February 2026

I recently received a note from Kathryn Griffo, Penn’s Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations, expressing appreciation for Academy members and outlining new opportunities for engagement. While brief, the message was a meaningful reminder of what sustained involvement with an institution like Penn truly represents. Support for a university is never simply about contribution […]

I recently received a thoughtful note from Penn regarding the Academy’s upcoming initiatives and programming for the year ahead. As always, I was reminded not only of the university’s commitment to academic excellence, but of the importance it places on meaningful engagement within its community. Over the years, my relationship with Penn has been one […]

Long before experiential learning became a standard expectation in real estate education, Bryan Weingarten recognized that the future of the industry would be shaped by institutions willing to connect theory with practice. For more than twenty years, his partnership with the Zell Lurie Real Estate Center at the Wharton School has helped do exactly that. […]

At the heart of JOIN Israel’s work is a clear philosophy. Meaningful philanthropy requires intention, discipline, and respect for the people it serves. As President, Bryan Weingarten has been instrumental in shaping this mindset, guiding the organization toward an approach that treats impact as something to be built thoughtfully, not improvised in moments of crisis. […]

For Bryan Weingarten, scholarships have never been about charity alone. They are about leverage. One well-placed investment in a person can ripple outward into families, institutions, and entire communities. In philanthropy, education consistently proves to be one of the most effective tools for long-term social stability and opportunity. Bryan is drawn to this work because […]

The Aspen Book Club Investment Group reflects a collaborative investment philosophy shaped by Bryan Weingarten’s leadership, long term perspective, and commitment to disciplined decision making. Founded in Aspen in 2022 by Bryan Weingarten and David Chazen, the group was created to bring together a small and highly engaged circle of investors who value alignment, thoughtful […]