An author and educator committed to entrepreneurism, Ross Blankenship earned a bachelor's degree from Cornell University in 2005. An active student, Ross Blankenship rowed on the Varsity NCAA rowing team and held membership to the Academic Integrity Hearing Board, Educational Policy Committee, and Mortar Board Honor Society. Upon graduation, he enrolled in the Washington University School of Law, where he received distinction as an American Bar Association National Mediation finalist and regional champion. He graduated with a Juris Doctorate in May 2008.

Mr. Blankenship founded several ventures from 2008 to 2015, many of which empowered others to achieve their personal, academic and business goals. Ross Blankenship has authored six books on investing, business, and education, including Admit You!: Top Secrets to Increase Your SSAT and ISEE Exam Scores and Get Accepted to the Best Boarding Schools and Private Schools. He also provides online entrepreneurship training courses and lectures at local universities and private speaking engagements. He achieved the distinction of being a Top 10 Author in the entrepreneurship genre on Amazon.com and his podcasts and audio recordings have been featured within several publications.