Our Proven Approach
You don’t get admitted to a top MBA program by being like everyone else. You get admitted by standing out.
That is why we developed a special methodology for our clients that highlights what makes you unique, connects your stories and values with each program, and builds a strong personal brand that leaves a lasting impression on the adcom.
Our unique approach breaks down the overwhelming MBA application process into a step-by-step framework, designed to give you the CV and essays to get interviewed and the interview skills to get you admitted, plus guidance at every step.
We’re known to deliver the most complete and effective MBA consulting services in the market. To ensure our clients get the guidance and attention they need to get admitted, we work with a limited number of MBA candidates pursuing spots at the most competitive MBA programs in the world.
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Our Experience
Over the last decade, we've worked with clients worldwide, helping them achieve their MBA, career, and life goals. We're proud of our success helping candidates getting admitted to Harvard, Stanford, Kellogg, Chicago Booth, Wharton, London Business School and many others.
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Most of all, we’re proud of the impact our candidates have brought to the worlds of finance, consulting, entrepreneurship, non-profits and government, leveraging an MBA from a top program. Our award-winning editors are storytelling experts, specialized in helping our clients easily and quickly identify their defining stories, that through our process become attention-grabbing essays and CVs. After wow-ing the adcom, we’ll help you feel 100% prepared and confident for the interview with our MBA interview preparation and practice strategy. You’ll not only learn what to expect during your MBA interview, but you’ll have a chance to practice your skills and apply them to program-specific mock interviews. Once our clients are invited to attend one (or more!) MBA programs, we’ll continue providing guidance and help by negotiating scholarships, helping you decide which program to attend and securing funding.This approach has allowed us to help clients from Mckinsey, Bain, Google, PwC, family offices, Goldman Sachs and others propel their lives and careers forward.
We’ve Helped Our Clients Achieve
98.9%
get accepted to at least one program of their choice
$5.7M
in secured scholarships in the last 5 years
100%
less stress because they chose the right partner
Meet The Team
Ellin Lolis
Taya
Ryan
Tatiana
Michael
Shreya
Emery
Tathiana
Vitor
Mia
Maja
Founder & President
Ellin Lolis
As the founder and president of Ellin Lolis Consulting, Ellin has spent over a decade building a best-in-class methodology that has helped countless applicants achieve their MBA dreams. Now, she focuses on ensuring every client benefits from the same high standards of strategy, storytelling, and precision that have made ELC a leader in the industry.
An award-winning writer and certified career coach, Ellin brings a deep understanding of the MBA admissions process and long-term career strategy to the firm’s approach.
When she’s not guiding her team to deliver exceptional results, she enjoys tennis, traveling, reading, and hiking.
Former Michigan Ross Adcom
Taya
Taya brings nearly 12 of experience working on the full-time MBA admissions committee at Michigan Ross and has over 20 years of admissions experience overall. She loved giving tips to prospective students about how to build a successful application from the perspective of an admissions committee and now she’s excited to do that on an individual level as a consultant. In her spare time, she loves to travel – a pastime that was fueled by the opportunity she had to visit 20+ countries connecting with prospective students while in admissions! When she’s at home, she loves to cook and has a weakness of getting sucked into watching television game shows.
NYU Stern MBA, Education Expert with 10+ Years of Admissions Experience
Ryan
Ryan is a seasoned higher education professional with 10+ years of experience in admissions, study abroad, and student coaching/advising. Ryan has helped place students at multiple M7 schools as an MBA admissions professional. His specializations are essay writing/editing, interview preparation, and crafting compelling narratives with students to tell their stories. Ryan attended the NYU Stern School of Business for his MBA and specialized in Economics, Leadership & Change Management, and Tech Product Management. He is passionate about mentorship and coaching. In his free time, he plays soccer and guitar, writes, and advocates for Down Syndrome awareness.
Wharton MBA, 8+ Years on Wall Street
Tatiana
With nearly a decade of experience in Investment Banking and an MBA from Wharton, Tatiana brings a deep understanding of the competitive MBA landscape and is dedicated to helping candidates highlight their unique strengths and craft compelling narratives that showcase both their short-term and long-term potential. Passionate about mentorship, Tatiana has helped applicants gain admission into the world’s most competitive programs, including Wharton, of course!, and is committed to the success of her client, providing high-touch, hand-in-hand coaching that ensures candidates stand out to elite MBA admissions committees.
Darden MBA, FP&A Expert with College Board Experience
Michael
Michael is an experienced MBA admissions consultant with over a decade of success helping applicants from diverse backgrounds gain acceptance to top US programs. As an international applicant, he secured admission to Darden with just three years of work experience. Since graduating, he has gained deep insights into both traditional and non-traditional career paths, equipping him with a unique perspective on the transformative impact of an MBA.
With expertise in storytelling and personal branding, Michael works closely with applicants to craft compelling narratives that cohesively showcase their strengths and experiences. Recognizing that an MBA is a significant investment, Michael is committed to providing personalized guidance, empowering clients to navigate the application process with confidence and achieve their educational and professional goals.
Harvard Kennedy School MPA/ID, Social Impact and Data Science Expert
Shreya
Shreya brings five years of experience helping applicants gain admission to top graduate programs, including Harvard and beyond, and she specializes in shaping narratives that highlight individuality and impact. A Harvard alumna and former international applicant, she understands the complexities of applying from abroad and brings that firsthand experience to her coaching. Passionate about storytelling, she helps candidates craft authentic and compelling applications that capture who they are beyond their resumes. She is also an expert in scholarship applications, generating $1+ million in scholarships to date.
NYU MBA, Former Consulting, Finance & Real Estate
Emery
With several years of successfully guiding applicants to top-tier MBA programs—including Wharton, NYU, Columbia, Booth, and beyond—Emery is a proven admissions expert. Drawing on over a decade of professional experience in finance, consulting, strategy, and operations, Emery is uniquely positioned to help a wide range of candidates, from career switchers to those with non-traditional backgrounds, transform their aspirations into acceptance letters.
As an NYU MBA graduate and former psychology/neuroscience major, Emery brings a powerful combination of analytical rigor and emotional intelligence, ensuring clients are mentally and strategically prepared for the demanding application process. Fueled by a passion for mentorship, coaching, and storytelling, Emery tailors every engagement to highlight each candidate’s distinctive qualities—helping them stand out in an increasingly competitive landscape.
INSEAD MBA, Ex - McKinsey & Company
Tathiana
With a career spanning four continents, Tathiana brings a global perspective and deep experience navigating job markets across diverse regions. With over a decade in strategy and consulting, she offers valuable insight into what top MBA programs look for. A former McKinsey & Company consultant in South America and the Middle East, she also served as Head of Strategy for a leading tech company in the region. During her time at McKinsey, she was actively involved in recruiting new analysts and associates. Tathiana holds an MBA from INSEAD and has served as an interviewer for both MBA and Master’s program candidates at the school. After a successful corporate career, she transitioned into career coaching, where she helps professionals who feel stuck reconnect with their purpose and build more fulfilling careers. In her coaching work, she supports clients in building clear, actionable plans to reach their goals—while helping them stay motivated along the way. Known for her kindness and empathy, Tathiana brings her heart into everything she does.
Kellogg MBA, Ex - McKinsey & Company & Fintech Expert
Vitor
A Kellogg alum, former McKinsey manager with working experience in the US and Latam, and now a leader in the fintech space, Vitor brings both strategic insight and firsthand experience to MBA admissions coaching—bridging the academic journey with real-world career outcomes. As the former VP of Admissions for Kellogg’s K-LatAm Club, he interviewed applicants and has successfully coached MBA candidates into top consulting roles. With deep insight into what leading programs seek, how school selection shapes career paths, and firsthand exposure to two MBA communities—Kellogg as a student and Fuqua as a significant other—Vitor offers guidance rooted in lived experience. Passionate about storytelling, he helps clients craft authentic, compelling narratives that stand out in a highly competitive admissions landscape.
Dartmouth Tuck MBA, Former United Nations
Mia
With over 14 years of international experience in the U.S. across nonprofits, international organizations, and consulting, Mia brings a unique perspective to her role as an admissions consultant. An alum of Dartmouth’s Tuck School of Business, she has helped candidates from consulting, banking, and non-traditional backgrounds—like herself—navigate the application process, including essay writing, waitlist strategy, and scholarship negotiations. Mia has placed candidates in multiple top programs, including Tuck of course!, offering guidance throughout the application process, including interview preparation. She has a passion for mentoring, finding the right school fit, and motivating candidates to reach their end goal and make meaningful career changes.
Marketing Director
Maja
Maja is an expert in digital marketing with over 10 years of experience, leading content, collaborations, business development, and advertising with Ellin Lolis Consulting. Our content is regularly read by over 230,000 visitors each year, and is constantly updated to reflect the latest changes and updates in the MBA industry.
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