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Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from the Paul Merage School of Business and a BS in Materials Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, I bring a wealth of experience to my role as a Consultant at Leland. Since 2007, I've been dedicated to helping aspiring professionals gain admission to top-tier Master's programs by providing personalized application strategies, school selection guidance, essay advice, resume preparation, and interview training. My extensive background in engineering, product management, and business development, combined with my passion for mentoring, equips me to help clients craft compelling applications that stand out. Let's work together to achieve your academic and career goals—reach out to start your journey today!

I help applicants connect their background, work, and goals into authentic MBA application narratives. I went from rural Virginia to Intuit to Stanford GSB and now Chief of Staff at a pioneering nonprofit. At GSB, I focused on social entrepreneurship and piloted a wellness marketplace for underserved BIPOC communities. I've successfully navigated applications through Consortium and beyond. I'm particularly effective with applicants transitioning between corporate tech and social impact, discussing personal challenges authentically, or coming from underrepresented backgrounds. I'm new to professional coaching but have years of mentoring experience through my Spark scholarship program and bring fresh perspective from recently completing this process myself.

Having earned my Masters and PhD from Stanford University, I am deeply familiar with every aspect of the admissions process, from writing personal and research statements to standardized testing, and creating a strategy for successful recommendation letters. I have also worked closely with undergraduate students throughout each step, resulting in acceptances from colleges such as Columbia University, Cornell University, and the London School of Economics. Throughout my time in academia, I have mentored students in various capacities, from career coaching to in-depth research project development, over the course of months and even years. If you are looking for customized and thoughtful coaching backed by extensive first-hand experience, I am happy to help!

Grad student at Stanford thanks to a full-ride scholarship. Wide experience on applications to grad school, grad school tests (GRE and GMAT), applications to management consulting (McKinsey), investment banking (Morgan Stanley) and startups. My coaching began when I founded my academy for my peers at university. 300+ students after, I have coached many of these in their professional and grad student applications. Reach out to see how you can land the next success! (bonus points for Spanish-speaking students)

I’m a CMU Master of Science in Software Management (MSSM) graduate and former Student Admissions Ambassador who has coached candidates into product, software, data, and tech-business master’s programs. My approach blends product strategy, engineering leadership, and business storytelling: we clarify your career narrative, craft impact-driven resumes and statements, and align target schools with your skill gaps and goals. I’ve led applicants end-to-end from discovery and school selection to essays, referrals, interviews, and final decisions. I specialize in PM/Software/Data tracks and international student guidance (program fit, funding, visas, internships, and U.S. recruiting). If you want tactical, industry-grounded coaching with clear milestones and accountability, I’m in your corner.

Welcome to my profile! With a PhD in German from Harvard University and decades of working with young adults seeking admission to graduate programs, I bring a wealth of academic and advisory experience to my coaching. As the Associate Dean for Fellowships and Research at a top-tier college, I have advised application processes for nationally competitive fellowships and graduate programs, helping students navigate the complexities of MA and PhD applications. My extensive background in academia, including teaching and administrative roles, equips me with the insights needed to guide you through your graduate admissions journey. Whether you need help with application strategy, research proposals, or interview preparation, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's connect and make your aspirations a reality!

I have helped over 100 candidates gain admission to Master’s programs at Columbia, NYU, USC, King’s College London, SOAS, Sciences Po, and other top universities across the US, UK, and Europe. Many of my clients are applying across borders or in a second language. On paper, they may already look strong. What they need is help shaping a clear, distinctive story that shows admissions committees not just what they have done, but how they think, what drives them, and why they belong in the room. I work across disciplines including business, communication and media, education, and the humanities. What these programs are looking for is not just achievement, but clarity, intellectual maturity, and perspective. I help you identify what makes you stand out and communicate it in a way that is thoughtful, confident, and memorable.

I coach applicants to master’s programs by combining firsthand academic experience, admissions insight, and structured application strategy. I earned my Master’s in Chemical Engineering at Columbia University as a fully funded scholar with a stipend, where I conducted research in an electrochemical solar fuels lab and published a manuscript on seawater electrolysis. This background allows me to guide candidates applying to technical, research-driven, and interdisciplinary master’s programs with clarity on academic fit, faculty alignment, and research positioning. In addition to my academic training, I have served on the University of Bradford admissions committee, giving me direct exposure to how graduate applications are evaluated and what differentiates strong candidates from average ones. I am currently an MBA candidate at The Wharton School, serving as Student Body President, and have worked in strategic and product roles at organizations such as Amazon and TD Bank. I help clients translate complex academic, professional, and personal experiences into compelling, well-structured applications that clearly communicate impact, motivation, and program fit.

As a Ph.D. student at the University of Pennsylvania who was admitted to multiple top biomedical Ph.D. programs, I've spent years navigating the graduate admissions process and mentoring students interested in research careers. I understand what admissions committees look for and how to build an application that tells a compelling scientific story. Whether you're deciding between a master's and a Ph.D., preparing a research-focused application, or looking to strengthen your experience before applying, I can help you develop a clear strategy. Together we'll identify programs that fit your goals, refine your personal statement and CV, and create a plan that positions you for success in graduate school and beyond.

Former music major, professional pianist, arranger, composer, and member of the Tabernacle Choir. I also help students navigate the music audition process for competitive programs