Walter Woo
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Serving those that want to serve in the public sector
Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business
Worked at Pano
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Not currently taking new clients
Walter’s Master’s Programs Qualifications
Walter has helped clients get into these schools:
Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in both military and business leadership, I bring a unique perspective to coaching for master's programs. As a graduate of the United States Military Academy and currently pursuing dual degrees at Harvard Kennedy School and Stanford Graduate School of Business, I understand the intricacies of top-tier admissions processes. My experience as a Military Academy Liaison Officer involved coaching and mentoring prospective candidates, equipping me with the skills to guide others through their application journeys. Whether you're aiming for a prestigious MBA or a specialized MPA, I'm here to help you craft a compelling application that stands out. Let's work together to achieve your academic and professional goals!
Walter can help with:
Application Strategy
Editing
Essays
Financial Aid & Scholarships
General Exploration
Interviews
Letters of Recommendation
Resume
School Selection
Secondary Review
Waitlist Strategy
Walter also coaches for MBA, Service Academies & ROTC , Transitioning from the Military, and Venture Capital. View all.
About Walter
As a son of immigrants and military veteran, I champion hard work, investing in skillsets, compelling narratives, and a little bit of luck. I served in the US Army after graduating from the United States Military Academy, leading and coaching soldiers and teams of up to 16 for the past several years. As a native Californian, I love anything on the water: surfing, sushi, and swimming in particular.
Why do I coach?
I did not have the same access to information and coaching that many of my peers had to break into elite fields and sectors. Information was found by diving deep into reddit threads, asking a thousand questions to people I wanted to emulate, and a bit of stubbornness. I coach because I want to help others, like me, have the resources to achieve their goals and democratize access to social and economic mobility.
Work Experience
Chief of Staff
Pano
2025 - 2025
Led AI transformation project. Supported GTM team.
Emerging Markets Venture Capital
Alter Global
2024 - 2024
Invested in early-stage startups in Vietnam, Indonesia, and Philippines.
Venture Capital
Starlight Ventures
2023 - 2023
Invested in early-stage startups in AI, space, biotech, materials, energy, climate, and compute.
Army Officer
US Army
2015 - 2023
Part of high-performing, selective units.
Education
Harvard Kennedy School
Master of Public Administration - MPA
2023 - 2026
Stanford Graduate School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2023 - 2025
Activities and societies: Friend of Arjay Miller Committee; Rugby; Teaching Assistant, STRAMGT 582 - H.R. McMaster
United States Military Academy
Bachelor Degree, Political Science and Portuguese
2011 - 2015
Military Academy Liaison Officer - Admissions Representative - Coach, mentor, and recruit prospective candidates. Conduct interviews on behalf of the academy and congressional offices to assess potential for future service.
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Overall Rating
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Walter has helped clients get into these schools: