Welcome to my profile! As an MBA candidate at Kellogg and Ex-Product Manager at Microsoft Azure, I bring a wealth of experience in product management, venture capital, and strategic development. My journey includes developing business roadmaps at Nomura and creating innovative solutions at Microsoft, which has equipped me with a unique perspective on the MBA application process. I have a proven track record of helping clients craft compelling applications that highlight their strengths and align with their career goals. Talk with me to brainstorm your long term and short term career goals, discuss your essay strategy, review resume, or picking the schools to apply. Let's work together to make your MBA dreams a reality—reach out to start your journey today!

Welcome to my profile! As a Columbia Business School MBA graduate and founder of Hillspring Community Partners Inc., I bring a wealth of experience in working at large firms and private firms. Soft skills are a strong suit of mine, yet have had to learn (sometimes the hard way) the value of suring up my technicals. My professional journey includes pivotal roles at Pembrook Capital Management, a real estate private equity fund and Morgan Stanley, where I honed my skills in finance and analytical thinking. I have successfully coached 5 individuals through the MBA application process, helping them craft compelling narratives and navigate the complexities of admissions. Let's work together to make your MBA dreams a reality—reach out to start your journey today!

Through my own experiences and helping others with theirs, I've learned tactics that can help you identify the right school for you and craft your story as you apply and interview for business schools!

As a coach specializing in MBA admissions, I bring a unique perspective and set of skills to help applicants stand out in the highly competitive landscapes of Harvard Business School, Stanford Graduate School of Business, and The Wharton School. Here’s why I am the ideal coach to guide you through this journey: Personal Experience from an Overrepresented Background: I understand the challenges of coming from an overrepresented background in the MBA applicant pool. Having done my undergraduate studies at a middle-of-the-pack state school and working in private equity, I successfully navigated the competitive admissions process myself. This personal experience allows me to empathize deeply with applicants who may feel their backgrounds are too common to stand out. Storytelling Expertise: My specialty lies in transforming seemingly generic profiles into compelling narratives that captivate admissions committees. I focus on helping candidates articulate their unique stories, highlighting the aspects of their experiences and personalities that make them distinct. By uncovering and emphasizing your authentic voice, I ensure that your application paints a vivid and memorable picture of who you are. Comprehensive Application Guidance: I provide end-to-end support throughout the entire application process. From brainstorming essay topics to fine-tuning the final drafts, I am with you every step of the way. My approach ensures that each component of your application—essays, recommendations, interviews—works in harmony to present a cohesive and compelling story. Strategic Application Planning: I help you develop a strategic plan for your application. This includes advising on how to allocate different parts of your narrative to various sections of the application. For example, I might suggest that Recommender A focuses on specific achievements or qualities, allowing you to use your essay space to elaborate on different aspects of your journey, thereby maximizing the impact of each part of your application. Theme and Narrative Integration: One of my key strengths is helping you identify and weave throughlines in your experiences that tie your entire application together. This thematic coherence not only makes your application more compelling but also helps the admissions committee understand your trajectory and potential in a holistic manner. Personalized Coaching: Over the course of our work together, I get to know you on a deep level. This personal connection allows me to tailor my coaching to your specific needs and aspirations, ensuring that the advice and strategies I provide are directly relevant to your unique situation. By working with me, you will not only enhance the quality of your application but also gain a clearer understanding of your own narrative and how to present it powerfully. Let’s work together to turn your application into a compelling story that stands out and captures the attention of the admissions committees at HBS, GSB, and Wharton.

Welcome to my profile! I'm a passionate MBA coach with a diverse background in entrepreneurship and brand building. As the founder of Ourside, I used a grant from Harvard to start my dream business and have since garnered over 60 press hits and grown a thriving community. With an MBA from Harvard Business School and experience as an MBA intern at the early stage venture capital firm TMV, I bring a unique perspective to the coaching process about how to turn a non-traditional background into an asset in school and beyond. My superpower is helping you navigate the application process, find your unique story and stand out in a competitive landscape. Let's work together to unlock your potential and achieve your MBA goals. Reach out to me today!

Welcome to my profile! As a Stanford engineer and Harvard MBA graduate of '23, I have a background in product, design, engineering, and operations at both early stage and large companies - I bring a unique perspective to the MBA application process. I have helped individuals navigate the application process for the GSB, HBS, Wharton and have leveraged my 7+ years of operational experience to help individuals successfully navigate the competitive MBA admissions landscape. I'm attuned to the countless coaches out there and the varying styles in their approach. My coaching approach is tailored to each client's specific goals and strengths, ensuring that their applications stand out among the pool of applicants. Whether you need assistance with application strategy, essay editing, or interview preparation, I am here to guide you every step of the way. I'm excited to help unlock your potential and secure your spot at a top MBA program. Reach out to me today to get started!

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from MIT Sloan and a Master’s in International and Public Affairs from Columbia Business School, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. My professional journey spans roles at top companies like Nike, Hinge, and Nasdaq, where I honed my skills in product management and marketing. I have successfully coached 5 clients, helping them navigate the competitive MBA admissions process and secure spots at their dream schools. Let's work together to craft a standout application that highlights your unique strengths and experiences. Reach out to get started!

I graduated Harvard Business School in 2018 and one of the favorite parts of school was serving as an admissions representative and helping prospective students navigate the admissions process. I am passionate and excited to help clients pursue their business degree in the way and place that best fits their needs. Before business school I worked as a marketing engineer at Texas Instruments (yes, the calculator company) in a role that was a liaison between our sellers in the field and engineers at corporate. It was a great job but I knew I wanted to learn more about business through an MBA. I quickly realized telling my story and background was tricky for a business setting because of how “non traditional” it was. Thus began my hate-affair with the phrase “non traditional”. I believe anyone and everyone regardless of your background has something to contribute to and can benefit from a business education. Thinking through what that could look like for clients and sharing what I’ve learned from my research and experience is why I coach in my spare time. After graduating HBS, I received a full time off from my internship in strategy and operations at Google and now work in the office of the CTO at Verily. During my time at Google, I helped Google Cloud scale with the growing industry and also worked part time in our internal incubator, Area120, on an AI integrated home fitness platform startup and now do chief of staff/strat ops functions for Verily's tech org. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and dogs, scuba diving, teaching fitness classes, and watching college football.

-Admission into 4 top 10 full-time MBA programs -Demonstrable success with prior candidates, fulfilling admissions to top 10 programs

Hi! I’m a first-generation college grad, Stanford alumna (MBA, BA Economics & Communication, Phi Beta Kappa) and writing/career coach who has found my calling in helping others to pursue their educational dreams. I provide personalized, knowledgeable, trusted support to diverse US and international students at every step of the admissions process. By working together, you’ll: • Access deep admissions expertise gained from years of direct experience: interviewer, applications reader, Stanford minority admissions advisory representative, pro bono admissions consulting, member of professional educational consulting organizations, quoted by US News. I’ll demystify college admissions and help you to make informed choices. • Create crafting authentic, insightful personal statements that uniquely reflect your background, values, experiences and goals and enable you to stand out. You don’t need to love writing. I’ll help you to identify not only what to communicate, but also how to communicate clearly, concisely and compellingly. • Chart your career vision. Perhaps you’re still considering your career options. I’ll serve as a knowledgeable and supportive sounding board and mentor. • Chart your career vision. Perhaps you’re still considering your career options. I’ll provide a knowledgeable and supportive sounding board and mentor. Together, we’ll identify strategies and actions you can take to achieve your academic and career goals (admissions committees want to know this!). I’ve personally enjoyed diverse, non-traditional work opportunities spanning international business, tech and marketing, strategy and communications at startups, nonprofits and corporations in the US, Europe and Asia. I draw on my experiences and extensive network and bring a “can do,” non-judgmental, strategic approach to helping you to achieve your goals. • Build a customized, balanced list of schools where you can thrive. The question we’ll focus on isn’t whether you’ll get into a great program (trust me, you will!), but rather, how do we identify a short list of schools where you will thrive. I tap deep roots in the Stanford community where I’m an active alumna, pro bono alumni consultant, minority/DEI initiative leader, and class secretary who’s been honored for my volunteer service by Stanford. • Benefit from personalized, responsive support at every step of the application process. I work closely with a limited number of diverse, motivated US and international clients each year. Working together, you will be able to: o Identify strategies and action plans for preparing your strongest candidacy o Write essays that elevate you from being a qualified applicant to a compelling one o Navigate the admission process with less stress and uncertainty and better outcomes