Online MBA Admissions Experts

As a Columbia Business School MBA and Admissions Alumni Ambassador, I know exactly what M7 programs look for. Having navigated cross-border career pivots myself, I specialize in helping international and non-traditional candidates use authentic storytelling to build cohesive, standout applications.

As a Product Manager at Microsoft, I bring a unique perspective to MBA coaching. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Economics from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where I was a College Honors Merit Scholar and a Grace Hopper Scholar. As a college senior, I applied and was admitted to top business schools across the country, including Wharton, MIT Sloan, and Columbia Business School. I've also helped several clients get admitted to top 10 business schools. Let's connect and discuss how I can support you in your MBA aspirations!

Welcome to my profile! I'm Joseph M. Kemp, JD, MBA, MSEd, the CEO & Founder of JMK & Co., a grad school admissions consultancy. A Little About Me: Ivy League Graduate JD & MBA Graduate from the #1 Public University in the Nation Master's in Education from the #1 Graduate School of Education in the Nation MBA & Master's Admissions at Carnegie Mellon University MBA Admissions Interviewer at the University of Michigan - Ross School of Business Awarded over $1.3 million in law school scholarships, awarded over $1.5 million in scholarships across the board BA & MBA fully covered 9+ Years as an Educator Fortune 500 Experience Big Tech Experience BigLaw Experience Worked with 100s of students 100s of interviews completed I have four degrees, including a BA, JD, MBA, and MS in Education. I graduated from CUNY, the University of Michigan, and the University of Pennsylvania and have helped many students land prestigious internships and get into grad school. We have a 100% law school acceptance rate, however, we cannot guarantee acceptance.

As a Chartered Engineer with a diverse background spanning project management in the Offshore Wind Sector, technical research in Hydrogen integration with offshore wind, and strategic leadership roles in renewable energy, I bring a wealth of expertise to my coaching practice. My experience includes: - Pioneering offshore wind farms in Asia with Siemens Gamesa. - Providing consultations to UK government departments on renewable energy. - Serving as a board member at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. Currently preparing for an MBA at MIT, I am well-versed in the challenges and opportunities aspiring MBA candidates face. My coaching approach combines technical acumen, strategic insights, and a deep understanding of the energy sector to help clients navigate their MBA journeys and achieve their professional goals. Services include: - Essay brainstorming, editing, tightening (finding your angle) - Interview preparation (group and case based) - Application support - Scholarship strategy - Waitlist strategy

Hey! My name is Rachel and I am a recent admit of deferred MBA at Wharton, Columbia, Booth, and Haas. I'm well-versed in the process of building a compelling application, especially with students in finance / econ who are in the more competitive pool. Throughout college, I have interned at Goldman Sachs and Brookfield Asset Management, and I am familiar with applying to jobs in asset management, private equity and equity research. I am also excited to advise on finance interviews in these areas. I'm excited to work with you towards your MBA or career goals!

I have a wealth of experience in the graduate management education sector and a global industry network. I have worked in higher education for almost 10 years. Most recently I was Director of Admissions at Imperial College Business School, and prior to that I was Head of MBA Recruitment and Admissions at Cambridge Judge Business School. I’ve read countless applications, interviewed hundreds of candidates and chaired many Admissions Committee meetings. I know what makes a candidate stand out in the application process, and common mistakes to avoid.  I know how daunting it can feel to start your MBA journey, and I want to use my knowledge and experience to help you navigate the application process with confidence, empowering you to submit your best MBA application.

With extensive experience in career coaching and professional development, I have a proven track record of helping MBA students and professionals achieve their career goals. As a former Associate Director and MBA Career Coach at North Carolina State University, I provided personalized coaching and workshops, achieving a 98%+ satisfaction rate and significantly increasing student participation in national conferences, leading to successful placements at top companies like Amazon and Wells Fargo. My background also includes serving on the admissions committee, where I evaluated candidates for the Full-Time MBA program. At Kindred Compass Coaching, I continue to guide individuals through career pivots and interview strategies, ensuring increased job offers in under four weeks. Let's work together to craft a compelling MBA application and career strategy that highlights your unique strengths and aspirations. I have experience working with students from undergraduate to executive MBAs. Whether you are considering different programs or want an honest assesment of how you are presenting yourself - reach out and let's talk about what comes next.

MBA COACHING, ESSAY WRITING EXPERTISE, AND GMAT TEST PREPARATION • Stanford MBA with 15+ experience as a Founder/Entrepreneur (successfully raised capital from premier Venture Capitalists in Silicon Valley), C-Level Executive, Board Member, Operator, and Investor (Wall Street experience) • MBA Coaching: Advised 100+ admits into Stanford GSB, HBS, Wharton, Booth, Kellogg, MIT Sloan, Columbia, Haas, and more • Professional Writing: In addition to my professional experience, I am a published author and journalist, contributing to outlets such as the Stanford Daily, Forbes, Medium, Seeking Alpha, and Substack • GMAT / Test-Taking: After scoring among the highest percentile in the GMAT, I provide personalized coaching and strategies to help you optimize study plans, improve test-taking skills, and boost confidence for GMAT and other standardized exams. • Interview Training: Having received offers from the largest investment banks and private equity funds in the world, including Morgan Stanley and Barclays Capital, in addition to helping 1,200 Clients land roles at the dream firms (i.e. Finance/Wall Street, Tech/Big Tech/Startups, and Fortune 500), I provide high-quality mock interviews for all MBA programs CAREER Venture-backed entrepreneur, Wall Street investor, and seasoned Executive Coach with an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business. With over 15 years of extensive experience in executive leadership roles, I am well-equipped to guide clients throughout the entire MBA journey. I prepare clients for the rigorous application and have had a highly successful track record in helping over 100 clients earn admissions to over 30 business schools globally, with scholarships, specializing in the M7 programs. As an entrepreneur, I have founded, built, and exited a software technology company, successfully raised capital from top-tier venture capital investors in Silicon Valley, built a global team (3 offices), and honed my skills in executive management, product launches, and team building. As an investor, I have worked in private equity for both mega funds and middle market funds (Morgan Stanley and Dubin Clark) and in hedge funds at a top decile long/short public equity technology fund. As an executive, operator, and Board Member, I have led Finance, M&A, Strategy, Corporate Development, and Operations for three private equity and venture-backed businesses in the technology, engineering, environmental, food, agriculture, and automotive industries. Having provided over 500 hours of elite MBA consulting and executive coaching, I specialize in helping clients navigate complex challenges and achieve their goals of getting into their dream MBA programs.

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.

Yale SoM graduate. Global Director at SAP. Ex-Microsoft. I’ve built a career across countries, industries, and countless pivots—from finance to tech, Latin America to the U.S., and now leading AI marketing on a global stage. I specialize in helping international, non-traditional, and career-switching candidates own their story, land top-tier MBA offers, and design post-MBA careers that align with who they really are. If you’re navigating big decisions and want a coach who’s lived it—and can help you stand out with authenticity and strategy—you’re in the right place.