Laura N.
5.0
Former Ad Comm, Ross MBA, and Pro Admissions Coach (15 Years of Exp)
Studied at University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Works at LE Nelson Consulting
Admissions Committee Experience
Available Tuesday at 4:00 PM UTC
Usually responds within 8 hours
My availability changes weekly, so please contact me if you want to meet outside posted hours. I'm already filling slots for R1 2024, so if you're interested in collaborating before slots close and prices go up, please book time!
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Laura’s MBA Qualifications
Coaches professionally
500+ people coached for MBA
Open to working with clients outside the U.S.
Laura has helped clients get into these schools:
I'm a Ross MBA (University of Michigan) with admissions committee experience at Ross. I've spent the last 15 years successfully coaching MBA applicants through the admissions process independently and with top-rated consulting firms (Stacy Blackman and mbaMission), and have helped clients earn spots at HBS, GSB, Wharton, Booth, Ross, Kellogg, Fuqua, Columbia, Haas, Stern, Darden, Tuck, Johnson, Darden, INSEAD, and many others. As a coach, I'll partner with you on any and all parts of your application. I've collaborated with a range of candidates, and have had great success with those from more traditional backgrounds seeking a way to stand out among a sea of qualified peers, as well as those from non-traditional backgrounds who need guidance articulating how their talents and aspirations will fit into an MBA class. If you're looking for a seasoned, professional coach who's seen it all and can help guide you through the whole process, let's work together!
Laura can help with:
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Editing
Secondary Review
Recommendations
Ding Analysis
School Selection
Application Strategy
Interviews
Essays
Resume
Waitlist Strategy
Laura also coaches for Marketing, Product Marketing Management, and College. View all.
About Laura
*I am a full-time, professional MBA admissions consultant, and I focus on the M7, the top 20 programs in the U.S., and the top 10 international MBA programs.* I'm also a member of the Association of International Graduate Admissions Consultants (AIGAC), which accepts ONLY professional consultants who have proven expertise, are accredited, and adhere to the highest standards. While many individuals can coach, few have ongoing access to admissions committees and ongoing training like I do. I highly encourage you to choose your partners wisely! I specialize in guiding two distinct candidate profiles through the complex and competitive MBA admissions process: 1. Non-traditional, non-business candidates who bring a rich diversity of experiences to the MBA cohort and need assistance with crafting a compelling brand and storyline that resonates with top business programs. 2. Traditional candidates from business backgrounds who seek to distinguish themselves amid a sea of similarly qualified candidates and need assistance with determining what helps them stand out and which stories to share as part of their applications. 2022-23 client stats: • 43 admits to top 20 programs • $2.25MM+ in scholarships granted • 24 full and half scholarships awarded
Why do I coach?
The best athletes, brightest minds, and most ambitious businessmen and women have all benefitted from the expertise of coaches. Since 2009, I've coached hundreds of MBA, Master's, and undergraduate applicants to put their best foot forward for top programs. I believe everyone has a unique story to tell, and I'm determine to help reveal each candidate's strengths and most promising qualities throughout the application process. Coaching leverages some of my greatest strengths to guide candidates of all types to achieve their goals. Professionally, my experience spans from the entertainment industry (in Los Angeles, pre-MBA) to tech in San Francisco and Denver (post-MBA). Over the years, I've worked for various subsidiaries of AOL, and for three well-funded software startups. I have a strong eye for editing and marketing, and have put that skill set to good use in my work in admissions.
Work Experience
Senior MBA Admissions Consultant
Stacy Blackman Consulting
February 2017 - Present
Founder and MBA Admissions Consultant
LE Nelson Consulting
2009 - Present
Hiring Manager
MBA Admissions Consulting
Vice President of Marketing
Signpost
2019 - 2023
Hiring Manager
Director of Marketing
Broadly
2015 - 2019
Hiring Manager
Director of Marketing
Reputation
2014 - 2015
Hiring Manager
Regional Business Director
Patch
2010 - 2013
Hiring Manager
Senior MBA Admissions Consultant
mbaMission
2009 - 2012
MBA Consultant
MillerCoors
March 2007 - May 2007
Marketing Intern
Ford Motor Company
2007 - 2007
Assistant to Talent Manager
Brillstein Entertainment Partners
2005 - 2006
Assistant to VP of Production
MGM Studios
2003 - 2005
Education
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
MBA, 2008
2006 - 2008
Admissions Committee Experience
Admissions committee member and interviewer
Carnegie Mellon University
BFA
1998 - 2002
31 Reviews
Overall Rating
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Value
5.0
Responsiveness
5.0
Supportiveness
5.0
Laura has helped clients get into these schools: