This quarter, the IESE New York campus hosted executive programs, alumni events and international learning experiences. More than 100 Executive MBA participants came together for electives on Wall Street and Innovation & Entrepreneurship, led by professors Jan Simon and Desirée Pacheco. Master in Management students also completed an international module in New York, led by professors Joan Jané, Miguel Antón and Liinus Hietaniemi, combining company visits, executive sessions and alumni conversations as part of their global business experience. Find out more. 

Ana Maiques (AMP'15), co-founder and CEO of Neuroelectrics, has received the FEDEPE 2026 Award for Innovation and Female Entrepreneurship in recognition of her contribution to advancing neurotechnology. Through Neuroelectrics, Maiques has helped translate scientific research into technologies that support the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders. Her work shows how entrepreneurship can turn cutting-edge science into solutions with real-world impact. Read more about the award and Maiques' work here.

What makes an entrepreneur? According to Associate Professor Jeroen Neckebrouck, it's not having the perfect idea from the outset. In this video, the entrepreneurship, family business and governance expert explains why entrepreneurial success often begins with taking action, learning through experience and adapting along the way. He also reflects on the unique challenges family businesses face, offering practical insights into the decisions that shape entrepreneurial ventures and their long-term success.

Entrepreneurship doesn't end with building a successful company. IESE alumna Ibukun Awosika (GEMBA'04) demonstrates how founders can continue creating value by serving on boards, mentoring entrepreneurs and supporting business ecosystems. From founding The Chair Centre Group to becoming the first female Chair of First Bank of Nigeria, she has championed responsible leadership and strong corporate governance. Her career reminds us that entrepreneurial success is measured not only by the businesses we build, but also by the people we inspire and the institutions we help shape. Read the full profile and discover more about Awosika's leadership philosophy in her IESE Standout podcast.

The IESE Search Fund Club has appointed its 2026–27 Leadership Team, led by co-presidents Leticia Loza and Rodrigo Tinoco, both MBA'27. The new team will connect students with investors, search fund entrepreneurs and operators across Europe and beyond, creating opportunities to learn about entrepreneurship through acquisition firsthand. As interest in search funds continues to grow, the club plays an important role in helping students explore this entrepreneurial path through events, networking and conversations with experienced practitioners. Find out more and stay connected through their LinkedIn page. 

Between July 2024 and May 2026, IESE's Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center delivered eight bootcamps as part of the EU-LAC Digital Accelerator, bringing together participants from 21 organizations across Europe and Latin America. Through dedicated sessions for corporations, startups and mixed groups, participants explored how to structure corporate–startup collaborations, design proof-of-concept roadmaps and accelerate the adoption of innovative solutions. Participants included organizations such as L'Oréal, SONDA and Ormazabal, alongside startups and academic institutions. Learn more about the EU-LAC Digital Accelerator here. 

Selling a business is one of the most consequential decisions an entrepreneur can make. The IESE case Fedrus International: The Exit Decision by Associate Professor Jeroen Neckebrouck explores the strategic, financial and personal considerations behind that choice. As founders weigh growth opportunities, investor expectations and legacy, the case shows that a successful exit is about more than maximizing value—it's about deciding what comes next for the business and the people behind it. Find it here. 

How can Europe help deep-tech startups become global companies? A new study by IESE's Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center examines the European Innovation Council Scaling Club, an initiative that brings together 120 European deep-tech scaleups with investors, corporate innovators and other industry stakeholders. Drawing on the experience of the Club, the study examines how collaboration, access to expertise and ecosystem support can help innovative ventures move from technological promise to commercial growth. Find it here.