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My applicants have been admitted to schools including GSB, HBS, Wharton, Sloan, Kellogg, Ross, Cornell, Booth, Haas, Columbia, & Rice. Across first-time applicants, reapplicants, and deferred applicants, they have received hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships. Aside from my experience coaching MBA candidates, I have spent my post-GSB time consulting for founders, early-stage startups, and investors across for-profit and non-profit spaces globally. This has allowed me to uniquely guide current or aspiring entrepreneurs and investors throughout the application process and, for numerous clients, beyond as I’ve continued to be a resource helping to navigate questions regarding financial aid, maximizing the MBA experience, internships, and post-MBA careers. The application process is not easy and for most, including myself when I applied, it’s straight up stressful. I work closely with a limited number of clients, creating bespoke coaching experiences for each, building trust and bringing clarity to an opaque process. I believe this approach has helped my applicants be successful. Whether you’re coming from a traditional background or not, regardless of your test scores or application ‘gaps,’ if you’re interested in showing the best version of you possible and having someone fully on your team along the way please reach out.

Hi! I'm a Jones MBA graduate (Rice University) with admissions experience at Rice, a significant background in industrial equipment and private equity, and a special talent for writing and editing. I would love to join you and be a part of your application and admissions journey. I have been helping family, friends and friends-of-friends throughout different points of application processes for years and am excited to join Leland as a coach to help people that are willing to put in max effort throughout their own application process. I will be your teammate, providing structure, input and knowledge from my own experiences (editing hundreds of resume’s / essays / correspondence) as well as my own perspectives from being on the admissions side (conducting interviews / reviewing resumes / working with admissions). I am currently the CAO at Race Rock, a Houston, TX based manufacturer of critical infrastructure products and solutions with a nationwide presence. Before my current role at Race Rock, I was the Chief of Staff to the Chairman and CEO of Hoover Ferguson, now Hoover CS, a fully integrated provider of chemical tanks, cargo carrying units, catalyst bins, modular containers and other related rental products and services to the global energy, petrochemical and general industrial end markets. I've been coaching for over 10 years and am excited to join Leland to expand the scope of my coaching capabilities. I have reviewed hundreds of resumes for editing purposes while also reading hundreds of resumes and applications on the admissions side. I have put my undergraduate degree in English to use on a daily basis with writing and editing creation of emails, press releases, letters, presentations, essays, write ups and more! As your admissions coach, I act as your teammate, providing structure to the application process and helping you craft materials that are authentic, professional, and concise. I work well with all candidates, but am especially a good fit for those who are willing to put in the work to fine tune and hone in on a broadly thought out approach. Let's do this!

Welcome to my profile! I'm Thomas, an MBA candidate at the Kellogg School of Management and a seasoned professional with diverse experience in business development and growth strategy. With a background that includes roles at CrossBoundary, Capsule, and Bboxx, I bring a wealth of real-world insights to my coaching. Whether you need help with application strategy, essays, or interview prep, I'm here to help you achieve your MBA dreams. Let's connect and craft a winning application together!

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management and extensive experience at Google, I bring a wealth of knowledge in leadership development, performance management, and strategic organizational growth. My background as a People Consultant and Recruiter at Google has equipped me with the skills to guide MBA applicants through the complexities of the admissions process, focusing on crafting compelling narratives and showcasing leadership potential. I have a proven track record of mentoring candidates to highlight their unique strengths and align their applications with top business schools' expectations. Let's work together to make your MBA application stand out and achieve your academic and career goals. Reach out to start your journey!

As a Columbia Business School MBA graduate with Dean's Top honors, I bring unparalleled insight into the application, interview, and career advancement processes for elite MBA programs. My academic journey is complemented by: Dual admissions to The Wharton School and Columbia Business School, showcasing my understanding of competitive application strategies. Recognition for excellence, including being among the top 3% of international graduates at Columbia Business School, with multiple scholarships and distinctions. Real-world experience as a serial entrepreneur and executive, leveraging an MBA education to build ventures with cumulative valuations exceeding $600M. My coaching approach equips candidates with: Comprehensive application strategies tailored to their unique profiles. Interview preparation to highlight leadership, analytical thinking, and a clear vision for leveraging the MBA. Post-admission career coaching, leveraging my extensive network across finance, technology, and entrepreneurship. Let me guide you to achieve your MBA goals with proven strategies and actionable insights.

4+ years of MBA and GMAT consulting experience. Have supported more than 50 applicants applying to M7 schools. Former US Army Officer.

If you're coming from a highly competitive/overrepresented background for top MBA programs (MBB, LMM/MM PE/VC, straight white male, etc.) then I'm your huckleberry. I'm John, an MBA and MBB case interview coach with admits to Stanford GSB, Wharton, Booth, and Kellogg (and an interview from Harvard--nearly got all the infinity stones!). I can walk you through differentiating your profile, application strategy, interviewing flawlessly, and deciding which school to choose after you secure admission at all your top choices.

Hi! I'm a recent graduate of Columbia Business School with 10+ years experience in mentoring students. Pursuing an MBA had always been a dream of mine, and during my own application process, I leaned on my network of mentors and coaches for valuable guidance. Having realized my dream of attending business school at Columbia, I'm now excited and well-prepared to pay it forward by sharing the knowledge and personal experiences I've gained to assist others on their own MBA journeys. Over the past few years, I've helped edit 30+ applications (e.g. interview prep, editing resumes, reviewing personal statements), with a 93%+ success rate.

Welcome to my profile! With over two decades of experience in MBA admissions and marketing consulting, I bring a wealth of knowledge to help you navigate the competitive landscape of business school applications. As the founder of my own consulting firm, I've successfully guided clients to top programs worldwide, including Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, and INSEAD. My unique background includes serving as an admissions reader at Johns Hopkins University and as the Director of Admissions at the University of Bath, where I evaluated applications from diverse international candidates. I specialize in crafting compelling narratives that resonate with admissions committees, drawing from my own experiences as both a part-time and full-time MBA student. Let's work together to create a standout application that reflects your unique story and aspirations. Reach out to start your journey to a top MBA program!

I was admitted to HBS in the 2022 cycle, despite having a lower-than-average GMAT, being a first-generation college student, and not hiring a consultant for myself. I'm now a recent graduate from Harvard Business School with extensive experience coaching friends and clients through their MBA applications over the last two years. I was one of six students from my year chosen to participate in HBS' admissions committee, where I supported the admissions team with welcoming students to campus and sharing advice on applying to HBS. Meanwhile, I was actively supporting my friends in their business school ambitions, who are attending HBS, Sloan, Wharton, and Anderson. During the last two MBA application cycles, I have helped at least one client get accepted into all M7 schools. Out of my clients, 5 will be attending HBS, 3 at GSB, 1 at Wharton, 2 at Sloan, 2 at Booth, 1 at Columbia, and 0 for Kellogg (maybe this year). I work full-time at Bain as a consultant, so this is simply something that I'm passionate about and want to continue doing on the side. I ask that if you're coming to me you're serious about applying and working through this process together, as I don't anticipate taking too many clients this year.