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Gabriel has a BA in Economics and International Relations from Brown University and an MBA from Harvard Business School. At Brown, Gabriel was a leader within the Brown International Scholarship Committee, partnering with the Admissions Office in efforts to recruit international students and source funding for international student scholarships. In working with the Admissions Office, Gabriel provided application feedback to numerous prospective students from around the world and different socioeconomic backgrounds and helped them prepare for interviews. Gabriel is also an experienced alumni interviewer for Brown, interviewing a variety of prospective students from Latin America for admission. Beyond undergraduate admissions, Gabriel also possesses extensive experience in graduate admissions for top MBA programs. Through these experiences, Gabriel has worked with dozens of students and gained extensive training in application development and review and interview coaching.

As a college admissions consultant, Gabriel seeks to gain a deep and comprehensive understanding of students' stories, strengths, and interests to design a compelling applicant persona and coach students to write structured, thoughtful, and authentic essays. Throughout the process, Gabriel works on building meaningful connections with students and their families to build trusting relationships.

Gabriel has also built nearly a decade of experience in strategic positioning, storytelling, and persuasive writing through his roles across finance, management consulting, and branding at companies like Goldman Sachs, LVMH, and Oliver Wyman. 

Gabriel is based in New York and loves to exercise, play volleyball and cook in his free time. He is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Kevin brings over a decade of leadership in education, college access, and policy, with formal admissions experience at Yale University, the University of Pennsylvania, and the University of Cambridge. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Yale, a Master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Doctor of Education from Vanderbilt University. Kevin has helped students gain admission to Yale, Harvard, Columbia, Dartmouth, the University of Pennsylvania, and other prestigious institutions. 

As an undergraduate student at Yale, he served as a student ambassador, representing Yale at high schools across New Jersey and Pennsylvania, particularly in communities with limited exposure to the Ivy League. He engaged directly with students and families, answered detailed questions about Yale, and encouraged talented students to see themselves in highly selective spaces. His admissions work continued beyond college, serving as a Yale University admissions interviewer and application reviewer for multiple institutions, contributing written evaluations, and offering strategic insight into the admissions process.

Kevin has also supported recruitment efforts and outreach for Yale, Cambridge, and UPenn through applicant engagement, recruitment events, and awareness initiatives. Additionally, he has supported admissions teams by reviewing applications and evaluating candidates as part of official review teams. His extensive admissions work has given Kevin a nuanced understanding of what selective institutions look for in applicants, how decisions are made, and how admissions officers balance academic readiness, leadership potential, personal narrative, and institutional priorities. 

Kevin believes that every student has a compelling story, and what sets applicants apart is their willingness to reflect deeply and communicate with intention. As a counselor, Kevin is known for blending empathy with rigor. He brings genuine curiosity and respect to every student relationship, creating a space where students feel comfortable opening up while also being held to a high standard. He excels at helping students clarify their voice, refine their storytelling, and produce polished applications that reflect their values, potential, and aspirations. His process is highly intentional; he listens carefully, asks meaningful questions, and guides students through a discovery process that leads to clarity and confidence.

Kevin is deeply passionate about expanding access to higher education, particularly for students who may not yet see themselves reflected in elite institutions. He views this work as an opportunity to invest in a student’s growth, not only helping them submit strong applications but also helping them understand who they are and what matters to them. Kevin believes that coaching allows him to merge empathy with strategy, helping students feel supported while also guiding them toward excellence and expanded opportunity.

Outside of admissions, Kevin enjoys powerlifting, cooking, traveling, volunteering, and mentoring. He is also an opinion writer and has held equity-centered roles at The Atlantic, the Pretrial Justice Institute, and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Kevin’s Pro Tip?

Successful applicants are not solely defined by metrics but by their ability to present a clear, authentic, and purposeful narrative. Applicants who engage in deep self-reflection are better able to articulate their purpose, values, and long-term goals, and that level of self-understanding is consistently evident throughout their essays, recommendations, and overall application materials. Every student has a story worth telling, but the most memorable applications come from those who take the time to identify what truly matters to them and communicate it with intention. Successful applicants tend to invest significant time in refining their writing, clarifying their narrative, and ensuring that each component of the application reinforces their strengths and aspirations.

Allan graduated from Cornell University with Cum Laude honors in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering with a concentration in Energy and Economics. After completing his bachelor's degree, he received a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Allan founded an admissions consulting program as the President of a national honor society at Cornell University. He also acted as an admissions mentor at a local high school. As an admissions ambassador, Allan provided feedback to the admissions board on the potential candidate's fit with the school. With over ten years of experience as an academic counselor, he has helped his students gain admission to Cornell University, the University of Chicago, Carnegie Mellon University, and the University of Texas, among many others.

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As a first-generation college student, Allan has first-hand experience with how challenging and confusing the admission process can be. This fuels his passion for supporting and guiding his students through the application process. As a coach, he takes a personalized approach–highlighting each applicant's strengths and individuality. He is adaptable and flexible when it comes to what his students need, regardless of what stage in the application process they're in. Allan excels in helping his students develop a robust applicant profile that speaks to what admissions officers are looking for in an ideal candidate beyond test scores and grades. He helps his students turn their shortcomings into strengths, allowing them to shine through.

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With his Quad students, Allan breaks down the application process into more manageable steps. He helps his students understand the rationale behind each aspect of their application–specifically, why the colleges ask specific questions and what they want to learn about the students. This, in turn, gives his students the opportunity to build a more meaningful and intentional application. Through coaching prospective college students, Allan hopes to pass on his knowledge and experience to ensure that his students can more easily manage the college application process. He finds great joy in seeing his students' and their families' happy faces and tears when they receive acceptance letters from their dream school. Allan ensures that his students feel confident in their application and works hard to get each of his students to that state of mind and having fun along the way.

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When Allan isn't coaching, he mentors high school students and young professionals on career and professional development. He also enjoys playing competitive badminton–and winning!

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Allan's Pro Tip?

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Students often think they need the perfect resume and breadth of experience to be a competitive candidate. While having these experiences under your belt can be an asset, you can always find strength in your application through your weaknesses and shortcomings, making you much more resilient and competitive throughout the application process.