Fred Simkin
Coach
About Coach
Fred Simkin is a dynamic cross-sector consultant and former managing director who brings a highly unconventional, multi-industry perspective to university admissions. With a footprint spanning 74 countries and a career that transitions from elite global bond markets to London’s high-stakes construction industry and small-business consulting, Fred excels at helping students craft uniquely compelling, multi-dimensional profiles.
Education
- London School of Economics (LSE) - Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Comparative Government
- The George Washington University ○ Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science, with Economics and History
Career
- Cross-Sector Consultant: Acts as a strategic consultant focusing on Marketing, Coaching, and Strategy for small businesses across highly diverse sectors, including Agriculture, Watches, Charity, Construction, Education, Healthcare/Biotech, and the alcohol industry.
- Investment Banking Director (20+ Years): Served as Managing Director at Cantor Fitzgerald, with prior senior roles at UBS, BNP Paribas, Mizuho, Credit Agricole, and Alliance Bernstein. Specialized in marketing bonds to international institutional clients across Europe, North America, the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Far East.
- Project Management: Spent six years as a Project Manager in the highly competitive London construction industry, mastering operational efficiency and complex project execution.
Coaching & Impact
- Dual-System Expert: Having navigated both the US (GWU) and UK (A-Levels, LSE) educational systems, Fred offers students expert guidance on applying to elite universities on both sides of the Atlantic.
- Versatile Industry Mentor: Translates his vast, multi-industry experience into helping students find their niche and build standout applications, whether they are aiming for traditional finance roles or unique cross-disciplinary fields.
- Sports & Leadership Coaching: As a former coach for UK University Men's and Women's basketball, he brings a highly motivational, team-building approach to mentoring his students for admissions and interviews.
Focus & Specializations
- Career Pivoting & Cross-Sector Strategy: Coaching students on how to leverage diverse backgrounds into compelling narratives for business schools and specialized graduate programs.
- Global Finance & Banking Careers: Strategic preparation for students aiming for investment banking, asset management, and global markets.
- US & UK University Admissions: Tailored strategies for applicants targeting Ivy League, Oxbridge, and Russell Group institutions.
Languages
- French
- Englisg
- Germany