HEC Paris Graduation 2025

The HEC Paris Commencement Ceremony 2026 is a time to reflect, connect and celebrate.

Over two days, the HEC Paris community will gather in Jouy-en-Josas and online to honor the academic achievements, community spirit and future ambitions of the Class of 2026.

The 2026 commencement ceremonies will also hold a special place in HEC Paris history for two reasons. They will be the first to take place in the momentum of HEC Paris’ new brand signature, “Dare the Impossible,” unveiled in April 2026. They will also mark a symbolic moment as the campus undergoes a major transformation through the Campus of the Future project, with future ceremonies to be held off campus for the next couple of years.

Watch the HEC Paris Graduation Ceremonies 2026 Live

Whether you are a family member, a friend, a future student, an alum, or simply curious to experience one of the most symbolic moments in the life of HEC Paris, you can follow the ceremonies live on YouTube.

Friday, June 12, 2026 – 2:00 pm 
Watch the live broadcast on YouTube

Saturday, June 13, 2026 – 2:00 pm 
Watch the live broadcast on YouTube

Why Tune Iny?

For future students, the live broadcast is a unique opportunity to discover the spirit of HEC Paris through the voices of its dean, graduates, guest speakers and academic leaders.

For families, friends and the HEC Paris community, it is a way to share the emotion of the ceremony from wherever you are, from the traditional procession of students and professors to the Dean’s address, student speeches, graduation moment, alumni welcome and artistic performances (Get ready for a brand-new surprise this year).

For industry observers and media, the 2026 ceremonies will feature keynote speeches from leading figures in entrepreneurship and finance, including Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux, the entrepreneurs behind Big Mamma and sunday, and Valérie Baudson, CEO of Amundi, HEC Paris alumna and one of the most influential leaders in European finance.

Commencement keynote speakers: Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux

Both HEC Paris graduates from the Class of 2008, Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux, the entrepreneurs behind Big Mamma and sunday, will address master’s students from the Class of 2026 on Friday, June 12.

Their entrepreneurial journey reflects many of the values at the heart of the HEC Paris experience: boldness, creativity, international ambition, teamwork and the ability to turn an idea into a venture that connects people.

Their presence will offer graduates a unique perspective on entrepreneurship, execution and the courage to build differently.

Meet your guides : Leopoldo Cavina and Riana Yachi

From pioneering impact-driven tech in Japan to navigating European corporate finance, student hosts Riana Yachi and Leopoldo Cavina embody the global ambition of the Class of 2026.

Their backgrounds already speak to their potential, but on stage, you will also discover their energy, communication skills, humility and authenticity as they guide the audience through the commencement ceremony.

Because beyond hard skills, one of the key assets for succeeding in today’s global landscape is the ability to speak to the world.

Meet the Voices of the Cohort: Bringing Entrepreneurial Hustle and Data-Driven Strategy to the Stage

Martyna Harasym and Zachary Carreau will speak on behalf of the graduating class.

Martyna brings a rigorous, scientific, and data-driven approach to high-stakes corporate strategy. Blending a strong foundation in business economics with advanced analytics, she is dedicated to improving how global organizations operate—always with a strong focus on people. She will graduate from the Master of Science Data Science & AI for Business X-HEC. 

Entering an elite business school was not the finish line for Zachary. Driven by a desire for deeper, more authentic connections, he co-founded HEC Inspire, a highly successful executive networking initiative that engineered a high-value ecosystem within the school. He will graduate from the Master of Science X-HEC Entrepreneurs.

Meet Your Day 2 Commencement Keynote Speaker: Valérie Baudson, one of the most influential women in global finance.

As the CEO of Amundi and a proud HEC Paris graduate, Valérie Baudson leads Europe’s premier asset management firm and a top-10 global financial powerhouse. 

From building Amundi’s pioneering ETF franchise from the ground up to championing the future of sustainable global finance and ESG-oriented investment strategies, her career is a masterclass in scaling global impact with purpose. Recognized as "Financier of the Year" and appointed Knight of the French Legion of Honour, she brings unparalleled macroeconomic insight to the stage, offering our graduates an inspiring perspective on leadership and transformation in a fast-changing economy.

Meet Our Student Speakers Discover the voices bringing Olympic-level ambition and global luxury expertise to the Class of 2026.

Lina Guerin  

A Tokyo 2021 Olympic silver medalist, two-time World Championship runner-up, and Rio 2016 Olympian with the French national rugby team, Lina Guerin joined the HEC Paris MBA with a deep commitment to high performance. As she graduates from the MBA program, she embodies the ability to mobilize core sporting values in the business arena to achieve ambitious collective goals.

Jacqueline Eichenblatt

Driven by a passion for cross-cultural strategy and by how brands connect with human emotions, Jacqueline Eichenblatt navigates elite global luxury markets with the spirit of excellence that defines iconic brands.

She joined the HEC Paris MBA to develop a deeper understanding of international business dynamics and impact leadership, with the ambition to help shape the future of luxury and consumer experience.

Meet Your Day 2 Host: Asha Sumputh  

A highly respected bilingual journalist and television anchor, Asha brings a profound understanding of global public affairs to the HEC Paris stage. 

With an elite academic background from Cambridge and La Sorbonne, alongside her experience lecturing at top French institutions, she bridges the worlds of media, finance, and higher education. As she expertly guides graduates, families, and global guests through the key moments of the celebration in French and English, she perfectly reflects the international ambition and intellectual rigor of the Day 2 our community.