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C A M P U S U P D AT E : L O N D O N STUDENT LIFE: LONDON CAMPUS situations have helped Philippe to create an influential leadership legacy and a strong international reputation. Talking to postgraduate students about leading change and new thinking, he said, “You need to fuel your engine with new ideas, new thinking…the great thing about McKinsey is I meet a lot of young people. Very bright, probably much brighter than I am, very efficient young people. So this is something that fuels you. A lot.” Phil Walker, COO, Capgemeni, talks consulting Store Wars—The Changing Face of Retail talk Inspired Speaker Series events at Hult London: Phil Walker, Chief Operating Officer of Capgemini, the blue chip global consulting business, recently addressed postgraduate students at Hult London. It was an extremely informative and engaging evening, as students listened intently to Phil talk about the changing nature of work, and provide insights into why consulting will become even more important in the future. Store Wars—The Changing Face of Retail event Around 100 guests recently attended the Store Wars—The Changing Face of Retail event at Hult House. The event was presented by the Inspired Leaders Network, in partnership with Hult International Business School, and welcomed senior influencers from the world of retail, including Alan Giles, Former CEO of HMV Group PLC; Rebecca Singleton, Marketing Director at Morrisons; Chris Brady, Professor at Salford Business School; and Richard Cope, Senior Trends Consultant at Mintel. The event was opened by Chris Holmes, COO, Hult International Business School, and chaired by eminent broadcaster and entrepreneur René Carayol. The panelists delivered passionate insights and strong views on the topic of retailers facing tough challenges, and the decline of the high street. The event was an outstanding learning experience for both our students and invited corporate guests. Philippe Maso, former CEO of AXA Insurance U.K., visits Hult Hult London’s postgraduate campus recently welcomed Philippe Maso, former CEO of AXA Insurance U.K. A key figure in building the AXA Group for 15 years, culminating with two years as CEO of AXA Insurance U.K., his adaptability, flexibility, and ability to effortlessly resolve complex Philippe Maso in conversation with René Carayol hult.edu | 7