Hello and welcome to my profile! I'm Dawson, an incoming Associate Consultant at Bain & Company, with a strong foundation in biochemistry, economics, and leadership from the University of Georgia. My diverse experiences, including policy internships at the Truman Center for National Policy and doing community development work, have equipped me with a unique perspective on strategic problem-solving. I came from a pre-med background, finding an interest in pursuing consulting prior to an MBA or JD to specialize somewhere in healthcare in the future. Ive worked with a number of students at UGA and those who have reached out from across the US, helping them navigate the MBB and case-landscape of management consulting applications. Whether you need guidance on case interviews, resume refinement, or overall application strategy, I'm here and more than happy to help you achieve your goals. Let's connect and see how we can get you to success!

Hello and welcome to my profile! With a robust background in corporate strategy and consulting, I bring a wealth of experience to help you navigate the competitive landscape of management consulting. I currently serve as Senior Director of Corporate Strategy, and honed my consulting skills at Strategy&, working with Fortune 500 clients in consumer markets and beyond. My journey began at Michigan's Ross School of Business, where I was deeply involved in professional development and consulting initiatives. Whether you're preparing for case interviews or refining your application strategy, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and chart your path to success in consulting!

Welcome to my profile! As a Consultant at The Bridgespan Group, I specialize in impact, public, and non-profit management consulting. With a background in strategic planning and leadership, I've successfully guided clients through the intricacies of consulting applications, helping them secure positions at top firms like Bridgespan. My coaching approach is comprehensive, focusing on enhancing resumes and cover letters, and providing tailored interview preparation, including case interviews specific to non-profit and public consulting. I excel at helping clients craft compelling personal narratives that align with their career aspirations. Let's work together to achieve your consulting career goals!

My expertise lies in growth strategy and business transformation—as both a practitioner and the founder of a boutique advisory firm—but I consider my greatest impact to be fostering the growth of high-performing teams among clients and colleagues alike. During my 8+ years at McKinsey as an Engagement Manager and Professional Development Manager, I excelled by embracing the people side of the Firm's dual mission. In roles such as Boston and Detroit Office Recruiting Lead, Duke recruiting lead, and Professional Development Manager for the Detroit Office and North America Advanced Industries Practice, I have coached and mentored over 100 consultants and aspiring consultants. I’ve helped individuals master case interviews to land roles at top consulting firms, accelerate their professional growth, and navigate the challenges of work-life balance. Whether you're preparing for consulting, advancing your career, or planning your next steps, I’m here to help you succeed.

I have gone through the Management Consulting recruiting process myself, landing an offer at Bain & co. I have also conducted 30+ mock cases, providing detailed and actionable feedback for improvement.

I worked at McKinsey for over five years, spending the last two as an Engagement Manager in the Swiss office. As an interviewer, I conducted numerous candidate interviews and can offer valuable insights and tips on how to excel in a consulting interview. Additionally, I can help you gain a deeper understanding of the consulting industry as a whole, especially if you are still deciding whether this field is the right fit for you.

Having broken into strategy consulting from a non-traditional (engineering) background, I understand the nuances of the undergraduate consulting recruiting process and bring a fresh perspective on what it takes to succeed in today's competitive landscape. I've mentored dozens of college students to land offers from top firms and have given over 100 case interviews along the way. My experience leading two of the largest consulting organizations at my university and hosting recruiting events at Accenture has equipped me with invaluable insights and strategies. I offer personalized case and interview preparation plans tailored to enhancing your strengths and addressing any improvement areas. Let’s work together to unlock your full potential and crush the recruiting process!

I know what it's like to be a nontraditional applicant trying to secure your dream job, without any referrals or connections. When you're a self starter, breaking into a competitive industry can feel like you're swimming upstream. I still think back to the time I interviewed for MBB internships my junior year. I'd read Case Interview Secrets and Case in Point, thought through some answers in my head... and walked into those interviews wildly underprepared. It was humbling. I didn’t get an offer that summer, but it was the fire that I needed. I doubled down and spent hundreds of hours studying, drilling, and mastering behavioral and case interviews. The effort paid off: I was able to secure an offer a McKinsey, where I worked for three years and attained the "Distinctive" performance rating. I firmly believe that mastery of the case interview is not just a means to secure a consulting offer -- it's also a predictor of success within the role itself. McKinsey opened a lot of doors for me, and I'm so excited to pay it forward to other deserving candidates who may not have the institutional or generational knowledge of competitive industries, but are otherwise immensely qualified. I've been able to distill my hundreds of hours of prep to help clients secure jobs across many industries, including consulting, real estate, hospitality, and healthcare. Coaching is an investment in yourself, and you deserve a clear picture of what you will get out of it. Here are some options of what we could do together, based on where you're at in your journey: 🦜 Build a tailored prep plan 🦜 Map out compelling behavioral interview stories 🦜 Mock case interviews 🦜 Mock behavioral/PEI interviews 🦜 Mock full interview (behavioral + case) 🦜 Resume workshopping 🦜 Cover letter workshopping 🦜 LinkedIn profile workshopping 🦜 Drills on tricky questions (e.g., case math, behavioral)

I have coached over 15 people over the last year and a half. I have a track record of success, with 80% of my clients landing offers at Bain, BCG, and McKinsey. My main expertise falls under consulting diversity programs, internships, and entry-level roles.

I've helped people secure jobs at BCG and more in consulting. I leverage my expertise as an investor, financial analyst, and strategist to provide differentiated insight into company selection, interview prep, and industry analysis that is highly effective for securing jobs