On 13 June 2025, excitement and joy filled The Theatre at MediaCorp, as over 100 graduates, their loved ones, and the ESSEC community celebrated ESSEC Asia-Pacific Commencement Day 2025.

The ceremony opened with a speech by Vincenzo Vinzi, Dean and President of ESSEC.

“Let me also share with you what gives me hope: you.” With these words, he reminded the graduating class that in each of them lies the promise of a future shaped by purpose, tenacity, and vision.

We were honored to hear from guest speakers, including Chris Chong, Group President, South/Southeast Asia & Oceania at LVMH and ESSEC Executive Masters alumnus, and Arnaud Rubeck, President of the ESSEC Alumni Singapore Chapter. The speakers shared their insights and words of encouragement with our graduates — the newest members of the ESSEC alumni network.

The degree presentation by our Academic Directors followed, and the ceremony wrapped up with closing remarks from Reetika Gupta, Deputy Dean of ESSEC APAC. To conclude the afternoon, guests enjoyed a reception with canapés, live food stations, and a special cupcake display to celebrate ESSEC APAC’s 20th anniversary.

Let’s hear what some of the attendees have to say:

“As I reflect on our recent graduation ceremony, the memories of that special day continue to fill me with warmth and gratitude. The speeches, celebrations, and heartfelt moments shared among friends, family, and faculty truly captured the culmination of our hard work and dedication.”

– Qinlu Yu, MMD Student

“Everything was thoughtfully planned and seamlessly executed, creating a memorable and meaningful experience for our graduates, their families, and the entire ESSEC community. Congratulations to everyone involved for a job very well done.”

– Christina Ketheesan, Assistant Director, Finance, ESSEC APAC

“(Mother of MMD student) told me that the graduation ceremony went above and beyond anything she ever expected. Well done!”

– Sonja Prokopec, Associate Dean of Faculty, ESSEC APAC

More than just a ceremony, Commencement Day marked a powerful rite of passage – one that propels our graduates toward greater heights. We look forward to our graduates’ future contributions!