The Calm in the Chaos

Strengths:

You work directly with Kelsey! No being bounced around between junior consultants or admin staff. She's a powerhouse :)

If there’s one thing I’d tell anyone starting the MBA application process, it’s to work with Kelsey. The whole thing is stressful, overwhelming and honestly kind of a black box, but having Kelsey in my corner was the calm in the chaos. She brings a ton of experience as a former AdCom, but more than that, she’s just incredibly kind, accessible, and real.
Right from our first call—where she stayed on for an extra 30 minutes just to answer all my questions (even the silly ones)—I knew I was in good hands. She gives her personal number, responds super quickly (like, within a couple hours!), and genuinely makes you feel like you’re not doing this alone.
One thing I really appreciated was how honest and transparent she was. She never sugarcoated anything, but somehow always delivered tough feedback in a way that made me feel encouraged, not defeated. I always felt clear on what was working, what needed work, and that she was truly a partner in the process—not just a consultant, but someone who cared about my story and was invested in helping me tell it well.
Kelsey made a stressful process feel way less scary. She helped me tell my story in a way that felt authentic, and I always felt supported—through every draft, every interview prep session, and every little meltdown in between.