News
November 12
2021
Barron discusses entrepreneurial network, Invent Penn State for trustees
In a presentation to the Board of Trustees on Nov. 12, Penn State President Eric J. Barron highlighted the impact of Invent Penn State and the University’s statewide economic development and job creation efforts on students and citizens across the commonwealth.
November 09
2021
President Barron, Invent Penn State community showcase impact with lawmakers
Penn State President Eric Barron and a panel of local and industry leaders and entrepreneurs appeared in Harrisburg on Nov. 9 for a hearing of the Pennsylvania Senate Community, Economic and Recreational Development Committee. Titled “Improving Pennsylvania’s Innovation Economy: Invent Penn State,” the hearing focused on Penn State’s efforts to drive economic development, job creation, entrepreneurship and innovation, and student career success through the Invent Penn State initiative.
November 05
2021
GEW Penn State, Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics partner for panel event
Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) Penn State has partnered with Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics and the Penn State Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to host “Making Your Mark: Maximizing the Impact of Your Brand,” a panel discussion taking place from 7-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 10, at Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank.
November 05
2021
GEW Penn State to detail importance of authenticity in entrepreneurship
Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) Penn State will welcome Dr. Frey Brownson, internationally recognized solar of photovoltaics, climate mitigation policy and strategic planning, and sustainability expert, for one of its featured speaker events, “Authenticity in Entrepreneurship,” on Nov. 8
November 04
2021
StartUp Lehigh Valley competition showcases talents of budding entrepreneurs
On Wednesday, Oct. 27, Lehigh Valley LaunchBox powered by Penn State once again partnered with Factory LLC to provide a primetime showcase for the region’s next generation of entrepreneurs at the third annual StartUp Lehigh Valley pitch competition.
November 04
2021
Hazleton LaunchBox offering Global Entrepreneurship Week events Nov. 8-12
The Hazleton LaunchBox supported by Pasco L. Schiavo, Esq. will host more than a dozen events geared toward learning, innovation and entrepreneurship from Nov. 8-12 during Global Entrepreneurship Week.
October 29
2021
Brandywine LaunchBox to celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week
The Brandywine LaunchBox powered by Penn State, a signature program of the Invent Penn State initiative, is collaborating with local community partners to offer a series of events to support Global Entrepreneurship Week, which will take place during the week of Nov. 8-12.
October 29
2021
At North Central PA LaunchBox, collaboration reignites region
Located in the renovated Old Deposit Bank Building on East Long Avenue in DuBois, North Central PA LaunchBox powered by Penn State DuBois is providing a boost to Cameron, Clarion, Clearfield, Elk, Jefferson, McKean and Potter counties.
October 29
2021
The Corner LaunchBox catalyzing local business, entrepreneurship
Located on Fifth Avenue in downtown New Kensington, The Corner LaunchBox has helped a majority of the businesses on its own street, and in return, has helped revitalize the town’s business district. The innovation space has directly helped or interacted with more than 80% of small businesses within the downtown corridor, providing programing, business advice, networking events and other resources to the community.
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