Traditional Full-Time MBA Admissions Experts

- Previous experience in MBA admissions consulting - MBA Admissions Ambassador and VP Admissions at Fuqua

Hey! I’m Michael, a Wharton MBA and Forbes 30 Under 30 founder who’s navigated a nontraditional path into business school and beyond. Before Wharton, I left medical school to build a company from scratch, growing it into one of the largest Asian-centric digital media brands in the world. Going through that journey shaped how I approached my own MBA applications and how I think about storytelling, positioning, and credibility in competitive admissions processes. I know firsthand that strong MBA applications are not about checking boxes or copying templates. They’re about clearly articulating your story, your decisions, and where you’re headed next. At Wharton, I saw how applicants from unconventional backgrounds can stand out when they frame their experiences with honesty, clarity, and intention. I also understand how confusing it can be to decide whether business school is right for you, how to choose programs, and how to translate your past into a compelling narrative for admissions committees. I work with applicants who want thoughtful, high-touch guidance, especially those coming from nontraditional backgrounds, career pivots, or entrepreneurial paths and have helped my clients gain admission to the top business schools in the world. My focus is on helping you craft a clear, authentic MBA narrative, refine your essays, and present your experiences in a way that feels true to you while still resonating with top programs. If you’re looking to tell your story with confidence and submit an application you genuinely stand behind, I’d love to help you through the process.

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.

Having gone through the MBA application process and achieved admittance to the five schools to which I applied (Booth, Darden, HBS, Kellogg, and Wharton), I know the dedication required to submit compelling applications that yield your desired result. In addition to this, I've helped a number of prospective MBAs think through their interest in business schools in general, as well as strategize to improve their candidacy. This has ranged from advice on taking specific courses to demonstrate capabilities in weak areas (e.g., 3-credit online, quantitative course to balance a humanities major or a low undergrad quant grade) to tactical tips on navigating a waitlist successfully and receiving an offer of admission. This has also included guidance on GMAT and GRE prep and big-picture thinking to investigate a targeted list of post-MBA career options. I came from a more traditional background at first glance (investment banking, private equity) but had a non-traditional major (Art History) coupled with a personal passion (sustainability) that I hadn't yet explored professionally, but was committed to pursuing in the future. Strengthening weak spots while weaving together my divergent experiences and interests (art, music, Italian language and culture, volunteer tutoring, environmentalism, finance) in my application and detailing my targeted career path (sustainable finance) was a challenging but rewarding experience. I'd love to help you think through links between the many diverse and seemingly disconnected experiences we often have when applying to MBA programs.

Seasoned tech professional who navigated the MBA admissions process in Europe/ Asia and transitioned careers post-MBA. Able to help candidates prepare both for MBA as well as job interviews, particularly Consulting, Tech startups, and Big Tech.

With a 299 GRE, I received over $500,000 in MBA scholarships, including multiple full-tuition awards to Top 10 business schools, proving that admissions success isn’t defined by a test score, but by your story, strategy, and self-awareness. As someone who’s been in your shoes, I know how to help you craft a powerful, authentic narrative that resonates with top programs. I specialize in helping applicants highlight their unique leadership, personal journey, and impact. The same approach that helped me turn rejection into results and ultimately earn admission to my dream schools.

I graduated with my MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, where I was an Arjay Miller Scholar in the top 10% of the class. My background includes serving as Co-President of Women in Management at Stanford, where I supported women-focused admissions programming, and as an alumni interviewer for Yale University. With experience in private equity and leadership roles at Morgan Stanley, I have a deep understanding of what top business schools and companies seek. I've supported coaching clients in crafting compelling applications and navigating the competitive MBA admissions process. My Stanford GSB experience transformed my life- I want others to have their own rewarding grad school experience too. Let's work together to make your MBA dreams a reality!

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from Georgetown's McDonough School of Business, I bring a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience to the table. My professional journey spans roles in finance and investment banking, including positions at Houlihan Lokey and JPMorgan Chase & Co., equipping me with a deep understanding of the skills and strategies needed to succeed in competitive business environments. I am passionate about helping aspiring MBA candidates craft standout applications that highlight their unique strengths and experiences. Whether you need guidance on essays, interviews, or overall application strategy, I'm here to help you navigate the MBA admissions process with confidence. Let's connect and work together to achieve your MBA goals! PS. My verbal was 50th percentile when I started prepping, by the time I applied to business school it was 90th percentile; no obstacle is insurmountable!

- 100% acceptance rate in MBA programs. - Founded and exited a grocery delivery startup that went on to become a unicorn. - Worked in 3 other unicorns and was a past consultant at BCG. - Coached hundreds of candidates to receive offers at MBB (Consulting) and FAANG (PM). - Marathon runner.

Student admissions reader at Kellogg and alumni interviewer. Have assisted 15+ students for admissions consulting over 4+ years with success at Kellogg, Columbia, Yale, Ross, Duke, Darden & LBS