Wharton Boston Business Exchange

The Wharton Boston Business Exchange is a forum for the exchange of ideas, information, and leads/business contacts. The meetings have something of interest for every participant: discussions of individual attendees’ issues or opportunities, sharing of events and goings-on around town, presentations on topics of interest, and networking.

Wharton Alumni only.  Primarily for Wharton Club members.  Limited to a single visit for alumni non-members.  

Attendance is free, but registration is required.  

A remote option will be made available to those who are unable to attend in person.

“As a regular participant in The Wharton Club of Boston’s Business Exchange for the last three years, I have found it to be a great venue for networking and working through business challenges. There are a lot of sharp, well-connected people in the room. Recently, I got input on a challenge I was facing, and the group's suggestions helped me close a large client that was on the fence about hiring my firm.” Jeff Coleman, W'94

"The Wharton Boston Business Exchange has been one of the most consistently valuable alumni experiences I’ve participated in. Thanks to alumni Craig James and Ken Davis who host the monthly event, it’s a thoughtfully facilitated networking and peer-advisory space. I’m always impressed how alumni show up with real opportunities and challenges, and leave with expanded insights, practical next steps, and stronger relationships. As one would expect of Wharton alumni, the quality of dialogue is high and the tone is always welcoming, warm, and practical.
As a regular participant, I’ve benefited both professionally and personally. The conversations have helped me gain new perspectives, and the connections are meaningful. The Wharton Boston Business Exchange has opened genuine doors over the years in my coaching business, as well as friendships. I highly recommend it to Boston-area alumni who want to expand their networks and perspectives." - Stephanie Hessler WG '89

“I have attended the Wharton Boston Business Exchange on and off for the last 10 years. It is run very well and attended by Wharton alums that genuinely want to help one another. I have made at least one new connection and received at least one good job lead every time I have attended. A silver lining from COVID is that these events are even easier to attend virtually and long-time facilitators like Craig James and Ken Davis have done a great job sticking to the agenda while also giving everyone the opportunity to get to know one another.” - Ken Roberts, Wharton Undergrad, 1991

“Craig does a great job running this group. We start on zoom at 7:30 am. We all look forward to connecting and a fun exchange of thoughts and ideas as well as networking with other Wharton alums. The people are nice and down to earth with a wide assortment of skills, experience, and interests. We see new faces as well as “old” faces each month. This is well worth your time." - Jeanne Blauner, WG'78

"For me the additional value of a Wharton education are the vast resources an alumni network offers. The Wharton Boston Business Exchange is one fine example. It attracts a diverse group of insightful people who take obvious pleasure in supporting each other when either asking or seeking information, and is adroitly steered by facilitator Craig James. A range of issues also creeps in making the Exchange a little wider than business only, all encapsulated within the monthly ninety minutes. Highly recommended to any Wharton grad wanting to embed in Boston’s business scene - Julius Levin, W64"

“Whether meeting virtually or in-person, the Wharton Business Exchange offers wonderful opportunities to meet fellow alums who are bright and curious; doing interesting things in the world; and eager to help out each other." - Cynthia Sheppard WG 1982 "Best of the best networking - highly motivated group of Wharton alums helping each other achieve their goals. Well facilitated so that members can efficiently present their needs and get fast results." Bonnie Henry, WG ’79.

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