
Prakhar Gupta
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About me
B.S in Business & Finance @ Georgia Tech I Author: Debate Declassified & Cage the Devil I Founder: International Accord & Stories by PG I Ranked 3rd in Speech & Debate in Georgia
Education

Georgia Institute of Technology
2024 - 2027Bachelor of Science in Business Business Administration and Management, GeneralScheller College of Business, B.S. in Business + Minor in Law, Science, & TechnologyActivities & Societies:180 degrees Consulting (2024 - Present)Speech & Debate (2024 - Present)StartUp Exchange (2024 - Present)Model United Nations (2024 - Present)Finance Society (2024 - Present)Marketing Association (2024 - Present)Honorary Accounting Association (2024 - Present)

HarvardX
2021 - 2022Pre-Law Studies & Computer Science- Earned my certification of "CS50's Computer Science for Lawyers" in order to gain basic knowledge of multiple fields of law such as patent law and how other majors can fit into the career field since my high school does not offer a specific career path for pre-law studies.- Earned my certification of "CS50's Introduction to Computer Science" in order to gain basic knowledge of computer science apart from AP Computer Science classes that are available in high school.

Georgia State University
2023 - 2024Dual Enrollement- Macroeconomics- Microeconomics - American Government & Politics- English Literature

South Forsyth High School
2020 - 2024High School Diploma Non-Profit/Public/Organizational ManagementGPA: 4.44 WActivities and Societies:Artificial Intelligence Club - Co-Founder & Vice President of Communications (2023 - 2024)Public Speaking Club - Founder & Co-President (2022 - 2024)Speech & Debate - Vice President & Former Social Media Manager (2020 - 2024)School Representative - Ambassador (2022 - 2023)DECA - Competitor (2019 - 2024) & Project Creator (2022 - 2023)National BETA Honor Society - Member (2021 - 2024) & Former Director of Communications (2022 -… Show more GPA: 4.44 WActivities and Societies:Artificial Intelligence Club - Co-Founder & Vice President of Communications (2023 - 2024)Public Speaking Club - Founder & Co-President (2022 - 2024)Speech & Debate - Vice President & Former Social Media Manager (2020 - 2024)School Representative - Ambassador (2022 - 2023)DECA - Competitor (2019 - 2024) & Project Creator (2022 - 2023)National BETA Honor Society - Member (2021 - 2024) & Former Director of Communications (2022 - 2023)National Honor Society - Member (2022 - 2024)Rho Kappa Honor Society - Member (2023 - 2024)Mock Trial - Member (2021 - 2023)Birdcage (School Store) - Worker (2022 - 2023) Show less

South Forsyth High School
2022 - 2024Capstone Diploma AP Seminar & AP ResearchActivities and Societies: AP Capstone - The AP Capstone Diploma program has only been offered to 61 juniors in a class of 600+ students that can get a College level diploma for AP Seminar and AP Research in high school.- I have finished the first level class known as AP Seminar and have learned countless research-level skills that have helped me with a research paper and other publications.- I am now going to be enrolled in the second-level class known as AP Research.
Experience

Stories by Prakhar Gupta
May 2014 - nowFounding Editor- Founded a fictional story blog in 4th grade, where I wrote and published original stories, fostering early creative writing skills and building a dedicated readership over time.- Continued to expand the blog's content in college, refining storytelling techniques, exploring new genres, and engaging a diverse audience by sharing imaginative, thought-provoking narratives.

National Speech & Debate Association
Aug 2017 - Aug 2024Varsity Public Forum Debater- Competed in over 25 tournaments across various categories since freshman year (2020), showcasing versatility and dedication to excelling in Public Forum debate.- Championed 2 National/International tournaments and consistently ranked among the top, with top 16 placements—or higher—at 10+ tournaments nationwide, earning recognition as one of the top 75 debaters internationally out of 20,000+ competitors.

The Brewer Foundation
Aug 2020 - Aug 2023International Debater - International Public Policy Forum- Served as an International Director for the International Public Forum, competing for three years and achieving top placements, including the Elite 8 in the 2020-2021 school year and the Sweet 16 in the 2021-2022 school year, showcasing exceptional debate and research skills.- Gained valuable experience as one of three speakers representing my team in the Elite 8, enhancing my ability to write precise research papers and adapt to new debate formats, contributing to my overall development as a debater and communicator. Show less

IBA-IvyBridgeAcademy
Mar 2021 - Aug 2024Assistant Public Forum Debate Coach & Mathematics Teaching Assistant- Coached high school students in Public Forum debate, guiding them in developing structured arguments, refining speaking skills, and preparing strategic cases to excel in competitions.- Provided mathematics tutoring in subjects like Algebra, Pre-calculus, and Calculus, tailoring instruction to individual learning styles to boost students' confidence and improve their problem-solving abilities.

Bhavya Chaudhary & Associates
May 2022 - Aug 2022Immigration Law Firm Intern- Interned at the Bhavya Chaudhary and Associates Law firm, providing support to attorneys by conducting research and filing motions, contributing to the successful management of ongoing cases and lawsuits.- Organized and managed extensive case files, ensuring that all documents were up-to-date and accessible, while also responding to client inquiries and providing clear information to enhance client satisfaction and communication.

The California State University
Jun 2022 - Jan 2023Theoretical & Discrete Mathematics Research Intern - Dr. Thinh Kieu- This research paper is devoted to the a priori error estimates of the fully discrete Crank-Nicolson approximation for the Darcy flows. Optimal order error estimates in two different norms are established for the lowest order. Numerical experiments confirm the theoretical analysis regarding convergence rates.- The research paper was concluded in conjunction with The University of North Georgia and the California State University with Dr. Thinh Kieu.

SAILea
Aug 2022 - Dec 2024International Director of Special Events- Spearheaded the planning and execution of international events for SAILea, with professionals from the University of North Carolina, Google, and NASA, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to create AI learning resources to promote AI literacy, foster innovation, and support the organization's global outreach goals.- Donated grants to low-income high schools associated with the organization since SAILea encompassed 5+ countries along with an active student network of 600+ with reachability to 100,000+ students through the student network consisting of over 3,000 high schools. Show less

Forsyth County Government
Sept 2022 - May 2024Poll Worker- Served as a poll worker, an opportunity only given to 10 students in the county, for county government elections, assisting with voter check-ins, ballot distribution, and ensuring compliance with election procedures to maintain a fair and efficient voting process.- Provided support to voters by answering questions and guiding them through the voting process, fostering a welcoming and accessible environment for all community members participating in the election.

International Accord
May 2023 - nowFounding Editor- Established and curated the International Accords blog, focusing on global issues, international relations, and policy analysis, providing a platform for college students to share informed perspectives on world affairs reaching over 500 people in the first 6 months of the first publication.- Led a team of writers in producing high-quality content, setting editorial standards, and overseeing the publication process to ensure insightful, well-researched articles that engage and inform a global audience. Show less

Econ Simple
Jul 2023 - nowIndependent Contractor- Contributed by writing articles, adding to the 750+ followers, 50+ articles written, and over 15,000 article views, that break down complex economic concepts into accessible insights, helping readers better understand topics like inflation, market trends, and fiscal policy.- Conducted research on current economic events, integrating real-world examples to provide readers with relevant and practical analyses that encourage informed decision-making and economic literacy.

Debate4All
Aug 2023 - Mar 2024International Director of Content Development- Appointed as the Director of Content Development for Debate4All, a non-profit organization that has been providing Speech & Debate resources and after-school programs to schools and students across the country for the past two years.- Developed engaging graphics, flyers, Instagram posts, and logos to enhance the organization's outreach and visibility, leveraging support from the Public Debate Program, which extends Debate4All's impact to over 31 countries worldwide.

Library of Congress
Aug 2023 - Mar 2024Transcriptionist- Served as a transcriber for the Library of Congress's "By the People" initiative, converting decades and centuries-old documents into digital format to enhance their accessibility and visibility on the internet for a global audience.- Improved the searchability and readability of historical documents, making critical resources available to researchers and the public who previously had to visit the Library of Congress in person, thereby transforming how these records can be accessed and utilized. Show less

Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition
Sept 2023 - Apr 2024International Student Executive Committee Member- Selected as a member of the prestigious Student Executive Committee for the Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneurship Competition, one of the largest virtual entrepreneurship competitions globally, collaborating with a team to promote participation among high school students and educators.- Worked to raise awareness of the competition, which engaged over 5,000 participants from 1,700+ schools across 140 countries during the 2022-2023 cycle, inspiring a diverse range of young entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative ideas. Show less

Forage
Nov 2023 - Mar 2024Latham & Watkins Law Firm Program Participant- Participated in the Latham & Watkins LLP Virtual Experience program, gaining insights into Mergers & Acquisitions and corporate law through hands-on tasks designed for first through third-year associates, enhancing my understanding of legal practices and procedures.- Collaborated with Associates and Senior Associates to develop decision-making skills and knowledge of corporate documents, preparing for a future career in law and gaining valuable real-world experience in the legal field.

180 Degrees Consulting
Aug 2024 - now- Conduct in-depth research and analysis to develop strategic solutions for the Pro Bono Partnership of Atlanta (PBPA), enhancing their operational and financial efficiency.- Collaborate with a diverse team to deliver data-driven recommendations, ensuring measurable improvements in client outcomes. - Conducted targeted outreach to potential clients, identifying and engaging with organizations that align with 180 Degrees Consulting's mission to provide impactful consulting services to socially conscious businesses and nonprofits.- Collaborated with team members to develop tailored pitches and presentations, highlighting the consulting club's expertise in areas like market analysis, operational efficiency, and social impact strategy to attract new clients and strengthen partnerships.
Junior Consultant
Jan 2025 - nowClient Aquisition Team
Aug 2024 - Feb 2025

Model United Nations
Aug 2024 - nowDelegate & Committee Member- Led as a delegate in competitions, guiding and mentoring fellow delegates in researching global issues, developing diplomatic strategies, and effectively representing their assigned countries during conferences.- Actively contributed as a committee member & club member, collaborating with peers to draft resolutions, negotiate alliances, and engage in high-level discussions on international policies, enhancing skills in negotiation and global affairs.
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Cross Examination Debate Association (CEDA)
Aug 2024 - now- Lead and coordinate the Georgia Tech Policy Debate Team, strategizing case construction, research, and competitive preparation for CEDA tournaments.- Foster a collaborative environment by mentoring team members, enhancing their debate techniques, research skills, and argumentation strategies. - Engaged in in-depth research and analysis on current policy issues, developing evidence-based arguments and counterarguments to enhance debate performance and deepen understanding of complex topics.- Collaborated with team members to refine debate strategies, improve presentation skills, and adapt to diverse debate formats, fostering critical thinking and effective communication under pressure.
Head of Georgia Tech Policy Team
Jan 2025 - nowPolicy Researcher & Debater
Aug 2024 - Jan 2025

Georgia Tech VIP Program
Jan 2025 - nowUndergraduate Research Assistant- Develop and refine immersive simulations using Unreal Engine, contributing to cutting-edge research in virtual environments and interactive technologies.- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance real-time rendering, physics simulations, and user experience design.
Licenses & Certifications
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Understanding Capital Markets
LinkedInDec 2024 - View certificate

Excel Essential Training (Microsoft 365)
MicrosoftDec 2024 - View certificate

Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects
CourseraOct 2024 - View certificate

Global Finance and Accounting
Brigham Young University Marriott School of BusinessDec 2024 - View certificate

Standard Marketing - Level 4 3CR
MBA Research & Curriculum CenterApr 2023 
Forsyth County Poll Worker Certificate
Forsyth County GovernmentNov 2022
CS50's Introduction to Computer Science
Harvard OnlineDec 2022- View certificate

Project Management Foundations
MicrosoftDec 2024 - View certificate

AI in Business Essential Training
LinkedInJan 2025 
CS50's Computer Science for Lawyers
Harvard OnlineDec 2022
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaGeorgia Institute of Technology Dean's List Georgia Institute of Technology Feb 2025 - Listed on the Dean's List for the Fall 2024 semester at the Georgia Institute of Technology.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta8th Place, FR Shirley & ADA Champs at Wake Forest University Cross Examination Debate Association Nov 2024 Placed as the 8th team, after going 4-2 during pre-elimination rounds and BYE'ing through the first elimination round, in Collegiate Policy Debate.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta5th Place, Georgia DECA Georgia DECA Feb 2024 Awarded 5th place in my respective event, with 50+ schools, in the Georgia DECA state career development conference.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta75th Ranked Debater in the World National Speech & Debate Association Oct 2023 Ranked 75th out of 10,000+ teams across the world in Public Forum Debate.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta3rd Ranked Debater in Georgia National Speech & Debate Association Sep 2023 Ranked 3rd out of over 400 teams across the state of Georgia in Public Forum Debate.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaTop 10 Debaters in all Formats in Georgia National Speech & Debate Association Sep 2023 Ranked in the top 10 debaters out of 3,000+ in all debate formats across the state of Georgia.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta$500 IPPF Team Reward Brewer Foundation & New York University Jun 2023 My team was awarded $500 by the International Public Policy Forum.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaMBA Research Marketing MBA Research & Curriculum Center Apr 2023 I earned an MBA Research digital badge for Standard Marketing. Earning this badge demonstrates the understanding of skills and knowledge that are demanded by employers and is important for success in the business world.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaElite Sixteen in International Public Policy Forum Brewer Foundation & New York University Mar 2023 Placed among the highest 16 teams out of 220+ teams in 22 different countries around the world and 31 different U.S. states in the only essay & speaking based debate competition of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta10th Place, Harvard University Harvard University Feb 2023 Placed 10th out of 315 teams, after going 6-0 during pre-elimination rounds and coming in 2nd highest before elimination rounds, in the Public Forum High School Varsity Division at the hardest tournament of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta25th Overall Speaker, Harvard University Harvard University Feb 2023 Awarded 25th speaker out of 630 competitors in the High School Varsity Public Forum division with very exclusive competition access and the hardest tournament of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaGold Bid Winner, Harvard University Harvard University Feb 2023 Won a gold bid which allowed me to fully qualify for the Gold Division for Public Forum at the Tournament of Champions. Only the top 0.5% of teams around the world are invited to participate at this tournament.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta1st Place, Forsyth County DECA Georgia DECA Dec 2022 Awarded 1st place in my respective event, with 10+ schools, in the Forsyth county DECA regional competition.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta21st Place, Princeton University Princeton University Dec 2022 Placed 21st out of 180+ teams in the Public Forum Varsity division for High School.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaSilver Bid Winner, Princeton University Princeton University Dec 2022 Won a silver bid which is 1/2 of the # of bids needed to qualify for the Gold Division for Public Forum at the Tournament of Champions. Only the top 0.5% of teams around the world are invited to participate at this tournament.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaTop 16, Peach State National Speech & Debate Association Nov 2022 Placed among the top 16 teams in the Public Forum Varsity division for High School at the annual Georgia state tournament.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta11th Overall Speaker, Georgetown University Georgetown University Oct 2022 Awarded 11th Speaker in the Public Forum Varsity division for High School at one of the hardest high school tournaments of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta$500 IPPF Team Reward Brewer Foundation & New York University Jun 2022 My team was awarded $500 by the International Public Policy Forum.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaElite Nine in International Public Policy Forum Brewer Foundation and New York University May 2022 Placed among the highest 9 teams out of 130+ teams in 11 different countries around the world in the only essay & speaking based debate competition of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta1st Overall Speaker, Pennsbury Falcon Invitational Pennsbury Falcon Invitational Feb 2022 Awarded 1st speaker out almost 150 competitors at the Pennsbury Falcon Invitational with very exclusive competition access.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta3rd Place, Pennsbury Falcon Invitational Pennsbury Falcon Invitational Feb 2022 Placed 3rd at the Pennsbury Falcon Invitational with very exclusive competition access.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaGold Bid Winner, Pennsbury Falcon Invitational Pennsbury Falcon Invitational Feb 2022 Won a gold bid which allowed me to fully qualify for the Gold Division for Public Forum at the Tournament of Champions. Only the top 0.5% of teams around the world are invited to participate at this tournament.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaStudent of the Month South Forsyth High School 2022 Awarded the title of student of the month out of all the students taking AP Psychology.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta16th Overall Speaker, Princeton University Princeton University Dec 2021 Awarded 16th Speaker out of almost 300 competitors in the Public Forum Varsity division for High School.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta20th Place, Ridge Debate Tournament Ridge Debates Dec 2021 Placed 20th at the national tournament in Ridge High School in the Public Forum Open Division.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaSilver Bid Winner, Princeton University Princeton University Dec 2021 Won a silver bid, which only for the 2021-2022 school year allowed teams to fully qualify for the Silver Division for Public Forum at the Tournament of Champions. Only the top 1% of teams around the world are invited to participate at this tournament.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta13th Overall Speaker, Peach State National Speech & Debate Association Nov 2021 Awarded 13th Speaker in the Public Forum Varsity division for High School at the annual Georgia state tournament.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta1st Place, Forsyth County DECA Georgia DECA Oct 2021 Awarded 1st place in my respective event, with 10+ schools, in the Forsyth county DECA regional competition.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta7th Place, Georgetown University Georgetown University Oct 2021 Placed 7th in the Public Forum Varsity division for High School at one of the hardest high school tournaments of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta$750 IPPF Team Reward Brewer Foundation & New York University Jun 2021 My team was awarded $750 by the International Public Policy Forum.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaElite Eight in International Public Policy Forum Brewer Foundation and New York University May 2021 Placed among the elite 8 teams out of 180+ teams in 18 different countries around the world in the only essay & speaking based debate competition of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta21st Place, Harvard University Harvard University Feb 2021 Placed 21st out of 200+ teams in the Public Forum JV division for High School at one of the hardest high school tournaments of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta7th Place, Longhorn University Longhorn University Dec 2020 Placed 7th in the Public Forum High School Novice division.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta5th Place, Bob Jones 34th Speech and Debate Tournament Bob Jones Debate Oct 2020 Placed 5th at the 34th annual Bob Jones Speech and Debate Tournament.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta9th Overall Speaker, Georgetown University Georgetown University Oct 2020 Awarded 9th Speaker in the Public Forum Junior Varsity division for High School at one of the hardest high school tournaments of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta9th Place, Georgetown University Georgetown University Oct 2020 Placed 9th in the Public Forum Junior Varsity division for High School at one of the hardest high school tournaments of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta2nd Overall Speaker, National Speech and Debate Tournament National Speech and Debate Association Jun 2020 Awarded 2nd speaker in the Public Forum Middle School Division at the most prestigious national middle school tournament of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaChampion, National Speech and Debate Tournament National Speech and Debate Association Jun 2020 Championed in the Public Forum Middle School Division at the most prestigious national middle school tournament of the year.
- Awarded to Prakhar GuptaChampion, Georgetown University International Georgetown University Apr 2020 Co-Championed at one of the only international tournaments of the year held at Georgetown University in the Public Forum Middle School Division.
- Awarded to Prakhar Gupta1st Place, Fulton County Junior DA Program Fulton County District Attorney's Office and Fulton County Government Jun 2018 Awarded for the best impactful essay in a pool of 100+ applicants in the 6th grade graduating class with interest in government in the entirety of Fulton County.
Volunteer Experience
Drive Volunteer
Issued by Saving Soles Foundation on Jan 2023
Associated with Prakhar GuptaDebate Judge
Issued by Ivy Bridge Academy on Mar 2020
Associated with Prakhar GuptaVolunteer Staff
Issued by National Beta on Jan 2023
Associated with Prakhar GuptaInclusive Innovator at Centrally Human Inc
Issued by Centrally Human Inc on Jul 2021
Associated with Prakhar Gupta
Languages
- hiHindi
- enEnglish
- spSpanish
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