Born in India, Ankita grew up in a family of over six generations serving the country in the military, air force & navy as bureaucrats and doctors. Her family background made her travel extensively and provided her with a platform to interact with people from diverse cultures.
A valedictorian in High School and College, Ankita graduated with a Bachelor’s in Economics & Political Science from Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University, one of the top prestigious colleges in India. Ankita’s passion for business education motivated her to pursue a Master’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing. In 2005, Ankita came to the United States to fulfill her academic aspirations. During her time at Cal State, Ankita while pursuing her Master’s degree continued to give back to the community and worked as a teacher for autistic children with developmental disabilities.