IESE Spotlights

In this episode of IESE Spotlight, Devyangana and Nicolas sit down with Renda Putri, whose journey spans Indonesia, Singapore, the UK and now Barcelona. Renda shares her experience transitioning from a tech scale-up in London to transforming her family business during the global pandemic. We explore the realities of navigating a rigorous MBA while stepping into motherhood, the discipline required to juggle multiple high-stakes roles and why growth often requires taking the leap before you have everything figured out

In this episode of IESE Spotlight, Nicolas and Devyangana sit down with Professor Mike Rosenberg to navigate the complexities of our turbulent world. Drawing from his experience at IESE, Professor Rosenberg explains why geopolitical literacy is no longer optional for leaders and how students can act as facilitators in sensitive classroom debates. We also explore how to navigate your career by finding your North, the pragmatic reality of environmental sustainability, and how to stay grounded when the world changes unexpectedly.

In this episode of IESE Spotlight, Nicolas and Devyangana sit down with Mariana Tasso, President of the Women in Business Club and former consultant from Brazil. Mariana pulls back the curtain on the "invisible growth" of the MBA, the transition from being driven by rigid structure and perfectionism to building genuine self-confidence and internal clarity. We discuss her professional pivot toward international tech, the lessons learned leading one of IESE’s most active communities, and why sometimes the most transformative moments are the ones that aren't on your calendar.

In this episode of IESE Spotlight, Devyangana and Nicolas sit down with Sindhu, President of the IESE Tech Club and former Amazon intern. Moving from a background in social impact to the world of big tech, Sindhu shares how she navigated a major career pivot while staying grounded through uncertainty. We dive into the complexities of managing an MBA alongside a partner, the importance of mental well-being in high-pressure environments, and the search for "tech with purpose."

Simon Spector joins IESE Spotlight for a candid look at the intersections of identity and leadership. We explore the nuances of finding community within Jewish and LGBTQ circles and how these experiences build bridges toward a unique approach to entrepreneurship. Beyond the business plans, Simon discusses the "risk" of showing up as an ally and why he views the MBA experience as a vital training ground for facilitating global conversations.

In this episode, hosts Devyangana and Nicolas sit down with Khanya Modipa to explore her journey from South Africa to the U.S. and now IESE. She opens up about navigating layoffs, challenging expectations and choosing an MBA to rewrite her own path.

This conversation is one about agency, representation and finding clarity in uncertainty. We recommend listening if you've ever dreamed of more but didn’t know where to begin.

In this first episode of Season 4 of IESE Spotlight, hosts Devyangana and Nicolas sit down with Federico Alatorre — entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and Co-President of the IESE Startup & Entrepreneurship Club.

Together, they explore what it truly means to find yourself before, during, and after an MBA. From building startups and navigating failure to managing doubt and imposter syndrome, Fede offers honest reflections on growth, balance, and the lessons that shape both founders and future leaders.

A conversation about purpose, resilience, and the power of self-discovery — at IESE and beyond.

IESE Spotlights is back for Season 3, with your new hosts, Amir Amin & Taylor Robins.

The hosts may be new, but the goal is the same: highlighting the personal and professional journeys of the incredibly diverse and successful community at IESE. 

In this episode, we sat down with IESE Alum and Senior Lecturer of Entrepreneurship, Luis Cabiedes. Listen in as we discuss Luis' entrepreneurial adventures throughout his career, as well as his advice for the next generation of entrepreneurs.   

Two standout members of the IESE MBA Class of '23, Stephie & Ovidio, were a delight to have on the podcast. In this episode, we discuss the incredible journeys that led them to IESE, their experiences in 1st year vs. 2nd year, and their active participation in giving back to the IESE community. 

In this episode, we invited three incredible members of one of the most critical support groups at IESE, the Partners. Listen in as Coni Amigo, Margaux de Wet, and Rafa Montinola speak about their experiences (both the ups and the downs!) at IESE as partners of current students.