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This package is designed for ambitious applicants targeting the Wharton MBA who want thoughtful, personalized guidance throughout the application process. As a Wharton MBA graduate with 15+ years of experience at leading U.S. banks, I bring both firsthand experience with the Wharton journey and a deep understanding of competitive finance and business careers. We'll work together to develop an application that authentically reflects who you are, what you've accomplished, why Wharton is the right fit for you, and what you hope to accomplish after business school. Depending on your needs, our work may include: Initial Kickoff & Profile Assessment: We'll take a deep dive into your academic, professional, and personal background, including your accomplishments, leadership experiences, career progression, goals, interests, and motivations. We'll identify the strongest themes and differentiators in your profile. Wharton Fit & Positioning: We'll explore why Wharton makes sense for your goals and how to communicate that authentically. We'll identify the aspects of your background and aspirations that can help you stand out while ensuring your story is consistent across the application. Application Strategy: We'll develop an overall strategy for presenting your candidacy, including your career narrative, key accomplishments, leadership examples, personal interests, and post-MBA goals. MBA Resume: We'll review your resume and help sharpen the way your accomplishments, leadership, impact, and career progression are communicated. The goal is to make your experience compelling and easy for the admissions committee to understand. Career Goals: We'll work through your short- and long-term career goals and develop a clear, credible narrative connecting your past experiences, Wharton MBA, and future aspirations. Essay Strategy & Brainstorming: We'll discuss the experiences, values, motivations, and perspectives that best represent you. We'll help identify the stories and themes that can differentiate your application and make your essays authentic and memorable. Essay Feedback: I'll provide thoughtful feedback on your essays, focusing on clarity, authenticity, structure, positioning, and whether the writing effectively communicates your story and personality. Application Review: We'll review your application holistically to ensure that your resume, essays, career goals, and other components tell a cohesive and compelling story. Interview Preparation: If you receive an interview invitation, we'll prepare together through mock interviews and targeted feedback. We'll work on communicating your experiences, motivations, leadership examples, career goals, and reasons for pursuing Wharton with confidence and authenticity. Final Strategy: Before submission, we'll identify any remaining gaps or opportunities to strengthen your application and make sure the overall package presents a consistent and compelling picture of you. Throughout the process, my goal is to provide candid, constructive feedback while helping you develop an application that is genuinely your own. I won't try to turn you into a stereotypical "Wharton applicant." Instead, we'll focus on understanding what makes you distinctive and ensuring that those qualities come through clearly. What you'll get from this package A clear strategy for positioning your Wharton application A deeper understanding of your unique strengths and differentiators A compelling and credible career goals narrative A polished MBA resume highlighting your impact and leadership A clear strategy for your essays and personal story Detailed feedback on your application materials A cohesive application that connects your professional experience, goals, and reasons for pursuing Wharton Mock interview preparation and personalized feedback Candid guidance from a Wharton MBA graduate with 15+ years of experience in leading U.S. banking organizations Additional details: Coaching is delivered through live 1:1 sessions and asynchronous feedback as appropriate. The engagement is customized based on your profile, goals, and application needs. My role is to provide strategic guidance, candid feedback, and perspective throughout the process while ensuring that the final application remains authentically yours.
What you'll get from this package
A clear and differentiated Wharton application positioning strategy tailored to your background, experiences, and goals
A defined essay strategy, including the key stories, themes, and experiences you should emphasize
A personalized Wharton interview preparation plan, including mock interview practice and feedback if you receive an invitation
Additional details
Coaching delivered via live sessions and .
I take a highly personalized, practical, and collaborative approach to coaching, with a particular focus on international students navigating the U.S. MBA experience and competitive post-MBA careers. As an international Wharton MBA myself, I understand firsthand the unique challenges international students can face — adapting to a new environment, positioning international experience for U.S. employers, navigating recruiting and networking, and building a career strategy in an unfamiliar market. Our work can include a mix of live phone sessions( I dont usually open my camera, unless it is absolutely required) , screen sharing, and follow-up communication between sessions. Depending on your goals, we can work together on your MBA application strategy, career goals, resume and professional positioning, networking strategy, recruiting, or interview preparation. I believe in candid, constructive feedback and practical advice grounded in real-world experience. I will challenge your thinking when appropriate, help you identify your strongest differentiators, and focus our time on the areas that can have the greatest impact. Between sessions, I can review materials you share and provide targeted feedback so that our live sessions remain focused and productive. My goal is for you to leave each session with greater clarity, specific next steps, and a practical plan for moving forward with confidence.
Services included:
Interviews
Cover Letters
Waitlist Strategy
Application Strategy
Essays
Resume
Editing
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Joined September 2026
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Welcome to my profile! As a Wharton MBA graduate with a focus on Finance, I bring firsthand experience from one of the most prestigious business schools in the world. My time at Wharton equipped me with the skills to navigate the competitive MBA admissions process and leverage a top-tier academic and professional network. In my role as Vice President at Wells Fargo, I honed my expertise in financial analysis, strategic decision-making, and risk management, which I now use to guide aspiring MBA candidates. Having successfully coached 5 individuals through their MBA journeys, I am passionate about helping you position your unique background and strengths to stand out in the admissions process. Let's connect to craft a compelling application strategy tailored to your goals!
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