Wharton Communication Program

WHCP Investor Pitch Day 2026
WHCP Investor Pitch Day 2026
The Wharton Communication Program — Capstone Event
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23, 2026   3:00 – 7:15 PM   Huntsman Hall, 8th Floor
We invite you to join us for a non-competitive pitch event, the capstone of WHCP 6180X: Entrepreneurial Communication: a first-year MBA course dedicated to helping startup founders refine their pitches.
During the event, approximately 20 MBA founders will deliver concise 2-minute pitches to a panel of local investors, venture capitalists, and angel investors, followed by a live Q&A. The evening will also offer opportunities to connect and network with panelists and members of the broader Wharton community.
The event will be held on the 8th floor of Huntsman Hall, a beautiful venue featuring panoramic views of Philadelphia. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served.
All students and guests are welcome. We would be delighted to have you join us for an inspiring evening of ideas and innovation.
Schedule
3:00 – 3:15 PMRegistration and Welcome
3:15 – 3:30 PMOpening Remarks
3:30 – 4:50 PMStudent Founder Pitches, Round 1
4:50 – 5:20 PMBreak
5:25 – 6:45 PMStudent Founder Pitches, Round 2
6:50 – 7:05 PMBreak
7:05 – 7:15 PMClosing Remarks
Our Investor Panel
Harvey Floyd II
Harvey Floyd II
Wharton Executive Education / Inspiration Ventures
Michael Rose
Michael Rose
PERMEVO
Hon. Patrick J. Murphy
Hon. Patrick J. Murphy
Hilco Global / Wharton School
Natalie Silverman
Natalie Silverman
GSCF / Tiger Team Labs
Sallie James
Sallie James
Broad Street Angels
Doc Parghi
Doc Parghi
SRI Capital
Eric Rugart
Eric Rugart
Broad Street Angels
Genine Fallon
Genine Fallon
Hilco Global
Melissa Ludwig
Melissa Ludwig
Broad Street Angels / NACD Philadelphia
The Wharton Communication Program  ·  The Wharton School  ·  University of Pennsylvania
Huntsman Hall  •  3730 Walnut Street  •  Philadelphia, PA 19104