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Meet your Mentor – Dr. Ronak Shodhan

Dr. Ronak Shodhan is the heart and guiding force of Magnaa Minds — a mentor who leads not just with knowledge, but with vision, patience, and purpose. With over 40 years of experience as an educator, innovator, and motivator, he has impacted the lives of thousands across the world. His rare ability to simplify complex ideas, connect deeply with students, and create winning mindsets has made him a beloved figure amongst learners, entrepreneurs, and professionals.

Dr. Shodhan believes that with the right mindset, even the so-called “failures” can become extraordinary achievers. His career reflects that belief — not just in words, but in action, ideas, and execution.

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Dr. Ronak Shodhan's Philosophy:

An ideal teacher really doesn't teach, he/she encourages students to think creatively to solve complex problems in a simple, practical, positive, logical, effective & efficient manner quickly!

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Here are some of his most remarkable accomplishments:

Educational Excellence & Teaching Career

  • Over 40 years of enthusiastic and committed teaching experience

  • Passionate and patient teacher known for bringing out the best in every student

  • Known for simplifying and solving career planning challenges

  • Ex-Dean at DAIICT and Professor of AI & Robotics (2001)

  • Senior Faculty and Program Coordinator for AI & DS Program at Jio Institute

  • Professor at Nirma University’s Evening MBA Program – introduced IT program

  • Ex-Director of the IT program for SLIMS PGDBM (from 2000 onwards)

  • Consultant to Jio Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Innovator, Entrepreneur & Founder

  • Die-hard innovator committed to thinking, planning, and executing novel programs

  • Highly successful and satisfied entrepreneur with original ideas

  • Founder – Ahmedabad Robot Club (2001); nurtured many national winners

  • Founder – Center for Computer Careers; trained over 600 students

  • Founder – 10th Failed Institute; known for transforming failures into achievers

  • Founder – IEP3 Program for research and disruptive innovation

  • Founder – Center for Creative Thinking focused on science & electronics

Global Experience & Mentorship

  • Spent 20 years in the USA — MS & PhD in Artificial Intelligence

  • Worked for 10 years with General Motors Corporation

  • Mentor and advisor to many businessmen and industrialists

  • Has guided 1000+ students worldwide — many of whom are now successful achievers

  • Deeply committed to students’ well-being and all-round personal growth

Philosophy & Personality

  • Completely positive-thinking and peace-loving individual

  • Enthusiastic, encouraging, and highly motivating mentor

  • An out-of-the-box thinker who inspires others to do their best

  • A personal friend to many — approachable, empathetic, and always supportive

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