
The Wharton Media & Entertainment Group (WMEG) invites all WCNY members working in the Media, Arts, and Entertainment to join us for a social, happy hour networking event at the Olde City Cheesesteaks & Brew in Chelsea.
Co-chairs Jesse Tendler, W'03 and Larry Bennett, W'75 look forward to welcoming you.
The Wharton AI & Analytics Initiative (WAIA) is collaborating with the Wharton Media & Entertainment Group (WMEG) to plan an upcoming "AI in the Media & Entertainment Industry" event, scheduled for later this quarter. As part of this cross-group collaboration, WAIA members are invited to join this happy hour to network, exchange ideas, and discuss how leaders are sensing and navigating the ongoing AI revolution across industries.
When:
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET
Where:
Olde City Cheesesteaks & Brew
201 8th Ave
New York, NY 10011
Cost:
WCNY Supporting Members - $10 (WCNY supporting membership costs $95/yr at Join/Renew Membership)
Other Wharton Alumni & Alumni Guests - $20
Gold & Benefactor Members - $0
Cost will cover limited appetizers. Cash bar.
For more information on WMEG, please visit the Wharton Media & Entertainment Group (WMEG) page.
For more information on WAIA, please visit Wharton AI Affinity Group (WAIA) page.
Cancellations must be made at least 48-hours (business day) prior to the event date by sending an email to Gabriela Sanchez. Refunds or credits for future events are not available for any no-shows or late cancellations. Click here for full details.
Co-chairs Jesse Tendler, W'03 and Larry Bennett, W'75 look forward to welcoming you.
The Wharton AI & Analytics Initiative (WAIA) is collaborating with the Wharton Media & Entertainment Group (WMEG) to plan an upcoming "AI in the Media & Entertainment Industry" event, scheduled for later this quarter. As part of this cross-group collaboration, WAIA members are invited to join this happy hour to network, exchange ideas, and discuss how leaders are sensing and navigating the ongoing AI revolution across industries.
When:
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET
Where:
Olde City Cheesesteaks & Brew
201 8th Ave
New York, NY 10011
Cost:
WCNY Supporting Members - $10 (WCNY supporting membership costs $95/yr at Join/Renew Membership)
Other Wharton Alumni & Alumni Guests - $20
Gold & Benefactor Members - $0
Cost will cover limited appetizers. Cash bar.
For more information on WMEG, please visit the Wharton Media & Entertainment Group (WMEG) page.
For more information on WAIA, please visit Wharton AI Affinity Group (WAIA) page.
Cancellations must be made at least 48-hours (business day) prior to the event date by sending an email to Gabriela Sanchez. Refunds or credits for future events are not available for any no-shows or late cancellations. Click here for full details.

