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Harry Aurora

Chairman, Aurora Group of Companies

CEO, AURÓ & Thinking Maps | New York, USA

Janam Bhumi:

New Delhi, India

Dharma Bhumi:

New Delhi, India

Karma Bhumi:

New York, USA

A Life Interconnected: Passion, Purpose, Impact

The ‘Harry’ Factor: “Let values guide ambition, creating impact with integrity.”

THE MAN

Standing outside his mother’s school in New Delhi, a young Harry Aurora once noticed how parents trusted her with their children’s futures, and in that quiet observation, his life found direction. Raised by a principal mother and a scientist-poet father, he grew up in a home where discipline, empathy, and intellect shared equal space.

This has stayed with him through continents, ventures, failures, and reinvention. Each setback refined his patience; each success deepened his grounding in simplicity. After earning his BCom and MBA from the University of Delhi, his first career choice was the textile industry, where sales, sourcing, and accounting became his training ground. “My first paycheck wasn’t enough, but the confidence it gave me was priceless,” he recalls. “The hunger to grow led me to leather garment exports and exposed me to global markets, awakening my aspiration to build beyond borders.”

THE JOURNEY

Frequent international travel drew Harry to the United States, where real estate captured his imagination. By 2000, he was a mortgage banker, deeply immersed in lending and finance. The 2008 financial crisis became a turning point. “I found myself at the centre of turbulence—and that’s when I realised I needed to pivot”, he reflects. Education, long embedded in his DNA, beckoned him. He founded iTutor.com (now known as Fullmind), a pioneer in the EdTech space, earning recognition that led Harvard Business School to invite him to speak on the future of education technology. In 2023, he acquired and began serving as President and CEO of Thinking Maps, Inc., based in Cary, North Carolina. Thinking Maps, Inc. partners with thousands of K–12 schools and districts to enhance student achievement through research-based professional development, teacher resources, and online tools. In 2025, he combined his two loves, entrepreneurship and golf, which gave birth to his most recent venture – Auro Golf. Auro Golf focuses on real estate development along golf courses in the US, creating a network of golfers who can enjoy golf as a lifestyle rather than a sport alone. His vision is to position Auro

Golf as a major player in the golf industry, aiming to attract investors from around the world to expand its global reach.

THE SPIRIT WITHIN

Giving back, for Harry, is instinctive, not performative. Over the years, he has consistently supported charitable initiatives across education, teacher training, student learning, and local religious institutions. He has also helped improve infrastructure to create welcoming and intellectually stimulating environments.

“Our success is only as meaningful as the people we share it with,” he believes—starting with his own team and extending into society. Harry emphasises that philanthropy is about internal peace and satisfaction, not recognition. He often contributes personally to projects, providing expertise, resources, and guidance.

He recalls a project where he stepped in without expecting anything in return, much to the surprise of the people involved. “When the management of his local Gurdwara struggled to complete a project, I stepped in to bring it to the finish line. The management wanted to know my fee and were surprised when I said not only would there be no fee, but I would also add a financial contribution to the project. Now, a decade later, I see the Gurdwara thriving, and it gives me satisfaction knowing that I had contributed one brick to its foundation.” Harry remains committed to uplifting others through hands-on support, integrating his professional work with his philanthropic philosophy: “Do good. Good follows you.”

THE LEGACY

Building a legacy is hard work—and, like charity, it begins at home. For Harry, home is central to his accomplishments. It is here that he recharges with the support of his wife, Preeti, his equal in values, vision, and resolve. Meeting Preeti in New York was love at first sight. Her entrepreneurial mind, boundless energy, and radiant personality drew him in, and soon they built a life together, raising their two children – Tejal and Aryan. Tejal is a bright, young woman who graduated from the University of Miami. She is now set to attend law school this year. Aryan graduated from Baruch College and is following his father’s footsteps, pursuing a career in Finance and Real Estate.

“My family is my strength—my reason when I can’t find one, my inspiration, and my lifeline. They are the framework of my purpose.”

Inspired by the way his parents brought him up, Harry has nurtured his two children to understand that “with privilege comes responsibility as well,” Harry reflects, inspired by the way his own parents lived their values without fanfare.

As for Harry, he has not once strayed from the path of curiosity, generosity, or purpose. “Everything is interconnected. It’s a labour of love and dedication,” he says, imparting a valuable lesson that every action – big or small – goes a long way in making a meaningful impact in the lives around us.

MAPPING THE INDIA WITHIN

Bharat: Then and Now

“I have seen Bharat in its quiet strength and in its confident stride. The roads, tools, and scale have changed, but the conscience feels familiar. What shaped me as a child—simplicity, resilience, and respect—still defines the nation today. Progress means little if it forgets its roots, and Bharat has learned to grow without losing its soul.”

Bharatiya Values that Travelled

“I crossed borders, not my Bharatiya values. Wherever I went, dharma guided my conduct, seva shaped my intent, and gyan anchored my decisions. Humility taught me to listen before leading, and integrity reminded me to choose what is right over what is easy. These principles don’t seek attention—they reveal themselves through everyday actions. I learned that when one’s foundation is rooted in India’s timeless ethos, distance and geography lose the power to dilute identity.”

Generations Abroad: A New Bharatiya Identity

“My children may live globally, but I want them to think consciously about where they come from. Identity today is fluid, but values must be firm. If we live our principles honestly, the next generation doesn’t need instruction—they absorb it naturally.”

Pride, Progress, and the Spirit Of Bharat

“My pride in Bharat comes from its resilience—the hunger to succeed, the willingness to work relentlessly, and the refusal to give up. I see determination in every struggle embraced and dignity in honest effort. This is a nation that rises through hard work, not shortcuts, and through perseverance, not privilege. When ambition is backed by discipline and conscience, progress becomes meaningful. That enduring spirit is what gives Bharat its strength and shapes its future.”

Dreams for the Youth and Future of Bharat

“I want the next generation to explore Bharat as a living mystery—ancient yet ever-evolving. This land has always revealed its depth to those who seek with sincerity. Dream fearlessly, but stay rooted in conscience. When innovation is guided by values drawn from our timeless heritage, Bharat’s future will not just move forward—it will continue to unfold, inspire, and endure.”

BACK TO THE FUTURE – IN FIVE MOMENTS

Food Cravings

THEN

I enjoyed street food.

NOW

Home-made simple food gives me immense pleasure.

Sport Spirit

THEN

I played street games for fun and excitement.

NOW

I play golf to maintain fitness discipline.

Music Tastes

THEN

I listened to Bollywood melodies of the 70s-80s with my family.

NOW

I enjoy upbeat music, Indian fusion, and global sounds.

Holiday Life

THEN

We would take short local family trips driven by curiosity.

NOW

I travel with purpose, exploring other cultures with my family.

Leisure Habits

THEN

I read, reflected, and dreamed about possibilities.

NOW

I meditate, read, and enjoy quiet family evenings.

AKA

Chairman Aurora Group of Companies | CEO AURÓ | CEO Thinking Maps | Harry Aurora Aurora Group of Companies | AURÓ Education

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