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“We have a read to admit philosophy, which means that in every application we are looking for reasons to admit you and not reasons to deny you. We are looking for your best day and not your worst.” – Blair Mannix, Director of Admissions
Application Tips from the MBA Admissions Committee
A team of Penn students in Wharton Impact Venture Associates (WIVA) sourced an impact investment deal into a startup that aims to champion sustainable and ethical practices in the fashion industry.
How This Philly Start-Up is Making Fashion More Sustainable
The 24-hour competition pushed students of all backgrounds to practice teamwork, experimentation, and forward thinking as they brainstormed brand solutions for Ralph Lauren.
Creating Space for Creativity: Wharton’s IDEATHON 2020
The Shark Tank star spoke candidly with students competing at Wharton’s first 24-hour IDEATHON 2020.
Daymond John on Focus, Fashion, and Finding the Right Mentor
Jeff Raider, WG’10, and other leaders in retail shared their insights into keeping ahead of industry trends at the 2019 Wharton Graduate Retail Conference.
How the Co-Founder of Harry’s and Warby Parker Navigates Constant Disruption in the Retail Industry
Warby Parker co-CEO and co-founder Neil Blumenthal, WG’10, returned to Wharton Pre-Term for a conversation with Prof. Stephanie Creary about how to build diversity and inclusion.
How Warby Parker Builds an Inclusive Workforce: Takeaways from Wharton MBA Pre-Term
Founder of Laguna Beach Textile Company, Danny Meurer, WG’17, is aiming to secure brand longevity by taking a different business approach to other fast-growing digital retail brands.
4 Key Differentiators in a Lean Approach to Founding a Digital Brand, from a Startup Challenge Semi-Finalist
Collecto is an online luxury retailer that offers an unparalleled gifting experience through distinctive product curation, exceptional gift presentation and bespoke customer service.
Collecto: An Unparalleled Gifting Experience
For women in the U.S. who want a better skincare routine, aavrani is a luxury skincare company inspired by India’s ancient beauty rituals.
aavrani: Luxury Skincare Inspired by Indian Beauty Rituals
CEO of the wildly popular indoor cycling studio SoulCycle came to campus to talk specialty retail with Wharton undergrads and MBAs.
SoulCycle CEO Melanie Whelan Shares 5 Tips for Success in Specialty Retail with Wharton Marketing Class
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