Advisory Board

Leadership

 

Madeline Ladd, Co-President of Consulting Connect
Graduation Year: 2025
Major: Management Consulting
Hometown: Coatesville, PA
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Top Consulting Tip: "Take advantage of those who are in your corner! Whether that be individuals at Consulting Connect, professors, upperclassmen, alumni, recruiters, consulting professionals, etc.., there are lots of people who have been in your position and who are ready and willing to help you succeed. Having conversations with them and exploring your options will help you gain more perspective on the recruiting process and discern which path is the best for you. Building relationships also goes a long way in the consulting world, so make an effort to make connections and put your most authentic self forward. With all that being said, trust that it will all work out how it is supposed to in the end."

 

Lucca Kessler Linne, Co-President of Consulting Connect
Graduation Year: 2025
Majors: Finance & Economics
Hometown: Porto Alegre, Brazil
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Top Consulting Tip: "At the end of the day, it is all a behavioral test. Recruiters and analysts are looking for people that are adaptable and do not crack under pressure. Still being able to communicate when getting things wrong and keep things positive is key." 

 

 

 

Sofia Cordoba, Co-President of Consulting Connect
Graduation Year: 2025
Majors: International Economics & Global Affairs
Hometown: Bogota, Colombia
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Top Consulting Tip: "Be MECE and nail down every part of the question! You'll probably hear this term a lot when you start learning about consulting, but being "mutually exclusive and collectively exhaustive" in an interview really does go a long way. In consulting interviews, being able to grasp the client's core issue is paramount; it demonstrates your ability to effectively identify and address the real challenges they face. This skill is vital as misdiagnosing problems can lead to ineffective solutions, wasting valuable time and resources. Interviewers are looking for your capacity to be both concise and impactful in your answer, showing them that you can transform complex issues into understandable solutions for clients. So remember to listen carefully to the interviewer's question and make sure you address each and every one of the client's needs as part of your solutions."

 

Professional Development

 

Elise Cunningham, Co-Director of Casing
Graduation Year: 2025
Major: Science-Business
Hometown: Houston, TX 
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Top Consulting Tip: "When preparing for case interviews, I found that focusing on the quality, rather than the quantity, of cases was very helpful. Following an initial immersion in a substantial number of cases to become familiar with the interview dynamics, I gradually transitioned towards targeted refinement. This involved dedicating focused practice sessions to the specific parts of cases that were posing challenges for me, such as structuring or math."

 

 

 

 

Patrick Fogarty, Co-Director of Casing
Graduation Year: 2025
Majors: Business Analytics & ACMS
Hometown: Kensington, MD
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Top Consulting Tip: "Have fun practicing case interviews! Once your foundation for how to do a case interview is established, the problem solving can be lots of fun. Also, case prep is a great way to make new friends around campus with similar interests as yourself."

 

 

 

 

 

 

Catherine Wolf, Director of Peer Mocks & Casing Support
Graduation Year: 2025
Major: Finance and Economics
Hometown: Columbus, IN
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Top Consulting Tip: "Try not to compare yourself to others throughout recruiting. Finding what works for you and what you are interested in will make the process much more enjoyable. It should be fun!"

 

 

 

Allison Caffrey, Director of Peer Mocks & Casing Support
Graduation Year: 2025
Major: Business Analytics & Sociology
Hometown: Carmel, IN
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Top Consulting Tip: "Curiosity is crucial throughout the processes of discernment and recruitment. Reach out to peers and professionals not only to learn how to case and interview but also to gain a deeper understanding of how your personal interests and skills may contribute to a fulfilling career within this field."

 

 

 

 

 

 

Krystal Sun, Director of Experiential Learning
Graduation Year: 2025
Major: Business Analytics and Economics
Hometown: Nanjing, China
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Top Consulting Tip: "Cultivate structural-thinking as a habit."

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ryann McTague, Director of Experiential Learning
Graduation Year: 2025
Major: Business Analytics and Psychology
Hometown: Newport Beach, CA
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Top Consulting Tip: "My top consulting tip would be to take some time for personal reflection before diving into the recruiting process. Everyone is unique in their learning style, abilities, time they can dedicate, etc. Because of this, it is important that you take these traits into consideration when coming up with a plan for how you are going to tackle this process. Additionally, you should take the time to clearly understand your motives for entering this process in the first place."

 

 

Education

 

Lexi White, Co-Director of Education
Graduation Year: 2025
Major: Business Analytics and Spanish
Hometown: Westfield, IN
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Top Consulting Tip: "Talk to upperclassmen who have had success in consulting recruiting! You could do this through a mentorship program or even reach out to other students in your dorm, clubs, or classes. In my experience, upperclassmen in consulting were more than willing to share their experiences, and they were amazing resources for resume building, cover letters, and interviews."

 

 

 

Bridget Baker, Co-Director of Education
Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Economics and Political Science
Hometown: Needham, MA
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Top Consulting Tip: "Never underestimate the power of a mentor! Whether it be someone who has already gone through the recruiting process, a recent grad, or a senior manager, take the time to make genuine connections. These people will often give you personalized advice and useful information you can't find anywhere else!"

 

Social

 

 

Corina Calcaño, Co-Director of Marketing & Outreach
Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Marketing and Psychology
Hometown: Caracas, Venezuela
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Top Consulting Tip: "Do not feel demotivated for entering into consulting somewhat late rather than in your freshmen year. Although the recruitment process is fairly complex, it is never too late to begin casing practice. Simply focus yourself, be diligent, and seek help within the wonderful resources Notre Dame has to support you."

 

 

Alejandra Villarreal, Co-Director of Marketing & Outreach
Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Marketing and Psychology
Hometown: Santillo, Mexico
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Top Consulting Tip: "Get a casing buddy and practice early on!"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Robert Bastistich, Co-Director of Social & Mentorship
Graduation Year: 2025
Major: Finance and Economics
Hometown: Cresskill, NJ
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Top Consulting Tip: "Recruiting can seem like a daunting task. Luckily, there are so many resources here on campus that make it easy. Take advantage of them. Whether it be a networking event or a case crash course, these opportunities will make your life so much easier."

 

 

 

 

 

 

Holly Hruskoci, Co-Director of Social & Mentorship
Graduation Year: 2025
Major: Finance
Hometown: Shrewsbury, MA
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Top Consulting Tip: "Throughout the process of coffee chats, casing, and interviews, it’s important to always allow your personality to shine through. People will appreciate the chance to get to know you!"

 

 

Maria Rodriguez, Director of Diversity
Graduation Year: 2026
Majors: Economics & Global Affairs
Hometown: Bogota, Colombia
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Top Consulting Tip: "Embrace and drive change."