Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Marika Semerdzhian
Building Rich Relationships That Drive Real Opportunity
Wharton Club of Southern California
June 10, 2026 @ 12:00 – 1:00pm PST | Virtual Executive Workshop
Event Overview
Wharton alumni understand the power of a strong network—but maintaining thousands of relationships isn’t realistic (or necessary).
In this interactive session, renowned connector Selena Soo shares how to create outsized opportunities by focusing on a smaller number of high-impact relationships—and how to sustain them in as little as one hour per week.
You’ll complete a quick self-audit and learn Selena’s Build–Nurture–Activate framework:
- Build: Identify the right people and initiate relationships with intention
- Nurture: Stay top-of-mind through simple, thoughtful systems—without constant “coffee chats”
- Activate: Ask for support with clarity and confidence around launches, hiring, fundraises, and key goals
Selena will also introduce the Six Circles of Connection (a practical system for managing your network without burnout) and the Three Types of Givers (how to be generous without overextending).
Who Should Attend
Founders, executives, investors, consultants, and community-minded alumni—especially busy professionals and introverts seeking meaningful results from fewer, deeper relationships.
Key Takeaways
- A clear snapshot of your current relationship capital—and where to focus
- A sustainable nurturing system that takes ~1 hour per week
- Selena’s GIVE Formula to inspire others to say “yes” to your most important asks
Date: Wednesday, June 10
Time: 12:00–1:00 PM PT
Location: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration)
Cost: Complimentary for members; $10 for non-members and guests. Tickets are non-refundable.
Contact info: Marika Semerdzhian, [email protected]
About the Speaker:
Selena Soo
Bestselling author of Rich Relationships
Selena Soo is an award-winning business and relationship strategist. For over a decade, she has elevated influential leaders, ideas, and brands. She holds a BA from Columbia University and an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business, and her work has been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, CNBC, and Fast Company.
