Thowback on the various events on diversity and inclusion that we hosted at the UK House the past month. | Refugees inclusion: how business leads change In a recent high-profile conference organized by the S&O Institute and the HEC UK House in London on January 23, 2024, academics and businesses shed light on the complex reality of forced migration and the imperative for businesses to play a positive role in this global challenge. The key discussion emphasized the potential mutual benefits for businesses and communities in actively welcoming and supporting refugees. The vibrant testimonials from Ben & Jerry's and The Adecco Group gave hope on how bold and brave businesses can engage in social impact. Read full article. | Take the Lead: book launch celebration! We celebrated the launch of Take The Lead: how women leaders are driving success through innovation, our very own Delphine Mourot's first book with Anne-Valérie Corboz and Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj. This essay uses the principles of a leadership canvas, includes research, suggests a practical approach and most importantly shares stories of women who demonstrate powerful innovation through their leadership. Discover the wonderful and truly inspiring women interviewed for the book!
We have special 20% discount code for you: TAKETHELEAD Take the Lead! | New scholarship program for exceptional women interested in doing an MBA in partnership with HEC Paris MBA, the HEC Foundation, and the Laidlaw Foundation, The program will pave the way for talented women to access the HEC Paris MBA and unlock their full potential. Scholarships will be awarded to 10 women each year, who have exceptional academic and professional backgrounds, but are facing financial barriers for a top-notch MBA. The scholarship covers full tuition. The goal of the program is to promote inclusion and diversity by equipping bright women from various backgrounds with the skills and network needed to excel in leadership roles, thereby contributing to building the society of tomorrow. We welcome you to share information on the Laidlaw program with your network. We encourage those who know exceptional women that would be a fit for this opportunity, to nominate them for a Laidlaw Scholarship. Contact: Liesbet Corriveau, MBA Recruiter | HEC UK Art Club x Book Launch: behind the mirror: exploring narcissism in modern society Wednesday 21st February - 6:30pm IN PERSON Come and join us for an exclusive conversation with Julie Girard (H.11) writer and philosopher, as she publishes her second novel, Les Larmes de Narcisse, by Editions Gallimard. Her book explores the concept of narcissism in contemporary society, questions freedom of speech and the power of artistic creation in an increasingly polarized world. Register HERE | HEC UK Green and Tech Clubs: Green Tech for Impact! Wednesday 6th March - 7:00pm IN PERSON Join us to discover examples of tangible impact from tech solutions in carbon footprint assessment, circular fashion, biodiversity credits, and household energy management; Our panel will gather 4 entrepreneurs that have developed innovative technologies to tackle key environmental challenges from very different angles, and the impact they are hoping to have. Register HERE | SAVE THE DATE - LONDON GRAND PITCH NIGHT Wednesday 20th March - 7:00pm IN PERSON Join us for our annual London Grand Pitch Night, live from the Curzon Soho movie theatre with HEC Paris startup launchpad entrepreneurs' students. This special evening will feature 6 finalists who have been chosen from 30 teams by a panel of expert judges. These finalists will pitch their startup projects in front of a jury of entrepreneurs, investors, and an audience of eager supporters. Register HERE | blockchain@hec UK: The future of carbon credits with Blockchain Wednesday 28th February - 5:00pm ONLINE The webinar will cover the current state of the carbon credit market and the transformative potential of technology in combating climate change. Our panellists, experts in carbon credit markets, digital measuring, reporting, verification methods, and blockchain technologies, will explore the possibilities of creating new standards for buying carbon credits. Register HERE | HEC UK Wine and blockchain: Wine Tasting with Chateau Edmus Thursday 14th March - 7:00pm IN PERSON Come and join us for an exclusive wine tasting with Laurent David, co-owner of Château Edmus and president of the WineTech. Coming from the Tech Industry, (Nokia, Apple). Originated from Bergerac, Laurent cultivates a passion for wine and is a business angel in several WineTech startups. Register HERE | HEC LIFE PROJECT: CHAMPION'S PITCH Wednesday 27th March - 11:30am (UK) ONLINE How to be perceived as a champion in 2 minutes? How to tell the difference in all circumstances? How can you feel comfortable even if you don’t feel like a “pitch champion”? In 90 minutes you will interactively discover CHAMPIONS PITCH, an innovative and impactful approach that goes off the beaten track with Jacques Birol (H.74). This highly interactive workshop is participant driven with a limited capacity of 10 attendees! Join now! Register HERE | The New Funding Paradigm for Startups - Tuesday 12th March 2024 at 1pm (UK) / 2pm (CET) Join us for our exclusive Master Class, “The New Funding Paradigm for Startups”, as we explore the evolving landscape of startup funding. Through the perspectives of a VC and Angel Investor, we’ll delve into the intricacies of European venture capital and angel investing, gaining an understanding of funding criteria, the hottest topics, and the most significant changes witnessed since 2022. Register here | Should your company have politicians on the board of directors? By Gonçalo Pacheco de Almeida is a professor of strategy and business policy at HEC Paris. Clientela and politics are as old as the origins of government – and are still alive and well today. In the last six years, a former president and two former prime ministers of the French Republic – Nicolas Sarkozy, Edouard Philippe, and François Fillon – were appointed to the board of directors of private companies (Accor, Atos, and Rosneft, respectively. Read more. | Become a school advisor! Embark on a captivating journey into the intricate world of 2024 with Professor Jeremy Ghez, a leading expert in Economics and International Affairs at HEC Paris. Professor Ghez unravels the tea leaves of change, providing unparalleled perspectives on the challenges and opportunities awaiting us. See full interview here. | Become a school advisor! In order to respond to the school’s strong desire to support students during their internship, HEC Talents is setting up a community of school advisors for internships starting next spring. Your main tasks would be to support one or more interns (estimated workload of 1.5 hours per intern) to ensure their internship goes well, to listen to their feedback, to contact the school in case of any issues, and to be a signing party of the internship contract. If you are interested in this project, or if you would like additional information, please email the team! | Organise your board meeting, off-site and teambuilding event at the UK House! | In need of inspiration for a board meeting, teambuilding event or an offsite for your company? Come at the HEC UK House! We would be delighted to host you and your team for a tailor-made event in our beautiful facilities in the heart of London. | A huge thank to all our Alumni and clients that rented a space and organises their offsite at the UK House this year! | HEC STORIES: OUR SELECTION FOR YOU | Come and sail to the Atlantic ocean with Jean-Baptiste Minvielle (H.25)
"At the age of 22, I set myself the challenge of crossing the Atlantic alone. I will thus pursue this dream aboard the Youkounkoun. This project, developed during the six months of the HEC Entrepreneurship Program, will span three years. The agenda includes extensive training, education, countless hours of tinkering, and numerous solo and double-handed races! The goal is to qualify for the Mini-Transat, a solo race across the Atlantic, which I will embark on in September 2025." Read more. | Entrepreneurship with Juliette Lailler (H.16), co-founder of Krème From idea to success, the path of entrepreneurship is filled with challenges. To understand and draw inspiration from the experiences of others, HEC Stories conversed with alumni who excel in business in various fields. After Graffi Rathamohan (H.11), co-founder of PNY, and Ning Li (H.06), the founder of Typology, here are some insights from Juliette Lailler (H.16), the co-founder of the natural cosmetics brand Krème. Portrait. | Habib Mbaye (MBA.01) : Journey of A Presidential Candidate From HEC classrooms to the Senegalese government, Habib Mbaye was raised in a family of influential political figures and charted his course between international finance and politics. Read more. | Corporate and Academic Relations | Help HEC Paris foster synergies with your company in talent recruitment, brand and business development and knowledge! | Participate in enriching HEC students' life by welcoming students during their learning expeditions in London, sharing your experiences and challenges, as well as hiring or mentoring new talents! | Engage in the Alumni Community | The HEC UK House is Your House! | Join a supportive and team of 40 active volunteers that organise 100+ events each year. Gain exclusive access to the HEC network and enjoy connecting and developing new projects with us! | Everything is possible at the HEC UK House! Whether you wish to come in the lounge in between meetings, book a meeting room, organise an event or become a corporate sponsor, get in touch with our team to discuss your next project with us! | & follow us on social media! | CONNECT WITH HEC IN THE UK | HEC in the UK 43 Parker Street, London, WC2B 5PS ukoffice@hec.fr If you no longer wish to receive news from HEC in the UK, please update your preferences on your HEC Alumni account. | | |
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