ESCP Business School (Berlin Campus)

Read more below about Jan-Owe, an ESCP alumnus who shared his journey from studying industrial engineering at TU Dortmund to working as a senior consultant at Capgemini Invent. With a strong interest in technology-enabled sustainability and experience across various industries, Jan-Owe discusses how ESCP’s master's programme helped shape his career path. He also offers insights into the dynamic international experience of studying in Berlin and Paris.

https://escp.eu/news/meet-our-alumni-jan-owe-linden-master-sustainability-entrepreneurship-and-innovation

As part of this programme, Oliver West participated in the Sustainable Lifestyles Venture (SLV) project. This year-long mandatory module challenges students to create profitable business ventures that also drive significant environmental impact, bridging the gap between entrepreneurial spirit and sustainable impact.

In this interview below, Oliver shares his experiences working on the SLV project, where his team focused on the domestic energy industry. From conducting comprehensive research across the industry to pivoting their business model under tight deadlines, he reflects on the challenges and skills developed throughout the process. Oliver’s journey highlights how this unique programme equips students with the tools to innovate for a more sustainable future.


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Meet Jeanne Duprez, an alumna of ESCP’s MSEI programme. Originally from France, Jeanne's academic journey took her to the Netherlands, where she pursued hospitality management before her interest evolved towards sustainability. Since graduating from ESCP in 2022, Jeanne has been on a mission to help businesses shift toward more sustainable practices. Currently working at Leroy Merlin, she is developing strategies to support the circular economy within a century-old company.

https://escp.eu/news/meet-our-alumni-jeanne-duprez-master-sustainability-entrepreneurship-and-innovation

We spoke to Leopoldo Angelini, a passionate entrepreneur and a 2023 graduate of the Master in Sustainability Entrepreneurship and Innovation (MSEI). With a background shaped by an entrepreneurial upbringing, Leo has channeled his innovative mindset into creating Menumal, a cutting-edge digital menu software startup. Through the MSEI programme and his real-world experiences, he gained valuable insights into sustainability and entrepreneurship, which have been important in refining his vision and driving his venture forward.

https://escp.eu/news/meet-our-alumni-leopoldo-angelini-master-sustainability-entrepreneurship-innovation

Yacine is a current student in the MSc in Sustainability Entrepreneurship and Innovation, finishing up his second and final year in the programme. Yacine recently won the prestigious Dean’s Award, an honor given to top ESCP students for their exemplary achievements and commitment to the wider school community. In this interview, Yacine shares insights on his motivation to pursue this degree programme, experiences with the hands-on projects, and what he hopes for in the future.

https://escp.eu/news/meet-our-students-yacine-cherraoui

From the fashion industry to the field of sustainability, Marei von Goetz’s journey marks a meaningful change in purpose. Having seen firsthand the environmental impact of fashion, she chose the MSc in International Sustainability Management (2017–2019) to align her career with her values. Today, at Save the Children, Marei uses the knowledge and global mindset gained at ESCP to advance corporate responsibility and champion children’s rights worldwide.

https://escp.eu/news/meet-our-alumni-marei-von-goetz-master-international-sustainability-management

Jingran Zhang’s journey from linguistics to fintech illustrates the transformative power of a strategic specialised master’s degree, cross-disciplinary ambition, and curiosity. After her bachelor degree in French, she launched an e-commerce venture in China, and then joined the Master in Strategy and Digital Business to formalise her business knowledge and pivot into tech. Five years later, she’s a product manager in enterprise tokenization at a Berlin-based fintech firm, applying the strategic, technical, and cross-cultural skills gained during her studies.

https://escp.eu/news/meet-our-alumni-jingran-zhang-master-strategy-and-digital-business-msc

Amit joined ESCP in 2018 with a clear entrepreneurial track record—he had already founded and run a solar venture after completing an engineering Bachelor degree. Looking to add a unique dimension to his profile, he started the Master in Strategy and Digital Business (MSDB) to gain structured business training, global management insights, and exposure to a European entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Five years after graduating, Amit continues to bridge sustainability impact with entrepreneurship in his work as an Incubation Manager at Niterra Ventures, where he helps build new ventures in the energy and mobility sectors and evaluates startups for strategic investment. Read on to learn more about what motivated him to join the MSDB, and what his path has looked like since graduation.

https://escp.eu/news/meet-our-alumni-amit-kumar-master-strategy-and-digital-business-msc

With a bachelor in international business and a growing passion for consulting, Hendrik Gembus joined ESCP’s Master in Strategy and Digital Business to sharpen his strategic mindset and digital expertise. After two transformative years, what stood out to him most were the industry-led courses and the opportunity to collaborate across diverse cultures and connect with the wider ESCP community.

Today Hendrik is helping drive innovation in the energy and water supply sector where he supports clients with digital transformation, AI use cases, and process optimisation — and credits the programme’s international scope, industry-driven curriculum, and collaborative spirit for shaping his journey.

https://escp.eu/news/meet-our-alumni-hendrik-gembus-master-strategy-and-digital-business

After a valuable year working as a strategy consultant, Megan Schenk, a Master in Strategy and Digital Business graduate, felt a strong pull towards entrepreneurship. Determined to follow her instincts, she transitioned to co-founding her own hospitality venture.

With a background in business administration and experience consulting for startups, Megan joined the MSDB to gain international exposure and strengthen her expertise in digital innovation. Today, she is bringing together her interests in strategy, tech, and design to rethink how remote professionals and modern travelers experience work and leisure. Read more about what led Megan to ESCP, her time in consulting, and how these experiences have shaped her purpose-driven career path.

https://escp.eu/news/meet-our-alumni-megan-schenk-master-strategy-and-digital-business-msc

Valeria Sklyarova, an alumna from the MSc in International Sales Management has built an impressive career in sales and revenue growth since graduating in 2019. Originally from Russia, she began her career in luxury hospitality and found herself wanting to continue growing professionally. With a strong curiosity for sales, she joined ESCP to deepen her expertise in negotiation, pricing, and strategy. Today, she works in Sales Development & Revenue Growth at Kellanova, overseeing Pringles and Kellogg’s brands for the DACH region. In this interview, Valeria shares her experience at ESCP, the impact of the MISM programme on her career, and insights into the dynamic world of sales.

https://escp.eu/news/meet-our-alumni-valeria-sklyarova-sales-40-master-international-sales-management