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I've navigated the full MBA journey end-to-end as a career-changer: admitted to Kelley School of Business (Indiana University) after pivoting from digital marketing and agency work, then recruited into McKinsey & Company — one of the most competitive post-MBA outcomes — landing both a Summer Associate internship and a full-time Associate offer. I can help with essay strategy, school selection, resume positioning, recommender coaching, and MBA interview prep, plus the full consulting recruiting process once you're on campus. Best fit for: career-changers (especially marketing, advertising, and agency backgrounds), Kelley applicants, non-traditional candidates, and MBAs targeting MBB/tier 2 consulting.

As a current MBA student at Stanford Graduate School of Business and a Forte Fellow, I bring firsthand experience and insights into the MBA admissions process. My background includes a diverse range of professional experiences, from consulting at Boston Consulting Group to strategic roles at AlphaSights, equipping me with a comprehensive understanding of what top business schools seek in candidates. I have successfully coached 15+ individuals, helping them craft compelling applications that highlight their unique strengths and experiences. Throughout my career I have managed 10+ people and served as a mentor to many more, which helps me best support the people I work with. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you navigate the journey to your dream MBA program. Let's connect and make your MBA aspirations a reality!

As a Harvard Business School MBA graduate and former Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, I bring 12+ years of people leadership experience to helping individuals achieve their goals, from gaining admission to top MBA programs to breaking into and advancing within management consulting. I specialize in interview preparation, resume refinement, application strategy, and crafting compelling personal narratives, drawing on a cross-functional perspective across strategy, operations, and human capital. Whether you're applying to business school or aiming for a specific consulting firm, I'll help you build a strategy that's both analytically sharp and genuinely you. Let's connect and get you ready to perform under pressure.

As an alum of Harvard Business and Kennedy Schools, I navigated multiple graduate degree admissions processes. I’ve worked with candidates who have successfully applied to Harvard, Stanford, Wharton, MIT, and other top MBA programs. I started my career at Bain & Company and then worked in tech (biz ops and growth) before grad school. I have been closely involved in civic and public service opportunities including working at the US Treasury and serving as a State Delegate prior to school. While in my three-year MPP and MBA program, I worked in Venture Capital and Growth Equity investing at Norwest Venture Partners, Floodgate Ventures, and Summit Partners. I now run Growth Strategy @ Carta, a $7B tech co in Silicon Valley. I coach in my spare time because I love helping candidates distill their stories and present the best version of themselves to adcoms! When I applied, my partner was also interested in an MBA -- we wanted to maximize our chances of living in the same city during school, which led us to deeply research and contact admissions and alumni at all top 7 MBA programs to ensure we understood how we would be evaluated. After hundreds of hours of research myself, there is nothing I love more than being able to share that knowledge strategically & concisely with applicants. I particularly enjoy working with dual-degree candidates, candidates with public/non-profit sector experience and candidates interested in emerging tech and Venture Capital. As someone who applied with a partner, I can also speak to how various degree programs consider partner applications and strategy around managing dual-MBA families.

Seasoned tech professional who navigated the MBA admissions process in Europe/ Asia and transitioned careers post-MBA. Able to help candidates prepare both for MBA as well as job interviews, particularly Consulting, Tech startups, and Big Tech.

Stanford MBA / Stanford + Harvard JD admitee. I got into these programs after years of GMAT/LSAT study and concerted research on every element of the application process. I was asked to interview for Stanford MBA on day 1 and I was interviewed by Mary Barra (CEO of General Motors), so I have intimidating interview prep experience. I was accepted without being waitlisted. Looking back, I had an abysmal starting point, with a very naive concept of what a sterling essay or LoR might look like. But I meticulously sought out how to craft each element masterfully. I also developed a study plan that got me to a 770 GMAT (51 on math after a middling score) and helped me ace the logic and nearly ace the logical reasoning sections of the LSAT. I had spent over a year studying for the GMAT only to have a middle-of-the-road math score. Then I diligently pieced together a plan by studying those who aced the math portion and bumped my score to 51 (effectively the max) on the GMAT math. I did something similar for the LSAT logic sections (3/4 of the test). My pitch: I will concisely help you get from mediocre to maximum on every element of your application and test-taking process for MBA and JD programs. I have helped multiple people, with a relatively small amount of time and tight timeframe, get into Yale's JD program and interview for Stanford's MBA program with guidance it took me years to distill. I'll do the same for you. Once at Stanford, I led an initiative among 100+ incoming Stanford GSB students to collaboratively prepare for advanced-level coursework, resulting in the highest number of students in advanced courses in the school's history. Multiple classmates went on to pursue highly technical careers in part because of it. I'll help you strategize for this too!

I'm an MBA admissions coach with firsthand experience navigating the highly competitive application process. I was fortunate to be admitted to top business schools including MIT Sloan, Chicago Booth, Kellogg, Wharton, and Columbia—with scholarship offers from several of them. Through my journey, I developed a deep understanding of what it takes to craft a compelling story, position your unique strengths, and tailor each application to resonate with a school’s values and culture. I’ve helped applicants from a wide range of backgrounds—consulting, tech, finance, startups, and more—successfully gain admission to top-tier MBA programs. My coaching style is personalized, strategic, and honest. Whether you're just starting to explore your MBA goals or you're polishing final drafts, I’m here to help you bring out your most authentic, confident voice in your applications. Let’s make your MBA dream a reality.

Welcome to my profile! I'm Joseph M. Kemp, JD, MBA, MSEd, the CEO & Founder of JMK & Co., a grad school admissions consultancy. A Little About Me: Ivy League Graduate JD & MBA Graduate from the #1 Public University in the Nation Master's in Education from the #1 Graduate School of Education in the Nation MBA & Master's Admissions at Carnegie Mellon University MBA Admissions Interviewer at the University of Michigan - Ross School of Business Awarded over $1.3 million in law school scholarships, awarded over $1.5 million in scholarships across the board BA & MBA fully covered 9+ Years as an Educator Fortune 500 Experience Big Tech Experience BigLaw Experience Worked with 100s of students 100s of interviews completed I have four degrees, including a BA, JD, MBA, and MS in Education. I graduated from CUNY, the University of Michigan, and the University of Pennsylvania and have helped many students land prestigious internships and get into grad school. We have a 100% law school acceptance rate, however, we cannot guarantee acceptance.

Welcome to my profile! As an MBA candidate at the Kellogg School of Management, I bring a wealth of experience from both the consulting and education sectors. Before Kellogg, I honed my analytical and strategic skills as an Associate Consultant at L.E.K. Consulting, where I worked on diverse projects that required innovative problem-solving. My journey also includes impactful teaching experience with Teach For America, where I developed strong communication and mentoring skills. I am passionate about helping prospective MBA students craft compelling applications that highlight their unique strengths and experiences. Let's work together to make your MBA dreams a reality!

Welcome to my profile! As an MBA candidate at MIT Sloan, I bring a unique blend of technical and strategic expertise from my diverse professional background, including roles at AWS and AngelList. My journey from a Fulbright Fellow to a Software Engineer and Venture Capital Associate has equipped me with a deep understanding of the skills and experiences top business schools value. I have coached a few clients, helping them craft compelling applications that highlight their unique strengths and stories. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you navigate the MBA admissions process with confidence. Let's connect and work together to achieve your MBA goals!