One-Year MBA Admissions Experts

Welcome to my profile! As a current MBA and MS Design Innovation student at the Kellogg School of Management, I bring a unique blend of business acumen and creative problem-solving skills to the table. My extensive experience at Deloitte Digital, where I led major financial services implementations and coached product teams, has equipped me with the insights needed to guide aspiring MBA candidates through the application process. I have a proven track record of managing complex projects and mentoring individuals to achieve their professional goals. If you're looking for strategic advice and personalized support on your MBA journey, feel free to reach out!

As an international student, I navigated the path from an F-1 visa to a career at Apple, NVIDIA, and Tesla, with two master's degrees from Carnegie Mellon. I've sat in the exact seat you're in: writing essays that need to feel distinctive without being gimmicky, picking schools that actually translate to the U.S. career you want after, and figuring out how to tell your story in a way that lands with admissions committees who read thousands of them. International MBA applicants face a specific challenge: most application advice is built around domestic applicants. The narrative arcs that work, the school selection criteria, the post-MBA career lens — they all assume a U.S.-citizen default. That's a real gap. And if your background is international, non-traditional, or both, that gap is where strong applications struggle. I work specifically with international applicants because that's the path I walked, and it's where I can add real value: - Finding the narrative angle that makes you distinct without leaning on the generic immigrant story - Picking schools through a sponsorship and post-MBA career lens - Positioning a non-traditional background as a strength, not a gap to explain - Writing essays that feel authentic and like you. - Preparing for the post-admit reality: visa timing, internship sponsorship, long-term career arc Whether you're applying to a MPP/MPA/MS/MBA program, the crux of a great graduate school application starts with crafting a bespoke winning strategy designed for you. I take a small cohort of clients per cycle. I'm selective because outcomes matter more than volume. If you're an ambitious international applicant aiming at top programs and you want a coach who's lived this path, let's talk.

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.

Welcome to my profile! With a Stanford MSx degree and experience as the Director of the Stanford MSx Program and Admissions, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the MBA admissions process. As a former CEO and Co-Founder of Boon + Gable and a Senior Manager at Microsoft, I have firsthand experience in leadership and innovation, which I leverage to help clients craft compelling applications. My background in engineering and product management allows me to guide applicants in showcasing their unique strengths and potential. Let's work together to create a standout application that highlights your achievements and aspirations. Reach out to start your journey to a top MBA program!

As a 1 year full-time MBA, I had to make the most out of my time on campus. I can help individuals thinking about 1) whether the MBA is truly worth it, 2) what to consider when making a decision, 3) how to make the most out of the experience. Sometimes you need someone to ask tough questions or give you structure to make the most out of your time. I am that person!

Welcome! I’m a recent admit to top MBA programs, including Wharton School and Kellogg School of Management, and I support applicants through the MBA admissions process using the same thoughtful, structured approach that guided my own journey. Having recently gone through the process myself, I believe strong storytelling is at the heart of a compelling application. Drawing on my experience in global strategy at EY, where success often depends on clearly framing complex ideas and aligning them to a cohesive narrative, I help applicants articulate their goals, connect their experiences, and paint a clear picture of who they are and where they’re headed. I offer support across application strategy, essay development, and interview preparation, tailoring each engagement to where you are in your journey. Whether you’re just starting to explore MBA programs or refining final materials, I’m here to help you navigate the path thoughtfully and intentionally. Let’s connect and work together to bring your MBA aspirations to life.

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from the Tuck School of Business and extensive experience in leadership roles at top organizations like Boston Consulting Group and The Bridgespan Group, I am well-equipped to guide you through the MBA admissions process. My diverse educational background, including degrees from Harvard Kennedy School and Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, allows me to offer a unique perspective on crafting compelling applications. I have a proven track record of helping clients articulate their stories and strengths to stand out in competitive MBA programs. Whether you need assistance with application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you succeed. Let's connect and make your MBA dreams a reality!

Welcome! I am currently an MBA candidate at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and earned my Bachelor of Business Administration with highest honors from the Red McCombs School of Business at UT Austin. Professionally, I’ve worked across investment banking, private equity, and strategic finance, partnering with founders, corporate boards, and institutional investors to shape business narratives and navigate complex strategic decisions. I approach admissions the same way investors evaluate opportunities: through leadership, judgment, trajectory — and, most importantly, fit. The strongest applications show not only why you want a school, but why that specific school is positioned to accelerate your goals. I particularly enjoy working with applicants pursuing careers in business or finance, though I help candidates across backgrounds move beyond resume bullets and develop thoughtful, authentic stories about motivation and impact. My focus isn’t just essay polishing; it’s helping you articulate a narrative that explains your past, shows intentionality in the present, and convincingly points to your future — all while remaining true to who you are. I’d be excited to work together.

Welcome! European, without a consulting or finance background, never been in the US, no Ivy League undergrad… I once thought joining Stanford GSB would be impossible. But by being strategic, resourceful, and persistent, I made it happen ! And now I want others to pursue the same path and made their dream happen ! That is why I am on Leland ! For over 12 years, I built a career in telecom across France, Spain, South Korea and Poland, leading large teams and managing multi-hundred-million-dollar businesses. On paper, I didn’t fit the “classic” MBA mold. Yet through careful storytelling, clear positioning, and a deep understanding of what schools truly value, I turned what seemed like weaknesses into my greatest strengths. My journey showed me that admissions success is about owning your story, showing your potential, and finding the right strategy to shine. Along the way, I’ve coached dozens of applicants, especially international students, helping them break through their doubts and land at the GSB. I know how transformative the right mentorship can be, because I’ve lived it. Now, I’m here to pay it forward. If you’re ready to pursue your dream, I’d be glad to guide you step by step.

I’ve worked with operators, investors, and founders across different stages of their careers, including many who have used an MBA to pivot, accelerate, or reposition themselves. I completed my MBA at UC Berkeley, and more importantly, I’ve seen how the degree actually plays out in the real world. In my career across private equity, venture building, and now advising founder-led businesses, I’ve seen what the MBA unlocks and where it falls short if not approached intentionally. Getting into a program is only part of the equation. The real value comes from how you position your story, choose the right program, and use the experience to create opportunities on the other side. I work with candidates on both admission strategy and how to think beyond it, so you are not just getting in, but setting yourself up for the outcomes you actually want after graduation.