Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Jim Vogel (WG'93)
Could you benefit from some advice and connections from fellow Wharton alumni? If so, we hope you will join our Ring of Reciprocity on Aug. 6!
Need advice on changing your career, addressing a business opportunity or problem, assisting human trafficking survivors in your city, tracking down an obscure piece of technology, surviving life with newborn twins, gaining a specific business connection?
Wharton alumni will gather and share specific professional or personal requests and fellow alumni will share their ideas and resources. To ensure participants have enough time, this event will be capped at 15, so register today to reserve your seat in the Ring.
What is a Ring of Reciprocity? The Reciprocity Ring, which harnesses the power of givers to help advance and even grant requests, is a concept popularized in Adam M. Grant's bestselling book “Give and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to Success.” Adam is the Wharton School’s youngest tenured professor and was recognized as Wharton's top-rated professor for five straight years. https://giveandtakeinc.com/reciprocity-ring/
How will the Ring work?
Introductions and Requests for Expertise/Connections
We’ll mingle from 5:30-6 p.m. and then go around the Ring to introduce ourselves and our requests. Each participant is invited to share a meaningful request, whether personal or professional.
ROR Request Example
“BILT is an app that creates 3D animated interactive instructions viewable on a phone or tablet. I am interested in connecting to ANY manufacturers or retailers who sell products with assembly or installation instructions (e.g. IKEA). Our current customers include Weber Grills, Home Depot.”
Offers of Connections & Help
Once all of the requests are known, participants are invited to offer suggestions, introductions, or other forms of assistance. Those offering assistance will then capture their offers on worksheet or poster board. It will be surprising and inspiring to see the generosity of knowledge and networks in action!
Social time to make connections and meet in person
We’ll save time at the end of the evening to allow participants to meet new friends and talk at greater length. Requestors will likely be eager to talk more with those who offered assistance.
Co-hosts: Dare Rosebery WG90
[email protected]
720-273-2108
Jim Vogel WG93
303-263-4050
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Dare or Jim directly.
