Mr. Angel Investor

Hi Mr. Angel Investor, Kristen from MBA Prep School. I really like your odds at your target programs. Academically, your GPA and GMAT scores are aligned with the average scores at these programs. The combination of your major and work experience showcase your proficiency with quantitative concepts and ability to handle the rigorous MBA coursework. Your school reputation isn’t incredibly elite, but you are also wisely focusing on schools that are more flexible in their admissions criteria. You also had some fantastic student engagement that highlights in early interest in finance and entrepreneurship. Your professional progress shows consistency with those early interests. I like that your work is a bit unique within the tax accounting world (as the wife of a CPA, I’m familiar with the more mundane process of filing tax returns); you aren’t a”bean counter”. It’s given you some initial exposure to the PE/VC world, yet by supplementing that with your own deal experience you’ve further broadened your expertise. In addition to investing in startups, you are investing in the lives of young people and supporting their success. You also would bring diversity to whatever program you join, a huge plus for your candidacy. Lastly, I’m glad your career goals begin with IBD before you move to PE/VC. You are realistic and well prepared for making this transition. If you can put together solid essays telling your story, you are looking at positive outcomes! Please feel free to reach out for a complimentary consultation if you would like to chat more about how to position your application.