Heather Mellinger

Hometown: Houston
Home State: Texas
Home Country: United States of America
Previous Institution & Degree: University of Pennsylvania (B.A. in Political Science)

Pre-MBA Industry: Staffing/Recruiting
Pre-MBA Company: Primary Services
Pre-MBA Title: Strategic Account Director
Desired Post-MBA Industry: Consulting
Desired Post-MBA Function: Strategy Consultant

Summer Internship Company: KPMG
Summer Internship Title: Strategy Intern

Degree Concentration: Strategic Management
Student Organization Membership: Consulting Club, Entrepreneurship Club, Human Capital Club, Technology Club, Wine Club
Student Organization Leadership:
Consulting Club, Vice President
Human Capital Club, Chief Officer

What about the Rice MBA program has surprised you the most?
That the program continuously proves its commitment to continuously improving the program.

What has been your favorite moment of your Rice MBA experience so far?
The Tech Trek

What is your favorite thing about and/or favorite spot in Houston?
The amazing people - favorite spot is the Museum District.

In a sentence, what is the one piece of advice you have for prospective students?
Take the experience you have with each school seriously, as you'll find it proves true!