“Tuck’s open-door policy allowed me to get 1:1 time with faculty, visitors, and alumni in my areas of interest.”
ALIGNING WITH MY PURPOSE
I chose to pursue an MBA at Tuck to better align my career path with my purpose. I wanted to explore my particular areas of interest—the food, agriculture, health, and sustainability industries—and Tuck provided me with the opportunity to do so. Further, I recognized that Tuck’s impressive core curriculum would enhance my financial fluency, particularly through hands-on experience in early-stage investing, positioning me for success after graduation.
ON TUCK’S INTIMATE LOCATION
I was drawn to Tuck because of its smaller student population and close-knit community. Tuck’s open-door policy allowed me to get 1:1 time with faculty, visitors, and alumni in my areas of interest. Knowing that my interest in food systems might be niche for a typical MBA program, I found this to be invaluable.
I was also attracted to the opportunity to be involved with the broader Dartmouth community through programs like the Dartmouth Greenshot Climate Solutions Accelerator and the Dartmouth Innovation Accelerator for Digital Health. Additionally, the opportunity to live amongst the stunning natural scenery of the Upper Valley was a significant attraction.
ON TUCK’S LEARNING ENVIRONMENT AND ACADEMICS
Academically, Tuck offers a strong core curriculum that provides one with the business fundamentals; however, I’ve been surprised at the breadth and salience of the elective courses I’ve been able to take. Engaging in courses on International Climate Negotiations, Generative AI, Venture Capital, Product Management, Global Food Systems, and Social Impact prompted me to deeply consider how to effectively integrate purpose and technology into core business strategy.
A MOMENT THAT WILL STAY WITH ME
One of my professors liked to say that “A managers hire A+ players, B managers hire C players.” The phrase implies that great managers don’t hesitate to confront challenges. At Tuck, I’ve been surrounded by classmates, faculty, and professors who are much more talented, experienced, or wise in certain areas than I am. Engaging vulnerably with them has allowed me to grow in many ways, and I look forward to continuing to surround myself with people who will expand my perspective on the world throughout my career.
Consulting
Charlotte, NC
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, BA, Political Science & Public Policy
Deloitte Consulting
COP28 Delegate; Tuck Center for Entrepreneurship’s Venture Learning Lab; Food & Agriculture Club; Venture Capital Investment Competition
Independent Study on Early-Stage Climate/Health Investing; Term Exchange in Germany; First-Year Project with Fat Sheep Farm
Maine Venture Fund
Current Issues in the Global Food System with Professor Jose Alvarez
Having the opportunity to partake in an Early-Stage Venture Capital Workshop with Jim Feuille, an adjunct professor and venture partner at Crosslink Capital, was an invaluable experience in my Tuck career.
Deloitte Consulting
Tuck helped me better align my career with purpose and gave me a lifelong support network of caring, like-minded individuals.
