Director
Randall Sawyer

Highlights & Achievements
- Former Assistant Dean of Admissions, Financial Aid, & Inclusion at Cornell Johnson
- Former Board Member at GMAC, The Consortium, The MBA Tour, & Cornell Rankings Committee
- Reviewed 10,000+ MBA Applications Across Full-Time MBA Programs
- Oversaw 50% Increase in Apps and Major Boosts in Class Stats at Cornell

Randall Sawyer brings deep institutional knowledge and decades of admissions expertise to Fortuna. As the former Assistant Dean of Admissions, Financial Aid, and Inclusion at Cornell’s Johnson School of Business, he reviewed more than 10,000 applications, recruited globally, and managed a 17-person admissions team. During his tenure, Randall helped transform the program’s profile – driving a 50% increase in applications, improving yield, raising average GMAT scores by nearly 50 points, and increasing female enrollment.
Randall’s background gives him a unique edge in helping candidates identify not only what makes them exceptional, but also which schools are the best fit for their goals and values. His extensive experience on MBA-related boards – including GMAC, The Consortium, and The MBA Tour – means he’s seen every angle of the admissions process, from selection criteria to school strategy.
Known for his sharp insights and deep empathy, Randall doesn’t just help clients craft great applications – he helps them set their sights on the schools that will transform their lives and careers.

Q&A with Randall
What’s your top piece of advice for admissions candidates?
I urge all candidates to be authentic on their applications. Applications provide a short story of who you are, what you have accomplished, what you bring to the table and what you are passionate about. Being authentic allows the Admissions Committee to get to know you “on paper” and be interested enough to offer an interview to meet you in person.
Why are you passionate about coaching?
Going to business school is a transformational experience. For me, helping a candidate get to the right school at the right time for the right reasons is a wonderful experience. It is very rewarding for me to know that I have played a role in helping someone achieve their dreams.
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