Grace L.
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Stanford GSB | Nontraditional Applicant | Let's Craft Your Story!
Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business
Works at African Originals
Available tomorrow at 7:00 AM UTC
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Grace’s MBA Qualifications
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Whether it’s leading cross-sector collaborations in East Africa, driving innovation during a pandemic, or coaching aspiring MBAs to craft compelling narratives, I thrive on helping others achieve their goals. I bring an insider’s perspective from Stanford GSB, a love for building authentic connections, and a passion for helping people discover and articulate what makes them extraordinary. If you’re ready to unlock your unique story and turn your application into an irresistible pitch, let’s make it happen—together. Things I'm able to speak to in-depth: social impact programming at Stanford GSB (classes, clubs, impact fund), applying and attending as a nontraditional applicant, global networks at the GSB.
Grace can help with:
Editing
Recommendations
Essays
Resume
About Grace
Hi, I’m Grace. My story is about building bridges—between sectors, ideas, and people. Growing up in Colorado, I spent my time skiing, hiking, and competing as a figure skater. I studied physiology at the University of Colorado Boulder (earning a BA and MS) and went on to explore careers that blend innovation with impact. I’ve worked on HIV vaccine trials in Rwanda, launched telehealth initiatives in the U.S. to support underserved populations during the pandemic, and am now driving growth and prosperity in emerging markets. With an MBA from Stanford GSB, I’ve learned how to connect the dots between diverse experiences and turn them into meaningful, forward-looking stories. My career has taken me across continents and industries, but the common thread has always been this: I’m driven by a desire to create real, lasting change.
Why do I coach?
I coach because I know the power of having someone in your corner. As a competitive figure skater, I learned early on how much a great coach can do—not just to teach skills but to guide, encourage, and challenge you to become your best. Later, as a figure skating coach, I saw firsthand how transformative it was to help others build confidence, set ambitious goals, and achieve things they didn’t think possible. When I applied to business school, even though I had incredible mentors, I realized I needed a coach to help me clarify my story and strengthen my application. Asking for help was humbling, but it was also the best decision I made. My coach helped me see connections in my journey that I couldn’t see on my own, and that experience taught me how invaluable it is to have someone who truly understands the process and is invested in your success. Now, as a coach, I bring that same commitment to my clients. I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed, and I know how transformative it is to have someone to guide you, cheer you on, and push you when you need it most. I coach because I want to help others navigate these moments with clarity, confidence, and the belief that they can achieve their dreams.
Work Experience
MBA Consultant - Expansion Strategy
African Originals
August 2024 - Present
MBA Consultant - Health Innovation
Sand Technologies
September 2023 - December 2023
MBA Intern
African Leadership Group
June 2023 - September 2023
Investor - Healthcare
Stanford GSB Impact Fund
November 2022 - June 2023
Senior Program Manager
Commonwealth Care Alliance
March 2019 - July 2022
Analyst, Strategic Planning & Process Improvement Associate, Strategic Planning & Process Improvement Program Manager, Virtual Care
2017-18 Fellow, Rwanda
Global Health Corps
June 2017 - August 2018
Education
Stanford Graduate School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2022 - 2024
Activities and societies: Certificate in Public Management and Social Innovation Miller Social Change Leadership Award Social Impact Club Leadership Team Impact Fund - Healthcare Investor GSB Outdoors Club Leadership Taking Social Innovation to Scale - Course Assistant
University of Colorado at Boulder
M.S., Integrative Physiology
2015 - 2016
Master's project: "Influence of HIV-1 on Vascular-Related microRNA." | Lead teaching assistant for Introduction to Epidemiology.
University of Colorado at Boulder
BA, Integrative Physiology & Public Health
2011 - 2015
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