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I grew up in Russia and I had the privilege of studying at the Higher School of Economics, where I graduated with honors. My career began at EY - Transaction Advisory Services in Moscow, where I juggled a demanding full-time job with a full-time master’s program. In 2017, my work paid off with an international transfer to EY Boston. By 2022, I had realized a dream by joining the MBA program at Harvard Business School. Beyond my professional life, I’ve spent the last 15 years mentoring students in Moscow and Boston through UStrive, and engaging in social consulting projects with non-profits in Boston.

With ~5 years experience in consulting at Bain & Co and Deloitte, I have helped 10+ students crack consulting case interviews with confidence. Now, having just started my MBA at Columbia in New York, I am helping applicants navigate the intense business school admissions process and stand out at every stage - leveraging my successful essays and recommendation letters as inspiration! Focus areas include: - Preparing for the GMAT - Crafting a compelling CV and personal essays - Gathering effective recommendation letters - Nailing interviews - Building smart, effective relationships with alumni and admissions Scoring in the top 3% in the GMAT exam (685 Focus Score / 740 Classic Score), I am well-positioned to support this area in particular - whether you are at the very start of your prep journey or approaching test day and want some last-minute tutoring to settle your nerves! Focus areas include: - Crafting effective study plans - Optimising exam strategy - Drilling on tricky problems

I coach prospective MBA applicants who are interested in media, entertainment, and how those industries intersect with the future of tech. Before business school, I worked in management consulting at PwC, and after earning my MBA from Harvard Business School, I successfully pivoted into a role at the intersection of media, entertainment, and technology at Meta. At HBS, I served as President of the Entertainment & Media Club and as VP of Admissions for the African American Student Union, and in both roles I coached students through the MBA decision process and application strategy. My approach is objective and practical, focused on “why MBA” clarity, career strategy, narrative development, and essay review, and I also help with test study strategy and prioritization as someone who took multiple approaches to reach the results I needed and understands that process deeply.

I did a lot of research into which MBA programs I wanted to apply to and why. When applying, I carefully crafted a strategy centered around acing the GMAT exam and applying early to my top schools. In the end, I was able to get through the admissions process by getting admitted early into my top school, and in the end, I only had to apply to 3 programs. I was able to navigate this process with a great degree of optimization and I think a lot of that was because I had a clear vision for why I wanted to do my MBA and what I wanted to get out of it. Because I took the time to reflect on my story, I was able to put my best foot forward in my applications and experience great success. I'll now be matriculating to an M7 program this year.

I have spent nearly a decade working in MBA admissions, first as a member of the admissions committee at Emory University's Goizueta Business School and subsequently as an independent admissions coach. My AdCom experience gave me direct insight into how applications are evaluated, what makes a candidate compelling, and what causes even strong applicants to be passed over. That perspective informs every aspect of my coaching. As a Graduate Admissions Coach, I have worked with clients from the U.S. and abroad, guiding them through every stage of the MBA application process. My clients have earned admission to programs at Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, UPenn, Georgetown, UCLA, NYU, USC, Tuck, Boston University, Imperial College London, the University of Toronto, and many more.

I received offers from two top MBA programs (CBS and MIT) and spent years supporting applicants build application profiles and nail for interviews to get school offers. I also helped a few manage themselves off a waitlist. Finally, I volunteer to interview candidates at Columbia Business School.

I don’t guess what AdComs want — I know. I’ve mentored applicants into every top M7 Deferred MBA and MBA program with a 100% success rate when I take full control of the essays, resume, and positioning. In the 2024–2025 cycle alone: CBS (8), Booth (7), Wharton (4), MIT (3), HBS (3) — all admits. I don’t just refine your story — I turn it into a hero’s journey that makes AdComs believe in your future. If you want results, you need someone who treats your application like a pitch to investors — and I make sure you’re the one they bet on. 15-min intro call — free. Let’s talk.

Hi Everyone! I'm a Darden Full-Time MBA graduate with past work experience in the technology and media industries across various functions (account development, customer success, and strategy). As a result, I can provide you with expertise on how to recruit in non-traditional MBA industries, how to prepare for tech and media interviews across multiple functions, and also help navigate the journey of getting into a Top-15 business school. My coaching style is empowering, action-oriented, and specific to each person's need. I look forward to being apart of your journey!

Welcome to my profile! I have a B.S in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford and a Harvard MBA (class of '23.) My background is a bit non-linear - I work full-time in venture capital, and prior to my MBA I worked across engineering and operations teams in deep tech startups. If you are an engineer or tech person looking to use an MBA pivot to business or escape the engineering silo, I have been in your shoes. If you are already coming from a business or finance role, I can help you apply a new design-thinking and iterative lens to your essay and MBA. My superpower is helping people get from 0 - 1, and I can't wait to help you discover and craft your unique narrative.

As a triple admit to top MBA, JD, and Public Policy programs, I bring a wealth of experience surrounding joint degree program admissions including identifying best-fit programs for career growth, crafting a compelling narrative to fit your target institution, and ensuring GMAT and LSAT scores meet institutional requirements. Prior to graduate school, I spent 3 years at the Boston Consulting Group, and have supported multiple consultants in their application efforts to both MBA programs and JD programs. I also have a diverse set of experiences in the non-profit and advocacy space, with experience supporting 'non-traditional' candidate applications. Reach out and we'll work together to get you to a program you are excited about!