Alumni Reunion Weekend - May 2020

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Attendees List

The participant's list is subject to change. An updated version of the attendees list will be posted once a week.

If you have any questions, please contact the secretariat at secretariat.reunions@insead.edu

Accommodation
 

INSEAD has made block bookings at hotels in the area for alumni returning for their Reunion Weekend.  However please don't delay in making your booking as we expect a high demand for rooms.

In order to secure your booking in one of the hotels, please contact them ahead of time (consult the list here) and mention the code ARWMAY2020.  Please note there is limited capacity.

For suggestions of other hotels or B&Bs in the area, which may have vacancies, please consult the Fontainebleau Tourist Office hotel listing.

Children's camp
 

Share the reunion weekend with your family!  Your partner and your children are also invited to take part in the reunion. However not all reunion activities are suitable for children.

INSEAD has organised a Children’s Camp so your children can have fun during the weekend, whist you and your partner enjoy the reunion.

A Children’s Camp will be available on Friday and Saturday on campus for children aged 3 to 12. Children will enjoy different activities (drawing, games,…).

The programme

The Children’s Camp is organised by Magma Top Fun Anim’. The Top Fun programme has been conceived and implemented in partnership with a team of educators to ensure the pedagogical value of the proposed activities, which also respect the natural rhythm of the child.

As you may know during Children’s Camp there will be many opportunities for your child to use paint, mud, sand and other “messy” things on the playground. Please dress your child in clothes that can get dirty and/or bring change of clothes. This will allow your child to experience the greatest amount of freedom in the activities available. Children may become reluctant to participate if they are concerned about getting their clothes dirty. Kindly encourage your child to wear closed toed shoes to the camp. Tennis shoes work best. We discourage sandals, “crocs” and flip-flops. They may cause slipping on the playground and they make it difficult to run & jump freely. 

The camp team

As required by law, the Top Fun staffing levels will be a minimum of 1 childcare provider per 8 children. The team will be composed of childcare providers, of which all are holders of a BAFA, BAFD as well as BSC1 diplomas.

The leadership team

The leadership of the team is provided by a Top Fun Anim Activities Manager, experienced in directing children’s activities. Qualifications of the manager include a BAFA (Brevet d’Aptitude aux Fonctions d’Animateur) and an AFPS (Attestation de Formation aux Premiers Secours). Insurance - Top Fun’s insurance coverage is provided by the insurance group RC Organisation for professional liability.

Friday 

Bring your children with you to the casual family barbecue on campus. There is no cost for children under 6.

Additional services available during the reunion

The family room

INSEAD is unable to provide childcare for children under the age of 3. If you attend the reunion with your little ones, be sure to visit the “family room” on campus (near the main reception on the lower gallery level). The playroom is designed for our youngest guests and offers a child-friendly environment (toys, cribs, etc.). While visiting the family room, children should be under the supervision of the parents.

Babysitter list

If you need a babysitter during the weekend, we can provide you with a list of babysitters, please contact us at secretariat.reunions@insead.edu. if you wish to receive a copy of this list.
Any arrangements are to be made directly with the babysitter. Parents and babysitters must deal directly with each other for all questions of scheduling, availability and payment.

Practical information

How to get to INSEAD?

Need a refresher on how to get to INSEAD. Click here to get directions to the campus.

Taxi reservations can be made directly through:

TFA – Taxis Fontainebleau Avon
Tel : +33 6 77 94 10 06
resa@taxi-resa.com

Please click here for an estimated fare

Welcome and registration

Registration will take place at the reunion welcome desks for each class. Your reunion coordinator will greet alumni and their partners with reunion badges. The registration desks will be open Friday afternoon and Saturday morning.

Dress code

The dress code will be business casual for the on campus events and the INSEAD Summer Ball will be black tie.

Computer access

Computers with online access and wifi access will be available for your use during the reunion weekend. For username and password, please ask your reunion coordinator or consult the reunion programme.

Footnote shop

The campus shop located in the bar area will be open during the weekend. Find all your INSEAD gear and the latest business publications here.

Alumni football, rugby and basketball matches with current students

All players must have personal liability insurance coverage to participate in the sport activities. INSEAD will not be held responsible and expressly disclaims any liability whatsoever for any claims and controversies that may arise from the event.

Childcare

Most reunion events are not suitable for younger children. A list of babysitters is available upon request (please contact us via this email address). All arrangements for childcare are to be organized between the alumni and the babysitter.  If you would like to bring your older children to the reunion, you can register them as an adult guest.  If you have any questions, please contact the secretariat.

Friday barbecue

Bring your family; children are welcome to attend (no cost for ages 0-5).

Photos

Group photos will be taken on Friday afternoon or Saturday at lunchtime. Please check the timing for your class on the programme section. These photos will be emailed to you after the reunion.

Coronavirus update

News reports have naturally raised questions and concerns from our community about whether the Alumni Reunion weekend will take place or be cancelled. INSEAD plans to proceed as scheduled. Please see our dedicated page for updates on this, and a message from Nida Januskis, Associate Dean of Advancement.

Making it happen
 

Get involved in the organisation of your reunion. Make a difference to this alumni reunion weekend.

INSEAD would like to thank our Leadership Reunion volunteers:

10 year-reunions - MBA'10J&D

Class of 2010J
Reunion Chair: Namrata Shergill
Social committee: Jeremie Danicourt, Advitya Dewan,Themis Gomes, Anoop Nebhnani, Andrea Ullmann, Ana Queipo 
Fund committee: Brenda Bermbach, Virginie Brun, Mike Davis, Mark Dembitz, Michael Jacobs, Sonya Hooja

Class of 2010D:
Reunion Co-Chair: Cecile Perrin, Bernardino Ricci, Diksha Kaur 
Fund committee: Laura Gavrila, Noriko Hanada, Bernardino Ricci

5 year-reunions - MBA'15J&D

Class of 2015J
Reunion Co-Chair: Jonathan Crisol, Haig Yapoudjian
Social committee: Zina Ajlouny, Katya Akulinicheva, Jack Halligan, Haanee Monem, Hasmita Nair,  Ana Clara Sabbag, Miki Tsutsumi, 
Fund committee: Mazumder Shayak
                                                                  

Class of 2015D
Reunion Co-Chair: Andreas Kater, Ofer Mehulal
Fund Committee: Kelly Edwards, Oleg Eremin, Laura Jassoy, Yiming Lu, Linh Luu, Gaur Saumya,            

Giving back
 

If you would like to learn more about the INSEAD Giving opportunities or to have more details about your own giving history, please contact Maryna or Rosie:

Classes of MBA'15J&D
Maryna Kumeda
Assistant Director, Advancement
Email: maryna.kumeda@insead.edu

Classes of MBA'10J&D
Rosie Moulder
Assistant Director, Advancement
Email: rosie.moulder@insead.edu

The below section will be updated later to access your reunion class gift page.

MBA'10J
MBA'10D
MBA'15J
MBA'15D

The Salamander awards
 

The INSEAD Alumni Fund (IAF), originally founded by Alumni more than 40 years ago, serves as a vital source of financial support for the School. We extend a warm thank you to all of you who have generously participated in the anniversary reunion appeals this year, your generosity enables INSEAD to preserve its place among the world’s best business schools. For more information about the IAF or should you wish to make a donation, please visit the IAF booth in the lobby.

INSEAD is delighted to recognise donors whose cumulative giving has reached specific levels:

     

Originally the insignia of the French king Francois I and later that of the town of Fontainebleau, this mythical creature representing the virtue of perseverance, was adopted as the symbol of the INSEAD Alumni Association. Since 1987, the Salamander awards have been representing INSEAD’s lasting gratitude to its donors. Salamander level donors are celebrated at alumni reunions and at INSEAD events around the world.

Closer to the event date, we will be proud to list below the names of the Salamander holders who will celebrate their reunion this weekend.

Networking tools
 

The INSEAD Private Equity & Venture Capital Conference - Friday 28/29 May 2020

INSEAD Private Market Club (ex-IPEC) hosts a number of events throughout the year which are geared towards students planning careers as:

General Partners in any aspect of private equity (venture capital, buyout, turnaround, real estate, mezzanine, or social venture capital)
Investors in private equity funds (pension funds, funds of funds or secondaries)
Advisers to private equity funds (placement agents, investment bankers, strategy consultants, auditors, lawyers)
Entrepreneurs or financial managers planning to raise capital from private equity sources.

The Annual INSEAD Private Equity & Venture Capital Conferences, in Fontainebleau and Asia, are Europe’s and Asia’s largest MBA student-run private equity events. The Conferences provide an exceptional forum for discussions of the latest industry developments and market conditions, as well as excellent networking opportunities. The INSEAD Private Equity & Venture Capital Conferences are distinguished by their professional and friendly campus atmosphere, with extended access to private equity practitioners and students.

For more information click here

To register click here

Frequently asked questions
 

• Can I register on the phone?
The registration section will be open in February 2020. (Reunion and summer ball tickets)
If you cannot access the registration website or have any questions, please contact us at secretariat.reunions@insead.edu.

• What's the cost of the weekend?
The Early bird reunion weekend on campus is 78 euros (including the welcome barbecue on Friday and the Saturday lunch)
The Early bird summer ball ticket at the Chateau is 294 euros (including stand-up dinner, drinks and champagne)

REUNION PRICING AND CANCELLATION POLICY
In order to provide you with quality service, INSEAD will apply the following refund policy:
- 50% refund until 19 April 2020 (included)
- 25% refund from 20 April to 24 May 2020 (registration closing)
- No refund possible after 24 May 2020
INSEAD reminds its customers that, in accordance with the provisions of article L. 132-2 of the French Monetary and Financial Code, an order or commitment to pay with a credit card or debit card cannot be reversed or modified. The payment may be cancelled only in the event of loss, theft, fraudulent use of the card (or the data related to its use), or of insolvency or bankruptcy of the recipient. In the event of a customer’s failure to comply with the above regulations, INSEAD reserves the right to initiate any necessary procedure in order to obtain damages.

• I have forgotten my login and password...
To reset your password: http://iforgot.insead.edu/ If you do not know your credentials please contact the 24/7 service desk at 5555-ITservicedesk@insead.edu stating your full name, programme and date of graduation.

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

• What's the format of the Saturday Lunch?
Back to old times at INSEAD, Sodexo, the caterer, will open the INSEAD restaurant. Children are welcome.

• What is the dress code on campus for the Reunion?
The dress code will be business casual for the on campus events and the INSEAD Summer Ball will be black tie.

• How can I find a babysitter?
A list of babysitters is available upon request - please contact us at secretariat.reunions@insead.edu

• 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.

As the COVID-19 crisis continues to escalate around the world, we at INSEAD consider the health and safety of our global community to be our greatest concern and highest priority. We would like to express our deepest solidarity with all those who are suffering the most from this international crisis.
 
To protect the wellbeing of students, faculty, staff, visitors and partners, we are implementing new measures in accordance with guidelines set by public health officials, governments and the World Health Organisation. Fortunately, a group of extremely dedicated people at INSEAD have been working around the clock to respond to the challenges posed by COVID-19.
 
Here is an update on our immediate plans and actions for the Europe Campus in Fontainebleau.

France – Europe Campus Closure: In compliance with French regulations, INSEAD will be closing its Europe Campus to students and visitors effective 16 March until further notice. Thus, INSEAD is ceasing all teaching and student-related events on the Europe campus for now.

Students and participants: Degree Programmes classes will begin transitioning to virtual instruction as of Monday. Our professors are fully up-to-speed on how to deliver courses online as we have been working with online learning delivery for some time. As such, we can swiftly put the necessary measures in place to ensure we can provide the best possible learning experience to students and participants while the campus closure is in effect. Classes on the Asia Campus will be held on-site as usual.

Staff: We are implementing teleworking as widely as possible for the staff in Fontainebleau. Please note that our Advancement team will continue to be available to you. Our plan is to work at our regular pace engaging with alumni virtually and continually updating you as we learn more about COVID-19. 

Events: All INSEAD events on the Europe Campus have been cancelled through 31 May.

As a result, the reunion weekend scheduled for 29-31 May will not take place as planned. We will be communicating early next week with the classes impacted, along with anyone who has already registered to attend the Summer Ball, to share more information.
Events beyond 31 May are currently under review. We will send an update on the status when we know more. 

Travel: Official travel for all staff and faculty is limited to essential travel. We also encourage all members of our community to keep their personal travel to a minimum.

We have launched a Facebook group to address urgent problems in our community. Together with the INSEAD Alumni Association (IAA) and the Project GreenCross team, we have created a closed Facebook group for the INSEAD community. We encourage you to join the group and use it to share problems (e.g.,“My country lacks the necessary medical supplies”) and possible solutions (e.g., “I’m the CEO of a company that can help”) related to the COVID-19 crisis.
 
The world is facing a crisis of tremendous proportions and we ask for your patience as we respond to this health crisis. We believe deeply in the strength of our community and know we will get through this together. Thank you for your flexibility, support and understanding. We will keep you updated as the situation develops.
 
Please feel free to review our FAQs in English and French and visit https://www.insead.edu/newsroom/covid-19-update for the latest information.

INSEAD Office of Advancement