MBA Admissions Consultants, Events, & Resources

MBA admissions and recruiting are ultimately storytelling exercises. The strongest candidates aren't always the ones with the most prestigious backgrounds—they're the ones who can clearly articulate their impact, leadership, and future ambitions. You don't need to have cured cancer or founded a unicorn. You need a compelling, authentic story that clearly demonstrates your impact, motivations, and future ambitions. I work with applicants on MBA applications, resumes, interview preparation, and career strategy. Together, we'll identify the experiences that truly differentiate you, craft a cohesive personal story, and position your profile in a way that feels authentic and compelling. Successful applications don't simply list accomplishments—they tell a coherent story that aligns your past experiences, current motivations, and future goals with what a particular school is looking for. I help candidates identify the archetype that best fits their profile and build a narrative that is both authentic and strategically positioned. I'll give honest feedback, challenge weak narratives, and help you put forward the strongest version of yourself. Whether you're targeting top MBA programs, transitioning into tech, or exploring your next career move, I'll help you approach the process with clarity and confidence.

My approach to coaching comes from lived experience, not theory. I recently navigated the graduate admissions process myself and earned offers from the following top programs: The University of Toronto Masters of Science in Applied Computing, Carnegie Mellon Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence Engineering, Columbia Dual MBA/Executive MS: Engineering & Applied Science, UC Berkeley Electric Engineering & Computer Sciences Master of Engineering, and Carnegie Mellon Master of Science in Machine Learning program. I have confirmed my decision to attend the Machine Learning program at Carnegie Mellon this fall. Before that, I graduated Summa Cum Laude from UT Austin with a 3.96 GPA in Computer Science. I know firsthand what it takes to build a compelling application because I have done it across both technical and business programs. My strength is narrative strategy. I help you identify the through line in your experiences, position your story for the specific program type you are targeting, and write essays that are punchy, defensible, and free of inflated claims. Beyond admissions, I bring real-world credibility as someone that has worked at startups, big companies, and nonprofits as well as research experience. I will give you honest assessments, not validation, and I will work with you draft by draft until every word earns its place.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from the Carlson School of Management and extensive experience on student admission committees, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the MBA admissions process. As a Lead Product Manager at Amazon, I have honed my skills in product strategy, compliance, and risk management, which I leverage to guide clients through the complexities of MBA applications. My background in finance and product development, combined with my experience at top firms like Thomson Reuters and Skye Bank, equips me to provide strategic insights and personalized coaching. Whether you need help with application strategy, essay crafting, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you succeed. Let's connect and make your MBA dreams a reality!

Hi there! My name is Maria Curry, and I'm a recent graduate from Harvard Business School. Prior to HBS, I graduated from the dual-degree Huntsman Program at the University of Pennsylvania (Wharton & the College), where I studied Finance and International Studies, with a minor in Spanish. After undergrad, I worked in investment banking at Morgan Stanley and later in growth equity as an investor in the tech sector. At HBS, I explored my passion for the entertainment and media industry, interning at Prime Video for the summer, and have recently joined a sports ownership group for full-time in a strategy role. As someone who has attended two highly selective educational institutions and pursued an early career in traditional finance roles before transitioning into the media, entertainment, and sports industry, I'm happy to help YOU at every stage of the MBA admissions process - from building your initial school list and providing advice on essay writing, to strengthening your overall application and weighing your final offers - as well as with broader career navigation. Feel free to sign-up for some time!

Business school has the potential to change the trajectory of your life. I know because it changed mine. As a first-generation college graduate who grew up in public housing, I learned early that talent alone isn't enough. Opportunities often come to those who can clearly communicate their potential, connect seemingly unrelated experiences into a compelling narrative, and articulate a vision for the future. That's exactly what admissions committees are looking for. My career has taken me from structured finance at Wells Fargo Securities to distressed investing at Lone Star Funds, real estate development at Trammell Crow Company, affordable housing and community development, entrepreneurship as the founder of Meridian Advisory, and public policy through my Executive Master's studies at the London School of Economics. I also serve as Director of Financial Wellbeing at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and teach Real Estate Capital Markets as an adjunct instructor at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. Those experiences have shown me that the strongest applications aren't built around impressive resumes. They're built around authentic stories with a clear sense of purpose. As your coach, I'll help you identify what makes your journey distinctive, refine your leadership narrative, and present your experiences with clarity and confidence. Whether we're working on school selection, essays, resumes, interviews, or overall application strategy, my goal is to ensure your application reflects your highest potential, not what you think an admissions committee wants to hear. I work especially well with applicants who have complex or unconventional backgrounds, including first-generation students, career pivoters, finance and real estate professionals, public sector leaders, entrepreneurs, military veterans, and applicants seeking to connect technical expertise with a compelling leadership story. My coaching style is thoughtful, candid, and collaborative. I'll challenge your assumptions, ask difficult questions, and help you uncover the themes that connect your experiences into a narrative that is both authentic and memorable. Admissions committees aren't simply evaluating where you've been. They're investing in where you're going. My role is to help you tell that story in a way that reflects who you are and the impact you aspire to make.

As a Kellogg MBA graduate and former Bain Consultant, I bring a wealth of experience in strategic management and operations to my coaching. My journey through top-tier companies like Bain and Walmart has equipped me with the insights and skills necessary to guide you through the MBA admissions process. I've helped numerous clients refine their application strategies, craft compelling essays, and prepare for interviews, ensuring they present their best selves to admissions committees. Whether you're looking to enhance your application or need guidance on navigating the competitive landscape of MBA admissions, I'm here to help. Let's connect and chart a path to your dream business school!

As an MBA graduate at The Wharton School and an MA graduate at The Lauder Institute, I bring a unique blend of business acumen and international perspective to my coaching. I targeted joint degree programs in International Relations/Public Policy and was also admitted to Columbia MBA/SIPA, Yale MBA/SIPA, Harvard Kennedy School, and LSE. My professional journey includes international and impact-focused roles such as an MBA Strategy Intern at Brazilian climate-tech Courageous Land, an Investment Associate with Wharton Impact Investing Partners, and a Summer Associate at Arborview Capital, all of which have honed my strategic and analytical skills. I successfully completed the transition to impact investing through grad school and am now at JPMorgan Chase on the Impact Finance team. With experience in emerging markets sales and trading at Jefferies, I have a deep understanding of the competitive landscape and what it takes to succeed. I am passionate about helping aspiring MBA students navigate the admissions process and achieve their educational goals. Let's connect and craft a winning application strategy together!

Recently graduated from Harvard Business School (HBS) with an MBA. Applied to three MBA programs and was accepted to all three: Stanford GSB, Harvard Business School, and UC Berkeley Haas.

I bring a combination of top tier academic credentials, consulting experience, and firsthand admissions success that allows me to coach MBA applicants with both strategy and empathy. I earned my MBA from INSEAD, one of the world's leading business schools, and successfully navigated a highly competitive admissions process as an international applicant. Professionally, I worked as a Management Consultant in the Private Equity practice at Bain & Company in London (where I also involved in the recruitment program for fresh consultants) before joining Sana Labs in a GTM leadership role. Sana Labs was later acquired by Workday in one of Europe's largest AI acquisitions, giving me firsthand experience in a fast growing, high impact technology company. Throughout my career, I have interviewed candidates, mentored professionals, and helped peers refine their applications, essays, resumes, and interview preparation. I understand what top business schools look for beyond strong test scores, including clarity of purpose, authentic storytelling, leadership potential, and career vision. Whether you're applying to INSEAD, LBS, or other leading MBA programs, I'll help you build an application that is compelling, differentiated, and true to your story.

I hold an MBA from the Yale School of Management, where I concentrated in Management Science. I was admitted to three of the four MBA programs I applied to — Yale, Kellogg, and NYU Stern — and ultimately chose Yale. Prior to business school, I spent nearly five years in advisory and finance roles, including as an Advisory Consultant at Deloitte, an Analyst at Goldin Associates, and a Consultant at Capco, where I led workstreams for Tier 1 global banks. I also completed a summer in Public Finance and Infrastructure Banking at BMO Capital Markets. Following my undergraduate studies at NYU Stern, I returned to the school as a Corporate Finance Teaching Fellow. During my MBA at Yale, I served as a Teaching Assistant for Competitive Strategy and for Basics of Accounting and Economics, and was President of the General Management Club. I also competed in several case competitions, placing 2nd in the DraftKings Innovation Challenge and advancing to the semifinals of the Paramount Media and Entertainment Case Competition. Since graduating, I have built my career across Big Tech and strategy consulting: I completed Amazon's Finance Leadership Development Program and worked as a Finance Manager within Global Customer Development; served as an Engagement Manager at SIA, leading enterprise cost-transformation work for a self-regulatory organization; and currently work as a Manager at Synpulse, developing strategic plans for banking clients. This range allows me to speak credibly with early-career professionals pursuing careers in consulting, banking, or technology.