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Adrien JACTA

2012 Graduate, Company director (professional coach, trainer, consultant) - Helix Coaching

I support the IÉSEG Foundation because I believe deeply in equal opportunities and social inclusion in education. I believe that it is crucial to give young people from all backgrounds access to excellent training that promotes ecological and social transition, cooperation rather than competition, and the development of responsible management. Today's challenges (social, economic, ecological, etc.) are numerous, and I believe that the diversity of languages, cultures, personalities and origins is a prerequisite for success in meeting them. Supporting the IÉSEG Foundation is a concrete way of contributing to these principles, by helping to remove the socio-economic barriers that sometimes limit access to higher education. This is in line with my values of inclusion and sustainable development. I want to invest in a fairer and more responsible future.

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Roquette Group

Sponsor of the Social Openness - Equal Opportunities Grant

The Roquette group believes in the importance of social inclusion and equal opportunities in education. We are proud to support initiatives that enable all students, regardless of their socio-economic background, to have access to quality education and career opportunities. The aim of our partnership with the IÉSEG Foundation is to help support IÉSEG students in their academic and professional careers, and to help them reach their full potential. A concrete commitment to local communities!

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Kellie FLORVILLE

2020 Graduate, United States Social Opportunity Grant, Marketing Specialist, Guidewire Software

I am delighted to contribute to the IÉSEG Foundation scholarships from the United States. Education is a powerful tool for change and it is heartwarming to support students in their quest for knowledge. Every donation, no matter the amount, helps shape a better future. I am grateful for the opportunity to make a significant impact. My company was also able to double my own donation!

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Simon MURZEAU

2011 Graduate, Donation from Belgium - Social Openness - Entrepreneurship Scholarship, Commercial Strategy & Pricing Manager, Monitor Deloitte

IÉSEG has been an enormous springboard for my career and my life. Diversity plays a key role in terms of intellectual and human baggage. I joined in 2006 and graduated in 2011. At the time, I benefited from an inclusive selection process because I came from abroad. This rigorous process, adapted to my non-French academic background, was already a fine example of how to take into account the diversity that is the school's strength. For me, as someone who also financed my studies, the IÉSEG foundation represents the evolution and structuring of the way in which this diversity is taken into account, which is so necessary in today's professional environment. Contributing financially is an opportunity to give talented people who would otherwise be excluded access to a platform for creating value. The possibility of redirecting this support towards entrepreneurial issues is also an opportunity to make a greater contribution by contributing my professional expertise on a voluntary basis, while remaining within a framework and system of values that I cherish.

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Matthieu PETIT

2015 Graduate, Donor - Scholarship for social inclusion - equal opportunities, Co-founder, Vinerosa

I am extremely attached to the ues of social openness and equal opportunities, and I firmly believe that education is one of the most powerful levers for promoting them. As a former student of IÉSEG, I was able to benefit from excellent training that has enabled me to build a rich and fulfilling career.
It is essential to me that this opportunity should be accessible to as many people as possible, regardless of social background or financial means. Supporting the IÉSEG Foundation is a way for me to contribute to a fairer future and to enable talented people from all backgrounds to benefit from the same opportunity.

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Clément VEY

2011 Graduate, Donation from Belgium - Social Openness - Entrepreneurship Scholarship, Director, Rothschild & Co, Belgium

Supporting the school that has given me the foundations to flourish in my personal and professional life is a matter of course. Diversity is the very foundation of sharing, innovation, growth and resilience. Social inclusion is therefore a major issue for the whole IÉSEG community: from students to teachers, but also for staff and graduates. In my view, academic excellence must remain a priority, because it is by aiming to develop the best potential that the approach is positive for the whole community. Social inclusion and entrepreneurship are other ways of achieving this goal. Without necessarily aiming for academic excellence, other programmes and ecosystems can also seek, at the same time, to make an impact in these same areas.

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Nicolas WALLAERT

1995 Graduate - CEO of Cofidis France

As an IÉSEG graduate with a deep connection to the Hauts-de-France region, I am especially proud to see Cofidis partner with the IÉSEG Foundation and IÉSEG in its Equal Opportunity program. We firmly believe that by facilitating access to quality education, challenging stereotypes, and offering tailored support, we can build a more equitable and supportive future for all.

Katia CANIOT

HR and Communications Director of Cofidis Group

For Cofidis Group, fighting exclusion also means making higher education more accessible. This partnership with the IÉSEG Foundation embodies our commitment to equal opportunity, marking a strong statement of our vision and commitment within the Group’s HR strategy: to support social inclusion and skills development.

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Camille FRANÇOIS-NIENABER

2020 Graduate

Estelle PORTA

Human Resources Director for Allianz Trade in France

At Allianz Trade, we firmly believe that education and skills development are essential levers for building a better future.
That's why we have always prioritized the ongoing training of our employees and the sharing of experience with young talent.
With this in mind, we have created the Allianz Trade Campus Ambassadors network: a committed community that represents our company at student events. Members of this network share their career paths and professional experiences while offering practical advice to inspire and guide young talent in their professional projects. These interactions provide valuable opportunities to empower and mentor students.

But our commitment doesn't stop there. Each time we participate in a student event, we raise funds to support an annual foundation or student association. These donations aim to promote equal opportunity initiatives, such as social or excellence scholarships, entrepreneurial grants, or emergency funds for students in need.
In 2023, we chose to support the IÉSEG Foundation, renowned for its equal opportunity and excellence scholarship programs, which help deserving students facing financial challenges. Through this contribution, we hope to empower these talented young individuals to achieve their ambitions, regardless of their financial situation.
At Allianz Trade, we take pride in supporting this cause and actively contributing to a fairer society. We hope our partnership with the IÉSEG Foundation will inspire other companies to invest in the future of our youth. Together, we can create a positive impact on the lives of students and, ultimately, on our society as a whole.

Emily et Lucy FRANCOURT

Our commitment is above all a tribute to our family. Lucy studied for a Master's degree in Management for Sustainability, a subject that was very close to the heart of our mother, Lorraine, who was head of sustainable development and director of circular economy for a large American company. Following her passing, we wanted to honour her memory in a concrete way that was in line with her values.

We wanted to pay tribute to her by helping future students to follow the same Master's programme as Lucy, by removing financial barriers. This is the very essence of equal opportunities. Inspired by the American tradition, we organised a fundraiser that mobilised our friends and family. The result exceeded our expectations. It is a wonderful way to pay tribute to our mother and give IÉSEG students who are passionate about sustainability the means to achieve their ambitions.

Hervé BOYER

Parent of a pupil

My commitment to the IÉSEG Foundation is first and foremost a very personal one. My youngest daughter is currently in her second year and we have many ties to the School: a dozen children in our circle have studied or are studying there. It was through this proximity to the School that I was approached and decided to get involved. There comes a time in life when giving becomes more important than receiving.

For me, the meaning of this donation is to contribute to fundamental actions, particularly in the field of education, to enable equal opportunities. I also want all students who want and deserve it to have access to excellence. Helping them in a practical way feels really good. If I had to convey a message, it would be to invite everyone to ask themselves about their individual role in society. We all have the opportunity to change the course of events and make a positive contribution. It is up to us to take action, to influence, to decide what needs to be done and to get involved.

Bernard-Raphaël LEFEVRE

IÉSEG 1975

As a IÉSEG graduate, I have always followed my School's development with great interest. I am particularly enthusiastic about its progress, its openness in every sense of the word, and its keen understanding of training for business. For me, supporting the IÉSEG Foundation is an excellent investment. I am very sensitive to the three areas supported by the Foundation, particularly equal opportunities. Coming from a modest background myself, this area is particularly close to my heart.

Beyond my personal background, it is essential to give all students a chance, regardless of their origins. Excellence is a necessary pillar for the future of graduates. Finally, having been an entrepreneur myself, I deeply believe in the importance of entrepreneurship in education. My wish is simple: that my donation will make a tangible contribution to accelerating the development of these three areas. I would like to see the IÉSEG Foundation continue to promote equal opportunities in order to attract diverse talent, maintain and strengthen academic and research excellence, and encourage the entrepreneurial spirit of its students.

Marc LE BLAN

IÉSEG 1973

Being a donor is above all a way of supporting the initiatives of the IÉSEG Foundation. As a graduate, I have fond memories of my years at the School. It is this deep attachment that drives me to get involved and show my gratitude.

I am particularly sensitive to the focus on entrepreneurship, because having dared to become an entrepreneur myself, I know how demanding and exciting it can be. Supporting this momentum means ensuring that future graduates will have the means to realise their most daring dreams.

Stéphan RÉ

Executive Director of the Boulanger Foundation

Our approach is guided by our raison d'être: 'connecting women and men with each other, using their full potential, through human encounters and technology.' This guiding principle informs all our actions and has led us to forge a strong partnership with the IÉSEG Foundation. While our brand already enjoyed a special relationship with the School, thanks to the many employees who are graduates, a new bridge has been built through the meeting of our two Foundations. We want technology to bring people together, not isolate them.

This is a major issue in France: according to the latest sources, it is estimated that more than 300,000 young people do not have a computer to complete their studies. Technology can bring ease and comfort, but it can also create a huge social divide. Facilitating higher education is a key objective for the IÉSEG Foundation, which we share at the Boulanger Foundation. It is with this in mind that we have set up the computer donation programme. This commitment makes sense in terms of social openness: enabling every IÉSEG student to fully realise their academic ambitions.