Ariam Tesfai

I believe that there is great power in embracing the fact that there is only one you. I, thus, work with clients to discover their individuality and assert their distinctive voice throughout the application process. This effort, albeit demanding, is also highly rewarding, enabling clients to transform introspection into applications that connect with admissions committees.

I have an MBA from Harvard Business School and a Bachelor of Science from Boston College. My approach to supporting clients stems from my own professional and academic experiences. In my diverse pursuits, I have consistently leveraged storytelling – from management consulting to strategy roles in consumer tech and fashion, I have crafted narratives that build understanding and trust, ultimately affording me access to a range of opportunities.

In my business school essays and interviews, I strived to connectedly convey my ambitions, impetus for an MBA, and unique value as a prospective student. My narrative proved compelling; I was accepted to several top MBA programs and granted various scholarships, including a full-tuition scholarship through The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management. It has been a joy to share the techniques I found effective with other aspiring applicants and to see their success.

I currently reside in Brooklyn, where I spend my spare time attending writing workshops centered on personal essay and memoir styles, watching foreign thrillers, and improvising in the kitchen.