Steve

Stacy Blackman Consulting

California

United States

Consultant Bio

Steve graduated from Stanford Business School with an M.B.A. in general management. He also holds an undergraduate degree in Business Economics from U.C.L.A., where he graduated magna cum laudeand Phi Beta Kappa. Steve has been an alumni MBA candidate interviewer for Stanford Business School, and has advised numerous individuals over the years on MBA program selection, admission strategy, and essay writing. Steveā€™s career has converged the worlds of Wall Street, Hollywood, and Silicon Valley. He has been an investment banker with Merrill Lynch & Co, and a digital media strategist and corporate business development executive at firms such as Microsoft, Disney, and Naspers Ltd. More recently, he has been a corporate business development advisor to start ups in spaces such as music festival live streaming and immersive media (virtual reality / augmented reality). Steve believes that the application process is not only a procedure to get admitted into a top tier program, but also a useful exercise to focus a candidateā€™s thinking on his or her career interests and to formulate a plan of action related to those interests.

Company Information

The trailblazer in MBA admissions consulting is the team at Stacy Blackman Consulting (SBC). No other firm has demonstrated not only staying power for over two decades but also built a top-tier team of consultants with bios that would impress even the most discerning MBA applicant. Their real-world MBA admissions committee expertise enables SBC consultants to assess client applications with the seasoned insight of those whoā€™ve served on the admissions teams at the worldā€™s most competitive schools. The firm proudly boasts over two dozen former admissions committee members from every top MBA program, the highest number of any firm, as Poets&Quants highlighted in, Bragging Rights: This MBA Admissions Consulting Firm Boasts The Most Former M7 Adcoms. SBC’s online track record includes being ranked as the #1 MBA admissions firm on MBAinsight, ClearAdmit, CollegeConsensus, ExamStrategist, and BeattheGMAT.Ā 

OUR TEAM

SBC is the only consulting firm in the industry that has a complete panel of former MBA Admissions Officers from the top U.S. and international programs on our team. No other firm offers such comprehensive expertise. Seventy-five percent of our MBA consultant team are graduates and/or former Admissions Officers from the top seven U.S. MBA programs, including Harvard and Stanford. The SBC team has MBA expertise across all top U.S. and international schools, with graduates from elite MBA programs who understand career paths in both traditional and non-traditional industries. We provide a high-touch, personalized experience, with each consultant working with no more than eight clients per round, ensuring they focus on applicants whose profiles they are truly passionate about.

OUR MODEL

The SBC Systemā„¢ has eight core modules and is the most robust of all firms. SBC offers unlimited time with a carefully selected primary consultant, allowing for full accountability and dedication.Ā  A candidate’s identity and character are best captured when one consultant is fully responsible for their success. We begin with meticulous matchmaking before we begin an engagement or accept payment. We recommend a primary consultant only after evaluating your candidacy strength and differentiating qualities; we respect your investment and the trust you place in us.Ā 

SBC also believes in a system of checks and balances, which is why we offer the Flight Testā€”a comprehensive review by a former Admissions Officer (AdCom). This structured feedback mimics a real AdCom review, helping to ensure that a candidateā€™s application is as compelling as possible to the target audience. We also provide free access to the Vault, our database of successful essays, interview questions, and online guides.

OUR KNOWLEDGE

SBCā€™s reach, contacts, and connections work together to benefit our clients. We are always ahead of the curve, with firsthand knowledge of whatā€™s happening. Our team includes former Admissions Officers (AdCom) from every top MBA program, who keep us informed about current internal priorities. We have deep insight into what is currently challenging the AdCom and the values they are seeking in their students.Ā 

GET STARTED WITH SBC

SBC deeply values mentorship in its client engagements and limits the number of clients assigned to each consultant. We work with clients only after assessing the nuances of their candidacy and determining that we can achieve success together. SBC offers a limited number of complimentary phone or email consultations each week for inquiries pre-screened by our experienced team.Ā 

Contact us today to request a free MBA Advising Session with an SBC Principal.

Menu of Services and Associated Costs

The SBC All-In Service

The majority of our clients choose our All-In package because they understand that the competitive admissions process demands a stellar and strategic application at every level. Essays, interviews, school visits, recommendation letters, and resumes are all guided by an integrated strategy, managed through our All-In service by one dedicated and accountable consultant.

SBCā€™s All-In Service includes 8 modules:

1) Ā The SBC Systemā„¢ begins with meticulous matchmaking before we begin an engagement or accept payment.Ā 

2) Personal Assessment & Critical Reflection. Your primary consultant will work to understand you authentically along multiple dimensions and create a strategy reflecting what MBA programs are looking for. Your consultant will dig into the who, what, how and why that forms your story through our 360Ā° Personal Orbit ā„¢.Ā 

3) We’ll develop a winning personal MBA Application Strategy that answers clearly, ā€œWhy should I accept this applicant over the other ones who look equally qualified on paper?ā€Ā 

4) Personal branding is crucial for making your MBA application stand out, and admissions teams love a well-crafted story. Your consultant will help you develop a compelling and cohesive narrative that ties together every aspect of your applicationā€”resume, essays, recommendations, and moreā€”tailored to meet each schoolā€™s unique expectations.

5) Your success is driven by a collaborative SBC team effort. Your primary consultant taps into a network of former admissions officers and experts for additional insights and you receive exclusive access to The Vault, a comprehensive resource center with decades of application materials.Ā 

6) Before submitting your MBA application, ensure itā€™s flawless with our Flight Testā„¢, where a former admissions officer reviews your entire package with fresh eyes.Ā 

7) Take the stress out of interviewing with one-on-one prep with your primary consultant and group prep sessions led by former admissions officers.Ā 

8) Our support doesn’t stop once your application is submitted; we continue to assist you in navigating admissions decisions, waitlists, and deferral letters until you accept an offer.Ā 

Hourly First Services

Start with 2-3 hours of initial strategy work Ć  la carte to test the waters, and then you can upgrade to an All-In package.Ā 

Contact us today to request a free MBA Advising Session with an SBC Principal.

Location: California, United States

Phone: 866.667.8229

Email: info@StacyBlackman.com

Website: http://www.StacyBlackman.com/contact

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