Serial Entrepreneurs
Pilot Program Matches Penn State Tech Startups with Executive Talent
"Every company came out of the event more knowledgeable about the industry they plan to enter. Three CEO positions have been formalized and approximately 10 advisor roles are in place or in various stages of development."
Jim Pietropaolo
Associate Director of the Office of Entrepreneurship and Commercialization
Jump into your next venture with Penn State partnership. You bring substantial experience. We’ll show you innovative opportunities.
University-Affiliated Startups
From early-stage ventures to capital-seeking startups, explore developing companies from faculty, staff, and/or students that may be in need of business or management expertise. We can help connect you with opportunities in your industry of interest.
Disruptive Technologies
Penn State is a hub of innovation and has an ample portfolio of IP that will shape future markets. New discoveries are coming out of many fields–agriculture, life sciences, energy, materials, manufacturing, education and more. Help jumpstart up-and-coming ventures in need of business expertise.
Faculty and Student Teams
Pay it forward by providing mentorship and expertise to budding entrepreneurs– or more experienced ones who are interested in collaboration. Penn State offers world-class talent, startup opportunities and is committed to entrepreneurship.
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University-Affiliated Startups
From early-stage ventures to capital-seeking startups, explore developing companies from faculty, staff, and/or students that may be in need of business or management expertise. We can help connect you with opportunities in your industry of interest.
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Disruptive Technologies
Penn State is a hub of innovation and has an ample portfolio of IP that will shape future markets. New discoveries are coming out of many fields–agriculture, life sciences, energy, materials, manufacturing, education and more. Help jumpstart up-and-coming ventures in need of business expertise.
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Faculty and Student Teams
Pay it forward by providing mentorship and expertise to budding entrepreneurs– or more experienced ones who are interested in collaboration. Penn State offers world-class talent, startup opportunities and is committed to entrepreneurship.
Featured Resources
Our entrepreneurial ecosystem is growing at Penn State. Discover programs and opportunities where experienced entrepreneurs and founders can get involved.
Startup Leadership Network
University ParkAn invitation only membership group matching Penn State tech startups with seasoned executives who can accelerate their market entry
An invitation only membership group matching Penn State tech startups with seasoned executives who can…
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Startup Navigator
A searchable showcase of Penn State legacy companies and ecosystem startups
A searchable showcase of Penn State legacy companies and ecosystem startups
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Office of Entrepreneurship and Commercialization
State CollegeOEC is the administrative home of Invent Penn State and leads the University's economic development activities—acceleration of Penn State startups, administration of the Fund for Innovation and Venture & IP Conference, and programming for the LaunchBox & Innovation Network
OEC is the administrative home of Invent Penn State and leads the University's economic development…
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