CHIEF ACADEMIC DIRECTOR

Gubaz Giorgadze founded Test Prep Academy during his time as an undergraduate student. He aimed to integrate his passion for knowledge with his proficiency in connecting with others and fostering collaborative environments. Gubaz aspires to promote academic achievement and personal growth in the next generation of students across the globe.

Gubaz graduated with honors from the University at Buffalo with a degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics. He was the inaugural president of the UB Philosophy, Politics, and Economics Club, as well as the co-founder of the UB Homework Helpers program, the latter of which extends the NYC-based state run Homework Helpers program, aiding hundreds of students through the rigors of online learning.

EXECUTIVE DEAN

Michael Shepherd is a student at Syracuse University studying for his Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture with a Minor in Business. He is in his Junior Year and has been consistently present on the prestigious Dean’s List in the Architecture Program.

He is certified in AutoCAD Inventor and Revit, two advanced architectural and engineering programs. He specializes in tutoring mathematics for students of all ages. He earned perfect scores in his SAT, SAT II, and AP math exams. On campus, he was involved in the College Republicans at Syracuse University as Treasurer and was the President of the Orthodox Christian Fellowship at Syracuse University. Showcasing his constant leadership and professionalism. He was also the Executive Director of a statewide college aged political organization.

SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR

Ekaterine (Kato) Abramishvili is an undergraduate student at Marymount Manhattan College, majoring in Business Management. She brings a wealth of experience and passion to Test Prep Academy, where she excels in simplifying complex subjects for younger learners. Her ability to connect with children and present information accessibly underscores her patience, empathy, and commitment to educational excellence.

Currently employed as an Outreach Student Worker in the Admissions Division at Marymount Manhattan College, Kato remains actively engaged in the university community. Through her academic pursuits, professional endeavors, and dedication to mentoring, Kato exemplifies a multifaceted individual poised to make a positive impact on those around her.

PROFESSIONAL INSTRUCTOR

Victoria Sgarlata is a graduate student studying adolescent mathematics education at the Purcell School of Professional Studies at Le Moyne College. She earned her Bachelors of Arts in Mathematics with a concentration in Statistics at Le Moyne College. Victoria was a part of the Le Moyne Integral Honors program and graduated with mathematics honors. As a part of the Integral Honors program she successfully produced and defended an undergraduate thesis.

She has experience with tutoring a variety of subjects including geometry, calculus, biology, and statistics. While Victoria focuses on mathematics, she also has experience with the sciences, particularly chemistry and biology, as well. She is able to effectively find unique strategies to explain topics to each learner while boosting confidence in their own ability to solve problems. Victoria is currently working as a pharmacy technician as she completes her graduate studies.

DATA ANALYST

Giorgi Qarazanishvili is a dedicated student at Lehigh University, pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and Business Analytics with a Minor in FinTECH. He is certified in R Studio, Python, and SQL—three advanced programming languages pivotal for data visualization and business modeling. George's expertise extends to tutoring mathematics, where he effectively assists students of all ages.

His academic excellence is highlighted by his perfect scores in his SAT, and AP exams. In high school, he earned a mastery regents diploma and graduated with honors from Brooklyn Technical High School, boasting a 4.3 GPA. At Lehigh University, George is an active member of the Investment Management Group, a prestigious student organization that connects experienced Wall Street alumni with future industry leaders.

DIRECTOR OF R & D

Luka Arsenishvili is currently pursuing his Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences at City College, with a strong foundation laid during his time at Brooklyn Technical High School's architecture program. As a dedicated student, Luka is known for his passion for programming and problem-solving. He has prior tutoring experience in Python and C++ helping students grasp complex concepts in computer science.

Beyond academics, Luka has a diverse range of interests and experiences. He holds prior certifications in PLTW AutoCAD and digital electronics, showcasing his proficiency in technical skills.