Jose Caceres Blundi
“Entrepreneurial leader with over 16 years of global experience in the energy and digital industrial sectors. Proven track record in translating R&D into commercial success, with deep expertise in innovation, engineering, IP, strategic partnerships, ventures, and M&A. Holds an M.Sc. in Electromechanical Engineering, an Executive MBA from HEC Paris, and a Law credential from Harvard”
Graduation Year: HEC Paris Class of 2024
Current Role: GE Vernova / New Ventures Leader & Co-Founder of Secured Therapeutics
Why did you decide to pursue an Executive MBA?
Learn to re-learn. I also wanted to meet people like me who were also willing to go out of their comfort zone to do so.
What lead you to the HEC Paris EMBA, and how did you know this school and this program was the right fit for you?
The school’s entrepreneurial spirit, ‘the more you know, the more you dare’. Plus, central Paris easily accessible by train. I also made my decision by looking at the university’s brand and ranking
Which track did you join?
March 2023, because it was held in Paris and scheduled over the weekends, twice a month.
How did you balance the demands of work, family, and the program while studying?
I pre-negotiated with my family to make sure to set expectations.
How did you customize your learning experience?
I fully maximized the opportunities the program offered. Within the limits of my schedule, I took every course I could.
What’s a standout memory from your time at HEC Paris?
The change (or not) in people from day one to the last day.
What are some of the biggest takeaways you gained from the experience?
Finance knowledge, academic references. I also pursued the Driving Excellence in Healthcare specialization which really stuck with me.
How has the program helped you grow personally or professionally since graduating?
It primarily helped me personally by acknowledging my newfound capabilities to do things I would have previously thought impossible or lacked the legitimacy to pursue.
What advice would you share with someone thinking about pursuing an Executive MBA?
Don’t do it for the salary or entitlement of the title. Do it for yourself!
© Copyright 2026 Poets & Quants. All rights reserved. This article may not be republished, rewritten or otherwise distributed without written permission. To reprint or license this article or any content from Poets & Quants, please submit your request HERE.
