Start Up With Us
Providing crucial programs and generous support for Penn State innovators, affiliated startups, and small businesses—and sharing their inspiring stories.
Economic Development Across the Commonwealth
Developing and stewarding the University’s economic development programs, resources, and events, including Happy Valley LaunchBox and 20 additional innovation spaces in campus communities across Pennsylvania.
Penn State’s Startup Pipeline
Assisting faculty innovators in Penn State’s startup pipeline with commercialization strategy and execution, including startup training, access to funding, and management matchmaking. Also providing prospective industry and investment partners opportunities for engagement.
Innovation Ecosystem Development & Storytelling
Facilitating the Invent Penn State initiative and entrepreneurship and innovation storytelling.
Support Startups
Penn State student and faculty innovations have the potential to make a tremendous impact on society. Help us support the best and brightest changemakers and technologies at Penn State.
News
Nov 30, 2022
Invent Penn State LaunchBox and Innovation Network supports startups across Pa.
Nov 29, 2022
Altoona LaunchBox to present website building best practices webinar
Nov 29, 2022
Global Entrepreneurship Week Penn State inspires entrepreneurs, community
Featured Events
November 14 - 18, 2022 -
Global Entrepreneurship Week Penn State
GEW Penn State, managed by the Penn State Small Business Development Center (SBDC), celebrates relationships between members of the University and the local entrepreneurial communities.
March 20 - 23, 2023 -
Penn State Startup Week powered by PNC
Penn State Startup Week powered by PNC brings together the best and brightest Penn State student and alumni entrepreneurs and innovators for a week long entrepreneurship immersion and celebration.