MBA Admission Consultants

Meet the MBA Admissions Consulting Team

Our MBA admissions consultants have admissions committee experience at the top MBA programs in the country, and have read countless applications. They advise applicants on interviews, resumes, helpful extracurricular activities and overall admissions applications. Interested in our services? Set up a free consultation with us today.

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Sarah J. Goebel (Sally)

Former Senior Associate Director of Admissions
Wharton School of University of Pennsylvania

Former Director of On-Campus Recruitment Programs
University of Pennsylvania

5 Years in Wharton MBA Admissions
3 Years in Penn Undergraduate Admissions
10,000+ Applications Read and Evaluated

Sally’s professional experience combines nearly a decade of Ivy League admissions work with more than 20 years advising students and parents in prestigious college preparatory schools regarding admissions and financial aid.

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Sally’s Ivy League experience spans Penn undergraduate and Wharton MBA admissions, and includes reading and evaluating many thousands of applications, executing final decision authority, training teams of auxiliary application readers, and conducting sessions to advise applicants.

Sally’s expertise regarding strategic positioning and compelling personal messaging helps applicants convey their achievements, talents and aspirations to yield optimal presentation and delivery. Sally holds undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Pennsylvania. Sally has had a 30 year career in admissions, including more than 20 years as admissions director.

Nicholas Accrocco

Former Assistant Director of Admissions
Kogod School of Business, American University

Former Auxiliary Application Reader
University of Pennsylvania

Former Admissions Counselor
Vanderbilt University

1 Year in University of Pennsylvania Admissions
1 Year in American University Admissions
3 Years in Vanderbilt University Admissions
7,000+ Applications Read and Evaluated

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Dr. Nick J. Accrocco has a passion for helping students in the admissions process as a Former Assistant Director of Admissions at Kogod School of Business at American University. Nick's experience during his time in admissions has given him insight as to what is valued within admissions committees from his work at Vanderbilt University and the University of Pennsylvania.

He has helped countless students with understanding the nuances of selective college admissions, fine-tuning all aspects of their business applications, as well as preparation for college interviews.

Combining years of admissions experience at both the graduate and undergraduate level, as well as helping hundreds of students apply to selective colleges and universities.

Natalie Lahiff

Former MBA Admissions Advisor
The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

3,000+ Applications Read and Evaluated

Natalie Lahiff was an integral part of the MBA Admissions Committee for the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, interviewing and advising potential applicants, reading and evaluating applications, and recruiting candidates through various admissions events.

Natalie understands the importance of a solid, compelling application when applying to top-tier business schools. She focuses on her clients’ unique stories and assists them in delivering a clear personal narrative that will set them apart from other applicants.

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John W. Enyart

Former Director of MBA and Graduate Admissions
Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

Former Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
Katz Graduate School of Business, University of Pittsburgh

11 years of undergraduate admissions directorships for engineering, sciences and liberal arts
9 years of graduate admissions directorships for business and natural sciences
26,000+ Admissions Decisions (final authority)

Mr. Enyart draws on his experience with a wide spectrum of select academic programs and admissions processes as a teacher and director of admissions.

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Prior to launching his own technology companies, he spent over 20 years leading both graduate and undergraduate admissions programs. Mr. Enyart retired from academia as Director of MBA and Graduate Admissions and faculty member at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to his tenure at Penn, Mr. Enyart was a Professor and Director of Admissions and Financial Aid at the Katz Graduate School of Business, University of Pittsburgh.

John brings both a deep perspective on compelling admissions packages, as well as an acute awareness of current and unfolding STEM and business school communities, with a focus on integrating academic and professional opportunities. Throughout his career, John has been a dedicated mentor to hundreds of students and professionals and is distinguished by the extensive advising experience he brings to his consulting clients. Mr. Enyart holds undergraduate degrees in Engineering and Physics from the University of Pennsylvania, and an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh.

Olivia Linder

Former Executive EMBA Admissions Assistant Director
The Sloan School of Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

6.5 Years in MIT Sloan Executive MBA Admissions
2,000+ Applications Read and Evaluated

Olivia led Executive MBA Admission for the MIT Sloan School of Management, overseeing the admissions committee, interviewing potential applicants, reading and evaluating applications, recruiting candidates through various admissions events, and acting as the principal point of contact for all admitted students.

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Olivia also created guides and training documents for all facets of recruitment, admissions, and matriculation for admissions advisors and interviewers.

Olivia has spent the last several years at Amazon working as a Technical Product Manager, leading multiple initiatives across different areas of the company, from Retail to HR. Most recently, her focus is within Generative AI. Combining years of admissions experience at the graduate level, as well as her years of industry experience, Olivia’s expertise lies with strategic positioning and presenting your work experience.

Olivia earned her B.A. from Wellesley College and an M. Ed. in Higer Education Administration from Boston University.

Kim Szpiro

Former Assistant Director of Admissions
SC Johnson School of Business, Cornell University

10 years in Cornell MBA Admissions
10,000+ Applications Read and Evaluated

Kim earned her Bachelor's and Master’s Degrees in Nursing Science from Queen’s University in Canada. As Assistant Director of Admissions at Cornell, Kim she worked with prospective students from their first interest in MBA programs, through the application process and admissions decisions.

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Kim worked extensively with waitlisted applicants to help them improve their applications and ultimately find a seat in the class. In addition, she participated in events with Management Leadership for Tomorrow MBA Prep Program and was an advisor for Forte MBALaunch. Kim is passionate about helping prospective students find the right fit for their personal and career goals.

Kim has traveled extensively, recruiting in North America, Europe and India. She enjoys interacting with applicants and helping them understand the admissions process and expectations.

Jennifer Charron

Former Associate Director of Admissions
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business

Former Sr. Associate Director of Admissions
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business

6+ Years in UC Berkeley/Haas MBA Admissions
Thousands of applications reviewed
Hundreds of applicants interviewed

Jennifer Charron graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Mass Communications. With a 15+ year career in marketing with top US and global companies, she draws on her corporate experience to shape a new level of MBA candidates.

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Once transitioning to college admissions, Jennifer became an integral part of the MBA Admissions Committee for the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley. Jennifer interviewed applicants, read and evaluated applications, recruited candidates through various admissions events, and executed final decision authority.

Jennifer has a real desire to help future executives navigate the selective MBA admissions process. She understands the importance of a solid, well-rounded, compelling application when applying to top-tier business schools. She focuses on her clients’ unique stories and narratives, while assisting them in delivering a clear personal statement that will set them apart from other applicants. She believes that each person has a distinct story to tell, and her passion lies in guiding students to realize their unique qualities, discover their voice, and express their story.

Claudia Sampson

Former Assistant Admissions Director
Columbia Business School

2+ Years in Columbia Business School Admissions
10,000+ MBA Applications Read and Evaluated

Claudia graduated from Columbia University with a BA in French and Political Science. She was awarded an M.S. in Organizational Change Management at the Milano New School for Public Engagement in May 2014, where she also received the 2014 Outstanding Graduate Student Award for Excellence in Academics, Leadership, and Community Service.

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She later earned an M.A. in Politics from the New School for Social Research in New York. In addition to speaking French, she is also fluent in Spanish. Claudia has received various professional designations over the years from many organizations including the Institute for Diversity Certification, the Society for Human Resources Management, and the Institute for Executive Development.

Claudia leveraged her hands-on experience as Assistant Admissions Director at Columbia Business School to advise clients on gaining a competitive advantage. She increased the year-over-year yield of Columbia Business School students of color by 60% and minority enrollment by 150%. She successfully managed new Pfizer scholarship awards while promoting existing relationships with key stakeholders like Goldman and JP Morgan. She also designed and delivered graduate business school selection, application, and career management strategies for 200+ fellows in the Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT) program for over five years. Claudia continues to offer admissions consulting on goal setting, career mapping, effective storytelling, and interviewing. Additionally, she has conducted interview preparation at NYU Stern, Fordham Gabelli School of Business, and Rutgers Graduate School of Business.

Julia Potapoff

Former Graduate Admissions Reader
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business

Former Graduate Admissions Reader
Columbia University

Former Admissions Committee Member
New York University

1 year in The University of Chicago Booth School of Business Admissions
1 year in Columbia University Admissions
3 years in New York University Admissions
3,000+ Applications Read and Evaluated

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Julia earned her BA in English from Suffolk University and an MA in Higher Education & Student Affairs from New York University.

Julia has worked as a graduate student administrator and advisor at New York University and has reviewed thousands of graduate applications for University of Washington Foster School of Business, Columbia University School of Professional Studies, and The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Julia has served on several admissions committees and worked with hundreds of graduate students during her time in higher education. With admissions experience at a variety of top ranked institutions across the country, she has gained an extensive understanding of the application process and what makes a graduate applicant stand out to an admissions officer.

Julia has worked as a writing tutor for several years, helping students draft impactful essays for college applications and graduate level courses. Formerly an English instructor in South Korea, she has experience teaching international students how to use storytelling to write strong essays. She is dedicated to helping students craft impressive admissions applications and reach their higher education goals.

Clarence Welch III

Former Assistant Director of Admissions, Office of Diversity and Inclusion
SC Johnson School of Business, Cornell University

Former Admissions Service Representative
SC Johnson School of Business, Cornell University

Former Assistant Director of Admissions
Hartwick College

3.5 Years Cornell University Admissions
1 Year in Hartwick College Admissions

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Clarence attended Hartwick College, where he received a degree in Business Management. He began his career in higher education at his alma mater, recruiting in various markets that included territories in New York State (Counties of- Ulster, Rockland, Orange, Montgomery, Sullivan, Dutchess, Columbia, and Putnam), Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Maine. Clarence moved on to work at the SC Johnson School of Business, formerly The Johnson School at Cornell University. At Cornell he first started out as a first line operations team member for the two-year MBA program. Clarence shifted to the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, under the umbrella of the admissions office. His focus was on recruitment of “under represented groups,” i.e. Black, Hispanic/Latino, and Women prospective candidates, and he was a vital member of the admissions committee. Clarence’s overall approach to admissions has ensured that all students he worked with were the right “fit” for Hartwick or Cornell. Through continuous communication and attentive service, finding the right “fit” for you will be his main focus.

Bernadine Dykes, MBA Admissions Consultant

Bernadine J. Dykes, PhD, CPA

Former Associate Director of Admissions,
Columbia Business School

Former Acting Director of the MBA Program,
Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School

1 Year in Columbia Business School Admissions
2 Years in Johns Hopkins Carey Business School Admissions
10,000+ Applications Read and Evaluated

Dr. Bernadine J. Dykes is a Professor of Management and Associate Dean of the School of Business at Shenandoah University. She received her Ph.D. in Strategic Management from Michigan State University, her MBA from the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia, and her BBA (cum laude) from Howard University. She is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

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Previously, Dr. Dykes served as an Associate Director of Admissions at Columbia Business School, where she managed and made decisions on over 10,000 applications. She was also the Acting Director of the MBA Program at Johns Hopkins University’s Carey Business School. Prior to her academic career, she held leadership roles in the financial services industry with KPMG in Washington, DC and JPMorganChase in New York City.

Dr. Dykes currently serves on the board of three nonprofit organizations. She is the board treasurer for Grafton Integrated Health Network, a national nonprofit supporting individuals with mental and behavioral health challenges. She also serves on the board of the Loudoun County, VA Chamber of Commerce, and on the advisory council for Valley Health System in Winchester, VA.

Dr. Dykes has traveled across four continents and enjoys professional sports, movies, and fine dining. She is passionate about guiding applicants through their academic and career journeys.

Michael Geneser

Former Assistant Director of Admissions,
Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University

Former Senior Admissions Counselor,
Former Interim MBA Admissions Director,
Tippie College of Business, University of Iowa

4+ Years in Kellogg SOM, NWU Admissions
1 Year in Tippie, UIowa MBA Admissions
2,000+ Applications Read and Evaluated

Michael Geneser was a dedicated member of the MBA Admissions Team at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, where he recruited and advised potential applicants, read and evaluated applications, and conducted on-campus interviews. He also worked closely with various student groups and co-led the Kellogg Admitted Student Days.

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Michael has extensive experience advising students on how to put together a compelling and holistic application and prepare for rigorous business school interviews. Having worked closely with student organizations during his time in MBA admissions, he also understands the business school student experience and helps applicants prepare for the demands of an MBA program.

In addition to his admissions work, Michael served as a career coach to MBA students, supporting both internship searches and full-time job placements. He edited multiple resume versions and conducted numerous mock interviews, giving him insight into the full lifecycle of an MBA student and the key elements that lead to success in business school and beyond.

Michael earned his BA from Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and his MEd in College Student Development from DePaul University.

Lindsay Martin

Former Assistant Director of Admissions
SC Johnson School of Business, Cornell University

2.5 years at Cornell Johnson admissions
1,000+ Applications Read and Evaluated

Lindsay is a partner in your MBA journey and a coach who believes in the power of well-crafted stories and meaningful connections. With almost 20 years in higher education, including a pivotal role as Assistant Director of Admission at Cornell Johnson, Lindsay has developed a talent for recognizing the potential in every applicant. During her time in admissions, she served on the admissions committee, traveled domestically and internationally, and hosted events that connected alumni and prospective students. Lindsay combines her expertise with a supportive ‘cheerleader’ approach, working closely with prospective students to highlight their unique strengths and tell their authentic stories.

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MBA Admission Consultants

Meet the MBA Admissions Consulting Team

Sarah J. Goebel (Sally)

Nicholas Accrocco

Natalie Lahiff

John W. Enyart

Olivia Linder

Kim Szpiro

Jennifer Charron

Claudia Sampson

Julia Potapoff

Clarence Welch III

Bernadine J. Dykes, PhD, CPA

Michael Geneser

Lindsay Martin

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