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Jonathan guided me through my successful schwarzman scholarship application in a patient, kind, and focused manner. I truly feel that I owe my acceptance to him in large part.

I've had the distinct pleasure of working closely with Nsisong on a variety of projects, spanning both technical initiatives and crucial mental health and coaching endeavors. Across every collaboration, Nsisong consistently demonstrates an exceptional blend of qualities that truly set her apart. She is incredibly thoughtful, always approaching challenges with a deep consideration for all facets involved. Her organizational skills are truly remarkable; she has an innate ability to take even the most arbitrary ideas or disorganized processes and transform them into structured, streamlined frameworks and workflows. This data-based approach ensures that her insights are not only profound but also actionable, a quality I've seen directly benefit our teams and clients. Beyond her impressive technical and strategic acumen, Nsisong is overwhelmingly kind and insightful. Her natural coaching style, which is both encouraging and honest, creates an environment where people feel empowered to grow and refine their mindset. She balances high standards with genuine compassion, providing feedback that truly helps individuals move forward with confidence and intention. Nsisong's dedication to creating the best experience in all that she does is truly inspirational. She is an ideal guide for anyone looking to achieve significant growth, whether personally or professionally. I wholeheartedly recommend her as a coach.

If you feel you've hit a plateau or are struggling to translate your skills into impact, you need to talk to Ted. For 5 years, he mentored me at DiDi, where I was a technical expert struggling to gain leadership visibility. I knew what I could do, but not how to get to the next level. Ted cuts through the noise and provides actionable strategy. With his help, I was successfully promoted not only once, but thrice, becoming a Sr Manager, a career move I simply couldn't have navigated without his insight.

Chris is an incredible mentor, brother, son, and friend. I met Chris when we interned together at Nike last summer. As an undergraduate student at that time, I was so curious about graduate school. Luckily I lived close to Chris, so any questions I had I could go ask him. Now what was special about him is that he sat down with me, and first listened to my story/context. Unlike a lot of college counselors who are quick to apply their general bland framework to all their students, Chris took time to hear my story before giving any advice. Once finished with hearing my story, Chris was able to tailor his academic/career advice to my unique position. He helped me learn the right questions to ask myself, which has greatly benefited me to this day. For anybody interested in learning about MBA programs, there isn’t anybody else I would recommend but Chris.

Frasier brings an exceptional breadth of healthcare experience—spanning consulting, early-stage startups, AI innovation, and even hands-on oncology work in hospital settings. He’s the go-to expert for translating medical expertise into successful business ventures, making him an ideal guide for anyone aiming to break into healthcare or build something impactful within the industry. What sets Frasier apart is not just his expertise, but his approachable, patient nature. He has a unique ability to listen, ask the right questions, and help others think through their ideas without judgment. He’s also deeply attuned to emerging trends in cutting-edge healthcare technology, making him an inspiring thought partner for brainstorming startup concepts. On top of all this, his track record speaks for itself—he’s already achieved a Breakthrough Device Designation with the FDA, a testament to both his vision and execution. I can’t think of anyone better suited to mentor and guide future leaders in this space.

I had the pleasure of working with Elana on the executive board of a national product management club at my university. After stepping into the role she held the year prior, I was continually impressed by the support and mentorship she offered. Not just to me, but to everyone involved. Elana was always generous with her time and knowledge, whether through resume reviews, mock interviews, or simply sharing thoughtful resources to help others grow. She brings deep expertise in product management and has a rare talent for teaching complex concepts in a clear, approachable way. But what truly sets Elana apart is her kindness. She leads with empathy and is genuinely invested in the success of those around her. I can't recommend her highly enough as a coach for anyone looking to grow in the business, design, or tech side of PM.

Storm helped me prepare for consulting case interviews and deferred MBA applications. He was a fantastic coach who gave clear guidancd based on strong relevant experience. He's incredibly smart, hard working, direct, and kind! I loved working with him and wholeheartedly recommend him as a coach for anyone interested in consulting or MBA applications.

Among a firm of truly capable people at a firm with a strong apprenticeship culture, Julia has stood out as, quite literally, the single most impactful mentor I have had. Brilliant across her areas of expertise and empathetic in her interpersonal engagements, she builds an intimate knowledge of her mentees’ specific requirements and tailors her coaching to guarantee their success. I always felt as though she measured her success as a leader by the success of her team. I have been fortunate to enjoy success at McKinsey and I owe much of it to Julia. She will put you in the best possible position to both join your dream job and succeed there too.

Brandon has been an incredible mentor during my time at Cushman & Wakefield. From day one, he’s been genuinely supportive, approachable, and thoughtful in his guidance. What stood out most is how unbiased and honest he’s always been. He truly had my best interest at heart. Whether I needed career advice or perspective on a challenging situation, Brandon was always there with practical insight and encouragement. His mentorship has played a huge role in my growth at C&W. I am incredibly lucky to have learned from someone so knowledgeable and genuinely invested in helping others succeed.

I attribute most of my success within my MBA career to the wisdom and guidance that Jeremy has given me. Many words can be used to describe him. Empathetic. Witty. Thorough. Jeremy is all of those things and more, and I’m thankful for all the support he as given me as an MLT mentor.