Leadership
Meet the visionaries behind Karnataka Education Expo 2026
Shri G.M. Kotresh
Founder, GMK Group of Institutions
Present State Working president, Pvt school Association (RUPSA KARNATAKA)
Recipient, School of Excellence Award 2023-24 | Champion of Rural Education
Born in a middle-class family in Kottur, Shri G.M. Kotresh rose from humble beginnings with M.A. and M.S.W. qualifications to become a transformative educationist. He founded GMK Group of Institutions, GMK Financial Services and GMK Edu Tech with the mission that quality, modern, tech-enabled education should reach rural areas at an affordable cost, believing that "Education is not a donation, but a duty."
During the 2019 COVID pandemic, as Vice-President of GMK Foundation, he provided critical financial support to private school managements and teachers across Karnataka, distributing ₹5000/- per teacher to ensure livelihoods during lockdown. His commitment to teacher welfare and educational access has been unwavering.
In 2023-24/24-25, his institutions - Sri Gurukula Public School, Kottur and Sri Gnanaamrutha School, Hyderabad - received the prestigious "Best School of Excellence Award" at the Brainfeed Academic Conference. Through GMK Edu Tech Pvt Ltd, he continues to lead statewide initiatives empowering school leaders to build a stronger tomorrow.
The year 2024–2025 saw a historic first for Karnataka. Through the visionary leadership of Mr. G.M. Kotresh, the state proudly hosted its first distribution of the Best Management and Best Teacher awards, honoring excellence in the educational sector. The Hospet Education Expo, held on February 25, 2025, was successfully executed under the visionary direction of Mr. G.M. Kotresh. The initiative was widely recognized for its seamless organization and its impact on the local educational landscape.
Under The Leadership Of PRABHAKAR URS
Founder – THE SCHOOL COMPANY
Founder of PRATHIBHANIKETHANA VIDYA MANDIRA | Education Activist | School Management Strategist | Campaign Leader.
Prabhakar Urs is a passionate education activist, strategist, educator, and founder of THE SCHOOL COMPANY, working actively for the growth, protection, and empowerment of private unaided schools across Karnataka. He is also the Founder of PRATHIBHANIKETHANA VIDYA MANDIRA, Irakasandra Colony, Koratagere Taluk, an institution established in 2004 with the vision of providing quality education and value-based learning to rural children. With deep practical understanding of school administration, educational policies, and management challenges, he has become a strong voice for school leaders and educational entrepreneurs.
In 2023-24, his institutions - Sri Gurukula Public School, Kottur and Sri Gnanamandira School, Hyderabad - received the prestigious "Best School of Excellence Award" at the Brainfeed Academic Conference. Through GMK Edu Tech Pvt Ltd, he continues to lead statewide initiatives empowering school leaders to build a stronger tomorrow.
