Alumni Spotlight

NoMatch sneakers are instantly recognizable: mismatched pairs, signature pink and purple soles, and bold patterns. Behind the brand is Pattryze Garate (W’22), whose Wharton foundation and creative vision have shaped one of the most compelling new stories in DTC footwear. She’s building more than a shoe brand, she’s creating a…Read More

Do you hate wearing shoes? Are you one of those people who can’t wait to kick them off after work or an evening out? You’re not alone. According to Dan Cataldi, WG’23, over 80% of U.S. adults report experiencing foot discomfort. “It’s not because our feet are broken,” he says.…Read More

Designer of Karu Research, Kartik Kumra (C ’22), has been making headlines across the globe. In December, 22-year-old Kartik Kumra graduated from Penn with a degree in economics. Why are we writing about him in The Baker Buzz? Because this recent college grad is already the founder of a global fashion brand and…Read More

After almost a decade in Big Tech, where he had led marketing and buying teams at Amazon, Raja Ghanta (W’10) wanted pursue his passion for craft and social impact. As VP of Growth and Special Projects at Chanakya International, Raja owns business development and artistic partnerships. Chanakya is a leader…Read More

Douglas Baldasare, CEO & Founder, ChargeItSpot /ARC Mobile Device Management Solution Like everyone else, Doug Baldasare would become annoyed when his phone died at inconvenient times. But instead of just complaining, he came up with a solution. Thus ChargeItSpot, the mobile phone charging station, was born. Today the company is…Read More

Congratulations to Wharton MBAs Libie Motchan and Daniel Nelson, co-founders of the startup company Fulton! Fulton is a modern brand of arch support insoles. What makes Fulton insoles distinctive is that they are crafted from all-natural materials instead of the gels, foams, and plastics that go into most insole brands.…Read More

Kim Gallagher, Director of Marketing and Customer Success, nuuly Nuuly Rent is a subscription clothing rental business under the URBN umbrella. With Nuuly Rent, customers can rent any six items every month for a flat fee of $88. Shipping and returns are free, and customers aren’t responsible for laundry or…Read More