28,767Leland Reviews

Max was extraordinary. He not only knows the ins and outs of every technical piece related to private equity, but also can think strategically about how to get the best possible job. I barely could do an LBO and, after working with Max, felt like a whiz. I'm now a PE VP, in no small part thanks to Max.

Baris is a rare combination of smart engineer and businessman with deep experience in tech, startups, and the VC landscape. His knowledge and connections go deep and wide.

Caitlin is one of the most thoughtful and sharp VCs I’ve worked with. Her instinct for consumer behavior, products, and emerging trends is truly ahead of the curve. She brings deep operational understanding of how to help founders navigate growth. And when it comes to board dynamics, her acumen is unmatched — she knows how to read a room, steer strategy, and support CEOs in a way that’s both grounded and incredibly effective. A real force.

Sissi is a mentor, an advisor, and a collaborator (I was the host of The Hopenmic podcast in 2020). I first met Sissi while I was a student at Harvard, studying and working at the intersection of culture, cognition, and consumer behavior. Nearly seven years later, I’m an entrepreneur and completing my doctorate; I continue to be in awe of how resonant her observations are about industry and the precision and clarity of her advice to mentees like me. There is always an action point. And she always follows up. This is rare!

Riccardo excels in three key areas: Driving Exponential Impact & Strategic Vision: Riccardo has a remarkable talent for scaling ideas to achieve maximum impact. His "big picture" perspective enables him to identify growth opportunities and guide individuals in developing strategies to realize them. His guidance was instrumental in achieving $100M in annual revenue, even amidst challenging market conditions. Operationalizing Team Success: Riccardo is adept at translating high-level objectives into actionable plans. He excels at breaking down complex goals into manageable components, providing clarity and structure that empowers teams to execute effectively. He equips individuals with the tools and frameworks to drive operational excellence within their teams. Transformative Coaching & Leadership: Riccardo's coaching style is transformative. He has an innate ability to understand individual personalities and tailor his approach to unlock their potential. Through insightful questioning and guidance, he empowers individuals to discover their own paths to success and become effective leaders. Riccardo stands out as a top 1% leader/coach I had from Google, and his influence makes him an invaluable asset to your journey.

Allyson was extremely helpful during my MBA internship recruiting experience. Not only is she knowledgable in many career paths, she is a compassionate listener and sounding board while going through a stressful job search. She gave me actionable resume and cover letter tips, as well as networking strategies.

Sam is a fantastic coach! He is very patient and took the time to listen to my concerns and then helped me figure out the next steps. He is very knowledgeable about all things MBA and has great experience to share, especially as a former consultant. I highly recommend Sam to anyone working through the MBA admissions process!

Devan’s story is inspirational, and through his own experiences, he helps you uncover your own unique journey. Because he has navigated a distinctive path himself, he has the ability to recognize uniqueness and identify strong areas of emphasis that others might overlook. His down-to-earth approach and ability to connect on a personal level make his advice both applicable and impactful.

Barış helped me so much so that I lost count. In situations large and small, business or personal.

I can discern, after 25 years of working with boards and management, between a leader and a narcissist, and I will not work with the latter. Baris is one I would gladly and hopefully partner with again.