MBA Admissions

I have advised 100+ applicants pursuing MBA and/or MPP applications to top institutions, helping applications secure admissions and a combined $500,000+ in scholarship money. Yes, that's over 10 candidates a year, with most of them receiving some form of financial aid! I will help you ethically secure scholarship funding where possible post-admissions (I.e., only after you've decided which school you'd like to attend!).

Tatiana Bouri is a first-year MBA student at Stanford GSB, where she was admitted as a Consortium Fellow and Forté Fellow. She was also granted admission to Kellogg, Booth, Columbia, and Haas. Before business school, Tatiana spent three years at BCG working across healthcare, public sector, and social impact, before pivoting to Maven Clinic where she led go-to-market and payer growth strategy. Her experience spanning strategy consulting, high-growth startups, and now Stanford GSB gives her a well-rounded perspective on what top programs are looking for and how to help candidates get there. Whether you're building your school list, shaping your narrative, or tackling essays, Tatiana will help you cut through the noise and present the most powerful version of yourself.

Hi, I’m Claire — one of Leland’s fastest-growing coaches and a Knight-Hennessy Scholar at Stanford. As a GSB + HBS deferred admit, I’ve helped 100+ applicants from all backgrounds earn 200+ admits across every M7 school — and many more. I bring insider perspective as a current MBA + MA in Education student, and professional experience from Bain, Silver Lake, Nike, and Eniac Ventures. I know how to position your story with authenticity and impact — and I don’t just help you brainstorm ideas, I teach you how to deliver them with confidence. I’m a storytelling nerd, an interview wizard, and a coach who knows how to help you win. Let’s turn your story into your superpower — and get you into your dream school.

I've been coaching MBA and EMBA applicants since 2006 — which means I've worked through more admissions cycles, essay prompts, and school pivots than I can count. Poets & Quants has recognized me as a Top Consultant three times. Clients have called the work "transformative" and "the best help I never knew I needed." What I actually do: I help people find their story. Not the version they think they're supposed to tell, but the one that's true and specific and stops an admissions reader cold. That's harder than it sounds, and it's where most applications fall apart. My background is unusual for this field. I'm a Columbia MBA and a Columbia English major — and a former magazine editor. I'm also an ICF-certified leadership coach. That combination means I bring genuine writing craft and genuine coaching depth to every engagement, not just admissions strategy. My clients have come from consulting, banking, medicine, the military, entrepreneurship, filmmaking, and family business. They've gone on to HBS, Stanford, Wharton, Columbia, and programs across Europe and Asia. I work in English and Italian.

I am a current Harvard Business School MBA (Class of 2027) who worked at Citadel as a long/short equity investor, and I know firsthand how hard the path to get here is. I was admitted to both HBS and Stanford GSB in Round 1 from a non-target undergraduate institution (American University of Beirut), which means I understand exactly how to craft a differentiated application when you are not coming from a brand-name feeder school. The story, the framing, and the narrative arc matter enormously, and I can help you find yours. Before HBS, I spent four years at BCG, becoming the youngest Project Leader in BCG Middle East history with three fast-track promotions, consistently ranking in the top 3% of my global cohort. I worked across healthcare and private equity, and was selected for the CEO's Office to define BCG's global GenAI strategy. I also founded my own investment holding company, achieving a 20% IRR on a real estate portfolio and a 24% IRR on a public markets fund. I can help you with MBA admissions strategy, including school selection, positioning, and essay narrative for M7 programs. I also coach on HBS and GSB applications specifically, as someone who got into both in Round 1. For those targeting consulting, I offer MBB recruiting and case interview prep as a former BCG Project Leader who has interviewed and promoted junior talent. And for those pursuing investing careers, I offer buy-side coaching as someone who worked at Citadel as a long/short equity investor. Whether you are from a non-traditional background, an international applicant, or a consultant trying to stand out in a crowded pool, I have been exactly where you are.

Welcome to my profile! I'm John, a seasoned MBA admissions coach with over 17 years of experience helping clients gain admission to top 7 business schools. With a rich background in global brand management at companies like Procter & Gamble, Brinker International and Yum! Brands, I bring strategic marketing insights to craft compelling and unique narratives for each applicant. My multicultural upbringing and fluency in English, Spanish, and Arabic allow me to connect deeply with clients from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a personalized coaching approach. Let's work together to differentiate your application and make your story stand out to admissions committees including, but not limited to the following MBA Programs: Kellogg Harvard Stanford Booth MIT Sloan Wharton INSEAD Fuqua Haas McCombs UNC Kenan-Flager UCLA Anderson I look forward to working together and crafting your story to get you in your dream MBA program!

I am a Harvard Business School graduate and have helped over ten students through their application journey over the past couple years. I create a tailored coaching program to fit your specific situation and guide you through the application and interview process. As an international student with a finance background I know exactly what it takes to stand out among all other applicants. I look forward to working with you!

I’m a Stanford Graduate School of Business MBA and former admissions committee member at Tufts University. I help nontraditional MBA applicants get into top programs without prior work experiences in consulting, banking, or tech. I’ve been on both sides of the table. I know how applications are actually evaluated, where nontraditional candidates lose signal, and how to translate unconventional experience into a narrative admissions committees respect. My work focuses on strategy, positioning, and storytelling to turn your experiences into clear admissions leverage. If you don’t fit the "traditional" MBA mold, I will help you find a way to win anyway.

I was admitted to HBS and Stanford GSB through the deferred/2+2 program. After that, I founded Deferred MBA Consulting and have helped hundreds of clients with their applications. Ultimately, learnings from Deferred MBA laid the foundation for Leland. Since most of my time is spent building Leland, I'm best working with clients who don't need intensive coaching in a short amount of time. I love working with clients who have strong backgrounds but just need a few hours of time on application strategy, essays, recommender selection/prep, and interviews.

Welcome to my profile! As an expert admissions coach, I specialize in helping individuals with non-traditional backgrounds craft compelling narratives for top MBA programs. With an MBA from Harvard Business School and a Master's in Public Policy from Harvard Kennedy School, I bring a unique perspective to the application process. My clients have successfully gained admission to prestigious institutions such as HBS, MIT Sloan, Tuck, Stanford, and Wharton. I focus on a holistic approach, ensuring that every part of your application tells your authentic story, particularly addressing the critical "Why MBA" and "Why Now" questions. Having coached over 30 clients, I am passionate about helping you unpack your personal story and achieve your dream of attending a top business school. Reach out to start your journey today!