Hailey Hunt, Emory Goizueta MiM Class of 2025
Age: 22
Hometown: Boston, MA
Undergraduate Institution and Major: English and History Double Major at Emory University
Pre-MiM Work Experience: I interned in several amazing roles, including in a Massachusetts State Representative’s office as a policy intern and with Empirical Spirits as a marketing/R&D intern.
Why did you make the decision to attend business school? Why now?
Coming out of undergrad as an English and History major positioned me with a lot of valuable skills to bring into any field. Business in particular sparked an interest for me as a field that doesn’t perhaps seem the most obvious coming out of these disciplines. However, at the core of business is communication, the main focus of my English degree, and the needs of people, which is the driver of all history. The challenge of leveraging these qualities in a new setting while strengthening my quantitative skills lit a fire that led me to Goizueta.
Why did you choose Emory Goizueta? What factors figured most prominently into your decision of where to attend?
Having gone to Emory College of Arts and Sciences for undergrad, I was familiar with Goizueta based on its campus presence. I knew of its stellar reputation, innovative approaches, and abundant opportunities. That, combined with the chance to be a part of an inaugural cohort that I could really help shape in a program I was passionate about, was all the convincing I needed. It also didn’t hurt that Atlanta is one of my favorite cities, so I was happy to stay longer.
What do you think is your most valuable or differentiating contribution to the class?
I think that my non-linear work experience is my most valuable contribution to the class. Having worked with people ranging from elected officials to a former NOMA chef, my diversity of professional experience and the learning that comes with that gives me a unique perspective and approach to problem solving and collaboration.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself that didn’t get included on your application:
I come from a family comprised entirely of teachers!
Post-MiM career interests:
Management, Operations, Consulting, and Strategy
Advice for Current Prospective Applicants:
–What is one thing you would absolutely do again as part of your application process?
As part of the application process, you film a short video based on a prompt you have very little time to prepare for. Trusting my gut with the answer I wanted to give rather than trying to create something overly scripted and serious was something I would absolutely do again— it shows admissions who you are outside of your transcript/resume and they really value that!
–What is one thing you would change or do differently?
I wish that I had taken the opportunity to attend more admitted/prospective student events to get to know the staff better ahead of time. Definitely take advantage of how available they make themselves to prospective students.
–What is one part you would have skipped if you could—and what helped you get through it?
Onboarding! There are so many administrative tasks that need to be completed before you can start the year that it is hard to stay on top of. I got through it thanks to keeping in contact with our admissions team and incredible director, Anna Gibbons, who was beyond happy to help however she could.
What is your initial impression of the Emory Goizueta students/culture/community?
Being a part of the day-to-day culture solidifies how driven the students and professors are. There is a constant air of camaraderie, collaboration, pleasurable intensity, and grit in Goizueta.
What is one thing you have learned about Emory Goizueta that has surprised you?
The community aspect of Goizueta surprised me the most. Goizueta exudes pride in its members, past and current. From Thursday Kegs on the quad across all degree levels to crossing paths in Costa Coffee, you’re surrounded by a connected culture that I was not expecting to be as strong as it is.
