Arya Khalili

Born and raised in the Chicago suburbs, I attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. After graduating in 2019, I moved to Chicago and spent six years in consulting, most recently as a Manager. In my role, I advising clients across industries on process improvement, technology implementation, and organizational efficiency. Drawing on my project management and execution experience, I came to Ross to pursue a career in brand management with the goal of shaping business strategy around products and the consumers who use them.

When I was exploring MBA programs, Ross stood out for its action-based learning, supportive community, and engaged alumni network. The support I received from the Ross community during my application process was invaluable, and it has continued as I’ve pursued both my professional and personal goals on campus. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or if you’d like to hear more about the Ross experience!