As an ex-BCG Project Leader and Interviewer, I'm intimately familiar with the consulting interview process, spanning from case to behavioral interviews. I specialize in taking a "ground up" approach to building specific core consulting interview skills, then integrating them into a strong overall case interviewing muscle. My approach has garnered significant positive feedback and recognition, resulting in me being appointed the management consulting case prep lead at Wharton (for my MBA) and McCombs (for my undergrad). Through this experience, I have helped nearly 100 mentees with their case prep journeys. For my efforts, I was awarded the Career Mentorship award at Wharton. I am fortunate to still have strong contact with many of my mentees, nearly all of whom have gone on great careers at McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Oliver Wyman, Deloitte, and Accenture (as well as other firms). Several of these mentees have gone on to achieve great post-consulting careers as well, ranging from Private Equity, to Tech Product Management, to Corporate Strategy I break down my feedback on each case interview into 5 areas, and give detailed, actionable feedback on each: Clarification, Frameworking, Quantitative Analysis, Qualitative Analysis, and Synthesis. This approach has been strongly validated by mentees and resulted in offers across all top firms. My foundations-first approach has led to being named a Leland Top 50 coach in my first year on the platform.

I am an ex-Bain with over 9 years of experience. Having been interviewed by several strategy consulting companies before starting my consulting career and having interviewed over 1,200 candidates across various seniority levels, I have a deep understanding of how the application process feels and what consulting firms look for. In addition, I have been a mentor and coach for over 9 years for former colleagues at Bain & Company as well as for selected individuals from my alma mater, ESCP Business School, Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes, and Schmalenbach-Stiftung. I am confident that I can provide a unique coaching experience, including: • Real-life case studies: All the case studies we practice are based on real projects from my own strategy consulting experience and have been tested in live interviews. • In-depth, recent knowledge: With over 9 years of experience in strategy consulting and recruiting, I am thoroughly familiar with all the details of the current recruiting processes and can provide up-to-date advice. • Company-specific information: Through my network of seasoned strategy consulting professionals, I can provide exclusive, in-house information to help guide you through the recruiting process.

Hi and welcome to my profile! As a consultant at the Boston Consulting Groupand current MBA candidate at Harvard Business School and . I’m passionate about helping aspiring consultants navigate the recruiting journey with confidence and clarity. Whether you’re preparing for case interviews, refining your behavioral stories, or unsure how to position your background, I’m here to help. I specialize in personalized coaching that meets you where you are whether you're pivoting pre- or post-grad, or coming from a non-traditional path. Consulting recruiting can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Let’s work together to build your skills, your story, and your strategy to land the offer you’re aiming for!

My university is a non-target school for top consulting firms with around a ~67.6% admission rate and an unranked business school by USNews. The total student population of CSUF's business college is around 9,000+, and I was successful in differentiating myself and getting my profile in front of interviewers at most of the Big4 Consulting Groups (Deloitte Consulting, EY-Parthenon, Strategy&) and the three MBB frms (McKinsey, Bain, BCG). For many of these firms, I was the FIRST to interview from my undergraduate program in my school's history and the first to receive job offers. I also coach for deferred MBA admissions and undergraduate admissions on Leland.

My name is Ian Glennon and over the past 5 years I have coached 500+ candidates, run 4,000+ coaching sessions, trained consultants at major consultancies, and, ultimately, helped hundreds of candidates get their dream offer. I am the founder of Custom Case Coach and my mission is to offer the best interview prep for consulting candidates. I have combined my personal experience interviewing, my training at BCG, and my years of successfully coaching thousands of diverse candidates to create Custom Case Coach. This holistic program teaches candidates how to optimally approach casing, arming them with the preparation toolkit, mindset shifts, and customizable frameworks needed to tackle any case or interview they may encounter. While pursuing my MBA at NYU’s Stern School of Business, I passed interviews for all 8 of the consulting and tech firms at which I interviewed, ultimately deciding to work at BCG. Leveraging this experience, I have built a flexible, diverse arsenal of practical guides to help you prepare for your next career step. No matter where you are in the process or what background you have – I’ve got you covered!

Why you should come work with me: 📌 Interviewed and coached 150+ professionals since 2017 to get into top consulting firms or make strategic pivots 📌 85% of my coachees in the last recruiting cycle landed MBB offers (McKinsey, BCG, Bain) 📌 Tailored, no-fluff coaching focused on helping you highlight your strengths and brand during the interview process

I was part of Bain's interview team and know exactly what it takes to break into MBBs (Bain, McKinsey, BCG) and other top consulting firms. I have 8+ years and 700+ hours of experience, and I've been a Leland Top Coach the last two years (2023, 2024). I have the most sessions run of any Management Consulting coach on the platform. Here are a few other things you should know about me: • Former member of Bain's on campus interview team — interviewed 100+ candidates and read 400+ applications • Specialize in helping my clients master the case interview — the most critical and difficult part of the process • Additional specialties — behavioral interview, resume/cover letter, networking (in other words, I support candidates throughout the entire recruitment process!) • Clients have broken into all MBBs and other major consulting firms — Bain, BCG, McKinsey, ZS Associates, LEK, etc. • Education — MIT Sloan MBA (Class of 2021), Washington University in St. Louis (Class of 2016) I'm a full "partner" to my clients and our prep includes more than just live sessions: • I assign asynchronous video content so clients can learn key case concepts without using valuable session minutes • I assign targeted exercises and worksheets so clients can master key skills outside sessions • I share study guides for all aspects of the case (e.g., market sizing, frameworks, math) and behavioral interviews • I customize the process based on the candidate's timeline, existing skills, etc. — no two candidates are the same Ultimately, this allows us to spend session time on targeted drilling and full cases — the two most effective ways to address weaknesses and build confidence. We may also spend time live editing your resume, building a networking strategy, or running a mock behavioral interview. In a single session, we often cover multiple of these topics. After each session, I provide a clear outline of feedback and assign "prep work" to be completed ahead of our next session. My style is direct, honest, deeply supportive, and I love to laugh! The prep process shouldn't be a slog, but I make sure we're using every minute intentionally. Some clients work with me for 3+ months while others reach out before a big interview. My system flexes to accommodate all candidate types. I'd love to explore how I can support you!

With firsthand experience navigating the rigorous consulting recruitment process – including being one of two selected for Dalberg, Geneva after three rounds of competitive case interviews – I offer unique insights into excelling at case interviews. At Harvard Business School, I was specifically requested by the Careers Service to coach peers in consulting preparation, helping many secure offers from firms such as McKinsey, BCG, Strategy&, and Kearney. My coaching blends lessons from my own successes and challenges with the expertise gained from years of mentoring professionals and MBAs. Students consistently praise my ability to provide tailored, actionable feedback that builds confidence, sharpens problem-solving techniques, and prepares them to excel under pressure. Whether you are preparing for your first case interview or seeking to refine your performance, I deliver proven strategies to help you succeed. In the last year, I launched my own consulting firm, advising clients such as the UK Government and a large US family office, and recently served as an Interim Director of Economics. This hands-on experience, coupled with my coaching background, gives me unparalleled insights into the consulting industry and the skills firms seek. Let’s work together to unlock your potential and achieve your consulting career goals.

Having pivoted mid-career into consulting, put my time in at BCG, and exited as a venture-backed founder and entrepreneur, I have personal experience across the entire consulting career lifecycle, with a special awareness that many people seek consulting as a launching pad, not as a lifelong vocation. I've provided case interview preparation for hundreds of candidates who have gone on to BCG, McKinsey, Bain, Deloitte, Strategy&, LEK, and other top-tier firms. I've also worked directly with BCG recruiters on the back end of the recruiting process and continue to retain a robust network within many top firms, ranging from undergrad hires to partners. More broadly, I am incredibly passionate about coaching beyond the nuts and bolts of interview prep. I am also an executive and career coach, working primarily with mid-career professionals (often from tech and consulting backgrounds) to develop professional clarity, an improved sense of personal agency, and increased leadership and executive capacity.