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I'm a Wharton MBA and Palmer Scholar (top 5% of my graduating class), and I've spent years helping high-performing professionals navigate some of the most competitive admissions and career processes in the world. As a candidate, I successfully earned admission to a top MBA program. As a consultant and leader at BCG, I spent more than a decade mentoring and advising consultants pursuing MBA programs, helping them develop compelling applications, articulate their leadership stories, and position themselves for success at top business schools. Many of those candidates went on to earn admission to leading programs including Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, Kellogg, Booth, MIT Sloan, NYU Stern, and Said. What makes my perspective unique is that I've also spent years on the other side of the table. As a former BCG Partner, I hired, mentored, and developed dozens of MBA graduates throughout their careers. I understand not only what top business schools are looking for in applicants, but also what employers expect from MBA talent once they arrive on campus and beyond. Whether you're applying to an M7 program, evaluating your school strategy, refining your resume, developing your personal narrative, preparing for interviews, or deciding between offers, I can help you present the strongest and most authentic version of your story. MBA admissions is ultimately about more than credentials—it's about demonstrating leadership, impact, self-awareness, and future potential. I'll help you do exactly that.

I've helped over 1000 applicants from around the world get into Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, INSEAD, and every other top program you can name. I’m Ellin Lolis, founder of Ellin Lolis Consulting, a global MBA admissions firm with a 98.9% success rate. I’ve spent the last 10+ years guiding applicants with a proven, step-by-step methodology that simplifies the process and maximizes results. As a certified career coach and award-winning writer, my approach helps you craft a powerful personal brand, connect your story and values to each program, and submit applications that actually get you in. Clients often say I treat their application like my own. That’s because I do. I bring the same level of strategic precision and emotional support to every engagement, pushing you to deliver your best work while helping you stay grounded and confident along the way. I've collaborated with a range of different clients from every continent, including clients with low GMAT scores, 40+, traditional IB/MBB applicants, and even non-traditional applicants like nuclear scientists and sports journalists. For each, I helped them find their unique voice that helped them stand out in the crowded admissions space. If you’re aiming high and want a coach with the track record, tools, and heart to get you there, I’d love to work with you.

I've helped over five applicants in the last two years gain admission to Wharton with funding ranging from 25% to full-tuition scholarships, and have coached peers into top 10 MBA and master’s programs—many with significant scholarship offers. I specialize in helping applicants craft compelling, authentic stories that clearly show how an MBA aligns with their personal and professional goals. My expertise in storytelling was sharpened through years of securing nationally competitive fellowships, including the PPIA Junior Summer Institute at Princeton and the Harvard Kennedy School’s PPLC Fellowship. If you’re looking for a coach who will help you connect the dots between your experiences, aspirations, and the MBA journey, I’d love to support you.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from Oxford's Said Business School, where I was a Skoll Scholar and winner of the Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investment Challenge, I bring a wealth of experience in both business and social impact. My professional journey includes roles at McKinsey & Company as a GenAI Fellow and Senior Consultant, where I honed my skills in strategic consulting and innovation. As a co-founder of HiveLend and a founding team member at Rabobank's Project ACORN, I have a strong background in entrepreneurship and sustainable development. I am passionate about helping aspiring MBA candidates craft compelling applications that highlight their unique strengths and potential. Let's work together to make your MBA dreams a reality!

With ~5 years experience in consulting at Bain & Co and Deloitte, I have helped 10+ students crack consulting case interviews with confidence. Now, having just started my MBA at Columbia in New York, I am helping applicants navigate the intense business school admissions process and stand out at every stage - leveraging my successful essays and recommendation letters as inspiration! Focus areas include: - Preparing for the GMAT - Crafting a compelling CV and personal essays - Gathering effective recommendation letters - Nailing interviews - Building smart, effective relationships with alumni and admissions Scoring in the top 3% in the GMAT exam (685 Focus Score / 740 Classic Score), I am well-positioned to support this area in particular - whether you are at the very start of your prep journey or approaching test day and want some last-minute tutoring to settle your nerves! Focus areas include: - Crafting effective study plans - Optimising exam strategy - Drilling on tricky problems

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from the Tuck School of Business, (with a full-ride scholarship) where I also interviewed prospective candidates, I bring a wealth of experience in strategy and management to my coaching. My professional journey includes roles in corporate strategy at Kimberly-Clark and Tyson Foods, as well as management consulting at EY-Parthenon, where I led over 50 private equity due diligence and growth strategy projects. With acceptance into several top MBA programs, including Kellogg School of Management (MBA + JD), Yale School of Management (with a full-ride scholarship), Duke University, and Georgetown University, I bring breadth and depth in familiarity of the overall MBA application process as well as nuanced application strategies for specific schools. I've successfully coached 18 individuals, helping them navigate the competitive MBA admissions process with tailored strategies and insights. If you're looking to craft a standout application and gain admission to your dream business school, feel free to reach out!

Welcome to my profile! As an incoming MBA candidate at The Wharton School and a Columbia University graduate with a BA in Financial Economics and Sustainable Development, I bring a wealth of experience to the table. I recently navigated the MBA application process by myself and successfully got into all the top schools I applied to such as Wharton, Booth, and LBS. I'm here to help you craft a standout application and navigate the MBA admissions process with confidence. Let's connect and work together to achieve your MBA goals!

Hi, I'm James. I earned my MBA from Stanford GSB in 2025. I also got into HBS and MIT Sloan. Going through the application process taught me what each school looks for, including the specific do's and don'ts. I've read hundreds of resumes and admissions essays, so I know what works and what doesn't. I've helped more than 50 applicants get into schools like HBS, GSB, Wharton, and MIT Sloan. Let me help you! Whether you're still deciding if business school is right for you, already deep in your applications, or somewhere in between, I'd be honored to work together.

Coached candidates on essay and personal value prop positioning for top MBA programs - successfully accepted at HBS, GSB, Wharton, Kellogg

Welcome! I’m an incoming MBA candidate at Columbia Business School and a graduate of the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business. Having been admitted to every MBA program where I interviewed, including Columbia, Chicago Booth, MIT Sloan, and Yale SOM, I understand what it takes to build an authentic and compelling application. Beyond admissions, I’ve built a sustainable activewear company, Crave Active, and led AI-driven initiatives as a Program Manager at Zillow. My experiences as an entrepreneur and operator have shaped how I approach storytelling: every applicant has a unique journey, and the strongest applications bring that story to life. I’m here to help you uncover what makes you stand out, connect your experiences to your passions and goals, and approach the MBA process with confidence.