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Gabriela F.
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*Your MPP/MPA Architect: Combining Compelling Narratives w/ Proven Tactics
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Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business
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Works at Stanford University Graduate School of Business
Not currently taking new clients
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Gabriela’s Master’s Programs Qualifications
Open to working with clients outside the U.S.
Gabriela has helped clients get into these schools:
Breaking into the world of Public Policy and Administration is a testament to one's commitment to service, governance, and societal impact. Having been granted the honor of a full-ride scholarship, along with a stipend to Harvard Kennedy School (HKS), I've firsthand insights into the intricacies of the application process and what top institutions seek in potential candidates. **My Approach:** - **Deep Understanding:** Together, we'll delve into your passion for public service, ensuring it shines through in your application. - **Essay Excellence:** Drawing on my writing skills, I'll guide you in crafting essays that not only fulfill criteria but resonate with commitment and vision. - **Highlighting Dedication:** We'll strategize to showcase your previous endeavors and continuous commitment to public service. - **Holistic Application Strategy:** Emphasizing consistency, we'll ensure that every part of your application – from essays to recommendations – aligns with your public service aspirations. - **Tailored Recommendations:** Leveraging my own journey to HKS, I'll offer tailored advice to enhance your chances at elite institutions. - **Service-centric Focus:** Recognizing that dedication to public service is paramount, we'll work to ensure your genuine commitment is evident. Securing a spot in renowned Public Policy or Public Administration programs requires more than just academic prowess; it's about showcasing an unwavering commitment to societal change. Let's work together, ensuring your application stands as a beacon of your dedication and promise in the realm of public service.
Gabriela can help with:
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Editing
Recommendations
School Selection
Application Strategy
Interviews
Essays
Resume
Waitlist Strategy
About Gabriela
I genuinely LOVE helping others with their application. I get so much joy from strategizing, brainstorming, editing, interviewing, and all the aspects involved in crafting an amazing application that maximizes your odds for success! I have high positive energy, thats balanced with tactical proven advice. Book an intro call with me.
Work Experience
Venture Fellow
Harvard University
September 2022 - Present
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Student Ambassador
Stanford University Graduate School of Business
2022 - Present
Summer Consulting Intern
Harlem Capital
June 2022 - August 2022
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Product Strategy & Operations Lead
Meta (Facebook)
May 2020 - August 2022
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Consultant
Deloitte Consulting
2017 - 2020
Investment Banking Analyst
Wells Fargo
2016 - 2016
Gabriela was also given offers to work at
Google
YouTube
Meta (Facebook)
Deloitte
Accenture
Education
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Harvard Kennedy School
MPA
2023 - 2025
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Stanford Graduate School of Business
MBA
2022 - 2024
ITMO University
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
2017 - 2017
Selected as one of five other students to receive a US Government grant to attend and represent UCLA at the one week conference, where my team competed against universities around the world, and pitched several social enterprise business plans in front of 10 investors at the social venture competition, and selected to win first place.
UCLA Anderson School of Management
Undergraduate Researcher with Anderson Faculty
2014 - 2017
Using Starbucks Coffee as a case study, analyzed financial impact of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Public Relations (PR) campaign; observed overall positive return on investments during 10-year period. Analyzed stock price variability • Awarded $10,000 research grant; traveled to Antigua, Guatemala to investigate coffee farms’ supply-chain and operations My research interests include: socially responsible businesses and investing, methods of firm strategy, supply chain, measuring environmental performance, clean technologies, international trade and agreements, economic policy, etc.
UCLA Anderson School of Management
Global Studies, Economics & Entrepreneurship
2013 - 2017
Grade: Latin Honors, College Honors, Departmental Highest Honors
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Gabriela has helped clients get into these schools:
Gabriela has helped Leland clients get into Google