Jeanette is an ex McKinsey & Company consultant and holds a MSc in Management for Business Excellence from the University of Warwick as a Chevening scholar. She is an independent management consultant mainly doing work in the mining industry in Africa. Jeanette enjoys assisting individuals achieve positive impact on outcomes they seek and creating a gradual iterative learning process that utilises knowledge in delivering sustainable results. She has co-founded two business ventures in South Africa with one focusing on assisting individuals improve their operations management approaches and skill set. She enjoys coaching and mentoring students to bring the best of themselves throughout the interview process.

Ian is an ex-BCG consultant with a history of supporting large-scale technology transformations and IT system implementations. He specializes in the intersection of strategic thinking and data analytics. Ian holds a BA in Economics and French, an MBA from Stern at New York University, and speaks English, French and Spanish. Having “unlocked” the secrets to interviewing by acing all 8 of his interviews (16 rounds) during MBA recruiting, he now aims to help others unlock their recruiting potential, namely through attaining the key mindset shifts required to face any situation in interviews.

Christal is deeply committed to leveraging business for societal progress. Her focus spans community development, equitable healthcare access, and destigmatizing mental health while emphasizing prevention. Beginning her journey at Bain & Company, she recently contributed her expertise to Value for Good GmBH, a Berlin-based social impact consultancy specializing in international development and impact strategy. Moreover, Christal drove launch strategy and operations at Drop Technologies, a fintech startup based in Toronto. Her academic prowess includes an MBA/MPH from the University of California Berkeley Haas, where she specialized in healthcare, social impact, and entrepreneurship, reflecting her dedication to effecting positive change through interdisciplinary approaches.

Guillem is an accomplished professional in both management consulting and product management, boasting an MBA from MIT Sloan. With a rich background at the BCG for 6 years, he transitioned to becoming an interview coach at preplounge.com and club-MBA.com, supporting over 1000 candidates for top consulting firms. In 2017, Guillem made a significant move to Amazon, where he led the global launch of Prime Video in 200+ countries. His leadership skills shone as he managed a team of 70 engineers and program managers, successfully propelling the product’s expansion and impact on an international scale.

Bruno, an ex-Bain Consultant, made significant contributions to Banks, Retailers, and PE funds by spearheading strategy, performance enhancement, and growth initiatives. His focus shifted toward PE clients, where he engaged in Commercial Due Diligence pre-deal and post-acquisition strategy execution. As an integral part of the Madrid office’s recruitment endeavors, Bruno invested in coaching and mentoring numerous students who secured full-time offers at MBB. He completed his MBA at INSEAD, continuing his trajectory of excellence in the field of business and strategy.

Daniela Vargas, with 8 years at McKinsey in various roles, later became a Partner at Social Capital, focusing on combating climate change. Her expertise spans decarbonization strategies, climate risk, and the circular economy. A global citizen, she’s lived and worked across Europe, Asia, North and Latin America. Completing her Master’s at UC Berkeley’s Rausser College of Natural Resources, her focus on environmental sustainability and economic development shaped her thesis on the US recycling industry and consumer behavior, highlighting her dedication to crucial environmental issues.

Michael, having gathered experiences as a consultant at both Strategy& and BCG, had cultivated a robust emphasis on Strategy and Digital within his expertise. He has also excelled as a job application and interview coach, guiding candidates worldwide into MBB consulting. His global perspective extends beyond his coaching role, evident in his extensive expatriate experience spanning over 6 years across the US, Mexico, Colombia, Germany, Spain, South Africa, and South Korea.

Bruno is an ex-McKinsey consultant with a history of supporting large transformation programs, supply chain, capital projects implementation, and operational excellence engagements. He specializes in the intersection of optimizing capex portfolio and data analytics and served 10+ clients during his 4 years with Firm. Bruno holds a B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering, an MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management, and speaks English, and Portuguese. He also has broad experience in the mining and metals industry, having worked on this sector for 12 years prior to join McKinsey. Bruno is passionate about mentorship and coaching for young talents and professionals, and his mentees joined leading consulting firms.

Prabhu is an Ex-McKinsey (8+years) Process Management Coach & a seasoned Business Excellence Consultant. Prabhu has helped organizations across industries such as Shipping & Logistics, Management Consulting, Banking & Financial Services in improving business efficiencies & Large scale Robotics Process Automation Deployments. He is an expert Data Analyst and Business Presentations specialist who has succeeded in bid winning proposals. As a Guest Faculty in HBMA Prabhu is passionate about building capabilities among aspiring future consultants like you.

Adriano earned his Bachelor’s degree from the Universidade de São Paulo. He started his career as a consultant at Bain, focusing on retail and consumer goods. After Bain, he joined a boutique consulting firm founded by an ex-MBB partner, where he developed a strong passion for strategy and problem-solving. Now, at High Bridge Academy, Adriano is dedicated to mentoring junior consultants and helping companies reach their full potential.

He has a MBA in Marketing and he worked as an associated partner at Bain & Company for 7 years. He’s passionate about what he does, showcasing strong adaptability and comfortable with project and people management. He has lived in South Africa and Botswana, working with the transformation of a major mining company as a Consultant, and in Germany with brand planning for Volkswagen Group and as a product developer at BMW Motorrad. In his free time, Afonso enjoys reading good books, playing the ukelele and singing.

A true world traveler, he has a host of international working experience that has taken him around Europe, South America and Asia. He got his MBA in 2015 and launched headlong into a 4-year career with McKinsey & Company that saw him climb from Consultant to Engagement Manager. He shows unparalleled enthusiasm and passion into everything he does. He is a history buff, can give you a good game of table tennis and he loves to take part in improv comedy in his spare time.

Bruno is a Principal at the BCG Miami office with 10+ years of expertise on strategy, corporate finance, and organizational redesign projects for clients in the Energy space. Bruno also worked as a Country Manager in Brazil for an ecommerce startup for two years. He holds a BA in Business Administration from Insper (Brazil) and an MBA from Chicago Booth. With the experience accumulated from leading consulting cases and interviewing several candidates every year, he believes he can help candidates better prepare and succeed in their interviews and first years of their consulting careers.

After an admirable 11 year stint with BCG in Milan, he has gone on to co-found and run his own tea and coffee business in his native Italy. He was awarded a full MBA sponsorship by BCG and his studies took him around the world to both Paris and Singapore. He is renowned for his strategic thinking and business strategy. He is a massive fan of calcio (or soccer to you and me) and a proud father to his precious daughter.

Gautam loves building new businesses and scaling them. He worked for over 8 years with BCG during which he worked at the intersection of Sales and TMT (Telecom, Media and Tech). He then co-founded his own start-up in the shared mobility space which raised about $1M of capital from institutional investors and now works at BYJU’S which is the world’s largest EdTech company and is helping scale products that create a love for learning among young kids. He is also passionate about Electric Mobility, Clean Energy and works on his Piano playing when time allows.

Now a key player in São Paulo’s Department of Economic Development, he boasts over 7 years’ Consulting experience including stints at Accenture, Strategy& and BCG. He got his MBA in 2016 and in 2022 completed a Master of Public Policy from The London School of Economics. He loves travel and culture, showcased by his knowledge of German, Italian, Spanish and English, as well as his native Portuguese. He is known for his Business Planning, Business Strategy and Project Management skills.

To give something back to the Universidad de Los Andes where he received his Bachelor of Science degree, he is currently a Mentor for students of the university to develop their power and tactical skills. After an 18-month run with McKinsey & Company in Colombia, he has gone on to receive 2 certificates from Harvard Business School Online. He received 1st place in Schlumberger’s 2016 Global Lean Projects where his design and implementation beat out over 20 other initiatives to snag the top prize.

Selçuk embarked on his professional journey in regional and global Marketing & Sales roles at DHL. Transitioning, he redirected his path by joining McKinsey & Company as a Management Consultant in Brussels, dedicating nearly three impactful years to the role. Post McKinsey, he assumed the position of Strategy Manager at a prominent Belgian telecom company. His experience included serving as a Senior Manager in Strategic Initiatives at Expedia Group in Geneva, Switzerland, where he drove impactful initiatives. In 2016, he earned a Master’s Degree in Business Engineering from Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management. Beyond his professional pursuits, he devotes his spare time to renovating old houses, rescuing them from disrepair, and can often be found dedicatedly working out at his local gym.

With his perfect academic record since high school culminating in a PhD in Physics from Justus Liebig University Giessen, he spent over 5 years working at his alma mater before launching into a 3 year run with BCG in Milan as a Senior Associate and Consultant. He is now working at a well-known FinTech company in the COO’s office. His astounding dedication to giving something back to the community is to be admired, spending 2 years as a Scout Leader and working with a poverty alleviation charity for over 10 years. He enjoys photography, sailing and model building when time allows.

Vitor is passionate to make a positive impact in the world. After working for financial market, he joined Bain & Company to accelerate the learning curve. After a project for e-commerce, he moved to startups and learned the importance and impact of helping people thrive. Currently he is on a sabbatical leave after working as Business Strategy Manager at Accenture.

Olga is ex-McKinsey, ex-Accenture partner with more than 20 years of strategy, M&A and value creation experience driving growth and performance improvement of companies from various sectors and geographies. She is passionate in executive education: in 2021/2022 she was a professor of business practices at Skolkovo Business School in Moscow teaching Data Driven Decision making and AI for Executive MBA and MBA classes. She also gained experience advising Private Equity firms on the digital transformation of their portfolio companies and growth strategies.

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Juliane Hoss is an experienced coach with clients from all around the world seeking guidance in their professional and personal lives. Her focus is on career guidance & transition, mental health & well-being as well as conflicts & relationships. She guides clients to gain new perspectives on their current situation and support with their next steps. Her career started as a management consultant with Bain & Company, before she was asked to build a niche research and consulting company for a trust, Africa Check, for 2,5 years and then joined a newly launched management consulting company called Anura Partners in South Africa. She holds a Masters in Psychology from the University of Constance, Germany, and a Masters in Human Resources and Organisations from the Department of Management at the London School of Economics. She is passionate about youth work, personal growth and transformation – over the past 10 years, she has built a non-profit organisation focusing on diversity, societal justice, and anti-racism.

Jason Cohen, a former Case Team Leader at Bain in Hong Kong, Paris, and Singapore, dedicated six impactful years to core strategy projects in airlines, agriculture, and M&A. His extensive global exposure reflects his adaptability as a cross-cultural executive. Post-Bain, he excelled as both an entrepreneur, founding a thriving tea company, and an intrapreneur, establishing a successful consulting arm within a professional services firm. Jason’s pursuits extend to academia, where he currently pursues a higher degree in archaeology, showcasing his lifelong dedication to learning. Beyond his professional endeavors, Jason finds joy in exploring diverse cultures through travel, capturing moments through photography, expressing thoughts through writing, and savoring various cuisines.

A Senior Consultant at Roland Berger, boasts expertise in mechanical engineering, innovation, and strategic management, holding three masters in these fields. An inaugural member of High Bridge’s pioneering class, Yan actively engages in content creation, coaching, and teaching. At Roland Berger, Yan’s focus spans Private Equity & Operations projects, concurrently leading as a Campus Recruiter and conducting 50+ candidate interviews. Yan’s forte lies in fostering a logic-driven approach for case solving, aiding over 15 candidates in securing coveted MBB offers through meticulous guidance.

Bayo, a former consultant at Bain and BCG, brings over 4 years of expertise in tackling business challenges in retail, finance, and mining. Beyond his professional endeavors, he is fervent about mentoring and teaching. A mentor played a pivotal role in his journey, aiding him in mastering the case interview process and securing offers from McKinsey, Bain, and BCG. Now, he aspires to impart his knowledge to the upcoming generation of consulting candidates, guiding them to excel in case interviews and hone their problem-solving skills.

Alessandro’s career spans from BCG, where he started out and advanced into the BCG X team, to leading Experian’s data science innovation lab. Currently, he is a researcher at Braid, a Japanese startup leveraging AI for engineering designs. Alessandro holds a Bachelor’s in Physics from the University of São Paulo and Master’s degrees from the University of Waterloo and École Polytechnique. He also earned an MBA from Quantic Business School.

With over five years at McKinsey focusing on digital transformations and decarbonization, Diana has a strong foundation in consulting. Before McKinsey, she worked in Operations Finance at Kerry Taste & Nutrition. She holds an MSc in Synthetic Biology from ETH Zurich and a Bachelor’s in Biotechnology Engineering from Tec de Monterrey. Diana is fluent in Spanish, English, and German, and currently works as a freelance consultant in Mexico City.

Nemanja’s 20-year career spans roles at P&G, Kearney, and Sun Life, where he led Strategy, Digital, and Analytics teams. Passionate about talent development and diversity, equity, and inclusion, he holds an MBA and MS in Sustainability from the University of Michigan. Fluent in English, Serbian, and French, Nemanja also dabbles in a couple of other languages.

Anrian combines his consulting expertise with his entrepreneurial spirit. Previously an Engagement Manager at McKinsey and Senior Manager at Kearney, he focused on digital transformations. A core member of the recruiting teams at McKinsey & Kearney, Anrian led various initiatives for international and fresh graduate hiring in Southeast Asia. He has formally interviewed hundreds of candidates. An active coach for MBB candidates, he boasts a success rate of over 75%. Recently, Anrian has been venturing into fintech, social commerce, and agriculture.

Brendan is a co-founder and Managing Director at Secha Capital, a growth capital impact fund in Southern Africa, which emphasizes tech-enabled transitions in traditional industries towards a green economy. Before founding Secha Capital, he was a consultant at Bain & Company, with earlier roles at SJF Ventures and as a bond analyst at Putnam Investments. Brendan holds an MBA from Duke University.

Andrés is a Project Leader at BCG, specializing in digital transformation and strategy. In his role, he recently led the design of a digital self-service platform to boost collections for a leading bank in Latin America, working closely with functional, UX, and technology teams to define the product vision, prototype, and implementation roadmap. Previously, as a Consultant at BCG, he developed the bancassurance strategy for a Central American bank, designing a comprehensive program of initiatives and implementing quick wins to reactivate insurance sales across branches and digital channels. He holds an MBA from London Business School, where he honed his expertise in strategic problem-solving and leadership

Faith is a former management consultant with extensive expertise in strategy development and execution in the consumer goods sector across Sub-Saharan Africa. She has worked in diverse markets, driving growth and fostering sustainable, resilient business practices across the region. Her career spans roles at McKinsey & Company, Caterpillar Inc., and Mondelēz International, where she excelled in General Management, Strategy, and Management Consulting, consistently delivering impactful results.

Francisco, a former Senior Associate Consultant at Bain & Company, is now a Corporate Strategy Manager at Hotmart. Transitioning from the structured world of strategic consulting to the fast-paced environment of a tech company has been a challenging yet rewarding journey, where he thrives in driving impactful strategies in a dynamic atmosphere.

Galang is the CEO and Co-Founder of Agri Sparta Indonesia, where he is committed to advancing national food sovereignty and improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. A former consultant at BCG, he brings expertise in pre-merger integration, corporate carve-outs and restructuring, end-to-end business turnarounds, corporate venture capital, and national digital governance blueprints. Galang holds a Master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, blending technical and strategic expertise to drive impactful initiatives in agriculture and beyond.

Larissa is an experienced professional with a strong background in strategic projects, program management, product implementation, and market analysis across consulting, startups, health tech, and fintech. At Bain & Company, she led workstreams supporting executives in strategic planning, performance improvement, and business integration. Skilled in market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and strategy development, she has delivered results in industries such as retail, beauty, agriculture, and energy.

Linh is the General Manager at Oriente, where he leads efforts to build a leading digital financial services marketplace in Emerging Asia. Oriente leverages proprietary technology, data science, and strategic partnerships to create an efficient and fair financial infrastructure in the region. Previously, Linh was a consultant and junior manager at McKinsey & Company, focusing on the telecom, healthcare, and consumer industries. His expertise spans strategy, operations, and marketing & sales. Linh holds an MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business.

Malesela is a Business Improvement Leader at Bushveld Minerals and a seasoned operations expert. Prior to this role, he spent six years at McKinsey & Company, where he held roles as a Consultant, Associate, and Engagement Manager, specializing in operational excellence and strategy. He holds a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Industrial Engineering from the University of the Witwatersrand and brings extensive expertise in driving business improvements and operational transformations.

Deryl is a management consultant at BCG with four years of experience. He has developed and implemented organizational excellence and pricing strategies for leading global palm oil and pineapple producers. Deryl advises clients across conglomerates, industrial goods, healthcare, consumer insights, telecommunications, and government sectors. He collaborates directly with CxOs on strategy formulation and large-scale implementation, covering topics such as new product development, customer experience, disruptive business models, and operational transformation.

Adrian is a seasoned strategy advisor specializing in digital and data consulting, leveraging AI, machine learning, IoT, and Web 3.0 to drive operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. With over a decade in the Middle East, he has led transformation journeys across sectors like telecom and public services, integrating digital innovation with robust change management frameworks. An Associate Professor at IE Business School, Adrian advises on digital transformation, innovation management, RPA, customer experience, agile operating models, and enterprise security, sharing his expertise in master classes and industry forums.

Adriane is a former McKinsey Engagement Manager, now advising top-tier consulting firms and corporate clients on projects across Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. With a background in strategy consulting, development finance, and startups, Adriane brings a multicultural perspective, having worked and studied in over 10 countries. She holds a Master’s degree in International Management and Finance from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).

Alberto, an MBA graduate from Columbia Business School, has 7 years of experience as a Project Leader at BCG. He specializes in Private Equity, Technology, B2B/B2C services, and Consumer industries, with expertise in digital transformations, organizational reviews, growth strategies, and operational improvements. An economist from The London School of Economics and Bocconi University, Alberto is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, with additional experience in ESG, fintech venture capital, and AI applications.

Jacqueline is a strategic advisor with a strong focus on strategy, leadership, and international business. With an MBA from INSEAD and experience at Bain & Company, she has honed her skills in analytics, team leadership, and driving transformation for C-level executives in the retail and consumer industries. At Bain, Jacqueline delivered significant results, including increasing revenues by 15% for a Dutch fashion retailer in Brazil through supply chain optimization and pricing strategies, growing revenues by 2% for a consumer goods company through portfolio adjustments, and leading commercial due diligence for a $150M private equity acquisition in the fashion retail sector. Passionate about international cultures, she enjoys traveling, language learning, and exploring global cuisines. Her specialties include strategy, consulting, digital transformation, project management, and stakeholder engagement.

Jimmy is an experienced professional in talent strategy with over a decade of experience in organizational consulting and talent development across public and private sector organizations. He is deeply passionate about the science and practice of learning and is dedicated to building capabilities and strategies that empower social and public-sector organizations to excel in their missions and thrive sustainably. Jimmy’s career spans designing, developing, and delivering impactful training programs for clients at McKinsey & Company and Accenture, as well as serving as a leader at Google and in the United States Navy. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Rice University, a Master of Science in Education from the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, and an Instructional Design Certificate from the Association for Talent Development.

Ashu is a Senior Manager of Activities Marketing at Agoda, with a strong background in strategy and consulting. He spent five years at McKinsey & Company as an Associate and Consultant, gaining extensive experience in operations and business strategy. Ashu holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Management with a focus on Operations and Finance from the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow. A mechanical engineer by training, he combines technical expertise with strategic insights to drive impactful business outcomes.

Attila brings 29 years of extensive experience in the tax and legal sector, demonstrating strategic vision and a commitment to innovation. He leads a team of 180 professionals, driving excellence in service delivery and organizational growth. With 18 years as a Partner at Deloitte Central Europe, Attila has played a significant role in corporate governance, serving as both Board Member and Board Chair. His leadership and expertise have been instrumental in shaping the firm’s strategic direction and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Gazal is a highly skilled specialist with 10 years of experience specializing in technology, consumer, and digital domains. As an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company, she led multiple strategy and growth engagements, focusing on technology services clients and driving digital transformations. Her expertise includes growth strategies, business expansion in next-generation technologies, and cost optimization. Gazal holds an MBA from the Indian School of Business and has a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions in dynamic and innovative industries.

Mridul is a globally experienced management consultant with a robust background in strategy, investments, and operations. He brings expertise in organizational transformation, operations management, macroeconomics, team building, and leadership. A Mechanical Engineer from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and an MBA graduate from INSEAD, France, Mridul has a proven track record of delivering impactful business solutions across industries and geographies. He spent three years as an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company, leading high-impact projects and driving strategic outcomes for clients globally.

Rahul is a seasoned professional with 14 years of global experience across Europe and Asia, specializing in large-scale transformations, strategy, and sustainability. Currently, he leads transformative initiatives at ADNOC, focusing on asset restructuring to enhance profitability, as well as driving digital and sustainability improvement programs and investments. He also manages the Downstream Director’s office, including Boards and Executive Committee engagements. Previously, Rahul served as an Engagement Manager with McKinsey Amsterdam, where he advised on transformations, strategy, and sustainability in the Energy and Chemicals sector. His extensive experience reflects a strong track record of leadership and impactful results.

Sakina is an Associate Director at the International Rescue Committee, bringing extensive experience in consulting and social impact. Previously at BCG, she participated in the firm’s year-long Social Impact Immersion Program, collaborating with NGOs and multilaterals such as WFP, WWF, Save the Children, and UNICEF across regions including Jordan, Mozambique, Kenya, Ethiopia, Côte d’Ivoire, and Australia. She later focused on public sector clients, advising UK government departments on Brexit and other policy challenges. During her time at BCG, Sakina held roles as an Associate, Senior Associate, and Consultant.

Travis is an accomplished Management Consultant with over eight years of experience spanning Africa, Europe, and the USA, including work with global start-ups. He specializes in providing services to Private Equity, Corporate, and Start-up clients, with a focus on commercial due diligence and investment assessment processes. With extensive experience at Bain & Company as a consultant and manager, Travis has led projects in strategy, operations improvement, and commercial due diligence across various industries. A qualified Actuary and certified Scrum Master, he is recognized for his strong leadership and analytical expertise.

Zwelihle is an entrepreneur revolutionizing residential solar delivery and management in South Africa. Driven by a passion for addressing the carbon transition challenge, Zwelihle combines deep consumer insights with innovative strategies inspired by Silicon Valley to promote mass adoption of residential solar solutions.
He holds an MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business and brings a wealth of experience from roles at McKinsey, Coca-Cola (Strategy and Brand), and as Chief of Staff in the telecommunications sector.