Ep 49. Hunter Wortmann - Bond University: Creating Your Personal Brand at a Global MBA Program

Today’s guest is Hunter Wortmann, whose path to business school is anything but typical. Before pursuing her MBA, Hunter spent five years working with marine animals, training dolphins, orcas, and more. After that chapter, she made the bold move to enroll at Bond University, where she has found a close knit academic experience (with small class sizes of just 9 to 12 students!). In this episode, Hunter shares: 🔹 What it was like working hands-on with marine animals for years 🔹 Why she chose Bond University and how small class sizes changed her learning experience 🔹 Her love of adventure and solo travel, including backpacking through Europe 🔹 How Bond supports entrepreneurs through mentorship and individualized guidance Hunter’s story is a great reminder that there is no single “right” path to business school and that sometimes the most unconventional journeys lead to the clearest direction. If you’re exploring MBA programs, here are a couple helpful resources: 🔗 Explore MBA programs on Leland: https://www.joinleland.com/search/school/mba/traditional-full-time-mba?via=67a30d 🔗 Join free MBA events and info sessions: https://www.joinleland.com/school/mba/events?via=67a30d Whether you are early in your MBA journey or actively applying, this episode is full of perspective on choosing a program that truly fits your life and goals.