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March 09 2022

'Dare to Disrupt' features alum and eLocal founder Bruce Aronow

Bruce Aronow graduated from Penn State in 1987 with a degree in accounting. In this episode of “Dare to Disrupt,” he talks about how he built eLocal, a performance-based advertising company whose mission is to connect consumers with local businesses, specializing in the home services, legal, medical, financial, and insurance verticals.

March 07 2022

Lehigh Valley LaunchBox Ladies event spotlights community banks

On Wednesday, March 3, Lehigh Valley LaunchBox powered by Penn State’s LaunchBox Ladies series hosted a forum on the critical role community banks play in the world of entrepreneurism. The virtual program, “Community Banks Small Business Funding Opportunity,” featured three local banking professionals discussing the many ways that small businesses and start-ups can take advantage of the funding opportunities provided by community banks.

March 07 2022

NCPA LaunchBox helps bring Beaver Commons to life at DuBois Area High School

A wall covering measuring 19 feet long and nearly 6 feet high was created on the new advanced vinyl printer in the on-campus Idea Lab, providing a focal point and displaying school spirit for the new Beaver Commons Area at DuBois Area High School.

March 02 2022

March 17 LaunchBox event to provide overview of $50,000 BIG Idea Contest

The North Central PA LaunchBox powered by Penn State DuBois will host an informational event on this year’s BIG Idea Contest on March 17 at the LaunchBox Event Center, in DuBois. Everyone in Centre, Clarion, Clearfield and Jefferson counties is invited to attend the event to learn more about the BIG Idea Contest and how they can enter an idea for a business or product.

March 02 2022

Mar. 17 LaunchBox event to provide overview of $50,000 BIG Idea Contest

The North Central PA LaunchBox powered by Penn State DuBois will host an informational event on this year’s BIG Idea Contest on March 17 at the LaunchBox Event Center, in DuBois. Everyone in Centre, Clarion, Clearfield and Jefferson Counties are invited to attend the event to learn more about the BIG Idea Contest and how they can enter an idea for a business or product.

February 25 2022

Next Lehigh Valley LaunchBox Ladies program to focus on community bank funding

Lehigh Valley LaunchBox powered by Penn State’s LaunchBox Ladies series will present the virtual program, “Community Banks Small Business Funding Opportunity,” on Thursday, March 3, from noon to 1:15 p.m. on Zoom. 

February 22 2022

Donor Keiko Miwa Ross makes gifts to fuel innovation and entrepreneurship

Keiko Miwa Ross, a State College resident and Penn State’s 2020 Philanthropist of the Year, has made new gifts that will fuel innovation and entrepreneurship among Penn State students and citizens of the region. In recognition of her generosity, the University will rename multiple spaces in the Innovation Hub and the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications.

February 21 2022

Apply to TechCelerator @ State College bootcamp for chance at up to $10,000

Ben Franklin Technology Partners is accepting applications for its virtual, 10-week TechCelerator @ State College business startup bootcamp, a no-cost opportunity for emerging technology entrepreneurs to turn business ideas into tech startups.

February 21 2022

Penn State, industry highlight innovation at Industry Innovation Summit

Companies and Penn State faculty and staff came together on Feb. 17 at Innovation Park for the inaugural Industry Innovation Summit, which featured panels, speakers and educational sessions that furthered discussion about innovation in industry while facilitating connections between industry and faculty members.

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