MBA Alumni 35-50Y Reunion - October 2026

Dear Alumni,

This year, it's your turn to experience the joy of being together again for your reunion!

Alumni reunions are a celebration of you and of the joint project that is INSEAD. Something magical happens when you and your classmates return to campus to rekindle friendships, reconnect with the school, and renew the INSEAD spirit.  

We hope as many of you as possible will have the opportunity to travel from the four corners of the world to return to Fontainebleau for your reunion — see you in October!

Warmly,

Anne-Ev Enzmann MBA'01J
Executive Director of Alumni Engagement and Learning

We are planning a weekend of memorable moments for you and your classmates. In addition to a plenary with the Deans and faculty sessions with your favourite professors, you’ll have plenty of time to reconnect with your classmates during class meetings, networking sessions, and casual meals on campus.

Please note that the programme is subject to change.

The attendee list will be updated on a weekly basis once registration is launched. In the meantime, do let us know about your plans via the pre-reunion survey.

Successful reunions are the result of planning, preparation and dedication of alumni volunteers working hand-in-hand with INSEAD’s reunion team.

Thank you to the following classmates who have already stepped up as leaders in planning your reunion and reunion gift campaign:

Class of MBA'76

Reunion Chair - Martin Flash 
Reunion Committee - Patrick Cescau, Bertrand Dehelly, Reinold Geiger, Dick Verbeek
Reunion Fund Co-Chairs - John Cutts and Dick Verbeek

Class of MBA'81

Reunion and Fund Chairs - Richard Batty, Daniel Labrecque, Brigitte Reverdin, Jennifer Szersnovicz

Class of MBA'86J

Reunion Committee - Carol Fedida
Reunion Fund Committee - 

Class of MBA'86D

Reunion and Fund Co-Chairs - Memoria Lewis and Alan Palmer

Class of MBA'91J

Reunion and Fund Chair - Vijai Gill

Class of MBA'91D

Reunion Co-Chairs - Emmy Labovitch and Bruno Berthon
Reunion Committee - Jean-Charles Crouin, Alexandre Dias Da Cunha
Reunion Fund Chair - Scott Mosher
Reunion Fund Committee - Sylvia Gansser-Potts, Mike Gansser-Potts, Jérome Moitry, James So

It's not too late to get involved in the organisation of your reunion and your reunion class gift! If you would like to learn more about becoming an alumni volunteer, please contact:

Marie Ferreira or Stephanie Paille Soulier
Associate Directors, Alumni Reunions

Reunions are a time when classmates join forces to invest in INSEAD, and that collective reunion energy fuels participation in support of the school. Reunion class giving is a powerful statement at a pivotal time – strengthening INSEAD’s competitiveness, broadening our reach and deepening our impact.

Thank you for choosing to make a gift and support your class this year. To access your dedicated reunion class gift page, click on your promotion below:

MBA'76
MBA'81
MBA'86J
MBA'86D
MBA'91J
MBA'91D

For more details, feel free to explore the main INSEAD giving page.

If you would like to learn more about the special giving opportunities or to discuss your own giving, please contact your INSEAD class gift liaison:

Classes of MBA'76, MBA'86D and MBA'91D
Andrew Flather

Class of MBA'86J
Anuja Kelkar

Classes of MBA'81 and MBA'91J
Laurence Laemmel

The Salamander – a legendary creature, famed for its valour and perseverance – was the insignia of King François I. It decorates the Château de Fontainebleau where the first INSEAD classes were held and inspired the INSEAD Alumni Association to choose it as their emblem.

We look forward to honouring the Salamander holders in your class during your reunion.

Beginning in 1987, INSEAD has awarded Salamander statuettes to alumni and friends who have supported INSEAD with exceptional lifetime giving. In addition to listing Salamander holders on campus donor walls and in the annual Donors Report, INSEAD celebrates the generosity of Salamander donors during alumni reunions.

Are you interested in joining this circle of leadership donors? Salamander statuettes are awarded to recognise cumulative lifetime giving at the following levels:

Salamander Statuettes

*as of 30 April 2025

Salamander Pins

We are excited to announce that the INSEAD Alumni Association now offers exclusive alumni merchandise in partnership with Montblanc! This new collection is available for pre-order and purchase.

Be sure to place your order soon and take advantage of the opportunity to collect your items directly on campus during the reunion. Just visit the INSEAD Alumni Association booth where your merchandise will be waiting for you.

• How can I register for my reunion? Will I be able to register by phone or via email?
It is an easy process via a dedicated online registration page. We encourage you to use the online registration website. If you are having difficulty accessing it or for any questions, please contact our secretariat or call them at +33 1 84 80 70 35.

• How do I know if I am registered?
Once you have successfully registered and paid online, you will receive a confirmation email from Eventbrite, and your name automatically appears on the list of attendees.

• Do my family members need to register for the reunion?
Only registered attendees will be allowed to access campus during the reunion. As such, your partner and other accompanying family members must register.

• I’m currently not sure if my partner/guest will join. How do I register him/her at a later stage?
Once you have registered online, you can go back on line and add your partner/guest at a later stage (before the closing of registration).

• All the pre-booked hotels are full: where can I find a room?
For suggestions of other hotels or B&Bs in the area, which may have vacancies, please consult the Fontainebleau Tourist Office hotel listing.

• What will my partner do on campus during the sessions?
There is no separate programme for partners but they are welcome to all reunion activities as long as they are registered.

Is there on-site childcare? How can I find a babysitter?
A list of babysitting agencies is available upon request. Please contact our secretariat. 

• What is the dress code on campus for the Reunion?
The dress code will be business casual for the on-campus events and the formal dinner is black tie or cocktail attire.

• When will the class photo be available?
The class photo will be available after the reunion. Electronic copies will be sent to you by e-mail.

• Is the formal dinner suitable for 18+ children if they come along for the weekend?
It is suitable and you can register him/her as an adult guest.

• How do I make a make a class gift?
If you would like to participate in the class gift, please refer to the Giving back section.

• Why are the costs for the reunion higher this year compared to previous years?
We understand that the increased ticket prices may come as a challenge, and we share in the wish that such changes were unnecessary. The rise stems from a combination of factors beyond our control—inflation, higher venue rental fees, and the mounting costs of catering and essential services. Construction on our European campus has further complicated logistics, adding to our expenses. For many years, we held ticket prices steady despite the rising costs of materials and services, but the current pace of increase compels us to adjust in order to safeguard the tradition and viability of reunions for years to come. Please know that reunions are organized without profit; our aim has always been, and remains, to create a meaningful and high-quality experience for all who attend.

• Are there any options for alumni who may find the cost prohibitive?
While we encourage all alumni to dive into the full weekend experience—including the vibrant on-campus events and the formal dinners—we completely understand that the ticket prices might feel a bit limiting. That’s why we’re giving you the flexibility to attend either one or both, depending on what works best for your budget. This way, everyone can enjoy as much (or as little!) of this special celebration as they’d like. We can’t wait to see you there, making memories to last a lifetime!
If you would like details of how to attend one rather than both parts, please contact our secretariat.

• Do you make a profit from the reunions?
No, we do not, and have never, made a profit from reunions. In fact, each ticket is subsidised by INSEAD. Our sole aim is to bring alumni together and create an experience that honours our shared connections, not to generate revenue.

• How are the funds from the reunion used?
Ticket sales from the reunion are used solely to cover the costs of the event. This includes expenses such as venue rental, catering, staffing, and services. Every euro is directed toward ensuring the reunion is a memorable experience for all.

• What efforts are being made to keep the reunion affordable?
We are working hard to make the reunion accessible to as many alumni as possible. To that end, we are actively seeking sponsorships to help offset costs (where possible). At the same time, we are in conversation with vendors and venues, negotiating the most favourable rates we can secure. If you have ideas on how to reinvent the reunion concept to make these gatherings more affordable, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team. 

The reunion secretariat service is available to answer your questions about the reunion, including the programme, accommodation, registration, and other practical matters.

If you’d like more information about volunteering as a member of your class’s Reunion Committee, please contact Marie Ferreira or Stephanie Paille Soulier.

If you’d like more information about your Reunion class gift, please contact Andrew Flather. 

We look forward to seeing you in October!