Management Consulting Coaches, Events, and Resources

Hi! My name is Khushi, and I'm currently a senior at UNC Chapel Hill studying Business, Economics, and Data Science. I came into college without even knowing what consulting was, and now I'm three internships deep—with two summers at Deloitte, another at BCG, and experience as president of a consulting club at UNC. I've also participated in early college programs with Bain, DE Shaw, Accenture, Truist, and more. Having navigated the recruiting trenches for college clubs, internships, and diversity programs, I can confidently say I've found the right career path (for now!) and want to help others do the same. I wouldn't have made it without the mentorship and support I received, so now I'm excited to provide that guidance through Leland. Whether you're deciding if consulting is right for you, prepping for behavioral or case interviews, tackling online assessments, or mastering networking, I'd love to support you!

I specialize in helping candidates win MBB offers by mastering the case interview. I spent three years at McKinsey & Company, where my final role included leading recruiting for the entire state of Michigan, giving me direct insight into what actually differentiates successful candidates in interviews. I also earned cross-offers from multiple MBB firms, so I understand the process from the inside at the highest level. For the past three years, I have coached candidates through real MBB case preparation with an 85% placement rate (17 of 20). My coaching is highly structured, rigorous, and practical, built around how MBB interviewers think, score, and decide

Having broken into strategy consulting from a non-traditional (engineering) background, I understand the nuances of the undergraduate consulting recruiting process and bring a fresh perspective on what it takes to succeed in today's competitive landscape. I've mentored dozens of college students to land offers from top firms and have given over 100 case interviews along the way. My experience leading two of the largest consulting organizations at my university and hosting recruiting events at Accenture has equipped me with invaluable insights and strategies. I offer personalized case and interview preparation plans tailored to enhancing your strengths and addressing any improvement areas. Let’s work together to unlock your full potential and crush the recruiting process!

As a McKinsey alum and graduate of Wharton (B.S. Economics) and Oxford (MBA), I’ve seen firsthand what it takes to break into and thrive at top consulting firms. At McKinsey, I advised Fortune 100 clients on growth strategy and commercial due diligence across industries, leading high-impact initiatives from Agile transformations to market expansion. I’m passionate about mentoring aspiring consultants, whether it’s navigating the case interview process, building a standout application, or succeeding on the job. My goal is to help you develop the skills and confidence to land your dream offer and excel in your consulting career.

I am a non-traditional student from a community college with a background in science and entrepreneurship who landed my dream role at McKinsey after learning about management consulting only a few months prior and thrilled to help others find their case prep and interview strategy to ace the process.

10+ years of experience in Strategy Consulting (Kearney)

Welcome to my profile! As an incoming Business Analyst at McKinsey & Company and a former Consulting Intern at PwC, I bring firsthand experience from top consulting firms to help you navigate the competitive landscape of management consulting. My journey through Georgia Institute of Technology has equipped me with a strong analytical foundation, and I am eager to share insights and strategies that have proven successful in my own career. Whether you're preparing for case interviews or refining your resume and cover letter, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and craft a personalized plan to help you achieve your consulting career goals!

Welcome, bienvenidos, bem-vindos! I'm a former management consultant at McKinsey & Company with almost 5 years at the firm across the United States and Latin America - whether you need help with case interview preparation, resume optimization, or behavioral interview techniques, I'm happy to help guide you - I even interviewed more than 40 candidates for Analyst and Associate roles (including summer internships) during my time at McKinsey! Additionally, I am trilingual - I'm a native English speaker originally from the United States, but I have lived and worked in Mexico and Brazil and am happy to help out in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Please feel free to reach out!

✨WHY CHOOSE MELANIE? Known as the "Case Assassin" at Columbia Business School, I successfully traded in a career as a Fashionista to McKinsey consultant, securing the MBA Summer Internship and Full-time Offer. Not only have I achieved MBB offers myself, but I also am a Professional ICF Certified Coach with proven experience coaching applicants to offers; and have deep interview and public speaking experience as a TEDx speaker on Executive Presence. ✨WHO I WORK WITH: • Traditional and Non-Traditional Candidates • Diverse Applicants including POC, Veterans, and LGBTQIA+ • Candidates with High and Low Test Scores • Masters, Undergraduate, and Experienced Hire Candidates ✨SCHEDULE YOUR FREE CONSULTATION: Contact Melanie Espeland for your free consultation today.

I didn’t take the traditional path into consulting. I began my career in Audit at Deloitte, then made an internal pivot into Strategy Consulting, where I led high-impact projects for global clients and partnered with senior stakeholders to drive operational improvements. That experience taught me how to position myself without a classic “case interview” route and more importantly, how to translate non-consulting skills into a compelling, credible story. Now, as an MBA student at London Business School, I help aspiring consultants, especially career changers, navigate the process with confidence. I can support you in crafting your consulting narrative, building a networking strategy that actually gets replies, and learning how to “speak the language” of a consultant when you come from another industry. I also coach on the softer but equally important side: what a day in consulting really looks like, what top firms value in new hires, and how to highlight those skills in interviews and coffee chats. Whether you're breaking in through a traditional path or carving your own, I'm here to help you stand out and stay true to your story.