? What would you do even if nobody paid you?
What scares you—and what excites you about that fear?"

Because guidance isn't about ticking boxes or filling out forms. It's about understanding the whole person: their quirks, their silence, their dreams they're afraid to say out loud.

That’s why families say things like:

"You figured out my son in 30 minutes. We've been trying for 16 years."

"I feel like you've been living with us."

It's not magic. It's listening—really listening—combined with science-backed assessments, more than three decades of experience, and a belief that every person has something extraordinary inside them.

My job? Help them see it too.

WHAT I ACTUALLY DO

Forget the jargon. Here's what working with me really looks like:

For Students

You're not a GPA. You're not a resume. You're a whole person with interests, fears, and untapped potential. Whether you're aiming for the IVIES, choosing a major, or just trying to survive high school without losing yourself, I'm here to help you build a strategy and find your voice.

For Parents

You want the best for your child. But "best" gets confusing when everyone's shouting advice. I help you cut through the noise, understand your child's unique strengths, and support them without the stress (or the tears—on both sides).

For Professionals

Feeling stuck? Leading a team that's lost its spark? I design workshops and training programs that don't feel like work—they feel like breakthroughs. Leadership, communication, team dynamics—I tackle the real stuff, not the corporate buzzwords.

PROGRAMS BUILT FOR LIFE

I don’t do cookie-cutter. Every program I offer is designed to meet real people where they are — with tools that actually make a difference.

Proventus Education

Curated by me - your trusted partner for career counseling and admissions - helping families find clarity and embark on bold new journeys.

Career Assesment

Not the "take this quiz" kind. The kind where I dig deep, use science, and give you insights that actually change how you see yourself.

IVY League Admissions

Strategy meets storytelling. I don't just build your profile — I help you own your narrative.

Skill Building Workshops
Skill-Building Workshops

Confidence. Communication. Leadership. Creativity. I teach you the skills, you didn't know about, but you'll need everywhere.

Summer Camp

Not babysitting. Not boring. I help you identify programs with real experiences that shape how young people see the world (and themselves).

Corporate Training

People-first. Practical. Transformative. Corporate training that sticks—because your team will actually remember this one, and use it to

level up.

WHY PEOPLE KEEP COMING BACK

Because I Don't Just Hand You a Plan—I Walk With You

I'm a career coach, an award-winning educator, and yes, the founder of
Proventus Education.

But honestly? The awards and certifications matter less than this:
 
I remember your kid's name. I remember what made them light up in our last conversation. I remember the goal they whispered when their parents weren't listening.
 
And I'll hold space for all of it—the doubt, the dreams, the detours.
Because growth isn't linear. And neither is my support.

"She doesn't just guide—she gets it. And that changes everything."
— Parent of an IVY admit (and now a lifelong friend)

LET'S START YOUR NEXT CHAPTER

Ready to Stop Guessing and Start Knowing?

Whether you're a student who feels misunderstood, a parent who's overwhelmed, or a leader who wants to inspire real change—I'm here for the honest, meaningful conversations that actually move the needle.
 
No sales pitch. No pressure.
Just clarity, direction, and maybe a few laughs along the way.

P.S. Still not sure?
That's okay. Feel free to poke around, read some stories, or just send me a question.

Our Students Have Been Accepted To:

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