Behind the Podcast: Navigating Consulting, Business School, and Everything In Between

Behind the Podcast: Navigating Consulting, Business School, and Everything In Between

Will Holbrow and Ariel Levine turn the mic on themselves and share their personal journeys through college, consulting, and business school, offering insights into career decision-making, networking, and the realities of consulting life. This conversation provides valuable lessons for young professionals navigating their career paths.

Investment Banking to Corporate Development: How Alden Sulger Built a Career in Finance

In this episode, Will and Ari sit down with Alden Sulger to trace his career path from college to investment banking and beyond. They cover what it was like to break into finance during a global pandemic, the reality of the investment banking grind versus the expectations, and the skills that carry over when you make the jump to the buy side. Alden shares his experience in the energy industry, how corporate development differs from banking day-to-day, and how AI is starting to reshape both worlds. The conversation also gets into the importance of intentional networking, knowing when it's time to make a move, and how to maintain balance when your career is demanding a lot from you.

Tackling the Optionality Trap with Iann Karamali

Iann Karamali shares his entrepreneurial journey, from studying mechanical engineering and political economy to founding Monarch Liquor in Austin, TX. He discusses navigating optionality traps, leveraging Kellogg's resources, and the future of AI, all while balancing fatherhood and business ambitions.

Marine Corps Officer to Entrepreneur: Daniel Medina on Leadership and Building a Brand

In this episode, Daniel Medina shares his inspiring journey from Marine Corps officer to entrepreneur, highlighting leadership lessons, the importance of community, and the vision behind his innovative energy supplement. Discover how his military experience shaped his approach to business, the pivots he made, and his future plans to revolutionize health and performance. Restless Website: https://restlessco.co/ [https://restlessco.co/]

Econ Consulting to Data Science: Shaping Your Career with Networking and Perseverance

MBA students Ari Levine and Will Holbrow interview Neil Meehan about his career trajectory and explore how luck and networking played a role in shaping his path. Hear about the tradeoffs of quitting a job to pursue a new career, the impact of AI on the future of productivity, as well as the importance of balancing career success with personal well-being.