Tourism and its desirability is a challenge posed to countries the world over and Scotland is no exception. In 2019, tourism brought £11 billion to the Scottish economy, against a backdrop of increasing resentment amongst local residents in some rural and island communities as well as the main cities. As the industry tries to look beyond Covid, and the Scottish Government and local councils try to balance the demand for tourism with the needs of the residents, our four speakers give their perspectives on the industry and will take questions. There will be an opportunity to network afterwards.
Events
Join us for a fireside Chat with Andrew Sillitoe, Partner & co-CEO Apax Partners
We are privileged that such an exceptional speaker has agreed to speak to INSEAD alumni and guests. Dame Shirley’s TED Talk in 2015 received a standing ovation from more than a thousand of the world’s most recognised technical entrepreneurs, thinkers, creators and doers has received 2.6m views.
Whether it’s in our health, finances, work or relationships, fallibility and imperfection are unavoidable aspects of being human.
Yet we often react to our inevitable human failings with self-criticism and negativity, which lead to stress, anger, anxiety, and depression. The antidote to this is self-compassion – something we can cultivate so we face our ‘failings’ with kindness, patience and understanding. This helps build positive and productive relationships with ourselves and others.
As we begin to emerge from these unprecedented times, Yorm Wijngaarde from Dealroom.co will lead us through recent trends in European venture capital. We will also discuss how funds have been deploying through this period given accelerated trends in technological innovation.
Francois Aguerre (MBA 05D), President, INSEAD Alumni Association UK, warmly invites INSEAD alumni and their partners to a bring-your-own picnic in Hyde Park. Current legal restrictions limit the group to 30. We ask that you maintain social distancing and stay in your household bubble. Nevertheless, we hope that you will take this opportunity to enjoy a summer’s evening and celebrate our school, our community and the future.
The Monthly Drinks are back! We’ve booked the outside covered space at The Conductor on Fleet Place in Farringdon. This new pub and restaurant serves craft beers, cocktails, mocktails and premium non-alcoholic drinks.
The UK Association is celebrating Global INSEAD Day with a champagne reception at the House of Lords on Monday 13 September. The Palace of Westminster is one of the most iconic buildings in the world and home to the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two houses of Parliament.
For our inaugural event, Naheema Walji (MBA 16D), Chair of the EdTech & Education Group, Mariana Grigorian (MBA 07D), Swiss Lead of the EdTech & Education Group and Dominic Nixon (IDP-C’16Oct), Deputy President, INSEAD International Directors Network, will be facilitating an evening of storytelling, introductions and informal discussion on current and projected trends in the sectors. We will be joined by a great team of fellow alumni who have graciously offered to help.
Join London-based alumni from other global business schools for a relaxed evening. This is a great way to reconnect with your peers and extend your network.