Founder & CEO

Yusra Khan is the visionary behind MyTreks.ai, a gamified platform that empowers students to explore career paths through science-backed self-discovery. With a deep passion for cognitive neuroscience, decision-making, psychology, and mental well-being, she blends research and design to build tools that help the next generation grow with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Her background spans product strategy, UX design, and both B2B and B2C innovation—bringing bold ideas from concept to launch while keeping the user experience at the heart of it all. Yusra believes that understanding how our brains work is key to making better choices, learning more effectively, and building lives filled with meaning. Now, she’s channeling that expertise into supporting students. Her mission: to redesign how young people discover their strengths and prepare for their futuresthrough play, purpose, and personalized growth.

Coach & Strengths Curriculum Designer

Alexa Cox is a Curriculum Designer and CliftonStrengths coach at MyTreks, where she helps high school students uncover their potential through intentional, strengths-based learning. With a business degree from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and two years of coaching experience, she brings a thoughtful balance of strategy and care to her work—elevating the well-being of others through authenticity and meaningful connection. With Individualization, Context, Strategic, Empathy, and Learner as her top five strengths, Alexa focuses on creating learning environments where students feel seen, supported, and empowered. Her background includes facilitating strengths courses, mentoring peers, and delivering over 70 personalized coaching sessions. As a young professional, she is passionate about offering a fresh perspective on elevating student engagement and well-being through positive psychology. Outside of MyTreks, Alexa manages a health-focused business, plays volleyball, and is training for a half marathon.

Head of Product

Chirag Khachane is the Head of Product at MyTreks, where he leads with a vision to turn complex challenges into strategic, data-driven opportunities. With a Master's degree in Management Information Systems from the University at Buffalo, he brings a unique blend of technical expertise and business insight to the table. Chirag thrives at the intersection of AI, analytics, and product strategy—designing intuitive, user-focused solutions that deliver meaningful impact and drive growth. His approach is grounded in curiosity, continuous learning, and a deep belief in the power of technology to solve real-world problems. Outside of work, Chirag is an explorer at heart. He finds joy in traveling to new places, capturing moments through his lens, and hitting the open road on his motorcycle—constantly seeking fresh perspectives that inspire both his personal and professional journeys.

Advisory Board Member

Mark Rhodes brings over 40 years of financial services leadership experience to his role as Principal Owner of FocalPoint, a global coaching and consulting firm. He is passionate about helping leaders and organizations achieve their full potential through strategic guidance and performance optimization. His executive background includes senior leadership roles as CEO, Managing Director, and Market Executive at prestigious firms including NXG Investment Management, Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, and J.P. Morgan. This experience has equipped him with deep insights into building successful advisory practices, managing strategic initiatives, and developing high-performing teams.
At FocalPoint, Mark specializes in leadership development, executive mentoring, and process improvement, delivering customized solutions that enhance performance, productivity, and profitability. He has built a strong network of talented consultants to provide comprehensive support for clients worldwide.
Mark remains actively engaged with industry thought leaders and innovators, combining decades of practical experience with cutting-edge methodologies to deliver transformational results for the leaders and organizations he serves.

Head of Counseling & Student Success

Dr. Rubi Garcha brings over 17 years of experience in academic advising, career counseling, and education leadership to her role at MyTreks. A first-generation college graduate, Rubi has worked with thousands of students from diverse backgrounds—helping them uncover their strengths, navigate their goals, and move forward with confidence.
Her work is grounded in a deep commitment to equity, access, and personalized student support. Whether mentoring multilingual learners, designing impactful college and career programs, or guiding families through the planning process, Rubi consistently centers the whole student—their story, values, and vision for the future.
At MyTreks, Rubi leads counseling strategy and programming, helping ensure that every student feels seen, supported, and inspired to explore what’s possible. Her approach turns what can feel like an overwhelming journey into one of clarity, purpose, and growth.

Advisory Board Member

Brian Kinsella is a senior executive with extensive experience in military command, finance, and healthcare innovation. A U.S. Army veteran, he served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Unified Response. Brian founded Stop Soldier Suicide, now a leading national nonprofit, and Rappore, a private equity backed, digital behavioral health company. Formerly with Goldman Sachs where he served as the Americas Energy Sector Specialist in Global Investment Research. Brian also sits on boards in defense, healthcare, and technology, including the Center for Financial Economics at Johns Hopkins University.

Student Advisor

As a student, athlete, and passionate advocate for peer support, Reva understands the uncertainty many teens face when exploring future careers. Driven by her own experiences, she joined the My Treks project to help create a platform that feels welcoming, intuitive, and reassuring for students like her. Through honest feedback and insights, Reva has contributed to shaping a tool that empowers young learners to navigate their paths with confidence. Her goal? To help others feel less overwhelmed, more understood, and excited about discovering careers that align with their strengths—while continuing her own journey of self-discovery.

IU Bloomington Kelley School of Business

I am currently a rising junior at Indiana University, pursuing a degree in Information Systems and Business Analytics through the Kelley School of Business, as well as a minor in Public Health through the School of Public Health. I have always been curious in solving complex problems, as well as the healthcare industry, and that is what led me on this path.
I am deeply passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others. Whether it is through mentorship, volunteering, or various community service projects, I find immense fulfillment in supporting individuals and communities to reach their full potential. I am dedicated to creating meaningful change in today’s world, and hope to contribute to a more compassionate and equitable society.

Student Curriculum Designer

Aarav is a rising senior in the Class of 2026 with a passion for medicine, leadership, and community service. As a Student Curriculum Designer at MyTreks, he helped create the medical roadmap to guide students in learning about the healthcare industry. A student in the Carroll Medical Academy, he has completed observerships and internships at Medical City Dallas and Denton Family Clinic. He serves as Vice President of Culture for the Southlake Foundation, leading events like Diwali Fest and the Holi Color Run. At school, he’s president of Mu Alpha Theta, a Green Jacket ambassador, and active in NHS, FNHS, DECA, BPA, and HOSA. A dedicated musician, Aarav plays tenor sax in the varsity band and has studied piano for years. He is a Bronze PVSA recipient with over 200 volunteer hours, ranked in the top 1% of his class, and an AP Capstone Diploma candidate with a 1530 SAT.