About the Impact, Value, and Sustainable Business Initiative

As Team Coordinator, Jeremy Berlinski supports the team’s operations and student programming. Before joining Wharton Impact, Jeremy completed his BS in Social Innovation and Business Management at the Gabelli School of Business at Fordham University. He is vehemently passionate about being a part of, and having a positive influence on, the growing community that prioritizes all things related to social responsibility and environmental sustainability. In his free time, Jeremy enjoys staying active, exploring his creativity through different artistic mediums, and going to restaurants.

Michael Brown is the Head of Research at Wharton Impact, where he manages research on impact investing, corporate responsibility, and social enterprise. His responsibilities include planning studies on the business of social impact, data collection and analysis, synthesizing and disseminating findings, and consulting on impact assessment. Michael came to Wharton from the University of Chicago, where he completed a PhD in Sociology and served as a consultant to nonprofits on Chicago’s South Side. In his spare time Michael enjoys trying to learn how to be handier around the house, with usually mixed results.

Kenneth Chung is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Wharton Impact. His research dives into how shareholder activism influences firms’ actions and adjustments to climate change and how those actions are associated with reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. More broadly, he’s passionate about bringing together environmental data with financial data to derive insights for better environmental stewardship. Kenneth holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor. When not in the office, Kenneth can be found listening to podcasts, shooting hoops, and doing yoga.

As Program Coordinator, Jay manages and supports the Initiative’s student programs. He looks forward to helping students find a program that will hopefully strengthen their desire to pursue a career in social impact. In his free time, Jay can be found reading business and technology books, listening to podcasts, going to the gym, and spending a lot of time on the beach.

As the Associate Director of Communications and Engagement, Emma oversees strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven marketing efforts. Previously, she led communications at Earth Hacks, overseeing recruitment and storytelling for global environmental hackathons focused on equitable climate solutions. She also consulted with the IFRS (formerly the Value Reporting Foundation) to help develop a global baseline for climate-related financial disclosures. Emma holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and a Master’s degree in Climate and Society from Columbia University, where she was part of the inaugural class at the Climate School. Outside of work, she enjoys cozy video games, engaging in climate action, and reading with her library card.

As Program Manager of Impact Investments, Eli manages two key experiential learning programs: Wharton Impact Venture Associates (WIVA) and the Fund for Health, where he guides students in sourcing and researching impact investing opportunities. Eli earned his MPA from New York University with a specialization in Social Impact, Innovation, and Investment. His career began in policy and advocacy, working with students at state and local levels. He later transitioned to impact investing where he worked at 17 Asset Management, co-founded a startup focused on impact investment deal flow, and supported startups in an advisory capacity. Outside of work, Eli enjoys outdoor activities with his dogs, staying active, exploring new restaurants, and gaming with friends.

As the Director of Student Programs, Jillian oversees the strategic development of experiential learning programs for students who wish to learn more about impact-related topics and strengthen their skill sets. Previously, she worked at the Career Services and Penn Abroad departments within the University of Pennsylvania. Jillian holds a B.A. in Italian Studies from Ramapo College of New Jersey, an M.S.Ed. in Higher Education from the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, and is currently a student in the Ed.D. in Higher Education program at Penn GSE, where she is focusing her studies and research on the integration of Generative Artificial Intelligence in higher education. Besides working and studying at Penn, Jillian enjoys traveling, doing yoga, and trying new restaurants in Philadelphia.

As the Communications and Engagement Coordinator, Juliet Gelfman-Randazzo manages event production and coordination, communications, and content through the Initiative’s social channels, website, and newsletter. Prior to joining Wharton Impact, Juliet completed her MFA in Creative Writing with a concentration in creative nonfiction at Rutgers University-Camden and her bachelors degree in English with a film minor from Wesleyan University. In her free time, Juliet enjoys quilting and writing poems.