Ask Me Anything: MBA Recommendations & Choosing the Right Recommenders
🎤 Hosted by Donna Bauman and Lisa Cummings, Stratus Admissions
đź“… May 27, 2026
⌚ 7:30 PM ET
Not sure who to ask for your MBA recommendations—or how to guide them once you do?
You’re not alone. And the truth is, many applicants underestimate just how critical this part of the application really is.
Join Stratus MBA Admissions Counselors Donna Bauman and Lisa Cummings for a live Ask-Me-Anything session focused on one of the most important (and often misunderstood) components of the MBA application: recommendations.
With decades of combined experience, Donna and Lisa have helped thousands of applicants secure strong, authentic recommendations that reinforce their stories and strengthen their candidacies.
In this interactive session, they will break down:
- How admissions committees actually evaluate recommendations
- How to choose the right recommenders (and who to avoid)
- How to guide your recommenders without overstepping
- Common mistakes that can weaken otherwise strong applications
- Real examples of effective (and ineffective) recommendation strategies
Bring your questions. This AMA format is designed to give you candid, practical guidance tailored to your situation.
You will leave with a clearer understanding of how to approach recommendations strategically—and how to ensure this critical piece of your application works in your favor.