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If you are looking for an admissions consultant, there is nobody better than Kelsey! I spoke to a couple of consultants at the bigger firms who all were very skeptical about my candidacy for MBA programs due to my very non-traditional background (practicing dentist) and didn’t feel like they had really listened or cared to get to know me. Kelsey was a completely positive breath of fresh air. Ten minutes into our call I was much more optimistic about my MBA prospects and immediately felt I could trust her. Kelsey really takes the time to dig deep and figure out your “why.” I learned so much about myself through working with her. Her help and guidance with essays was absolutely invaluable. She gave feedback through multiple drafts and helped transform them into strong, powerful and effective essays, while also keeping my story authentic. Kelsey goes above and beyond every step of the way and working with her was absolutely the best decision I made during the admissions process :)

By the end of our intro call I had found the consultant to help me with my MBA application. While other consultants questioned my Berkeley or bust approach and made me second guess, Kelsey took the time to understand my background, was onboard with my MBA goals and helped me submit the best version of my application. Throughout the process Kelsey was supportive, authentic and positive which really helped my confidence. Working with Kelsey on my essays was the best part of my application journey. To begin with, she provided me the admissions committee perspective (thanks to her background) which enabled me to cater my essays accordingly. She provided genuine feedback and insight on what my essays lacked and worked with me to address it. Our conversations enabled me to share aspects of my profile above and beyond the generic essay content. At the end of the day, Kelsey is brilliant at what she does and genuinely cares about her clients. You can’t ask for anything else! Working with her is the best decision one can take towards their MBA goals!

Kelsey was recommended to me by a student and friend who got admitted to NYU. From the moment I started working with her until all my applications were submitted, she was incredibly responsive and caring while maintaining a high level of professionalism. I truly enjoyed working with Kelsey. She helped me to reflect more deeply on my journey and to showcase my unique characteristics to the schools I applied to. Without her guidance, I would not have been able to present myself as effectively. Her support was instrumental in my successful admissions to two Top 10 schools with scholarships during a particularly challenging application round! Additionally, she didn't count the hours spent helping me, often providing guidance beyond regular work hours. She was very accessible, making it easy to chat with her at any time. I highly recommend Kelsey to anyone looking for a thoughtful, professional, and effective admissions consultant.

I don’t usually leave reviews, but Kelsey absolutely deserves one! As a social science major, I struggled to articulate my story in my MBA application, especially with a less-than-ideal GPA and GRE scores. However, Kelsey took the time to truly listen to my story, supported my aspirations, and helped me identify and highlight the strengths in my application. Thanks to her guidance and expertise, I was accepted into my top choice—Columbia Business School! When I first applied to MBA programs on my own, the results were disappointing. But then a friend recommended Kelsey, and the difference was night and day. With her experience as a former admissions member at an M7 school, she understands the process inside and out. She didn’t just help me refine my essays and resume; she guided me through every aspect of the application process, addressing all my questions and concerns. I couldn’t be happier with my decision to work with her. If you want to be efficient with your time (I spent 10% or less of the time on my Columbia application with her compared to when I did it alone) and, even more importantly, achieve the results you’re hoping for (I got into my top choice!), I highly recommend working with Kelsey.

Speedy delivery of feedback and Kelsey is super relatable! It's like speaking to your best friend while discussing deeply personal matters. She is truly a master at the craft of ideation and helping you execute. I could not have gotten into b-school without her I am so excited to recommend Kelsey for her exceptional coaching services. Kelsey possesses a profound understanding of the admissions process and the unique challenges applicants face. Her personalized approach not only helps students identify and articulate their strengths but also empowers them to craft compelling narratives that resonate with admissions committees. She provides invaluable insights into school selection, application strategies, and interview preparation and ensuring that each applicant feels confident and well-prepared. Kelsey's dedication, expertise, and supportive nature inspire students to reach their full potential. I wholeheartedly endorse Kelsey as an outstanding coach for aspiring business school candidates.

Strengths: - Professional - Quick to respond - Knowledgeable about all the top MBA programs Kelsey was absolutely amazing in helping me prep for my Wharton TBD interview! She’s a true professional with deep knowledge of the MBA admissions process and was incredibly responsive throughout, and that's something I really appreciated. Heading into the interview, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But Kelsey guided me through every step from brainstorming a strong solution to the TBD prompt, helping me choose the right "role" to play, fine-tuning my timing and tonality, and most importantly, helping me stay calm and confident. I can say with confidence that I wouldn't have received my offer from Wharton without Kelsey’s support and expertise. What truly stood out is how much she cares. Even after I received offers from multiple schools, she made time to hop on a call and talk through my options, what made the most sense, and how to approach the next step in my career. If you're looking for support with interview prep, essay guidance, or full-on application strategy, I can recommend Kelsey without hesitation. She’s the real deal!

I came across Kelsey on a fishbowl post while searching for a coach to help me reapply to my dream schools after being waitlisted but not admitted to Stanford and Harvard. I had worked with several coaches on an hourly basis before but felt like they overlooked the aspects of my story that mattered most to me—parts that defined my values and my personality. I was searching for a coach to guide me through my reapplication journey and talked to many consultants. Kelsey stood out immediately. Despite being fully booked, she took me on because she genuinely wanted the best for me, unlike others who encouraged me to wait for the second round to fit their schedules. Kelsey was there every step of the way, offering honest, direct feedback. She’s a master at editing, distilling complex stories into concise, impactful narratives, and tailoring them to what admissions committees are looking for. She also helped me weave in my personality and values throughout my applications. Her deep knowledge of my targets schools (Harvard, Stanford, and Columbia) helped us craft a targeted strategy. She also identified my weak spot—interviews—and started coaching me early, building my confidence well before interview invites came out. The results speak for themselves: I was admitted to all three schools I applied to: Stanford, Harvard, Columbia Kelsey is caring, honest, and incredibly fun to work with. I owe so much of my success to her guidance and expertise. If you’re considering working with her, don’t hesitate—she’s the best.

Simply put, Kelsey presents all of the premiere qualities you can possibly ask for in an advisor for the MBA application process. Her cunning whit, invaluable experience, sheer honesty, and true passion for getting you exactly where you want to be completely drove me to getting accepted to seven programs. Kelsey will work around the clock for you to ensure you’re on the right path in essay writing and interview prep. We worked through every minute detail in each essay to ensure that I was conveying my optimal skillset and experience and my unique personal achievements and qualities. Kelsey will unlock your highest potential as an applicant, working strategically through answering essay questions with eloquence and genuine expression and answering interview questions with grace and poise. Among several workings, she presented me with thought-provoking prompts that posed as the framework for building writings that adcom loves to see. Her strong will, compassion, and raw intellect was more than invaluable. Overall, you will be making a grave mistake by not exercising her talents and guidance, and I owe my success to her in this process in every way, shape, and form.

As a candidate balancing a demanding full-time job and what I felt as not having the “traditional” MBA application profile, I knew I needed expert guidance to present the strongest version of myself. I found Kelsey late in the MBA process (literally with only like 2 weeks to spare) – but from our very first conversation, Kelsey was a game changer. It was not just because of her deep admissions expertise from her M7 background, but because of her genuine commitment to helping me craft a story that was both authentic and compelling. After our first intro call, she immediately told me that I was a M7 candidate … and for the first time, I actually started to believe it! She spoke a whole new level of confidence into my profile that I had not begun to appreciate until I started meeting with her. Kelsey’s process was efficient, strategic, and encouraging. She had an incredible ability to quickly zero in on the key aspects of my professional and personal background that would resonate most with top MBA programs and brought them to life. Her feedback was always quick and precise, while also being direct and supportive. Kelsey always pushed me to refine my messaging and articulate my value in a way that felt true to who I am, but also had that touch an admissions officer would love to read. Whether it was polishing my MBA resume, brainstorming essay topics, or preparing for interviews, Kelsey brought a level of precision and insight that made every step of the journey less stressful and much more effective. She also provided previous anonymous examples of accepted candidates that she helped in prior years that was great to use as templates to help me succeed in my messaging. With Kelsey’s guidance, I was able to submit applications that I felt truly proud of — which included apps to my big 3: The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Wharton School of Business and Columbia School of Business. I am proud to say the results spoke for themselves! I was admitted to two out of those three, as well a few other top MBA programs. I can say with complete confidence that working with Kelsey was one of the best investments I made in this process. She didn’t just help me apply — she helped me believe in my story and achieve goals I could only dream of. It is because of her, I am proud to say I accepted an offer to my dream school (Chicago Booth) with a six figure scholarship. If you are serious about maximizing your potential in the MBA admissions process, I cannot recommend Kelsey and Embark highly enough. She changed my life and I know she will change yours!

Kelsey is an outstanding mentor and coach. She possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of business, specifically in the realm of MBA admissions. Kelsey’s dedication and commitment to my success were unparalleled, and she was my top advocate during my application process. Her storytelling abilities are remarkable, and her advice sets candidates apart in the application process. I received acceptance to Wharton and Columbia with scholarships. I highly recommend Kelsey to anyone looking for expert guidance in pursuing an MBA degree. Pre-MBA Industry: Military Years of Work Experience: 5 Undergraduate GPA: 3.65 EA Scores: 150