Vani Gundlapalli

Vani Gundlapalli serves as Teacher and Director of Art and Culture in San Jose, California. She began her serious international work in 2018 after approximately 20 years of teaching experience, and she has been in the field for 22 years. Gundlapalli earned a bachelor's degree in Statistics and pursued child education studies at Santa Cruz University to enter the teaching profession. Her areas of specialization include art and culture, education, and inspiring and motivating the next generation by mentoring and counseling middle and high school children. She is involved with the San Jose Education Department Board, UNESCO, CAD, IFI in India, and serves on advisory boards. Gundlapalli has received seven international awards including Jayavarman VII from Cambodia, the Mayurai award from Tamil Nadu, Sivapada Ankita, Jayasimha from Bali, and honors from Malaysian, Indian, European, and Sri Lankan governments. She volunteers with the Sankarai Foundation, Silicon Andra, and Sanjeevani Hospital. Gundlapalli attributes her success to her passion for art and culture. She advises young women to be persistent, do their job, and not expect anything in return, and she values peace of mind above material wealth.