I have personally been admitted to several M7 and T15 MBA programs, including The Wharton School, Chicago Booth, Columbia Business School ($130K fellowship), and Cornell Johnson ($70K fellowship). Additionally, I am a recipient of some of the most prestigious and competitive graduate fellowships in the world, such as the Schwarzman Scholars program at Tsinghua University with only a 3% acceptance rate annually. Since then, I have advised 20+ traditional and non-traditional applicants to top business schools globally, including Harvard Business School, Stanford GSB, Wharton, Columbia, Kellogg, Booth, MIT Sloan, INSEAD, London Business School, Haas, Cornell Johnson, and Dartmouth Tuck, etc. I have developed a success framework and templates that can guide you through the MBA application process and maximize your chances. Let's work together to craft a standout application that highlights your unique story. Reach out to start your journey towards your dream MBA program!

Applying for an MBA can feel overwhelming, but it’s also an incredible opportunity to reflect on your career, values, and long-term goals. With my own experience successfully navigating the application process and supporting peers with essays, resumes, and interview prep, I’m here to make your journey both manageable and empowering. As a seasoned writing advisor, editor, and public speaking coach, I offer personalized guidance at every step—from brainstorming essay ideas to refining your interview responses. Whether you're just getting started or perfecting your final details, I’m here to help you present your best self confidently and authentically. A little more background on me: I graduated as Valedictorian from Middlebury College, where I majored in Economics. I then started my career in management consulting at The Bridgespan Group ( a nonprofit spin out of Bain Consulting), and then moved on to a Strategy & Ops role at Nurx, a women's health startup. I am currently in my final year of the Joint Degree Program between the Harvard Kennedy School of Government and the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth. During my degree, I have served as a teaching assistant and tutor at both Harvard and Dartmouth.

I'm a London Business School alumnus and interviewer who started A1 MBA Consultants (A1mba.com). I have helped 120+ students, including ex-Formula 1 Race Driver Nicholas Latifi, get into their dream MBA program at schools such as HBS, Stanford GSB, Columbia, Wharton, Kellogg, London Business School, INSEAD, Oxford, Cambridge, and many more. I adopt a comprehensive and much more hands-on approach than your typical consultant, leveraging my insights into what adcoms want that I gained from being an interviewer. Partner with me and I will work to make your business school application journey a successful one.

Admitted to Haas (full scholarship) and Kellogg MMM program (partial scholarship) from a non-traditional background. Have coached many applicants through application strategy including school selection, essay writing, and interview prep.

Welcome to my profile! I'm Arielle, a MBA student at The Wharton School with a strong background in finance and private equity. My experience includes working as a Private Equity Associate at Warburg Pincus and as an Investment Banking Analyst at Goldman Sachs, where I honed my skills in the technology sector. I am passionate about helping aspiring MBA candidates navigate the competitive admissions process, drawing on my own successful application journey and industry insights. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, essay writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's connect and craft a winning application together!

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from Michigan's Ross School of Business and experience on their admissions committee, I have a deep understanding of what top business schools are looking for in applicants. My professional journey includes leading business strategy and operations at Palo Alto Networks and serving as an Engagement Manager at Deloitte Consulting, where I honed my strategic thinking and leadership skills. Over the years, I've successfully coached 60+ individuals, helping them craft compelling applications and secure spots at their dream MBA programs. Whether you need guidance on application strategy, school selection, resume writing, or interview preparation, I'm here to help you navigate the competitive MBA admissions process. Let's work together to make your application stand out!

Welcome to my profile! As a current MBA student at The Wharton School and a Master in Law candidate at the University of Pennsylvania Law School, I bring a unique blend of business and legal expertise to my coaching. Coming from a non-traditional background of public policy, I know how daunting it can be to apply to MBA programs. Prior to Wharton, I spent 5 years at the American Financial Services Association, where I advised consumer lending companies on state legislative and regulatory issues. I am also a disability inclusion advocate, serving on the board of a nonprofit called Full Spectrum Agency for Autistic adults. I am also the President of Wharton's Disability Empowerment & Action League. Before becoming a Leland coach, I have coached prospective students, helping them navigate the competitive MBA admissions process. I am especially excited to work with applicants from non-traditional backgrounds or who are passionate about disability. Let's work together to craft a compelling application that highlights your strengths and sets you apart. Reach out to start your journey to an elite MBA program!

I'm a Stanford MBA student who received admission to Stanford and Wharton. I provide unique coaching because I do not come from a traditional consulting or finance background, and I was accepted with my partner who is also a current GSB student. I'm so excited to help you identify why you want to go to business school by crafting your story and bringing your experiences to life. Prior to the GSB, I was a technical product manager at Capital One where I led frontend and backend product strategy for the Capital One credit card application for all customers applying for a credit card. As an MBA admissions coach, I will help you dig deep to identify your pivotal experiences and core strengths to create your story. Together we will thread them throughout your application -- from application strategy to recommendations to interview. More specifically, I can provide the following services: - Initial application strategy - Essay brainstorming, essay editing, and final essay review - Recommendations strategy - Final application review - What to expect in an interview / mock interviews - Waitlist strategy - Strategy for applying with a partner I have helped many students and professionals craft their applications, prepare interviews, and receive offers at their target companies and institutions, and I look forward to helping you do the same!

While working in the University of Chicago Booth School of Business Admissions Office, I reviewed hundreds of applications and learned what distinguished the successful candidates from those who were merely qualified for admission. As a member of AIGAC (https://aigac.org/) I spend time with the admissions teams of the top business schools to better understand what each school is looking for each year. Over the last 15 years, I have successfully helped both US and non-US-based MBA applicants translate their rich global experiences into compelling, relevant, and memorable applications. I am especially proud of the scholarship offers that my clients have landed, summing to more than $500K over the years! I deliver a unique approach to MBA admissions consulting, combining the art of storytelling with persuasive communication techniques, thereby offering my clients a distinct advantage over other applicants. I also specializes in helping MBA candidates who want to transition to a new career path, guiding them on how to convince admissions officers that an MBA will put them on the path to success in a brand new field.

I'm great at helping you convey your stories with clarity, and getting your word count down to your essay's limit with flair. I've helped several folks get into M7 and beyond programs by helping them tie their experiences to their business school goals.