Daniel Baglini ’27

Program

MBA

Hometown

Cumberland, Rhode Island

Citizenship

United States

Undergraduate Institution and Major

University of Rhode Island: Mathematics and Finance

Pre-MBA Industry

United States Army: Intelligence Officer

Internship Organization

McKinsey & Company: Summer Consultant

Clubs and Affiliations

Veterans Club, Co-President; Consulting Club, Leader; Education Club, Executive Committee

What is your advice for a prospective SOMer?

My biggest advice is to be intentional about what you want out of business school before you arrive.

SOM offers a wide range of opportunities, from academics to recruiting to student led initiatives, and it is easy to say yes to everything. The students who get the most out of the experience are the ones who take time early on to define their priorities and then commit to them.

I would also encourage prospective students to take full advantage of the people around them. Some of the most valuable parts of the experience come from conversations with classmates who have taken very different paths. Being curious about others and open to new perspectives will shape your experience as much as any class.

Finally, be proactive. Many of the best opportunities at SOM do not come to you automatically. Whether it is building relationships, joining organizations, or pursuing projects, the more initiative you take, the more you will get out of your time here.

Contact Information

dan.baglini@yale.edu (he/him)

Personal Interests...

Traveling to new regions and understanding how cities are designed and function, especially after spending time across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Building side projects, including a Rhode Island school district consolidation map and an email generator for a Yale conference. Strength training and tracking fitness progress. Reading about economic development and public policy. Helping others plan career transitions, especially fellow military officers moving into business school.