Strengths:

Holistic guidance and review of every page of the application, from the letter of recommendations, to the application essays and short answer responses, to the mock interviews. Exceptionally helpful

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N/A - have nothing but good things to say!

Emma was incredible to work with. As an American applying to only schools in the UK, I knew I wanted to work with someone with deep expertise in the UK market, and Emma was an incredible guide through the process. She helped me craft a cohesive and well-rounded narrative across several essays and short answer responses, which are more common for the UK applications. As a result of her thorough and thoughtful guidance, I was admitted to both schools I applied to, and I received a scholarship at both schools as well. I certainly don't think I would've achieved this outcome without Emma. Aside from the results, Emma was just a lovely person to work with. She's kind, funny, patient, and endlessly helpful. I always looked forward to our sessions together. I would wholeheartedly recommend Emma to anyone, but especially those unfamiliar with the UK MBA application process.

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Strengths:

Attention to detail and willingness to work with you for a considerable amount of time outside of normal scheduled hours with the complete package.

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Turnaround time, but not that big of a deal.

Silpa was an incredible coach throughout the process. Candid and direct from day one, which put to rest any fears I had about the typical "consultant" experience. She was hands-on where it counted, sharpening my essays until they actually sounded like me and reworking my resume so it told a clear story. I got into Wharton (my top choice) and Columbia, and I don't think I'd have landed either without her guidance and mentorship. If you're serious about your MBA applications and want someone who'll tell you the truth and do the work alongside you, Silpa is who you want. Highly recommend.

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I bought a comprehensive school package from Fortuna and choose Bill as my advisor. Bill is sharp, calm, steady, and honestly one of the most insightful advisors I’ve ever worked with. I came in thinking I had a pretty “normal background,” and he helped me turn it into a clear, authentic, and compelling MBA story. He boosted my confidence from day one.

I applied to part‑time MBA programs with online formats and got accepted to every school I applied to — including UC Berkeley Haas and NYU Stern. Bill played a huge role in that.

My biggest challenge was figuring out my “shining part” for my essay. Bill dug into my background and found an angle in my career I had completely missed. That changed the tone of my whole story and gave me real direction. I talked to other coaches, but Bill was the one who saw my story with most clarity and honesty. Choosing him was one of my best decisions.

Bill makes the MBA process feel doable. I used to worry about not having tons of extracurriculars or felt insecure about parts of my application, he always brought a calm, positive perspective. He helped me see that you don’t need to be perfect and you just need to be yourself.

He knows the admissions side inside out. His guidance kept me moving and saved me from so much friction. I always felt like I was in good hands because he really gets how admissions work and guided me through it step by step.

He genuinely cares about your application and never rushes you like a streamlined service provider. I’m a perfectionist, and at first I didn’t send him anything for weeks because I felt my drafts weren’t “ready.” He told me, “Send me whatever you have — we’ll shape it together.” After that, I started dropping him notes and ideas whenever I had them, and everything became smoother.

Bill is more than a coach, he became a mentor and even a friend. When I felt overwhelmed balancing family, work, and the application, he listened, encouraged me, and helped me get my clarity back.

He’s flexible, reliable, and always shows up when deadlines matter. I truly appreciate him as both a mentor and a person. He made the MBA process not just manageable, but meaningful. I hope this helps others see how much of a difference he makes.

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Bill is terrific advisor and mentor. There is really nothing on top of my mind for improvement for now.

Bill is sharp, calm, steady, and honestly one of the most insightful advisors I’ve ever worked with. I came in thinking I had a pretty “normal background,” and he helped me turn it into a clear, authentic, and compelling MBA story. He boosted my confidence from day one.

I applied to part‑time MBA programs with online formats and got accepted to every school I applied to — including UC Berkeley Haas and NYU Stern. Bill played a huge role in that.

My biggest challenge was figuring out my “shining part” for my essay. Bill dug into my background and found an angle in my career I had completely missed. That changed the tone of my whole story and gave me real direction. I talked to other coaches, but Bill was the one who saw my story with most clarity and honesty. Choosing him was one of my best decisions.

Bill makes the MBA process feel doable. I used to worry about not having tons of extracurriculars or felt insecure about parts of my application, he always brought a calm, positive perspective. He helped me see that you don’t need to be perfect and you just need to be yourself.

He knows the admissions side inside out. His guidance kept me moving and saved me from so much friction. I always felt like I was in good hands because he really gets how admissions work and guided me through it step by step.

He genuinely cares about your application and never rushes you like a streamlined service provider. I’m a perfectionist, and at first I didn’t send him anything for weeks because I felt my drafts weren’t “ready.” He told me, “Send me whatever you have — we’ll shape it together.” After that, I started dropping him notes and ideas whenever I had them, and everything became smoother.

Bill is more than a coach, he became a mentor and even a friend. When I felt overwhelmed balancing family, work, and the application, he listened, encouraged me, and helped me get my clarity back.

He’s flexible, reliable, and always shows up when deadlines matter. I truly appreciate him as both a mentor and a person. He made the MBA process not just manageable, but meaningful. I hope this helps others see how much of a difference he makes.

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I can't recommend Melissa highly enough. INSEAD was my dream school and the only one I was applying to and I genuinely don't think I would have gotten in without her guidance.

From the very beginning, she challenged me to reflect more deeply on my experiences, motivations, and goals. Her feedback on my ideas and essays wasn't about rewriting them for me, it was about asking the right questions and prompting me to think in ways I hadn't considered. That process helped me uncover and articulate my own story in a way I simply couldn't have done on my own.

Her support extended throughout every stage of the application. She provided invaluable guidance on my recommendation letters, helped shape my essays, and, most importantly, prepared me for the interviews. The interview was the part of the application I was most nervous about, but her mock interviews and detailed feedback gave me the confidence and preparation I needed.

What I appreciated most was her coaching style. Rather than giving answers, she asked thoughtful questions that pushed me to reflect more deeply and arrive at stronger, more authentic responses. Looking back, that approach made all the difference. Not only for the application, but also for self reflection that will be beneficial in my MBA journey, career, and life going forward.

I wholeheartedly recommend working with Melissa if you're applying to a top MBA program and want someone who will help you present the best version of yourself!

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Strengths:

-Resume prep
-essay prep
-interview prep
-waitlist navigation
-great people to work with

Would make the product better:

Nothing they were great!

Coming from a low undergraduate GPA background I know I could not have gotten into multiple top-15 full-time MBA programs without Sharon and the Fortuna team's guidance. The MBA application process was completely new to me, and from day one, Sharon helped me clearly articulate my goals, highlight my strengths, and develop a compelling application strategy.

She was instrumental in refining my stories into impactful essays and worked closely with me to ensure my recommendations effectively reinforced my candidacy. When it came time for interviews, Sharon helped me sharpen my talking points, communicate my experiences with confidence, and stand out to admissions committees.

She also provided invaluable support while I navigated a waitlist, offering thoughtful advice and encouragement that ultimately helped me earn an admission offer.

Sharon is knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in her clients' success. I highly recommend her and the Fortuna team to anyone applying to top MBA programs. Their guidance made all the difference in my admissions journey.

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Silpa aimed higher than I dared to dream and helped me express my aspirations better than I could have. Silpa is an expert in making your authenticity shine. Silpa is great at keeping you on track, especially if you have a busy work schedule. It is critical to work with a consultant that is familiar with what Admissions is looking for in an application, and Silpa understands this perfectly. Together, we channeled which schools were ideal based on my skill set and goals, and we established my candidacy. When I started my MBA journey, I was hoping to get into a top 50 school. I ended up accepting admission to my dream school, Duke Fuqua. Thank you, Silpa and Fortuna, for your help and support!

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After speaking with multiple MBA admissions consultants, I chose Melissa as I felt we connected the best and was definitely not disappointed. From the start, she helped me identify my key strengths and recommended actionable steps for addressing my weaknesses. Her detailed feedback on my essays also really made me reflect on my past experiences that eventually translated into much clearer goals. She was very easy to communicate with and responded promptly to questions I had during the process, ranging from application components to interview preparation. In addition, during periods when I was also juggling work assignments, she was a great coach and kept me on track for the application targets we had set together. Thanks to her guidance, I got offers from London Business School and three other top U.S. programs. I would surely recommend Melissa to anyone looking for a highly dedicated and experienced admissions consultant.

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If you want someone who will actually challenge you, not just polish you, hire Heidi.

I came in as a consultant with a solid resume. However, she was the critical element in helping me find my actual voice, shape my experiences into a well-rounded application, and stay organized through the whole process while working a demanding job. That combination is hard to pull off. She came highly recommended to me by a mentor and I am so grateful.

She doesn't start from what you've done. She starts from who you are. Every session built on the last, and she had a way of catching things I'd said in passing and recognizing they were actually the whole point. The clearest example: after a few sessions going broad on one essay, she said "this one sentence you said 4 sessions ago felt powerful, what if we start from scratch and focus on that theme?". That call changed everything and became the foundation of my What matters most essay.

While i've seen success stories with her for all major schools, in particular if your dream school is Stanford (was mine), she is the best person you can work with. She Stanford in and out and helps you communicate your skills and personality for GSB in a powerful way incl. brainstorming how to bring out the best sides of your with recommenders and various smaller parts of the application.

Got into my dream school and would hire her again without hesitating.

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Strengths:

Very thorough preparation for MBA applications, with comprehensive resources and consistent support throughout.

Would make the product better:

N/A

I had a great experience working with Rachel on my apps! I was able to get into Wharton, one of my top schools. She really worked to understand my background and motivations so I could craft the best story for my essays and applications. She was very thorough with every single part of my applications and kept me on track throughout the few months we were working together. Rachel was very responsive, even at the last second right before apps were due. I really appreciated her advice throughout the process and for the help prepping for my interviews. Thanks so much, Rachel!

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I worked with Emma on my MBA applications, as this was one of the most important decisions for me. An MBA is a major responsibility and I didn’t want to leave anything out, I wanted my application to be as strong as possible. Emma calmly guided me through the entire process. She was always available, positive, and very down-to-earth, and felt like a real friend and mentor by my side, guiding and supporting me throughout.

She is a genuine person who gives honest opinions. She never hesitates or compromises on time; she was even available during her vacation, which I am very grateful for and deeply respect. She truly understands how much this means for a candidate.

Speaking about my results, they were stunning: my dream school, Columbia Business School, accepted me with a scholarship of almost 75%. This is a dream come true for me, and I am truly thankful for Emma’s support.

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