Emeritus Archives

Bob Natiello, WG’56

Bob Natiello, WG'56 Robert A. Natiello, an accomplished advertising executive, award winning author, songwriter, and patron of the arts died on July 3rd in Cottonwood,AZ. He was 88 and lived in Sedona, Arizona. The cause was complications of heart and lung disease. In his 30 years at New York based…Read More

Leadership Spotlight: Cliff Leventhall, WG’56

Leadership Spotlight: Cliff Leventhall, WG’56 Upon graduating Penn and Wharton in 1956, Cliff pioneered the development of computers with UNIVAC, PHILCO-FORD and RCA . During the 1950s and 60s, the major companies were shaping all their computer-based systems. He then became Marketing Manager for ITT and MTIl before forming his…Read More

Connections, Communities, and Relationships

Picture a grandmother with her grandchild

Connections, Communities, and Relationships Relationships and communities in retirement are instrumental — two of the best ways to maintain a connection to the world. Too often, relationships during one’s career are based on one’s company, clients, or professional network. When that connection no longer exists, and we lose those identities,…Read More

Ed Lyons, WG’64

As I am approaching 9 years on the WGES Leadership Committee, and more as class correspondent, I am proud of our work this past 20 years in bringing more information about Wharton and Penn to Wharton Graduate Emeritus Society members.

Crandall Challenge Citations for 2022 Announced at Reunion

Crandall Challenge Citations for 2022 Announced at Reunion The Wharton Graduate Emeritus Society has announced the 2022 recipients of Crandall Challenge Citations. They are: Robert Crawford WG’ 63 Bob formed Neighborhood Entrepreneurship Lab in 2018. The organization identifies entrepreneurs in disadvantaged communities in Chicago and provides coaching, connections and capital. …Read More

DC Area WGES Lunch Meeting

We had another very successful lunch Thursday, March 23rd Six of us had lunch indoors at the Hunters Inn. The folks attending were from the left, Barry Gordon WhGr’57, Jay Hayman Wn ’52, John Majane WhGr’58, J. Mills Williams WhGr’71, Kersey Dastur WhGr’71 and Jesse Cantrill Wn ’63, WhGr’73. (See…Read More

Tom Vincent, WG’56

Caregiving (family support)

Caregiving (family support) Caregiving is an overwhelming task, no matter the timeframe. Support is important for those needing care, but also for the caregivers. Long-term care is among the costliest forms of care faced by seniors today. The longer we live, the more likely we will need some type of…Read More

Other Challenges and Transitions

A group of four smiling older adults, standing closely together outdoors, looking down at the camera. They are wearing casual athletic attire, suggesting a healthy, active lifestyle.

Other Challenges and Transitions We always have challenges and transitions in life. In this phase of life, some common challenges include depression, stress, financial difficulty, and acceptance. Depression is common and can have serious effects if not addressed. Stress can be worsened by changing social and mental faculties. Financial matters…Read More

Tom Hadlock, Chairman of WGES

Founded in 2003, the Wharton Graduate Emeritus Society (WGES) is the distinguished and active group of Wharton MBA alumni who graduated from the School more than forty-five years ago. WGES encourages fellow alumni to continue investing their Wharton-based experience and talents to enhance the quality of life for their colleagues,…Read More