With an engineering background and a long-standing interest in business, Francesco Guarino, HEC Paris Executive MBA Class of 2025, shares how the Executive MBA helped him broaden his perspective and connect different areas of his professional experience. Francesco first experienced HEC Paris through a leadership class at the Doha campus. As he looked to deepen his understanding of the business side of his industry, the Executive MBA gave him the opportunity to step back, build new knowledge and see how different parts of a business connect. In this alumni story, he reflects on how the Program helped him connect the dots between his technical background, professional experience and business ambitions. For Francesco, the experience has been about developing a broader view and understanding the bigger picture behind the decisions and challenges leaders face. Hear more alumni stories and discover the Executive MBA and other Programs at HEC Paris, Doha.