As we step into November, the entrepreneurial spirit takes centre stage at the HEC UK House! This month, we are thrilled to host a joint pitch night with Cambridge Alumni Entrepreneurs, celebrating bold ideas and ambitious founders, from Cambridge and HEC Paris ecosystems. It is the perfect prelude to the launch of the Mercure Prize, which will shine a spotlight on innovative entrepreneurs who embody the HEC values of creativity and excellence - more details below about the timeline and nomination process.
October was a particularly vibrant month, with the visit of the Master in Strategic Management students. We are always deeply grateful to our alumni who took the time to meet with them and open their doors. These encounters are a powerful reminder of how the HEC network continues to inspire the next generation of leaders.
As the year draws to a close, we are also beginning to embrace the festive season. December will bring two Christmas-spirited events to connect, reflect, and celebrate together — a joyful way to end another rich and inspiring year for our community: a Christmas breakfast at the UK House, a workshop to create your own holiday greetings cards.
The Mercure HEC Awards are back — celebrating the best entrepreneurial talent in the HEC community!
Do you know an HEC classmate who has shown entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, or inspiration through their career or personality? Nominate them before January 31, 2026! Your perspective, your network and your recommendations are essential to nurturing a global selection process that highlights the talent, diversity and entrepreneurial energy of HEC. Contact us to submit your candidates.
HEC Life Project Webinar - The Secrets of headhunters
Friday 14th November - 11:30am
ONLINE
A webinar to lift myths and beliefs about a little-known profession and discover the secrets to boost your career and/or your projects. This workshop will give you all the keys to understand the job of headhunter and date to use them for your next professional projects!
Join us to celebrate our entrepreneurs and participate in an unforgettable pitch night with startups from HEC and CAMentrepreneurs, the Cambridge Alumni Entrepreneurs Community. You will have the chance to witness the future of entrepreneurship and meeting with inspiring entrepreneurs from the HEC and Cambridge community. We welcome everyone, from BAs, early stage VCs, tech leaders and curious Alumni!
HEC UK Art Club: A conversation with Joan Mirviss, world expert and major Japanese art dealer
Thursday 20th November - 5:30pm
ONLINE
Join our conversation with Joan Mirviss is an expert and major dealer in Japanese art, specializing in ceramics, ukiyo-e prints and paintings for over forty years. In the area of modern and contemporary Japanese ceramic art in the West, she has been the pioneering spirit and force behind this burgeoning field.
HEC UK Wine Club: Wine Tasting with Quinta de Noval
Wednesday 3rd December - 7:30pm
IN PERSON
Join us for an exclusive tasting experience featuring the iconic wines of Quinta do Noval, one of Portugal’s most historic and celebrated estates. Founded in 1715 and located in the heart of the Douro Valley, Quinta do Noval is renowned for its remarkable terroir, steep vineyard terraces, and its mastery of both fine Portsand exceptional Douro wines.
HEC UK Art Club: Workshop: Make your own holiday greeting cards
Wednesday 10th December - from 5:30pm
IN PERSON
Take a creative pause before the festive whirlwind begins! Join us for a joyful and relaxing evening of watercolour card-making, where you’ll design and paint your own holiday greeting cards — perfect for any celebration close to your heart.
Whats4U London Mixer: The Art of Encounter - Wednesday 12th November - 6:30pm - HEC UK House, London
Whats4u, a collective initiative led by 17 alumni associations from prestigious Grandes Écoles, is hosting their London Mixer to explore The Art of Encounter – What Makes an Encounter Memorable? Through an inspiring talk and a series of interactive, hands-on activities, we will reflect on how connections are created, how they can be nurtured, and what makes them truly meaningful. Expect a blend of playful and thought-provoking moments designed to spark conversations and deepen connections across alumni communities. Register HERE
Women in Business and Finance - Friday 14th November - 6:00pm, HEC UK House, London
Do you know a bright young woman currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree and considering a Master’s in Finance or Business? Whether it’s your daughter, a relative, a mentee, or a talented student in your network, invite her to register now for an exclusive evening hosted by HEC Paris, celebrating Women in Business & Finance. The event will take place at the HEC UK House on November 14th at 6pm. Register here.
Live Masterclass: Data in Advertising: how to manage the risks and the benefits? Thursday 20th November - 12pm (UK) ONLINE
The online advertising industry relies on massive consumer data, driving growth but raising privacy concerns. Many users remain unaware of what’s tracked or how it’s used, prompting European regulators to push for stricter rules. For businesses, the challenge is to balance the benefits of data-driven advertising with responsible practices that safeguard consumer rights.
Closing of Trajectoires 2025 and Launching of Trajectoires 2026!
Wednesday 3rd December at 7:00pm - Salons de l'Hôtel des Arts et Métiers, Paris
HEC We&men and its partner Eurogroup Consulting are pleased to invite you to the grand closing evening of Trajectoires 2025. This evening will celebrate both the success of Trajectoires 2025 and the launch of the 2026 theme. Book now, limited seating!
HEC PARIS NEWS
The brand-new Dieter Schwarz Center for Family Business is already making a name for itself
HEC Paris and the Dieter Schwarz Foundation have created a Center dedicated to family businesses in order to advance research, teaching, and dialogue around these pillars of the global economy.
Family businesses are a cornerstone of Europe’s economy. They span all sectors—from agriculture to luxury—and include both SMEs and some of the world’s largest multinationals. These enterprises play an indispensable role in job creation, innovation, and the transmission of know-how across generations. Discover more.
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