A new initiative, the RC Entrepreneurs Bond (RCEB), is already generating strong momentum across our community. Introduced and led by Hüseyin Tığlı RA 71, it has sparked significant interest among alumni founders, innovators, and investors, particularly during recent gatherings on both the West and East Coast.
At its core, the idea is simple yet powerful: the RCEB invites alumni entrepreneurs to give back not only financially, but also through their time, experience, and creativity. It is shaped as a pledge of intent – a promise to support Robert College when the time feels right, and in ways that feel authentic to each individual’s journey.
This collective approach can make a tangible difference. One entrepreneurial success story has the potential to fund scholarships, strengthen the endowment, or sustain programs that meaningfully shape students’ lives.
The initiative has now taken its first concrete steps, marked by energy, curiosity, and a strong sense of ownership from the alumni community. In January 2026, three Zoom meetings brought together alumni and friends from different geographies, generations, sectors, and stages of experience. What stood out was not only the level of participation, but the quality of engagement: participants listened closely, challenged ideas thoughtfully, shared openly, and remained actively invested in the conversation.
The RCEB is built on a clear premise: a bond to a community shaped by innovation and entrepreneurship; a bond to an ecosystem designed to amplify entrepreneurial impact; and a shared commitment to staying connected with Robert College in ways that feel genuine, timely, and sustainable.
Following these meetings, participants completed a survey to help shape the next phase of the initiative. Based on this collective input, several concrete steps are now underway, including the formation of the Founders Council and the Validators Circle, the launch of a dedicated communications platform for members, and the development of a new website to support continued exchange and collaboration.
While the introductory Zoom meetings have now concluded, the door remains open. It is never too late to become part of this growing community. Alumni and friends who would like to receive further information or explore membership are warmly invited to contact the Institutional Advancement Office at alumni@robcol.k12.tr.
