Allison Nelson, MBA, Harvard Business School
With nearly two decades of experience, our founder, armed with a B.A in Chinese Studies from Wellesley College and an MBA from Harvard Business School, have been dedicated to guiding students through the intricacies of both undergraduate and graduate school applications.
As a former Editor of The Harbus and President of a publishing company, their storytelling prowess has consistently secured offers and scholarships from leading institutions. Passionate about uncovering your uniqueness, our founder is driven by a love for giving back and helping others triumph in the admissions process.
Crafting Unique Stories and Building Futures
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2 Decades of Expertise
With a B.A in Chinese Studies from Wellesley College and an MBA from Harvard Business School, I've dedicated nearly 20 years to guiding students in both undergraduate and graduate school applications.
Diverse Executive Experience
From investment banking at Credit Suisse to founding wine bars and holding executive positions in tech, I bring a wealth of experience across multiple industries.
Passionate Mentor
I dedicate time to mentoring start-up entrepreneurs, supporting women in business, and assisting students in low-income communities with resumes and mock interviews.
Extensive Admissions Experience
Having conducted interviews for Harvard and Wellesley, served as a lead regional Admissions Rep for Wellesley for 15 years, and led recruiting programs for various companies, I understand the admissions landscape intimately.
Accolades and Achievements
As the VP of The Women’s Student Association at HBS, I received the President’s award at graduation and a Harvard fellowship for tuition.
Personal Interests
In my free time, I find joy in black and white photography and hiking in the Pacific NW with my goldendoodle.