Our Team
Yak Chauwei
CEO, GAO Consultants
With two decades of leadership in global investment management, Chauwei brings unparalleled expertise in strategic analysis and mentorship. Her career includes pivotal roles at Ortelius Capital—advising prominent family offices—and investment banking at J.P. Morgan and UBS across New York and Tokyo.
An alumna of the University of Pennsylvania, she graduated summa cum laude with dual degrees in Economics (The Wharton School) and Asian & Middle Eastern Studies, alongside a minor in Mathematics. Chauwei’s rigorous academic background and strategic acumen uniquely position her to guide students through the complexities of securing a job in finance.
Our Consultants
Internship Advisory
Our team comprises of professionals at top firms like Citadel, McKinsey & Co, and Goldman Sachs at all stages of seniority. No matter your aspirations, we will give you a competitive edge in landing high-impact opportunities.
College Consulting
Getting into a target school is a vital step towards your goals. Our team of experienced consultants from top Ivys and Oxbridge will give you the insight and support needed to stand out in both the competitive admissions process and thereafter.
Specialist Coaching
At Gao Consultants, we prepare students for a range of prestigious competitions, with mentors who have won competitions like the Stockholm Junior Water Prize, NEFMC, and HIEEC. Our coaching equips students with the strategies and insights needed to excel and enhance their academic profiles.
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