Meet Our Team

Mona K.

Mona Kuribayashi

Co-Founder

Hello everyone, my name is Mona. Allow me to share a bit about my journey that shaped me into who I am today. After moving to Germany from Japan in the 4th grade, I faced the overwhelming challenges of adjusting to a new culture, making new friends, and learning new languages. The ISR community helped me find my place and discover my true self, inspiring me to tutor students facing similar situations after graduating from ISR in 2021. I am currently studying piano performance. Both as a pianist and a tutor, I strive to foster meaningful human connections that allow us to share valuable insights, which I believe are essential for self-development.

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Ilja Gendler

Co-Founder

Hello! I am an ISR grad of 2021, currently diving deep into the world of Computer Science and Business at TUM. My goal has always been to step beyond my comfort zone and tackle complex real-world problems. I am doing that in my career journey as a strategy consultant. Alongside my professional and academic pursuits, I have found a passion for helping students reach their full potential. In essence, I am a dedicated learner, an aspiring strategist, and a passionate mentor, committed to my own growth and to fostering the growth of others.

Rishima M.

Rishima Menon

LIS Collaborator

Hello everyone, I completed my schooling from Leipzig International School, where I developed a strong academic foundation and honed my leadership skills. Following this, I pursued an undergraduate degree in International Business from the University of Leeds, which provided me with a global perspective on business practices and marketing strategies. During my time in grade 12, I had the opportunity to tutor fellow students, an experience that was incredibly gratifying and solidified my commitment to helping others succeed. Since I moved around quite a lot, I realised that I am a people person and thrive in roles that allow me to connect, communicate, and collaborate with others, which is what GradTutor has also helped with.

Minh D.

Minh Do

MSF Collaborator

Hi everyone, my name is Minh and I’m from Vietnam. After graduating at MSF and completing the IB program in 2023, I am now studying Business Administration at Frankfurt School of Finance and Management. Moving to a new country at the age of 18, it took me quite a while to adjust to a new life. Thanks to the MSF community, I was able to overcome the difficulties and become a better version of myself today. Therefore, I would like to use my experience as an international student to assist those who are in the same shoes as me. As part of several community projects before, I believe that my personality and skills can fit well with everyone and I’m looking forward to see what I can bring to GradTutor.

Mona Kuribayashi

Co-Founder
Hello everyone, my name is Mona. Allow me to share a bit about my journey that shaped me into who I am today. After moving to Germany from Japan in the 4th grade, I faced the overwhelming challenges of adjusting to a new culture, making new friends, and learning new languages. The ISR community helped me find my place and discover my true self, inspiring me to tutor students facing similar situations after graduating from ISR in 2021. I am currently studying piano performance. Both as a pianist and a tutor, I strive to foster meaningful human connections that allow us to share valuable insights, which I believe are essential for self-development.
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Ilja Gendler

Co-Founder
Hello! I am an ISR grad of 2021, currently diving deep into the world of Computer Science and Business at TUM. My goal has always been to step beyond my comfort zone and tackle complex real-world problems. I am doing that in my career journey as a strategy consultant. Alongside my professional and academic pursuits, I have found a passion for helping students reach their full potential. In essence, I am a dedicated learner, an aspiring strategist, and a passionate mentor, committed to my own growth and to fostering the growth of others.
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Rishima Menon

LIS Collaborator
Hello everyone, I completed my schooling from Leipzig International School, where I developed a strong academic foundation and honed my leadership skills. Following this, I pursued an undergraduate degree in International Business from the University of Leeds. During my time in grade 12, I had the opportunity to tutor fellow students, an experience that was incredibly gratifying and solidified my commitment to helping others succeed. Since I moved around quite a lot, I realised that I am a people person and thrive in roles that allow me to connect, communicate, and collaborate with others, which is what GradTutor has also helped with.
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Minh Do

MSF Collaborator
Hi everyone, my name is Minh and I’m from Vietnam. After graduating at MSF and completing the IB program in 2023, I am now studying Business Administration at Frankfurt School of Finance and Management. Moving to a new country at the age of 18, it took me quite a while to adjust to a new life. Thanks to the MSF community, I was able to overcome the difficulties and become a better version of myself today. Therefore, I would like to use my experience as an international student to assist those who are in the same shoes as me.
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What if graduates could pool their collective knowledge, experience, and skills, and provide guidance for current and future students? At GradTutor, this becomes a reality. We believe in the power of community and sharing knowledge to help pave the way for success.

Are you interested in working with us?

Join GradTutor and transform the educational landscape at your former highschool! As an alumni of an international school, your unique experiences and insights can empower the next generation of students. Collaborate with us to inspire and guide learners worldwide, making a lasting impact on their academic journeys.

Our Timeline

Summer 2021
Graduation
Mona and Ilja graduate from International School on the Rhine (ISR).
Summer 2021
Autumn 2021
Tutoring Begins
While studying at university, Mona and Ilja begin tutoring ISR students.
Autumn 2021
Spring 2022
Concept Development
Mona and Ilja understand how much alumni can offer current students. There's much to learn from someone who has recently graduated and has just experienced what current students are going through now.
Spring 2022
Summer 2022
Founding GradTutor
GradTutor is officially founded, with the mission to make educational support led by alumni accessible to all international school students.
Summer 2022
Winter 2022
First Partnership
GradTutor forms its first partnership with ISR.
Winter 2022
Since 2022
Community Growth
The GradTutor community continues to expand, building on its successes and accomplishments.
Since 2022