Three hubs strengthening ESSEC’s international presence

New York, London and now Mumbai: ESSEC is accelerating its global presence through three hubs. Designed as genuine anchor points, these locations go far beyond a simple representative role and are part of an ecosystem approach, bringing together students, companies… and alumni communities.

Structuring the School’s presence in key regions, supporting students and businesses, while maintaining strong ties with graduates abroad—this is the objective behind the creation of the hubs. An ambition that forms part of the ESSEC Business School 2024–2028 strategic plan.

Nur Manisali is Director of the North America Hub, covering the United States, Canada and Mexico. She is based in New York, a city that brings together nearly 500 alumni, while 1,770 graduates are currently based across the United States. “In North America, our alumni can sometimes feel far from their School. The presence of a hub helps maintain the connection between the School and its communities. Our role is also to strengthen academic partnerships across North America and to support students.”

The second hub, established in October 2025, is located in London. It is led by Capucine Bernet (E00) . “We have one of the largest international chapters, with nearly 2,200 alumni, the majority of whom are based in London. The hub has several missions: enhancing the student experience during learning expeditions; building bridges between students and companies through the alumni network; and offering the local ESSEC community masterclasses and events organised by the School.”

Finally, since February 2026, Sophie Collet has been leading the Mumbai hub. “The announcement of the opening of a hub in India, in the presence of the President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, generated significant enthusiasm among alumni. My role is very hands-on: developing the School’s presence in India, structuring academic partnerships, strengthening links with companies, and supporting the India chapter in its initiatives.”

Internationally, everyone can find their own way to get involved: joining a chapter (United States, United Kingdom or India) to help bring the local ESSEC community to life, take part in events and exchanges between alumni, or connect with a hub to contribute to the School’s development—particularly by offering internship opportunities, academic and corporate partnerships.