About Allie

About me: I grew up in a low-income community in Western Massachusetts, raised by a single mom. I didn’t have a built-in network or strong understanding of corporate America—but I learned early how to work hard, seek out opportunities, and create my own. Growing up, I was a competitive gymnast, then made my way to Boston College, where I threw myself into campus life: leading an anti-racist organization, volunteering, working on campus jobs, and even cheerleading for a year. After graduation, I joined Deloitte Consulting, where I spent nearly a decade advising Fortune 500 companies and nonprofits on growth, strategy, and partnerships. Along the way, I earned admission to Harvard Business School, where I co-founded an impact investing fund focused on expanding access to capital for BIPOC-owned businesses. Today, I lead Product & Marketing at a fintech startup, where I set company strategy alongside the CEO and COO and focus on building more equitable systems of financial access. On Leland, I help others tell their stories with clarity and confidence. Whether applying to business school or making a career transition, I know that numbers and resumes only go so far. What makes the difference is the narrative—the ability to weave your experiences, values, and aspirations into a story that admissions officers or hiring managers can’t ignore. Coaching is how I pay forward the mentorship and guidance that changed my own path, and I love helping others unlock opportunities they may not have thought possible.