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Our Growing Community
The Indian School of Tea is proud to have built a vibrant and growing community of learners who continue to shape the tea industry through education, entrepreneurship and innovation.
Today, the IST alumni network includes:
Alumni
Level 2 Graduates
Level 3 Graduates
Train the Trainer™ Graduates
Tea Entrepreneurs in making
Perhaps our proudest achievement is that nearly 75% of our alumni have gone on to build their own tea ventures or entrepreneurial initiatives, reflecting our commitment to creating not just tea professionals, but future industry leaders.
Alumni Spotlight
Irfan Danawala, Founder, Secret of Tea
A passionate tea entrepreneur who transformed his vision into a thriving tea brand after his learning journey with the Indian School of Tea.
Gaurav Pal, Founder, Brew Mash
Applying tea knowledge with entrepreneurial thinking, Gaurav is building a distinctive brand that reflects innovation, quality and a modern approach to tea.
More Alumni Stories Coming Soon...
Our alumni community continues to grow across entrepreneurship, education, hospitality and consulting. We look forward to sharing many more inspiring journeys.
Beyond Graduation
At the Indian School of Tea, graduation is not the end of the journey—it is the beginning of a lifelong relationship.
Our alumni remain connected through advanced learning, mentorship, Tea Education Tours, collaborative initiatives and a growing professional network that supports continuous learning and mutual growth.
Join a Community That's Shaping the Future of Tea.
Beyond Graduation
At the Indian School of Tea, graduation is not the end of the learning journey—it marks the beginning of a lifelong association.
As members of the IST Alumni Network, our graduates continue to receive guidance, mentorship and opportunities designed to support their personal and professional growth within the tea industry.
Our alumni benefit from:
- Continued learning through advanced workshops and masterclasses
- Tea apprenticeship opportunities for practical industry exposure
- Guidance on tea sourcing and supplier networks
- Business ideation and entrepreneurial handholding
- Consulting support for tea ventures and business growth
- Access to an expanding network of tea professionals and industry experts
- Opportunities to collaborate, mentor and contribute to the future of tea education
