Learning to begin again: Europe’s ‘second-chance’ entrepreneurs
After two early ventures collapsed, ESCP alumnus Julien Sylvain built a €50mn bedding brand, a case study in the power of persistence.
When AI meets human fragility: why psychological safety is the next consumer frontier
As artificial intelligence becomes part of daily life, people turn to it not just for information but for comfort. On World Mental Health Day, we ask: what happens when technology meets us at our most human — and most vulnerable — moments?
Purpose or perfume? What really drives luxury buyers
Gen Z wants values. But in the luxury fragrance world, it’s still the scent that seals the deal.
Concentrated Solar Thermal: an optimal solution for decarbonisation in the oil refining sector?
Concentrated Solar Thermal (CST) offers a powerful pathway to decarbonising oil refining by replacing fossil-fuelled steam with clean, solar-powered alternatives. With proven reliability, cost advantages, and up to 95% emissions reduction, CST positions itself as both a sustainability and strategic investment for the energy transition.
From legacy to leadership: how family firms outperform by combining heritage with innovation
Prof. Béatrice Collin explains how family firms innovate, grow sustainably, and outperform peers through resilience and long-term vision.
Reaching for the moon: a challenge to win over generations Y and Z
To earn the lasting loyalty of younger generations, companies must learn to ‘reach for the Moon,’ rather than simply settle for being attractive.
Beyond labels: rethinking what it means to invest for good
ESCP alumna Cristina Spiller has spent her career working at the intersection of finance and social impact. In this interview, she unpacks what investing “for good” really means — and why intention, not labels, is what matters most.
Three speeds, four waves: a century of history in gender equality
Feminism has seen many evolutions as society and circumstances change over time. Affiliate Prof. Diana Clarke explores how technology and global challenges are shaping the future of gender equality in a reflection on a century of progress.
Bridging the gender gap in sports: an investment opportunity
Women’s sports have historically faced systemic barriers, yet growing participation and media coverage are driving a new wave of investment opportunities. With global revenues surpassing $1.3 billion in 2024 and record-breaking sponsorship deals, women’s sports are shifting from an overlooked sector to a lucrative, high-growth market.
S.W.A.G. Studio: using urban dance to foster inclusion and fight exclusion
ESCP alumna Pauline Terestchenko’s studio isn’t just a place to dance — it’s a movement that’s bringing refugees, beginners and marginalised groups together to break down barriers and build community.
Beyond pride month: fostering year-round inclusivity in your workplace
ESCP alumnus Jessica McKeon lays out strategies businesses can implement to foster an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ professionals inside (and beyond) their organisations.
Pandas: As rare as women leaders?
We discussed gender equality at work with Isabelle Hoyer, co-founder of PANDA Network, one of Germany’s largest networks for women.
