Rachna Kumari, MBA
Rachna Kumari is a serial entrepreneur, author, and visionary leader specializing in building scalable businesses that integrate AI, strategy, and human-centered design. With a foundation in engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, and an MBA in Finance from Southern Methodist University, Rachna combines analytical rigor with operational insight to create high-performing organizations. Her career began in IT and corporate finance, including roles at AT&T and the SMU Cox School of Business, where she honed her skills in structure, logic, and data-driven decision-making.
In 2014, Rachna transitioned from corporate predictability to entrepreneurship, founding her first childcare business, The Learning Experience, in North Texas. Today, she owns and operates four high-performing childcare centers across Plano, McKinney, Castle Hills, and Frisco, serving hundreds of families annually and leading over 75 educators. She has successfully integrated AI tools into operations, from enrollment forecasting to billing, allowing her teams to focus on what matters most: nurturing and teaching children. Her approach emphasizes aligning people, systems, and culture to drive sustainable growth while maintaining the human heartbeat at the center of every process.
Rachna attributes her success to her community, strategic analysis, and disciplined execution. She believes in pivoting quickly when faced with challenges and encourages young women to lead with independence, confidence, and resilience. Her core values—logic, people focus, mindset, health, wealth, and relationships—guide her both professionally and personally. As a thought leader, she continues to innovate, inspire, and scale businesses that prioritize excellence, trust, and long-term impact, proving that purpose-driven entrepreneurship and technology can coexist seamlessly.
• B.Tech, Electronics & Electrical Communications Engineering
• MBA, Finance
• Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur – Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Electronics & Electrical Communications Engineering
• Southern Methodist University – Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the strength of my community, my ability to analyze complex situations, and my focus on executing ideas effectively. Combining these elements allows me to build businesses and teams that are both scalable and sustainable.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve received is to pivot quickly and keep moving forward whenever I encounter failure. Adaptability and resilience are critical in navigating challenges and seizing opportunities.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this field is to maintain independence and confidence. Don’t allow fear or reliance on others—particularly male figures—to dictate your decisions or limit your potential.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Some of the biggest challenges in my field include high turnover, hiring the right talent, and finding clients who align with your business vision. At the same time, these challenges present opportunities to innovate processes, implement AI-driven systems, and strengthen team culture to achieve sustainable growth.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values I prioritize most are logic, people focus, and mindset. I also place high importance on health, wealth, and building strong relationships, which guide my decision-making and leadership approach.
Locations
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Allen, TX 75013