MBA Admissions Consultants, Events, & Resources

I recently graduated with MBA from INSEAD. I was invited for the interviews from INSEAD and HBS despite being in an over-represented demographic. As a non-traditional applicant myself, I completely understand your weaknesses and strengths. I found it essential and extremely helpful to get relevant feedback from experts while building a strong narrative in an extremely competitive pool. And I would like to give back to prospective students who are in my shoes to share my experiences and lessons learnt, and provide the right guidance for you to succeed. As a coach, I will help you to reflect your true personality and character as authentically as possible while crafting a strong foundation for your essays and overall application strategy. I not only help my clients coach on applications and school selection but also keep in touch with them through their journey of completing their MBA, help make right career decisions, and share my life experiences with them. With prior clients I have typically focused on: - Writing a standout essay that reflects your personality as a whole considering with what the school is looking for - Adapting your resume to the appropriate MBA school audience - Choosing the right references and how to initiate conversation with them for strong references

Hi, I’m Avi! I grew up in Singapore, graduated from NYU Stern (summa cum laude), and now work as a BCG consultant. I’m passionate about helping applicants tell authentic, compelling stories. I was admitted to Wharton, Kellogg, and MIT Sloan with scholarships and know what top schools are really looking for in their admissions processes. I have successfully coached individuals on deferred and full-time MBA admissions - whether you need help with application strategy, essay crafting, or interview preparation, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Feel free to reach out for an intro call - I look forward to working together to make your MBA aspirations a reality!

Hi there! As a dual Harvard graduate (AB + MBA) and former Chief of Staff to the CEO of a major European retailer, I bring a wealth of experience in business operations, corporate strategy, and leadership. My career has spanned multiple industries and continents, allowing me to develop a unique skill set in critical thinking, financial analysis, and cross-cultural competency. Apart from my own applications, I have successfully coached several individuals through their MBA applications, helping them craft compelling narratives and strategic plans to gain admission to M7 programs. I also routinely advise younger students on US college admissions and serve as an alumni interviewer for Harvard College. Let's work together to turn your MBA aspirations into reality—drop me a note to introduce yourself today!

Welcome to my profile! As a current MBA student at Harvard Business School and a former Senior Manager at YES Network, I bring a unique blend of strategic insight and industry experience to my coaching. My background in consulting at L.E.K. Consulting and sports media allows me to offer specialized guidance to MBA candidates, particularly those with interests in sports or media. I have also been through the Deferred MBA admissions process, having secured admission to Kellogg and Darden during my time at Northwestern. Let's work together to craft a compelling application that stands out. Reach out to start your journey to a top MBA program!

I help candidates navigate the MBA journey end to end because I have personally gone through every stage of it and understand how tightly admissions decisions and post-MBA outcomes are linked. From GMAT strategy and school selection to regional trade-offs, cost-benefit analysis, scholarships, networking, interviews and final admit decisions, I have built and executed this process myself across US, European, and Indian business schools. I did not treat the MBA as a checkbox. I approached it as a strategic investment and designed my application and career plan accordingly. Since 2021, I have coached 18 candidates who have gone on to top-20 business schools. I work with clients to define their long-term career direction, shape a credible narrative and position them as candidates who know why they are pursuing an MBA and what they plan to do with it. This includes supporting professionals looking to change sector, function and region - A transition I successfully made myself during my MBA. Beyond admissions, I help clients prepare for post-MBA recruiting in consulting, leadership programs and big tech by aligning their MBA choices with realistic career outcomes. My goal is not just to help you get in, but to ensure the MBA works for you long after acceptance!

Why me? - Insider Admissions Expertise: As a former member of Kellogg's student admissions committee, I have firsthand insights into what top MBA programs look for, from evaluation criteria to subtle preferences. - Cross-Cultural Storytelling: With years of living and working in the U.S., I help applicants craft authentic compelling narratives that resonate with American admissions audiences - Proven Results: Having mentored at several leading admissions consultancies, I've guided 50+ candidates to offers from top MBA programs, including HBS and GSB.

A couple years into my time at BCG, I was staring at a blank essay, wondering how to fit my whole story into 500 words. I wrote the “safe version” because that’s what everyone at BCG was doing, and it got me into Wharton and Booth, both with scholarships. But then I decided business school didn't make sense for me at that time, because my answer to Stanford GSB's "What Matters Most" essay read like what I thought the school wanted to hear. I didn't actually know what mattered most to me. A couple years later, with far more clarity, I reapplied to the GSB and answered that essay prompt honestly. What emerged wasn’t designed to impress anyone, but an honest attempt to capture who I am. Many well-meaning readers, including some coaches, told me it needed to be sanitized, edited, rewritten. I trusted my gut, trusted my story, and applied anyway. This past June, I wrapped up my unforgettable journey at Stanford. I coach the way I wish I’d been coached: fewer templates, more truth. I've helped several coachees since share their authentic AND impressive stories, because the two aren't mutually exclusive; I'd argue they're deeply related. If you work with me, my goal is to help you find that version of your story: the one that feels most like you, and helps the reader understand who you are and why you’ll matter.

Each applicant has a unique story - my job is to help you be introspective into what makes you special and how to best communicate that to an admissions committee. I have successfully guided 5 prospective students through the application process, helping them craft compelling narratives and strategic applications. Let's work together to make your MBA aspirations a reality—reach out to start your journey today!

Seasoned product & operations thinker with 4+ years of experience in Tech. Helped 5+ students get into their top school choice and have worked as a GMAT/MBA tutor for several years.

Born and raised in Hong Kong, I’m currently pursuing my MBA at Harvard Business School (Class of 2026) after three years at Bain & Company and completing my undergraduate education at Wharton (Class of 2020). Having personally navigated the challenging process of applying to top business schools from abroad, I’m deeply committed to helping you craft your unique story, overcome hurdles, and land your dream MBA offer. As the only admit from Hong Kong in the HBS Class of 2026, I know what it takes to make your application stand out. My background spans consulting, entrepreneurship (experience at two Series C startups), retail (Bain specialization), and social impact/sustainability (the foundation of my HBS application story). If your aspirations align with any of these areas, let’s connect—I’d love to help turn your vision into reality!