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Ashley B.
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Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business
Works at Faire
Not currently taking new clients
Ashley can still be messaged
About Ashley
I'm a Stanford GSB alum and ex-Bain consultant. I currently lead the strategy team at Faire and most recently worked as a venture capitalist at Lightspeed Venture Partners. I spend a few hours of my spare time each week coaching others, as I have greatly benefited from coaching myself and want to 'pay it forward.' My experience in admissions counseling started directly out of undergrad when I provided college counseling to high school students at The American School in Switzerland (in exchange for free room and board!). Over the years, I have formally and informally coached colleagues, friends, and family members through their application process. I have also volunteered as an admissions consultant for prospective students from underprivileged backgrounds. Students I've worked with have been admitted to MBA programs at Stanford, Harvard, and Duke. I love working with applicants to craft their story, wordsmith essays, and refine their CV. I am a sharp listener and have a knack for pithy and punchy language. I can help with: -Crafting your story / identifying key themes -Wordsmithing and editing -School selection I especially love working with ex-consultants and people in tech.
Work Experience
Head of Core Strategy
Faire
November 2021 - Present
Partner
Lightspeed Venture Partners
November 2018 - June 2021
Category Manager
Thumbtack
January 2015 - June 2016
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Senior Associate Consultant
Bain & Company
August 2012 - September 2015
Education
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Stanford Graduate School of Business
Master of Business Administration
2016 - 2018
At Stanford GSB I learned how to be a leader and entrepreneur. I lived on campus, traveled to all corners of the world, and made lifelong friends.
Duke University
Bachelor of Arts
2008 - 2012
My course of study at Duke was interdisciplinary. I learned to be a better communicator and critical thinker.