
Marcello R.
5.0
(2)
Stanford MBA - MBA coach for folks with investing or tech experience.

Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business

Works at Novo
Available Saturday at 12:00 PM UTC
This summer, I am happy to help prospective R1 or R2 clients seeking a head start on the application process!
Questions? Start chatting with this coach before you get started.
Marcello's Coaching Offerings

Early Starters MBA Prep Plan
Get a head start on MBA admissions with expert strategy and planning
$4206h of coaching

Land Your Dream MBA Program — Getting Started Package
Build a strong foundation for standout MBA applications.
Starting at $3605h+ of coaching

Boost Your MBA Applications
Targeted support to help you elevate your MBA applications
Starting at $1502h+ of coaching
Custom hourly
Get help with Editing, Recommendations, and .
Marcello’s MBA Qualifications
Welcome to my profile! As an incoming MBA candidate at Stanford Graduate School of Business and a Yale University graduate, I bring a strong academic foundation and leadership experience to my coaching. My professional journey includes roles such as Growth Lead and Chief of Staff at Novo, where I honed my strategic and execution skills. I recently completed the MBA admissions process with a fresh understanding and interest in helping others navigate it successfully. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay crafting, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you present your best self to top business schools. Let's connect and work together to achieve your MBA goals!
Marcello can help with:
Editing
Recommendations
Interviews
School Selection
Application Strategy
Essays
Resume
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About Marcello
Born in London, grew up between Belgium / China / Italy, and been in the U.S. since I was 14. Started my career in venture capital focused on fintech, and then joined a portfolio company of ours as Chief of Staff to the CEO. I am a recent admit to Stanford GSB and HBS from R2 2025. I am just getting started on Leland - my approach is direct, transparent, and honest about what we can achieve together.
Why do I coach?
I coach because I seek to have a similar positive impact on others as my mentors have had on me.
Work Experience

Growth Lead
Novo
November 2024 - Present
Built and led Novo's Paid Social and SEO growth motion, resulting in same number of monthly accounts acquired for half the spend.

Chief of Staff
Novo
May 2024 - Present
Right hand to our CEO and executive team in defining strategy and driving execution on special projects.

Associate / Senior Associate
Notable Capital
June 2023 - May 2024
Focus on fintech investment opportunities. Investor in Aven, Clara, Novo, Stori, Slope.

Senior Analyst
Notable Capital
June 2022 - May 2023
Analyst
DST Global
2020 - 2021
Education

Stanford Graduate School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2025 - 2027
Yale University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Ethics, Politics and Economics
2017 - 2022
Grade: 3.9 / 4.0, Cum Laude with Distinction Activities and societies: President of Yale Student Investment Group, Yale Model UN Team, The Elizabethan Club, Men’s Club Soccer, CS50 TA

Phillips Academy — Andover
High School
2012 - 2016
2 Reviews
Overall Rating
5.0
Marcello has helped Leland clients get into Yale University