In the last two years, there was only one applicant for president, which is quite disappointing for everyone who loves exciting discussions and fights. My biggest question atm is, if I will be the only applicant or if there is another person, maybe even two, brave enough to apply for the 36th president of ESTIEM. 

Hey ESTIEMers,

my name is Jonathan, I am from LG Kaiserslautern in Germany and currently I am visiting nearly all LGs by bike (Europe by Bike 25). The last year was very hard for me like the years before, but this time ESTIEM didn’t make it easier. I made the experience that also ESTIEM can be a cause of mental pressure and suffer. I am the leader of the Mental Health and well-being program of ESTIEM, so I should receive all innovations regarding this topic at first. We do our best, but we are only one part of SERC and SERC is only one small part of ESTIEM. Besides friendship, great empathy and many offers to help I also encountered the mentality “You’re either strong enough for ESTIEM or you drop out“. Maybe this mentality has worked in the past, but times are changing. We are currently facing a war in Europe, most of us for the first time in their life. Peace, democracy, and unity became far idols in a world of uncertainty, violance and hate. We as the biggest network of IEM students in Europe, we should think less like entreupreneurs and start acting like humans with responsibility. We have the chance to unite students from all parts of Europe and give them a promising perspective for the future. ESTIEM is the best example how international collaboration and communication can work peacefully and worthwhile for everyone. It’s time to get closer to each other within our network and include more people instead of having strong competition. 

These are my goals for my mandate:

• Transparency The 35th Board has already made a great contribution to increase the transparency and I would like to continue on this path. We are a democratic community, which means that every member has the right to find out about internal procedures, rules and decision-making processes.
• Valuation Every active member should feel that their work has a purpose and makes a valuable contribution to something bigger. This includes an open error culture and support in tough situations. Rules and responsibility should always feel good, never oppressive.
• Well-being ESTIEM does not have a safety or a health problem. But like everywhere else, there are misunderstandings at events and people who do not respect the boundaries of others. This needs to be talked about so that the burden is lifted from those people affected. The same goes for mental health issues. We are all good at offering help, and now we need to become good at accepting help for ourselves.
• Sustainability Alongside adaptation and innovation, knowledge management plays a major role in sustainability. In the past, there have been many ideas that were not immediately put into practice and forgotten. Sustainability means finding the best solutions from all available resources and sometimes it is worth looking back.
• Equity All ESTIEMers have equal rights and equal opportunities and still some groups have more difficulties than others. I want to empower people so that everyone can exercise their rights and opportunities equally and give silent people a voice.
• Support of LGs Local Groups are the core of our network and therefore the activity and development of LGs has top priority. It is an illusion that we can reach everyone in our network. But the aim should be that interested people from the LGs who have not yet had any contact with Central ESTIEM can also reach us.
• Partnerships A network thrives on interaction with each other, but also on open exchange with partner organizations. I myself particularly enjoy events with external participants, where I get to know new traditions and perspectives. We also benefit greatly from long-term collaborations with the EU and companies, which need to be maintained and expanded.

The position of the president is where all these topics get connected and where a new direction can be taken. I have done nearly everything in ESTIEM except Central leadership. I have applied for leadership positions in the past but was not chosen. Why am I still applying? Because it feels right. Luckily I have plenty of time this year, but this is not the main reason. You should not apply for a position only because you have time. You should apply because you think it is the right time.

ESTIEM is my Love and my Life and my greatest wish for the next years is to see us, the leadership generation of tomorrow, having a positive impact on this crazy world. That’s why I apply to become the 36th president of ESTIEM. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me on the platform of your choice.

Take care and see you in Calabria,
Jonathan Püttmann

I kept finding myself constantly thinking about my future. I never really knew what I wanted to do with my life, but there was always one thing I was sure of: I wanted to support the people around me and aim as high as I could. When I joined ESTIEM, I saw that it was the perfect place to pursue those goals and that made me even more determined to approach my choices with intention and clarity. I never used to go for things I didn’t feel ready for, but now, as my motivation kept growing and growing, I found myself thinking, “Hey, I am brave enough!”

My name is Alexandru Tanco, an enthusiastic 21 year old student from LG Targu Mures, and I’m excited to share with you my candidacy for President of the 36th Board of ESTIEM.

My journey with ESTIEM started back in 2022, when a friend encouraged me to get involved in the organisation. At first, I wasn’t really drawn to the international side of things. I simply wanted to make a difference locally. In 2023, when the new local board was being formed, one position remained open: Human Resources Responsible. Encouraged by my friends, who knew I wanted to get more involved, and driven by my own wish to create impact, I decided to step up and apply. After learning everything I needed in that role, I went on to apply for the position of Vice President of my local group; and was accepted. My involvement on ESTIEM Central started with the previous Council Meeting. Although I had already attended some international events, that CM was the one that really gave me the chance to step into a broader perspective. I started off as Membership Process Responsible, which turned out to be the perfect entry point into Central work. Later on, I was elected Leader of the Members Committee, a bold move, but one I truly wanted to take because of my passion for contributing. Even though this path developed quite quickly for me, I’ve never felt more ready for the steps I’ve taken.

This journey has been full of lessons. Some I’ve already learned. Others are still unfolding. Over the past few years, I’ve learned to make thoughtful decisions and adapt to any situation, even when it meant stepping far outside my comfort zone. That mindset helped me navigate complex challenges efficiently, always with a fast-learning approach. At the same time, I’ve significantly expanded that comfort zone, which has allowed me to quickly understand and handle a wide range of challenges, whether they involved soft skills or hard skills. What defines my leadership style is a strategic mindset. I stay ambitious, but I value listening just as much. I care about collaboration. I believe true leadership isn’t only about pushing forward. It’s also about knowing when to pause, adapt, and grow with the people around you.

Throughout my journey in ESTIEM, I’ve always believed in leading with intention, staying grounded in the values that shaped both my growth and my LG’s evolution. Now, as I take this step forward and present my candidacy for President of the 36th Board, I do so with a clear purpose and a set of goals that reflect both who I am and what I believe ESTIEM can become. Here’s what I want to focus on:

Support local groups at every stage of their journey: from those striving to maintain their membership status to those aiming to grow from Guest or Observer to full Member. While this is a core responsibility of the Members Committee, it’s also a mission that has inspired me from the very beginning. Local groups are at the heart of ESTIEM, and I want to continue standing by them.

Ensure transparency in decision-making: because members should never be left in the dark about choices that impact the direction of the organisation. Clear communication builds trust, and I believe every major decision should be shared openly and explained honestly.

Keep the Board active, engaged, and human: even in the face of challenges. I’m aware of how demanding Central positions can be, and I want to make sure that pressure never distances us from the people we serve. We are, first and foremost, a student organisation made for students. A healthy and supportive Board is essential for long-term success.

Continuously improve our materials, platforms, and structure: not just for the sake of efficiency, but to truly empower those who work with them. Solid resources and tools are the backbone of our development and impact across ESTIEM.

Build on existing projects while encouraging innovation: combining what already works with fresh ideas that can take ESTIEM to the next level. Whether it’s offering students a chance to explore Europe or to grow through soft skill development, all of this is only possible because of the strong internal foundation we’ve built. And I want to keep strengthening it.

Revive student engagement and interest in ESTIEM: I’ve noticed a steady decline in involvement lately, with several LGs facing challenges or even exclusion as a result. I believe this is a growing concern, and I want to actively work on reversing this trend. While I understand that external factors may play a role, I’m committed to finding and implementing concrete solutions that can re-ignite motivation and help us rebuild strong, vibrant local groups.

I was talking with alumni members from my LG, and one thing really stuck with me: our LG struggled a lot just to be able to attend international events, simply because it was forbidden. Our university believed it would be a serious issue if something happened to a student while abroad. That was the situation, until the CM in Belgrade. That’s when someone had the courage to go against the university’s decision. Fully aware of the risks, they chose to go anyway. That moment sparked a real change; from then on, our LG decided to take part in events by choice, not by pressure or obligation. And that’s exactly why I feel such a strong responsibility not to let down the people who fought, stood up, and made it possible for us to be where we are today.

Right now, I feel more than ready to take this step. I truly believe I can make a difference. That’s why I made all the choices that brought me to this point. And I know I’m making the right decision by continuing on this path. That’s why I’m running for this position.

If you have any questions or need any clarification, feel free to reach out to me by email (alexandru.tanco@estiem.org) or on WhatsApp (+40 771 504 831).

I hope to see you all soon — in Calabria or at other upcoming events!

In high ESTIEM,
Alexandru Tanco.

What is something that is stuck in your mind and always reminds you of ESTIEM?

For me, it’s three things: “Kiitos” – Thank you in Finnish and stuck with me ever since my exchange semester in Tampere; “Say it again in once sentence” – A funny memory of Training New Trainers Sofia and something you practise a lot when becoming a Trainer;  “Come on” – Fran’s favourite sentence. These three sentences are something I always think of, when looking at my past years. They represent some of the most important highlights in my ESTIEM journey. From joining Local Group Tampere and getting more involved in ESTIEM, to becoming a Trainer and now a Leader. 

Dear ESTIEMers,

My name is Tom Louis Landgraf and it is my greatest honour to present to you my application for the Vice President of Administration of the 36th Board of ESTIEM.

I became a member of Local Group Berlin in 2022, where I was actively involved in the planning and coordination of various events. A year later, during my exchange semester, I joined Local Group Tampere, which sparked my interest in ESTIEM even more and ultimately led me to become a Data Analyst in ESTIEM. In the Analysis Committee, I started to learn how ESTIEM works, while being involved in projects with multiple entities. This led me to apply for the position of the Analysis Committee Leader, my current position.

Throughout my time in various roles, I gained valuable experience in team coordination, time management and inspiring others to stay motivated and committed to their tasks. My experience  as a Trainer has especially improved my adaptability and skills in facilitating. As a Leader I had the opportunity to take part in several strategic events, such as College, Leaders Forum or N.E.R.D. Coordination Meeting. During these events I got to know the network even better and discovered my passion for shaping and developing also the strategic part of ESTIEM.

During my mandate, if elected, I am excited to focus on and work towards achieving these key objectives:

• Development of sustainable Council Meetings:
  • Collecting more detailed feedback from participants
  • Improving the concept of Parallel Sessions

• Improving the communication in the network 
  • Working on best practices documents as a supporting guideline for different posts on Elium
  • Giving trainings on effective communication
• Continue improving the GDPR compliance
  • NDAs for team members and Leaders in the entities Information Technology Committee, Analysis Committee and Knowledge Management Committee
  • Trainings for Leaders in Central and Local Group
• Support the development of a sustainable IT infrastructure

• Enhance the professional offers as ESTIEM

Looking forward to seeing you in Calabria! In case you have any questions, ideas or want to hear more about my goals you can contact me here: tom.louis.landgraf@estiem.org

In high ESTIEM,
Tom Louis Landgraf

ESTIEMers, on the count of 1, 2, 3… Climb, climb up Sunshine Mountain! 

About a year ago, I wrote my application for Financial Controller and now, I am writing for a new chapter of my life with even more excitement and stronger belief in my heart! Reflecting on all that ESTIEM has given me fills me with gratitude and brings the biggest smile to my face. It has been where I have grown the most, made some of my closest friends, and created beautiful, everlasting memories. That is why taking on the responsibility for our finances feels like so much more than just a role; it feels like giving back something special.

Therefore, I am pleased to announce that I am applying for Vice President of Finance of the 36th Board of ESTIEM! 

Before elaborating on my plans and goals, I would like to briefly introduce myself along with a short ESTIEM journey so far. I am İnci Yerebasmaz, a 22-year-old Industrial Engineering student from Local Group Ankara-METU. My ESTIEM journey began back in November 2021, when I joined as a freshman looking for a place to develop and find myself, and I found that place in ESTIEM!

My journey began when I  was organizing the Mediterranean ReCoM in which I actively participated. This experience got my attention towards Central ESTIEM hence with enormous motivation I took part in the Social Environmental Responsibility Committee CoM’22.  From organizing events like SERC: Awaken the Green in You, TIMES LQs, and exchanges with LGs Grenoble and Gothenburg, Europe3D Turkey, Lean Six Sigma Local Course ( for the first time in my LG), Winter Academy, countless local trainings and local events, to serving as VP of Administration and eventually Local Responsible, I’ve had the chance to lead, collaborate and had amazing experience. Representing my LG as a delegate at CMs in Budapest and Aveiro (and being honored as a Local Hero) reinforced my belief in the value of active contribution.

Each experience did teach me something: to lead with compassion, work interculturally, and stay adaptable in constantly changing environments. ESTIEM College in Zagreb taught me another strategic sense, while active engagement in the SERC further submerged me with Central ESTIEM. Working at SERC, participating in strategic events gave me more of an understanding of how ESTIEM functions beyond the local sphere that had increased my motivation to contribute to the development of ESTIEM. Overall, ESTIEM pushed me out of my comfort zone, I became more confident, and established a sense of purpose based on impact and belonging.

After everything that I had experienced, I wanted to become a Financial Controller because if you want to get to know an organization, you should understand how its finances operate. Since August, I’ve been working as one of the Financial Controllers, ensuring our finances are in order, transparent, and compliant. Besides auditing, we also worked towards raising awareness of finance by attending regional chats and  holding ESTIEM Finance Sessions to make finance more visible and accessible in the network. One of the highlights of this journey was attending the Finance Summits. I discovered enthusiast minds, interesting discussions, and a sense of belonging during Finance Summits. Now, I’m ready for the next step. As Financial Controller, I audited the budget; as Vice President of Finance, I want to shape it which is sustainable, ambitious, and helps ESTIEM truly Aim High.

I am very excited to focus on the financial side of ESTIEM because I understand that financial sustainability is essential to our continued growth. However, beyond the mere financial aspects, I want to preoccupy myself with what I believe to be the core strength of ESTIEM which are our Local Groups and people – with the knowledge and experience I have gained, I want to help and empower our LRs, boards and members – help them thrive like I did. These motivations have influenced me in terms of the goals I would try to achieve during my mandate:

• Increasing financial knowledge in ESTIEM so we can provide more transparency and accessibility to all ESTIEMers.

• Increasing the number of institutions providing CR income in cooperation with the VP of Education to increase educational networks and sources of income.

• Strengthening Corporate Relations by developing an Alumni CR Database to explore new partnerships that bring value to ESTIEMers- not only in terms of finances but also by creating internship and job opportunities.

• Diversifying income, although grants currently represent our largest source of income, there is a need for us to be less dependent on them in the future; therefore, I would like to create a more predictable and diverse income structure for ESTIEM, and hence a more financially sustainable organisation.

• Bridging the gap between Local Groups and ESTIEM, possibly by highlighting ESTIEM opportunities and subsidising Active members’ travel. All of this will help to develop closer ties within the network and develop internal growth. 

Let’s climb, climb up Sunshine Mountain-together. If you have any further questions, suggestions regarding my application, please feel free to contact me via email (inci.yerebasmaz@estiem.org).

In High ESTIEM,

İnci Yerebasmaz

I still remember that night, the bus ride to Xanthi, sometime around 1 a.m. Most people were asleep, and I sat by the window, wide awake. My heart was beating fast. I was 849 kilometers away from my comfort zone. I was alone, heading to my first international ESTIEM event – the Public Relations Committee Coordination Meeting. That same bus ride that took me away from my comfort zone was leading me to a new one. Over time, ESTIEM transformed from an unknown student network into a place where I felt seen, challenged, and inspired. 

Throughout this experience, ESTIEM also taught me to go beyond what feels safe and to always aim higher. Now, in this incredible journey, I’m once again stepping out of my comfort zone – this time, by taking a big step forward. 

Dear ESTIEMers,

My name is Doğa Güneri, I am from Local Group Ankara-METU, and it is my greatest honour to present to you my application for Vice President of Public Relations of the 36th Board of ESTIEM. 

My ESTIEM journey started in October 2022. After one month I joined ESTIEM, I jumped in to work on the Public Relations Committee as a Social Media Manager. Unlike most ESTIEMers, my first international event was not an exchange, it was PRC CoM, and I was already too excited to work in the PR field in ESTIEM. I was doing the thing that I love to do for the past 6 years in my life – creating content. 

After PRC CoM, I wondered about being a leader in ESTIEM, and I attended the Training Next Leaders event. After one exchange, I was quite motivated to apply to my first Council Meeting, and I got selected as a content creator for the first time. During CM Porto, I created and managed more than 100 Instagram stories and got elected as the Central ESTIEMer of the Year. After CM Porto, I was elected as Vice President of Public Relations in my Local Group and organized 3 local and 3 international events with my Local Board during my mandate. I was the project leader of the Winter Academy Sapanca, which was awarded the best Personal Development Department event of the year in CM Aveiro. 

During my Local Board year, I experienced new positions in Central ESTIEM such as Approaching Responsible at the Members Committee, Branding Responsible, and PR Trainers Coordinator at the Public Relations Committee. I attended ESTIEM College Zagreb 2024, and I’ve learned a lot about the strategic part of ESTIEM. College made me curious about the external relations of ESTIEM after seeing how valuable the insights that other NGO ambassadors provided were. After representing ESTIEM in one external event, I applied for the ambassador position in ESTIEM and got elected. I am the current ambassador of ESTIEM.

During the past two and a half years, I worked in PRC for 18 months, joined one PR School for Local Groups and organized one, attended 2 PRC CoM and one External Relations Summit, and delivered PR trainings as a soft skill trainer after I graduated from TNT Zagreb 2024. In the external relations area, as ambassador of ESTIEM, I worked closely with student NGO partners, represented ESTIEM in many external events, and actively sought collaboration. After experiencing 33 events from all the areas in ESTIEM, including strategic events such as 4 Council Meetings, 2 ESTIEM College, 3 Coordination Meetings, and being active in different entities in Central ESTIEM, I have gained a comprehensive understanding of everything ESTIEM has to offer, especially in the areas of Public Relations and External Relations.

Therefore, based on all my experiences and background, I feel qualified and eager to work on achieving these goals during the following year: 

Enhance ESTIEM’s public image and strengthen the ESTIEM Brand 

• Create diverse, interactive, and innovative content for ESTIEM communication channels.
• Support Local Groups in Public Relations and strengthen the connection between PRC and LGs.
• Work on advocacy in ESTIEM by prioritising the promotion of Industrial Engineering and Management (IEM).
• Ensure the sustainability and continuity of the ESTIEM Magazine and Podcast.

 Strengthen the External Relations of ESTIEM

• Actively seek new partnerships and explore collaboration opportunities with external organisations.
• Increase awareness and visibility of External Relations (ER) within the ESTIEM network.
• Encourage and support Local Groups in establishing collaborations with external partners at the local level.
• Provide guidance to develop ER-related skills for ESTIEMers representing the organisation in external events.

 Enhance Engagement and Development in Central ESTIEM 

• Make Central ESTIEM more attractive for all ESTIEMers and increase the engagement of Central ESTIEM leaders and team members with the organisation.
• Empower Central ESTIEM leaders and team members to develop their skills and knowledge in their specific roles.

If you have any questions or suggestions regarding my application, feel free to contact me via email (doga.guneri@estiem.org), and to approach me during the Council Meeting.

In High ESTIEM, 

Doğa Güneri

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„Heyhey,

I‘m Eszter from LG Budapest and my fun fact is…“

It starts with this simple message and has been repeated multiple times over the last two years.
When I joined my Local Group in October 2022, I didn’t know that I would meet with so many wonderful people, whom I can call my friends now.

We say that ESTIEM is a playground, it‘s safe and inspiring, a place where I can try, learn and develop. I was Local Responsible in July 2023, soon after that I became a Council Meeting main organiser and also joined the Event Quality Committee, became a Trainer and currently the Alpine Regional Coordinator. I have learned a lot from these positions, projects I worked on, and even more from the people I met on the way. This all seems great already, why to stop now?

At CM Budapest I started playing with a thought and I carry it with me since.

Dear ESTIEMers,

I am happy to present my application for Vice-President of Activities of the 36th Board of ESTIEM.

Why this position?

The answer is simple, I feel the most connected to this position.

Firstly, ESTIEM events are our main offerings, where IEM students can meet, connect and develop themselves. It is most important to keep them running in good quality, number and diversity. All ESTIEMers should be able to participate in activities they are most interested in, and our network should be able to provide it for them.

Moreover focus on the knowledge management of event organisation, keep the Event Organisation School and organise them every half year. Raise awareness of the already existing tools for event organisers.

Last but not least, clearer event application process. With the help of Department Coordinators, Service Leaders, Initiative Leaders and Regional Coordinators develop a new system to make approaching of Local Responsibles and Local Groups better. The goal of this new system is to help the Vice-President of Activites to track better what events are happening, a Local Group already started organising it or haven‘t found a Local Group to host the event.

In high ESTIEM,
Eszter Farkas

Dear ESTIEMers,

I am Efekan Evrenkaya from LG Istanbul-Yildiz. I am thrilled to start my Financial Controller application journey with this application letter, and also looking forward to presenting at CM Calabria.

First of all, I would like to start with briefly introducing myself and my ESTEIM journey. I am a senior IEM student and hope to graduate next year. A year after I started my degree, I joined ESTIEM by the end of 2021, and I am really grateful to be in this amazing family since then. I participated in an exchange with LG Berlin as my first event, and I can state that my ESTIEM journey has officially started with this wonderful experience. After a while, I was elected as Design Leader at the mother organization of LG Istanbul-Yildiz. That one-year mandate witnessed a lot of ESTIEM memories, but the most important was the organization of LXV CM Yildiz. (The poster of the CM I designed won the best design of the year 🙂 ) I also worked as a Graphic Designer at the PRC at the same time for a couple of months and attended LXVI CM Porto as Livestream and Question Responsible. Currently, I am a Data Analyst in the Analysis Committee.

Okay, the bells start to ring for the finance part of my life! Actually, I am a natural-born finance guy since I was born as a finance baby. My father is a financial advisor, and my mother is retired from the bank as a Vice Manager. So, finance has been and will be in my DNA for a lifetime. After my Design Leader mandate was over, I was elected as VP of Finance to the mother organization board. I was responsible for the whole organization’s financial activities, including the LG’s finances. I am addicted to being in finance and financial terms. Moreover, I would like to be involved and gain knowledge about international finance. Also, I want to add value to the ESTIEM with my knowledge and experience. That’s why I have a strong desire to be a Financial Controller. 

Let’s point out my goals I will be focused on through my mandate if I’m elected:

• Understanding and Knowledge: Finance tracking and management can be complex and require a background, but understanding and knowing what is going on should be simple and convenient for everyone. This will be my primary goal both in the audit reports and in other communications.
• Transparency: This is the most important key point of the FC. I will pay special attention to this so that the financial processes will proceed in a healthy way and ESTIEM will not face any problems.
• Support the VP of Finance: Using my previous experience and expertise, I will do my best to ensure that the VP of Finance has a successful mandate and that all processes run smoothly.
• Communication: Good and strong communication will ensure that finance is properly checked, the VP of Finance can continue his/her work in a healthy way, and the council is properly informed. I will be in strong communication with both the ESTIEMers and the board.

If you have more questions about my application or want to learn further, feel free to contact me. Here is my email efekan.evrenkaya@estiem.org, and for WhatsApp +90 543 634 8294

In high ESTIEM,
Efekan EVRENKAYA

“Zülal? Oh, she’s probably somewhere with ESTIEM again.”

Dear ESTIEMers,

I hope we’ve already met somewhere in Europe but if we haven’t, I’m Zülal Diler, a 20-year-old Economics student from LG Istanbul-Bogazici and I’m currently one of the local board members. It is an honor for me to announce that with this letter, I’m applying for the Financial Controller position.

Before I start, I would like to briefly talk about my ESTIEM journey. I started this journey with LGX with Lappeenranta. It was my first time abroad alone and this experience opened a big chapter in my life. I knew I wanted to dive deeper into this amazing network so I attended Council Meeting Aveiro as an Extra Place. (Aveiro é nosso!!) After each presentation in CM Aveiro, I knew that I would somehow find myself on that stage in the future. Day after day, I found myself more connected to this amazing network. Following CM Aveiro, I was elected to the local board in May 2024 and have continued my mandate since.

During my mandate, we organized many successful events, and I was responsible for budget, bookkeeping, and activities. Local board experience, especially in the finance field, made me realize that finance is the field I’m most passionate about and eager to develop more. In September, I became more active on the central side by joining the service Vision. That was where I felt deeply involved with central ESTIEM and it motivated me to step further. Many more amazing events later, I attended CM Seville as a delegate to represent my Local Group. It was at CM Seville that the idea of becoming a Financial Controller truly clicked. It was the turning point of my decision to become one.

As my interest in finance kept growing, the idea of pushing this interest on a central level led me to explore ESTIEM’s finances more because I believe that pure accounting/finance knowledge is not enough for this position—it is also crucial to know how these translate into ESTIEM’s dynamics. Hence, I attended Finance Summit 2.0 in Warsaw. This event was incredibly valuable for me. Those five days spent fully dedicated to ESTIEM’s finances and having first-hand discussions with two generations of Financial Controllers gave me a much broader, more practical view of what this position really means. After this experience, I knew with certainty that I was ready to apply and that I had a clear idea of what I could bring to the position. Moreover, as an Economics major, I have taken and will continue to take multiple finance and accounting courses.

Okay, if you’ve made it this far, thank you so much for reading! Now I’d love to share what I aim to bring to the position:

• Accuracy & Compliance:
  I will make sure that every document in the budget is compliant with Dutch Law and honestly made, and that all financial transactions follow ESTIEM’s internal rules and any external funding requirements.

• Clarity:
  I aim to create audit reports that are technically accurate, structured, and written in a way that everyone can understand, regardless of their financial background. I aim to improve the handover process by ensuring more detailed categorization and avoid overly broad budget summaries which contribute to a clear audit/bookkeeping process.

• Engagement & Awareness:
  Financial matters of ESTIEM, what FCs do, and financial reports are rarely known in a broader sense in the network. This causes problems when it comes to the sustainability of the position and also increases the distance between finances of ESTIEM and the members. Thus, I will work on making this position more approachable by making the financial matters more understandable and accessible, while reaching out to as many as I can about the finances of ESTIEM.

• Working closely with the VPF:
  By maintaining close communication with the Vice President of Finance, I will help ensure accurate financial management and contribute to the stability of ESTIEM’s financial future.

Thank you so much for reading all this, and if you have any questions, please reach out to me through either WhatsApp (+905318609004) or zulal.diler@estiem.org 🙂

See you at CM Calabria or somewhere in Europe!!

In High ESTIEM,
Zülal DILER

Dear E$TIEMers,

A few years ago, I signed up to join ESTIEM without fully knowing what it was. My first real step into the network was an exchange with Stockholm—and that turned out to be the start of one of the most exciting, meaningful (and yes, expensive) journeys of my student life.

That exchange blew my mind. I suddenly found myself surrounded by people from different cultures, with unique stories—and Mintu. It felt like I had stumbled into something far bigger than I expected. From that moment, I knew I wanted to dive deeper.

And so I did. I became active in my Local Group, helped organise events, and started building strong connections with ESTIEMers across Europe. After Council Meeting Aveiro, inspired by the energy and ambition in the room, I decided to run for President of my LG. That role opened my eyes to the inner workings of ESTIEM—and especially to the essential role finance plays in turning bold ideas into reality.

Six months into my mandate, I wanted to broaden my perspective. That’s when I joined the Grants Committee, where I truly discovered how strategic funding and well-managed resources shape the ESTIEM experience.

One of the defining moments of this journey was Finance Summit 2.0. Those five days were eye-opening: packed with learning, peer exchanges and deep dives into the financial backbone of our network. What might seem dry to some became, for me, a genuine source of inspiration. That summit didn’t just give me knowledge—it gave me clarity: I want to become the next Financial Controller.

Beyond ESTIEM, I’ve been active in several committees within my student association, including corporate relations, event organisation, and the Solvay Finance Club. These experiences have helped me develop practical skills—from budgeting and planning to communication and negotiation.

Academically, I’m studying Management Engineering and will graduate in 2026. My studies have equipped me with a solid foundation in economics, accounting, and management control. While I don’t speak Dutch fluently, I have a solid reading level—enough to understand bookkeeping and Dutch-language documents, which comes in handy when working with bank accounts in Eindhoven.

If elected as Financial Controller, I will focus on the following priorities:

Clarity without compromise
Financial documents should be accurate, compliant, and accessible. I will ensure that budgets, audits, and reports are presented clearly—not just to experts, but to everyone in ESTIEM.

Strong collaboration with the VPF
The Financial Controller must remain independent, but also closely monitor and communicate with the Vice President of Finance. I’ll work to ensure transparency, accountability, and a healthy financial mandate.

Spreading financial knowledge
Financial understanding shouldn’t be limited to a few. I’ll work on making ESTIEM’s financial structure more accessible and actively promote financial literacy within and beyond my LG.

Building sustainable systems
Finance is not just about managing today—it’s about preparing for tomorrow. I’ll prioritise thorough documentation and effective handovers to build continuity across generations.

To me, finance isn’t just about keeping the books in order—it’s about enabling the network to grow, create, and connect. As Adrien would say: “Finance is fun fun fun!” (preferably in a slightly drunk voice).

Thank you for taking the time to read my application. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out via
maxime.braye@estiem.org or WhatsApp: +32 471 85 37 28

Looking forward to seeing you at CM Calabria or somewhere else across the network.

In high E$TIEM,
Maxime Braye

Dear ESTIEMers,

Once Dante Gebel said— and has been in my head spinning since
“Everything beautiful in this life messes up your hair. Running on the beach messes up your hair. Riding a roller coaster messes up your hair. Kissing the person you love messes up your hair. So let life mess up your hair.”

And I think it’s time to take another interesting step in my ESTIEM journey and let mess up my hair once again!

I’ve been in ESTIEM since September 2022, and I can honestly say it’s been one of the best decisions of my life so far. It’s been a place where I’ve travelled like crazy, met (and continue meeting) amazing people, grown a lot personally, and I believe I can keep doing that in Central for another year—just with a change of scenery as you can see.

Well, let me briefly tell you about my journey in ESTIEM so far:

My journey in ESTIEM began with an Exchange in Coimbra in November 2022, but things truly took off when I joined the local Corporate Relations Committee and helped organize “Let’s Get a Job,” connecting companies and students. The following year, I became CRC Leader and ran several successful events, which led me to take an even bigger step: becoming President of my Local Group and joining Central as South-West Regional Coordinator—an incredible experience alongside six amazing teammates. Driven by my passion and inability to sit still, I then took on the challenge of organizing LXIX Council Meeting Sevilla last November, a milestone event where I hope those who attended had as much fun as I did organizing it.

So after all this, you might still be thinking: “but where are the finances in all this and why I am applying for Financial Controller Ale?” Well, finances’ve always had my attention—they’ve always been on my radar to be fair. During LXIX CM Sevilla, I handled all the accounting, financing, and bookkeeping, alongside managing national and international relationships. On top of that, I am currently working as a Junior Project Manager handling international projects, and part of my role involves budget management, cost control, etc so this world is not “new” to me. So as you can see, finance (fun fun fun!!! — I had to throw that in somewhere) has been with me for a while but I believe there are still a lot of knowledge there that I want to learn about. That’s why I’m motivated to make an impact in this fascinating world as Financial Controller this next year.

I think I’ve probably talked too much already, so let’s get to the important part—my goals, which can be summed up as:
• Contability surpervision and financial reports: Make sure that the preparation and presentation of the financial reports are precise and visual for everyone to understand them.
• Financial Transparency and Accessibility: Introduce visual reporting tools and open Q&A sessions to increase understanding among members with huge interest in this matter, even if it’s not a direct task of this position.
• Take care of the Vice President of Finance: The Vice President of Finance is the pilot of the ship where communication is crucial, but the Financial Controller is the instrument that measures whether we’re flying safely. A Financial Controller is there to help and take care of that position and their respective activities.
• Solid Transition and processes: Develop a comprehensive Handover and create an archive with all the information related to this matter for future Financial Controllers, making the transition between years smoother.

If you have any more questions, do not hesitate to send a message or an email (alejandro.rodriguez.lopez@estiem.org / ‪+34 637614674‬), and I will be more than pleased to reply to your questions or talk a little bit more in detail at any moment!

In high ESTIEM,
Ale.

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Applications will be shared once they are sent, stay tuned!