The Wharton School · University of Pennsylvania
Your home for entrepreneurship at Wharton
EClub is Wharton’s largest student-run organization focused on entrepreneurship. We provide the resources, events, and network that aspiring founders need.
Speakers, partners and sponsors
Founders, investors and companies who have spoken at, partnered with or sponsored EClub events.
Why EClub
What membership gives you
1. The best ROI on campus
We guide you through how to start your own venture, host socials to meet like-minded people, and showcase career paths in venture capital and company building.
2. The best social events on campus
Themed socials, large group trips, and a community where you can feel at home.
3. Your gateway to build, join, or invest in early-stage companies
Interview and speaker series with leading entrepreneurs, career opportunities, workshops, and the resources to make it all happen.
4. Resources for everything you need
Educational content, a weekly newsletter, and a network that stays with you after Wharton.
Our community
A community of like-minded and motivated individuals in the venture ecosystem
From the welcome party at the start of the year to the Startup Summit in the spring, EClub brings together students who want to start companies, join startups, or invest in them. Come to an event and get inspired to tackle meaningful problems.
Get involved
Where to start
Flagship event
Wharton Startup Summit
Our flagship event, the Startup Summit Conference, consists of a full day of founder and venture capital related programming included panels, networking sessions, and keynote speakers.
Membership and events
Join EClub and see what’s on this week
Membership, socials, speaker series and workshops are listed on Campus Groups. Join to get event invitations and the weekly newsletter.
For companies
Sponsor EClub for 2026–27
We partner with companies that want to reach the next generation of founders and operators at Wharton. Previous sponsors have hosted events with students, brought in speakers, and run recruiting and networking sessions.
What sponsors get
Access to top talent from Wharton
Brand visibility among future business leaders
Opportunities to mentor and engage with students
Support for innovation and entrepreneurship on campus