What an extraordinary end of year for the HEC community!
Many of you joined us in Paris for the HEC Alumni Gala on November 25, a festive and energising moment that brought together graduates from all generations. It was also the occasion for the launch of the School’s ‘New Responsibilities’ strategy and the new HEC Foundation Campaign—a bold, future-shaping vision for our institution. These are exciting times for HEC, with major projects underway, including the new HEC Campus!
A note for our entrepreneurs—and those who champion them: if you wish to participate in the Mercure Award 2026, or nominate an HEC entrepreneur, please contact us.
And a note for our talented HEC Women—and those who champion them: if you wish to participate in the 2026 Prix Trajectoires please apply here.
Wishing you all a wonderful festive season and a strong, inspiring start to the new year!
Your HEC in the UK Team
We wish you a lovely end of the year holidays!
We were delighted to celebrate the end of the year with our HEC Alumni community, as well as friends and corporate partners, for a festive breakfast! Many thanks to our wonderful community for contributing to the success of the UK Office’s projects this year: students study trips, partnerships, HEC Alumni Club events, UK House clients and so much more!
FOCUS OF THE MONTH: A NEW VISION FOR HEC PARIS
In a world where debate is drying up, social mobility has stalled and immense challenges lie ahead, HEC Paris seeks to take on a much more prominent role in societal engagement – significantly expanding its contribution to the free dissemination of knowledge – while strengthening its position as a leading Higher Education platform for co-developing sustainable and inclusive solutions to society’s major challenges. The New Responsibilities strategy embodies this ambition. Built around three main priorities – reshaping destinies, informing and inspiring, and serving as an innovation platform for shared and sustainable prosperity – it reaffirms the school’s public-interest vocation and ushers it into new era of responsibility in which research, education and action come together to serve the general interest. Read more.
HEC CAMPUS OF THE FUTUR: an historical milestone for HEC
The HEC Foundation announced the launch of the 2026-2031 campaign, and the HEC Alumni Association in turn reaffirmed its support for a shared ambition: to stand alongside HEC as it enters a new phase in its development. The Foundation is launching the ‘HEC Campus of the Future’ campaign, which reflects this ambition and has three main objectives:
To illuminate public debate and inspire decision-makers,
To change lives on a large scale and reveal talent,
To co-create solutions to the major economic and social challenges of tomorrow.
Over the next five year – leading up to 2031, which will also mark the 150th anniversary of our School – we are launching a collective effort to contribute to the success of the campaign, drawing on the engagement and strength of the entire alumni community! We are all counting on you!
HEC UK Governance and Geopolitics Clubs - Between Risk and Responsibility: Boards in a Geopolitical Crossfire
Monday 12th January 2026- 6:30pm
IN PERSON/ONLINE
Boards are increasingly recognizing that governance today cannot be separated from geopolitics. The environment has become more volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA), shaped by shifting power balances, technological rivalries, and societal expectations. How are boards starting to apprehend and respond to these dynamics?
François Gemenne, Professor at HEC Paris and Expert on Environmental Geopolitics and Climate change will host a breakfast at the HEC UK House. Save the date & book your slot!
Great at what you do, and yet your career is stalled? Then, you're probably missing a strong power base. As long as you will remain invisible to the people who matter, your efforts won't be recognized as they should. Learn how to quickly create the power base you need to open doors - even when you hate networking!
HEC UK Art Club: Spotlight on the Organ: discover and play the king of instruments
Wednesday 4th February 2026 - 7:00pm
IN PERSON
Come and discover the king of instruments - the organ! During the evening you will find out how an organ works, listen to a short concert illustrating the different features of the instrument at the Notre-Dame-de-France church, and even get to try the organ yourself.
In Conversation with the European Spatial Agency team: breakfast with Dr Clement Albergel, PhD, Head of the Actionable Climate Information - Wednesday 21st January 2026 - 8:30am (UK) IN PERSON
This is a unique opportunity to hear how the European Space Agency (ESA) is transforming space-based Earth observation into actionable insights that empower decision-making for climate adaptation, resilience, and sustainability. The ESA plays a leading role in advancing scientific and technological excellence across Europe. Through its Earth Observation Programme and Climate Change Initiative, ESA harnesses satellite data to tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our time — from monitoring environmental change to supporting sustainable development.Register HERE
HEC NEWS
CALL TO CANDIDATES: Prix Trajectoires 2026 - Women's path: Entrepreneurial journeys
From Wednesday 10th December to Tuesday 20th January 2026
For this 17th edition, HEC We&men, through its Trajectoires programme,highlights women with authentic journeys & from around the world. Eight ambassadors, acting as spokeswomen for HEC We&men, will be selected in February 2026 by a committee bringing together representatives from HEC, key players in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and the media.
You are a female entrepreneur or you know a female entrepreneur with a unique journey, marked by challenges, resilience, and successes and whose story can inspire other women? You can participate by highlighting the aspects that best reflect your experience and areas of interest! Apply here.
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!
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!
