
David Wilkinson
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Top 5% @ Bain | Harvard MBA | 400+ Interviews | Elite MBB Prep
Studied at Harvard Business School
Worked at Bain & Company
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How to Break into MBB Consulting
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David’s Management Consulting Qualifications
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Experience level: Case Team Leader
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Hi! I’m David – a Harvard Business School graduate and former Bain & Company Consultant, Case Team Leader, and Manager ranked in the top 5% of my class as someone who “Frequently Exceeds Expectations.” I know what it takes to break into – and succeed at – the world’s top consulting firms. With over a decade of experience as a case interviewer since my first day at Bain and 400+ case interviews under my belt, I've coached and even directly hired candidates to land their dream jobs in consulting. My clients have successfully landed offers at McKinsey, Bain, BCG, and other top-tier firms, and I’m confident I can help you do the same. I know what firms are really looking for and I know how overwhelming recruiting can be – conflicting advice, unclear expectations, and high pressure to perform. I've been through it all myself, and whether you’re just starting or preparing for final rounds, I’ll meet you where you are and get you where you want to be. I offer everything from ad-hoc, targeted support to a comprehensive system built from years of experience and customized for each client based on where you need the most support: 1) Consulting job overview & case-interview structure 2) "Real feel" mock case simulations (including fit/PEI prep, as desired) 3) Recruiting strategy, resume & application support Delivered through structured, high-impact sessions, my coaching will help you learn HOW to think like a consultant (not just "what" to think), structure your answers under pressure, and crack cases with clarity and confidence using a system grounded in real Bain methodology. It's an end-to-end coaching program: you'll get a personalized action plan, daily practice routines, and proprietary materials designed to turn you into a confident, interview-ready case-cracker. And you’ll get real-time, actionable feedback every step of the way. Whether you're aiming for MBB or other top-tier firms, I'll give you the skills, confidence and clarity you need for a successful outcome: a job offer. Reach out with any questions or to book a free intro call - I'd love to help you crush this process.
David can help with:
AI Automation
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LinkedIn Review
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Resume Review
Salary Negotiation
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About David
Hi! I’m David – a Harvard Business School graduate and former Bain & Company Consultant, Case Team Leader, and Manager ranked in the top 5% of my class as someone who “Frequently Exceeds Expectations.” I know what it takes to break into – and succeed at – the world’s top consulting firms. I have a strong foundation in finance, strategy, and operations built over many decades. I began my career in banking at Lehman Brothers then Morgan Stanley after graduating magna cum laude in Finance from the George Washington University in 2008. I earned my MBA from HBS in 2016, then spent over six years at Bain before I left to pursue my passion for entrepreneurship and coaching in 2022. My time at Bain involved leading consultant teams to develop top-level strategic recommendations for C-Suite executives of Fortune 500 firms, with extensive experience in Go-to-Market strategy, Commercial Excellence and Mergers & Acquisitions. Having navigated my own career change to ultimately land - and thrive - at Bain after graduate school, I know firsthand what it takes to break into consulting whether it's your first job or a career pivot. I help clients craft a compelling narrative, highlight transferable skills, and deliver THEIR unique story that best resonates with MBB recruiters. Regardless of the firms you're recruiting for, my coaching will give you the edge you need to stand out. Ask me anything or book a free intro call to learn more!
Why do I coach?
I. Love. Coaching. I really do. I'm an older brother, both by blood and through the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization, and I've been a mentor in many other ways throughout my life. I've been blessed with incredibly patient, accomplished, and wise mentors myself, one of whom taught me to "lift as you climb," and being a mentor & coach is a privilege and a great joy in service of that mantra. I deeply enjoy the challenge, experience, and reward of helping someone rise to a challenge, unlock those "aha" moments, and ultimately fulfill their potential. In the realm of consulting interview prep, this means helping you grasp case-interview mechanics at a conceptual, first-principles level - in a way that resonates with your unique way of learning & absorbing information - and then translating that into successful problem-solving and case-cracking skills. I’ve successfully coached dozens of candidates into landing offers at MBB and other top firms, and I’m confident I can help you do the same. I'd be thrilled to help you unearth your own case-interview "aha" moments and play a part in your success story!
Work Experience

Founder & CEO
RORI Sleep
July 2022 - Present
Lifelong insomniac committed to building a better solution for poor sleepers, reimagining rest through science-backed, melatonin-free supplements paired with tailored programs to optimize sleep-hygiene and behavior

Case Team Leader and Manager
Bain & Company
September 2018 - July 2022
Interviewer
Lead consultant teams in developing top-level strategic recommendations for C-Suite executives of Fortune 500 firms; achieved rating of “frequently exceeds expectations” at the top of the consultant class.

Consultant - Senior Consultant
Bain & Company
September 2016 - September 2018
Interviewer

Portfolio Management
Morgan Stanley
November 2008 - June 2014
• Part of a four-person team managing a diversified $1.5 billion book of assets of ultra high-net worth individuals and institutions. • Advised clients on a daily basis, proposed hedging strategies, executed discretionary and brokerage tactical/strategic portfolio trading, and implemented new asset-allocation themes (equity, fixed income, derivatives, & alternatives).

Analyst
Lehman Brothers
June 2008 - November 2008
Education

Harvard Business School
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), General Management
2014 - 2016

George Washington University
BBA, magna cum laude, Finance and International Business, Finance
2004 - 2008
Grade: Magna Cum Laude • Mentor, First Year Development Program, Business School (chosen by Dean and Faculty) • Business and Economic Empowerment Chair, GWU’s chapter of the NAACP • Member, GWU Finance and Investment Club, the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Phi Eta Sigma national freshman honor society, and the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity • Recipient of The Freshman Residential Scholars of Distinction Award and of The George Washington University Presidential Scholarship • School of Business Dean’s Honor List all four years
David was also personally admitted to

The Wharton School (UPenn)

Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern)
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