IESE Alumni Association
Whatever your challenge, we’re by your side
4 Career Personalized career advice Meet our coaches Explore your career options Professional Transition Program Find your new role Professional resources to catalyze your career Recruit IESE talent
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The program to keep you informed and connected Always in the know, wherever you go Learning Bites IESEconomics: the global economic outlook for executives IESE Insight
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Your regional chapter, at your service Class reunions Alumni online directory Global Alumni Reunion
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Online faculty consultations Alumni mentoring
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Support to launch your new venture WeGrow: a mentoring program for start-ups Finaves and the Business Angels and Family Office Network: start-up funding for entrepreneurs
Giving Back Supporting talent Social outreach initiatives
Connect with other Alumni IESE Alumni App Alumni portal Social media networks How can we help?
Other exclusive benefits IESE Alumni Visa Platinum Card Library services Use of IESE installations IESE email account Special member discounts
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In 1959, a small group of graduates from IESE’s first-ever program decided to embark on a venture to stay connected and continue to learn and grow: together they laid the foundations of what today is the IESE Alumni Association. More than 60 years later, what started as a small endeavor has flourished into a worldwide network of over 50,000 alumni who live and work in more than 140 countries. Over the years, the Alumni Association has transformed the lives and careers of its members, forged powerful professional networks, driven charitable initiatives and been a firsthand witness of the positive mark IESE graduates have made in the world. Positive impact, solidarity and a spirit of service are not only cornerstones of IESE’s mission; they are an essential part of the Alumni Association, an organization that works with and for its alumni and aspires to cultivate collaborations among all its members. We are deeply attuned to the needs of our Alumni throughout their lives and careers. Today we want you – as a graduate of IESE Business School – to know that we are here to support you throughout this journey. The following pages offer an overview of everything the Alumni Association aspires to do for its members. Wherever you are, whatever your challenge, welcome to the IESE Alumni family!
Alejandro Beltrán President of the Alumni Association (MBA ’98)
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Javier Muñoz
Director of the Alumni Association (MBA ‘03)
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Career How does the Alumni Association support my career? Resources to help you build your personal brand, explore a new professional path or find a new role: guided by the Alumni Career Development Center, you’ll be able to map out a new future in alignment with your personal and professional aspirations.
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Peru
Brazil
Portugal
Chile
Singapore
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Egypt
Switzerland
France
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Mexico
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Personalized career advice Our career experts form an international team with broad experience in executive search, human resources and coaching. The team includes 30 career advisors in 17 countries, giving them a deep awareness of different local markets. As part of their affiliation fee, members receive a free advisory session every year to share their career challenges with one of our professionals.
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“I’m happy and grateful for the support I received from the Coaching Service during my career transition, which helped me land the job of my dreams. My coach gave me strategies to access specific industries, as well as a holistic approach to managing nervous energy and preparing for extensive interview processes.” Gilberto Cardoso GEMBA ‘17
Marta Gil-Casares
Lars Maydell
Meet our coaches MARTA GIL-CASARES has more than 30 years of experience in the industry, serving as a career advisor and executive coach for both corporate and institutional clients, including senior executives and independent board members. She is also a professor of career planning in several universities and business schools and the managing partner of Gil-Casares Executive Search. LARS MAYDELL has worked with more than 300 executives from a broad range of companies, government entities, NGOs and professional associations since 2012. His clients include C-suite executives, owners of family businesses, and partners in service companies. He firmly believes people have the potential and necessary skills to address their professional challenges and grow as leaders.
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Explore your career options As a member of the Alumni Association, you’ll be able to join online and on-site career workshops, where you’ll explore the most important facets of an executive career path. You’ll have access to career-catalyzing resources, from mock interviews with headhunters to professionalmanagement tools to maximize your employability. You’ll also learn how to turn your network into a powerful source of job opportunities and develop an action plan to bolster your personal brand. The calendar of online and on-campus career workshops is continuously updated on the Alumni portal and the Alumni app.
Professional Transition Program The Professional Transition Program (PTP) prepares you to set out on a career paths by helping you define your value proposition, outline your professional ambitions, strengthen your personal brand, and develop your search strategy. You’ll gain practical tools to map out your plan and reach your explicit goals.
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“The mock interviews were immensely helpful to explore my career options with headhunters and get their feedback. The opportunity to examine my professional profile with them was extremely enlightening.”
“The Professional Transition Program helped me establish better work habits and define my value proposition and personal brand. The opportunity to form part of a team with other people in the same situation was a huge support.” María Negri PDG ‘19
Jorge Arteaga AMP ‘09
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Recruit IESE talent
Find your new role Global businesses from numerous sectors rely on IESE in their talent search processes. As a member of the Alumni Association, every year you’ll have access to more than 400 exclusive high-level job offers. Enhance your visibility on our platform and take advantage of the Alumni Association’s agreements with the world’s most prominent employment platforms.
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400+ job offers in 150 global organizations
If you seek talent for your organization, look no further. Use our platform to search for the profile you want to fill, where you’ll find résumés from a diverse cadre of talented professionals, from recent graduates from IESE master’s programs to functional managers and senior-level executives.
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Professional resources to catalyze your career Webinars, hands-on exercises, lectures and videos will help you enhance your self-awareness, create your personal brand and engage with the global job market.
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15+ webinars “The professionalism, commitment and top-caliber profiles on the Alumni Job Board represent a tremendous added value. It’s an important resource thanks to the outstanding support and ongoing availability of the Career Management team.” Juan Luis Garrigós Recruiter Alumni Association
“I found the perfect job through IESE. The platform offered support at every step and gave me direct access to headhunters.” David Rodríguez MBA ’95
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Learning How can I stay up to date on the latest economic, industry and leadership trends? IESE offers you a broad portfolio of services, from the Alumni Learning Program – comprised by sessions, conferences and presentations with faculty, thought leaders and C-suite executives – to webinars and economic and leadership resources offered in diverse formats.
The program to keep you informed and connected The Alumni Association delivers more than 250 annual sessions in 80 countries through its flagship Alumni Learning Program (ALP). These high-impact sessions feature the insights of IESE professors, industry experts and top-level executives, who analyze and explore the most critical challenges facing global leaders, from technological advances and leadership trends to the latest global economic shifts. Imparted throughout the academic year, ALP sessions attract more than 25,000 Alumni and feature nearly 20,000 invited guests in sessions in cities around the world. As a member of the Alumni Association, you’ll receive discounts and preferential access to IESE’s wide range of programs and professional events, including its portfolio of Focused Programs and Industry Meetings.
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Fuencisla Clemares
“We’re in the midst of a digital revolution shaped by a never-ending stream of new technologies, which can be difficult to decipher for people with non-IT backgrounds. The ALP sessions put everything in perspective and make it easier to decide which innovations could have an impact on my business.”
LEADING-EDGE INSIGHTS ON: • People and resource management in times of crisis • Current shifts in key economic sectors • Innovation and transformation • Global economic outlook • Management and leadership • Alliances and globalization
Country Manager of Google Spain and Portugal
Paul Polman Former CEO of Unilever
Fred Pattje Regional Director Operations at Amazon
Pau Gasol NBA player
José Manuel González-Páramo Head of Global Economics and Public Affairs of BBVA
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Always in the know, wherever you go With more than 450,000 views, our online sessions, e-conferences and webinars allow you to deepen your knowledge on core leadership issues, no matter where in the world you are. The Alumni app and portal feature the weekly Alumni Learning Program sessions, as well as presentations and other support material.
“The online service is a great resource. I use it when I need to do an in-depth analysis of a specific topic. If I’m unable to attend the on-campus session, I can rely on the e-conferences to stay informed.”
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Vinay Kothari Partner, KBK Group MBA ‘92
Learning Bites Using the Alumni app, you can access short online training courses offered in diverse formats (video, text or podcast) on the most relevant trends in global management. The power of artificial intelligence, navigating the COVID-19 crisis and managing digital transformation are among the most recent additions.
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IESEconomics: the global economic outlook for executives IESEconomics features the insights and expertise of IESE’s Department of Economics faculty, who offer an ongoing analysis of the global economy. Using clear, business-focused language, contributors examine the latest global economic shifts through in-depth articles, podcasts, interviews and more.
IESE Insight An essential resource for alumni, IESE Insight will keep you on the cutting edge of the megatrends that can impact your business. This content-rich platform has it all: you can read articles, listen to podcasts and review the latest IESE research when you need to dig deeper on a concrete subject.
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Global Alumni Reunion
How can I expand and enrich my professional network? The Alumni Association is your key to a world of contacts, opening the door to a network of more than 50,000 high-caliber professionals who live and work around the world. Your regional chapter, at your service No matter where you are, our alumni network is always close at hand. Join the regional chapter closest to you. You have 38 groups to choose from, all aimed at helping you stay connected to the IESE community. Organized by geographic location or industry, they host both ongoing learning activities and social events, such as sports tournaments, solidarity events and networking dinners.
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The Global Alumni Reunion (GAR) is the Association’s flagship event of the year, where the pride of forming part of the IESE family is palpable. Over three days, the GAR showcases global luminaries from the realms of economics, business and leadership, who share their unique perspectives and insights. Free of charge for Alumni members, this exclusive event offers an ideal platform for inspiration and reflection. The GAR also organizes activities based on the offerings of the host city, including company visits to the world’s most innovative firms, networking events and social-impact activities like the annual GAR 10-kilometer run and solidarity sports tournaments. In an energizing forum, you’ll have the chance to relive your IESE experience through dynamic academic sessions and reconnect with friends, classmates and professors. Members of the Alumni Association benefit from discounts on optional paid events.
IESE Campus Alumni Regional Chapters
38 Regional Chapters 4 Alumni sectors
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Sustainability
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Class reunions We believe in the bonds you formed in the classroom. Each year, we offer you the chance to strengthen your ties by organizing class reunions for our diverse programs.
2.500+
participants every year
Alumni online directory Our online directory makes finding professional profiles and connecting with fellow graduates easier than ever. Keep your professional profile up to date and enhance your visibility among IESE alumni. Using the search engine, you can filter by company, sector, city and IESE program and gain direct access to more than 50,000 alumni.
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Faculty Can I rely on IESE when I need to resolve a doubt? Our relationship with our alumni doesn’t end when their program reaches its end. At IESE, we aspire to create lifelong connections with our graduates.
Online faculty consultations An open-door policy is one of IESE’s defining characteristics. Our professors can serve as an ideal sounding board on critical leadership issues, from business creation, incentive policies and executive expatriation to reading lists when you want to delve deeper on a specific subject. As a member of the Alumni Association, you’ll have access to an online service to make brief consultations to IESE professors, who respond to your queries in the shortest timeframe possible.
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“One of the best things about IESE is the ongoing rapport with professors. This relationship continues even after the program end and is an absolute treasure for alumni.” Mª del Mar Vericat EMBA ’18
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Alumni mentoring Are you looking for a mentor in your sector? Or perhaps you want to share your expertise with other IESE alumni? Whatever your case, there’s a place for you in IESE’s Alumni Mentoring Program. To date, the platform has served as a bridge for more than 2,000 alumni, helping graduates maximize their potential, develop new skills and advance on their career path. As a mentee, you’ll gain advice and insights from experts in your field. As a mentor, you’ll be able to invest your time in shaping future leaders by sharing your unique perspectives with fellow IESE graduates. Topics of interest often focus on personal growth, international job opportunities, relocation challenges, entrepreneurship or reverse mentoring, when roles are reversed and senior executives learn from their junior mentors.
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2.000+
alumni interact on the platform
“I was drawn to the idea of helping younger alumni progress and excel in their careers. While managing the mentoring and coaching process wasn’t easy, it made me into a better leader and expanded my network. Besides, who would turn down the chance of becoming a better person?” Yorgos Erifiadis MBA ‘05
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Entrepreneurship How can IESE help me launch my new venture? IESE offers you the guidance, contacts, financing and research insights you need to make your dreams of entrepreneurship a reality.
We help you create your new venture Nearly 30% of IESE Alumni launch their own businesses. If you aspire to pursue an entrepreneurial path, we’re here to help. IESE offers numerous resources aimed at helping aspiring entrepreneurs turn their ideas into a reality, including mentoring, financing opportunities, legal advice and continuous learning activities.
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WeGrow: a mentoring program for start-ups We’ll help you grow your new venture with WeGrow, a mentoring program that connects IESE alumni start-ups with seasoned mentors and executives, who generously share their knowledge and experience. To date, WeGrow has resulted in 40 mentors, 350 mentoring sessions and €9 million in new financing rounds.
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Finaves and the Business Angels and Family Office Network: start-up funding for entrepreneurs For entrepreneurs As a member of the Alumni Association, you’ll gain preferential access to seed capital managed by IESE, Finaves and the Business Angels and Family Office Network. Since its creation, Finaves has invested nearly €15 million in more than 40 startups founded or managed by IESE alumni, helping to generate roughly 2,600 jobs. For its part, the Business Angels Network has invested more than €45 million in over 225 start-ups.
More information For investors During your first year of membership, the Alumni Association offers you exclusive and complimentary access to one of the largest and most consolidated networks: IESE’s Business Angels and Family Office Network. With more than 1,500 projects presented, nearly 150 forums organized and over €50 million generated in direct investments, the network serves as a hub for more than 200 entrepreneurs and investors to explore synergies to support the creation of new ventures. Its members include private investors, investment clubs, family offices, large corporations and foundations.
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Giving Back How can I support the IESE community? Without a doubt, IESE alumni are our most important asset, promoting the school’s mission of making a positive impact on people and society as a whole. Your support, dedication and contribution as a member of the Alumni Association help us grow, and, more importantly, help others grow. Making a positive impact starts with each one of us. Supporting talent The Alumni Association supports the school’s scholarship campaign to enable high-potential students with limited financial resources to study and grow as leaders in IESE classrooms.
More information Supporting research and recognition: IESE Research Excellence Awards As in the case of IESE scholarships, the Alumni Association allocates part of its resources to support the research efforts of IESE faculty, key in their development and that of the school.
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€500,000
allocated to research and Research Excellence Awards
400+
students receive scholarships each year
Social outreach initiatives The IESE Social Action Platform provides a channel for IESE alumni to reach out with charitable associations and organizations for collaboration initiatives, generously and altruistically offering them advice to develop specific projects or carry out their daily operations. The Alumni Association also organizes charity and sports tournaments every year to support different charitable causes.
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Connect with other Alumni How can I build ties with other IESE graduates? IESE Alumni App
The Alumni app puts everything you need in the palm of your hand. Its user-friendly design lets you customize notifications to your interests, update your member profile, sign up for upcoming events and use the online directory, as well as access learning bites, news updates and articles.
Alumni portal
The IESE Alumni portal opens the door to a world of opportunities. The web has everything you need to get the most out of the Alumni Association.
Social media networks
Follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook to stay in the loop on everything underway in the Alumni Association.
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How can we help? Get in touch and we’ll help you with anything you need. Javier Muñoz MBA ‘03 Executive Director
Sylvia Johansson EMBA ‘12 Director, Barcelona Campus
Luis Arias PDG ‘03 Director, Madrid Campus
Wim den Tuinder MBA ‘89 International Network Director
Other exclusive benefits IESE Alumni Visa Platinum Card
The IESE Alumni Visa Platinum card provides an array of premier benefits for Association members. You can also take advantage of IESE’s collaboration with CaixaBank, which offers preferential financing conditions and customized investment options. Full terms and conditions here: www.caixabank.es/particular/colectivos/IESEAlumni_en.html
Library services
Alumni Association members have full access to an extensive catalogue of databases. Your membership also includes free access to the Business Information Center, library loans and training sessions to get the most out of IESE’s library resources.
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Use of IESE installations
Alumni Associations members have the option of reserving IESE workrooms up to 10 times per year.
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Special member discounts
Alumni Association members benefit from special discounts on some of IESE’s programs. In addition, spouses who are both members pay only one annual membership fee for both to enjoy.
IESE email account
Members maintain their @iese.net email accounts.
How can I join the Alumni Association? Alumni Association
alumni.iese.edu/become-a-member
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