Stanford Executive Program Participants

Stanford Executive Program: Be a Leader Who Matters

Participant Profile

The Stanford Executive Program embraces diversity holistically — bringing together global participants to share unique experiences, perspectives, and opinions.

For entrepreneurs and corporate executives, for leaders looking to advance, evolve, or uncover ‘what’s next,’ the Stanford Executive Program is a forward-thinking, forward-moving executive education experience. We curate diverse groups of global executive leaders that harness the educational and inspirational power of shared knowledge, cross-industry insight, and life experience.

Voices of SEP Participants

Hear from our Stanford Executive Program (SEP) Alumni about their journey, unique experiences and how this educational program helps them achieve personal and professional goals.

Photos by Dan Lao
What an amazing opportunity to make a difference by bringing what I’ve learned about video games into education.
Deirdre Quarnstrom
SEP ’18
David Burke
Stanford is about always thinking big.
David Burke
SEP ’19
Annabelle Williams, SEP ’19
One in five people have a diagnosed disability, but everyone has something they struggle with.
Annabelle Williams
SEP ’19
Warrick Chu, SEP ’19. Photo credit: Elena Zhukova
You have to find the perfect balance of the quantitative brain and the passionate heart.
Warrick Chu
SEP ’19
Xiaorong (Hazel) Hu, SEP ’19. Credit: Elena Zhukova
I think for any entrepreneur, there’s a risk in being overconfident in your own decisions. That’s something I want to improve.
Xiaorong (Hazel) Hu
SEP ’19
Rachel Taulelei. Credit: Kate MacPherson and Chocolate Dog Photography
The wellness of our people is at the heart of everything we do.
Rachel Taulelei
SEP ’18
Shainoor Khoja, SEP ’16. Credit: Studio360 Dubai
When you think about a marginalized individual or a child, they don’t just need food that’s nutritious, or clothes, or education, or healthcare. They need it all.
Shainoor Khoja
SEP ’16
Erik Janssen. Credit: Courtesy of Erik Janssen
I believe there’s power in connecting and learning from others.
Erik Janssen
SEP ’18
Oscar Stege Unger, SEP ’18. Credit: Courtesy of Oscar Stege Unger.
Groundbreaking research is done by people who have freedom to pursue their craziest ideas...We really focus on that.
Oscar Stege Unger
SEP ’18
Supachai “Kid” Parchariyanon, SEP ’18. Credit: Courtesy of Supachai Parchariyanon
It keeps me fit to change the world.
Supachai “Kid” Parchariyanon
SEP ’18
Rodrigo Tostes, SEP ’18. Credit: Kiefer Hickman
I’m the guy that takes jobs that others do not want.
Rodrigo Tostes
SEP ’18
David Downs, SEP ’15. Credit: Courtesy of David Downs
Reframing the situation and putting yourself in control — that’s brain elasticity at work.
David Downs
SEP ’15
Ramiro Cormenzana, SEP ’17. Credit: ToniBird Photography
I’ve learned that leaders must recognize that they are not the most important people in the company.
Ramiro Cormenzana
SEP ’17
Tricia Smith, SEP ’17. Credit: ToniBird Photography
As a young woman, I wouldn’t have anticipated the scale of my future leadership roles.
Tricia Smith
SEP ’17

Hear from Past Participants

SEP Transformation: Tami Erwin
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Tami Erwin

SVP and Group President, Verizon

Hear Tami Erwin discuss how attending SEP was the best investment she’s made — both personally and professionally.

SEP Transformation: Steve Astle, FICO
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Steve Astle

Vice President, Corporate Marketing, FICO

Hear Steve Astle discuss key insights from his experience at SEP which have helped him impact his organization.

Participant Spotlight Stories

Contact

Angela Thomas, Director, Stanford Executive Program
Angela Thomas
Director, Stanford Executive Program Executive Education
+1 (650) 723-3341