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Global Entrepreneurship Week 2019

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HackPSU

This November 2nd and 3rd, join over 900 students from across the nation for 24 hours of creation, innovation, and fun. From seasoned coding veterans to first-time hackers from any major or field, all are welcome to join. Discover your ability to create change by developing technology to solve real-world problems, working with industry leaders, and collaborating with your peers. Of course, they will offer free food, swag, prizes, and much more for your enjoyment! They will also be hosting a business-track Case Competition challenge, sponsored by EY!

To register for the event, visit https://hackpsu.org/.

Saturday November 2, 2019 12:00pm - Sunday November 3, 2019 5:00pm EST
Business Building

University Park

12:20pm EST

Driving Innovations to Make Plastics a Renewable Resource (113 Osmond Lab)

Leading the development and commercialization of technologies and innovations in existing markets is very difficult work. Creating a new industry is a whole other matter. Agilyx and its small team has been hard at work over the last 14 years developing technologies, know-how and comprehensive solution platforms essentially marrying the interests of the waste and recycling industries with petrochemical industries.

This event is sponsored by Agilyx.

Speakers

Kevin DeWhitt

Founder, Chief Technology Officer, Agilyx, Founder, PDO Technologies, Inc.

Kevin DeWhitt founded the Cleantech company Agilyx, (originally, Plas2Fuel), in March, 2004. As the founder and a key member of the executive team, he helped the company raise more than $100 million from angel investors, venture capitalists and strategic partners. Mr. DeWhitt... Read More →

Wednesday November 6, 2019 12:20pm - 1:00pm EST
Osmond Lab

University Park

2:00pm EST

HackPSU Challenge Winners Workshop

Listen to participants from the Fall HackPSU event discuss their winning projects, the challenges they faced, and the fun they had along the way.

Sunday November 10, 2019 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank 224 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801

University Park

6:00pm EST

Fireside Chat @ Krause: The Skills That Separate the Best Entrepreneurial Teams From the Rest (Krause Learning Space, 221 Chambers Building)

Join Frank Koe, Penn State Professor of Engineering, as he talks with Betsy Campbell, the founder of Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs and several technology ventures, about her latest book, The Innovator's Discussion: The Conversational Skills of Entrepreneurial Teams. Participants will learn about the core competencies that differentiate successful and unsuccessful teams. They also will learn techniques to cultivate these essential skills within their own innovative entrepreneurial teams.

Moderators

Frank T. Koe

Teaching Professor, Engineering Entrepreneurship, Penn State University

Speakers

Betsy Campbell

Assistant Professor and Research Associate, Penn State University

Betsy Campbell is an Assistant Professor in the College of Education and the director of The Cape at Penn State (https://sites/psu.edu/cape), a community of practice focused on improving issues of diversity and inclusion in entrepreneurship.Earlier in her career, Campbell founded... Read More →

Monday November 11, 2019 6:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Chambers Building

University Park

6:00pm EST

Pop Up Startups: How To Shakeup the Typical Storefront

Pop-up shops are taking over the retail world and rethinking traditional brick-and-mortar and big-box stores, while food trucks are moving away from their bland beginnings and are gaining popularity as a trendy pop-up restaurant option.

During this panel discussion, learn from local successful business owners who have expertise in these types of businesses. They will discuss their successes and lessons learned and what you need to know to get started with your food truck or pop-up shop. You can also learn the regulations and permitting needed to be in compliance for this rapidly expanding type of business.

To register for this event, visit: https://sbdc.psu.edu/events/pop-startups-shake-typical-storefront/. Registrations are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome! Light refreshments will be served. The gift shop at Discovery Space will be open during the event.

This event is sponsored by Pop Up Ave.

Moderators

Bill Zimmerman

Lecturer, Ad/PR Department, Penn State University

Bill Zimmerman is a lecturer in the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications, preparing students to be successful communications pros in the digital age. Additionally, he’s the host of “Happy Valley Hustle,” a podcast telling stories of entrepreneurship and innovation... Read More →

Speakers

Brad Groznik

Cofounder, Pop Up Ave

Pop Up Ave is a State College-based flea market with about 50 vendors selling the hippest handmade and vintage products. The flea also offers food, a beer garden and live music. Brad and Andrea Groznik cofounded the event in 2016 upon returning to State College after living in New... Read More →

Flavia Barger

Owner, Brazilian Munchies

Brazilian Munchies has been operating as a food truck in Centre County since 2018 but has been selling its products in the area since 2013. The company is based in Bellefonte, but regularly travels all around the State College and Penns Valley areas. Brazilian Munchies can also be... Read More →

Pamela Luu

Owner/Founder, Still Not A Hippie

What started out as a hobby, making products for herself as a way to control what's going onto her body, then making products for friends and family who needed them, turned into a small business, where the name came from her typical response to her friends who would joke with her... Read More →

Dan Murphy

Councilman, State College Borough

Dan currently serves as one of seven elected Councilmembers for the Borough of State College. Dan joined the State College community in 2012, after being invited to serve as the inaugural director for Student Orientation and Transition Programs at Penn State. Since then, Dan has worked... Read More →

Monday November 11, 2019 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST
Discovery Space 1224 N. Atherton St., State College, PA 16803

University Park

Livestream Available facebook.com/GEWpennstate

8:00pm EST

Creating A Resume That Resonates With Employers

Your resume is often one of the first impressions that you make with potential employers; and it is also one of the best ways to help you stand out from your competitors. But in a large stack of resumes on a recruiter’s desk, what can you do to make yours pop out? Bob Martin, a highly recognized Penn State Communications professional, is here to guide you through the process of creating a resume that drives your unique qualities and helps you shine among other candidates. Learn the basics of building a resume that transforms you from being just a name in a stack of papers to the irresistible individual chosen for the position. Be one step ahead of your competitors by not only having an impressive resume, but also becoming a familiar face to an established professional in the communications field.

Registration is required for this event. To register, visit: https://forms.gle/zbkSdMJnDQVuAB2s9.

Speakers

Bob Martin

Assistant Dean for Internships and Career Placement, Penn State University

Bob Martin leads the Office of Internships and Career Placement, which conducts two communications-specific job fairs each year. The office helps more than 500 students each year complete for-credit internships year. Additionally, Martin and his staff practice a student-centered approach... Read More →

Monday November 11, 2019 8:00pm - 9:00pm EST
Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank 224 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801

University Park

9:00pm EST

Jack Zerby: The Life Of A Modern Entrepreneur (THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED)

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

In today’s day and age, with modern technology and new products emerging every week, entrepreneurship is arguably one of the toughest (if not the toughest) field to succeed in. An entrepreneur must create a product that connects and resonates with the public long enough to pique their curiosity more than another competing product. So what is it that sets apart a “highly successful entrepreneur” from someone who doesn’t flourish as much in the field? Come listen to Jack Zerby as he discusses his life as a young entrepreneur in today’s society - including the daily struggles he faces as an entrepreneur, keeping up in an ever-booming industry, and retaining the attention of a distracted generation. Learn how to navigate the software - or any - industry from a highly credible and well established businessman.

Registration is required for this event. To register, visit: https://forms.gle/TFT22HgbtCSoAnYQ8.

Speakers

Jack Zerby

Co-founder, DoHQ

Currently co-founder of DoHQ, helping leaders attract their audience online with a private digital headquarters that on-boards, trains, and retains the curiosity of distracted people everywhere. Also, runs a software consulting business that guides business owners through a step by... Read More →

Monday November 11, 2019 9:00pm - 10:00pm EST
Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank 224 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801

University Park

8:00am EST

How to Attract and Retain a Quality Workforce

Looking for strategies to maintain and grow your business while also retaining and recruiting top talent? Current research shows that top employees are not afraid to leave their current company if they find better compensation or employment opportunities elsewhere. Join us for this morning event where guest speaker Jeffrey Krauss, from The HR Office, will cover best practices for policies, benefits, and unique selling propositions to help your company retain employees while attracting new ones.

To register for this event, please visit: https://sbdc.psu.edu/events/hr-policies-keep-attract-employees/. Registrations are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome!

This event is sponsored by Fulton Bank and the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County (CBICC).

Speakers

Janette Haas

Owner, Duck Donuts State College

Jeffrey Krauss

Co-Owner, The HR Office

Tuesday November 12, 2019 8:00am - 10:00am EST
CBICC Office 131 S. Fraser St., Suite 1, State College, PA 16801

University Park

9:30am EST

The First Step to Small Business Success

Have you always had the dream to start your own business but didn’t know where to begin? This free workshop will help aspiring entrepreneurs begin the process of owning a successful business, including evaluating business ideas, developing a business plan, and exploring financing options.

Learn from a business consultant about:

lifestyle requirements for business owners
how to assess the feasibility of your business idea
legal and tax implications of owning a business
how to develop a business plan
how to compile a bank-ready financial package
how to market your product or service
health and safety regulations that may apply to your business
where to find other resources that may help you succeed

To register for this event, visit: https://sbdc.psu.edu/events/first-step-small-business-success-16/.

Speakers

John Peterson

Interim Director, Penn State Small Business Development Center

John Peterson joined the Penn State Small Business Development Center in 2018 as a business consultant and is the current interim director of the Center. John’s consulting efforts are primarily focused on providing free, confidential one-on-one consulting to current or prospective... Read More →

Tuesday November 12, 2019 9:30am - 12:00pm EST
Schlow Library 211 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801

University Park

12:00pm EST

Finding Out the Truth About Your Idea: How to Talk to Customers to See if Your Idea is Worth Pursuing

Successful startups fix problems and meet the needs of their customers. But, before they can build a solution to do that, they need to verify that potential customers actually have the problem they think they do. This workshop provides actionable advice and best practices on using customer discovery to better understand your customer's problem, who they are, and the potential solution they are searching for.

To register for this event, visit: https://sbdc.psu.edu/events/finding-truth-idea-talk-customers-see-idea-worth-pursuing/. Registrations are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome! A light lunch will be provided.

This event is sponsored by innoblue.

Speakers

Benjamin Nason

Idea Catalyst, Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank

Benjamin is a graduate of the Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences with a passion for problem-solving. Having started a few companies during and after his college experience, he now is helping new founders to grow their ideas into companies.

Lee Erickson

Chief Amplifier, Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank

Lee spends her days downtown at the LaunchBox providing business advice and connecting startups to the resources, experts, and support they need to de-risk their business and accelerate their entry to market. As a serial entrepreneur in a previous live, Lee has worked with 100’s... Read More →

Tuesday November 12, 2019 12:00pm - 1:30pm EST
Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank 224 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801

University Park

4:35pm EST

Hospitality Entrepreneurship and Innovation Panel (104 Keller Auditorium)

A panel of hospitality industry executives will be discussing the challenges and opportunities in hospitality entrepreneurship. This dynamic panel will be facilitated through a moderator covering topics including business planning, competitive analysis, feasibility, funding, marketing and branding, and organizational growth.

Speakers

Joshua K. Blair

Co-Founder and Strategic Partnerships Director, Brandthumb

Joshua K. Blair, PMP, is Co-founder and Strategic Partnerships Director of BrandThumb - a minority owned business focused on branding strategy (brandthumb.com) for Food/Beverage/Hospitality. He serves on a variety of advisory boards associated Penn State University (NYC Alumni Assoc, Berks Campus Professional Writing, and Sports Business Conference). This year he participated in PSHRS Alumni in the classroom program.With twenty years as... Read More →

Nick Scott

Vice President, Scott Enterprises

Nick Scott, Jr. is an Erie business leader who along with his brother Chris (PSU HRIM 92’), and father Nick Sr. is responsible for operations and development at their third-generation family owned hospitality business, Scott Enterprises. The company was founded by Nick’s grandfather... Read More →

Traci Lipple

Principal and Founder, CoCo Blue Events

A detail-obsessed, experiential-driven event guru clinging to the belief that all great events start with a great vision and a passion to create a memorable experience. Traci is the founder and principal of Coco Blue Events – an event company focused on helping companies of all... Read More →

Tuesday November 12, 2019 4:35pm - 5:50pm EST
Keller Building

University Park

6:00pm EST

Veteran Entrepreneurship Presentation and Panel Discussion

The military teaches you lifelong skills, and many of these skills are transferable in becoming an entrepreneur. Effectively managing risk, operating under pressure, and being resourceful are just a few qualities needed in both business and the military. Hear from a panel of local veteran business owners on how they successfully started their own businesses.

Kelly Hunt Ed.D., a veteran, business owner, and district director of the U.S. Small Business Administration will present as well as moderate this event.

Panelists include:
-- Brad Cornali - Owner/CEO, Training 4 Life, Port Matilda
-- O.J. Johnston - Owner/CEO, OJ Johnston Consulting, Petersburg
-- Jayme Orr Rhodes - CEO, Serviam Construction, LLC, Altoona
-- David Panko - Owner/Investment Advisor/Financial Planner, Panko Wealth Management, State College
-- Eugene Weller - Owner, Allstate Insurance

To register for this event, visit: https://sbdc.psu.edu/events/veteran-entrepreneurship-panel-discussion/. Registrations are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome! Light refreshments will be served.

This event is sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

Moderators

Dr. Kelly Hunt

District Director, U.S. Small Business Administration

Branch: Air ForceRank: Staff SergeantMOS: Security PolicemanDr. Kelly A. Hunt is serving as the district director for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Pittsburgh District Office where she is responsible for the delivery and leadership of the agency's financial and business... Read More →

Speakers

Eugene Weller

Owner, Allstate Insurance, State College

Branch: Marine Corps and ArmyRank: MajorMOS: Aviation Supply Officer, Group Supply OfficerEugene is the owner of Allstate office in State College. He also is the coordinator for Centre County’s Toys for Tots. They collect nearly 18,000 toys per year, coordinating 750-1000 volunteers... Read More →

Brad Cornali

Owner/CEO, Training 4 Life

Branch: Marine CorpsRank: CaptainMOS: Artillery, Infantry, MAGTF Intelligence Officer. Served a year and a half of flight training to include intermediate tactical jet training.Brad is CEO of Training 4 Life. Providing a fully equipped mobile gym, good for any number of settings... Read More →

O.J. Johnston

Owner/CEO, OJ Johnston Consulting

Branch: Air ForceRank: ColonelMOS: B-52 bomber pilot and a test pilot and served two tours at the Pentagon in special weapons and stealth development.O.J. is CEO of OJ Johnston Consulting. Specializing in buying and selling small businesses.

Jayme Orr Rhodes

CEO, Serviam Construction, LLC

Branch: ArmyRank: CPTMOS: 21A-EngineerJayme is CEO at Serviam Construction. They are a service disabled, veteran and disadvantaged woman owned Small Business General Contractor located in Central Pennsylvania. Serviam specializes in VA, DoD, Commerical, and Educational Renovations... Read More →

David Panko

Owner/Investment Advisor/Financial Planner, Panko Wealth Management

Branch: ArmyRank: SergeantMOS: Explosives and Demolitions Instructor (Panko is still a licensed blaster)David is the owner of Panko Wealth Management with a support staff of three permanent employees, managing more than $140 million for clients throughout the US and Europe. He specializes... Read More →

Tuesday November 12, 2019 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST
Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank 224 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801

University Park

8:00pm EST

Student Startup Mixer

Have you ever been curious about working with a student startup or early stage business? This is your chance to informally meet with representatives from several student startups looking for students for spring or summer opportunities. No matter your where your talents or passion lies, likely there is a match for you at this event. Stop by, enjoy some free food and network with students who are passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation and ideation.

Tuesday November 12, 2019 8:00pm - 10:00pm EST
Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank 224 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801

University Park

9:30am EST

GEW Small Business Career Resource Event hosted by PSECU

This is a STUDENT focused event.

Students will have opportunities to learn about career planning, explore career options, prepare for networking events, and review resumes and other application materials.

If your company is interested in having a space at the Career Resource Event, please contact John Peterson at jdp228@psu.edu. Space is limited and will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.

Wednesday November 13, 2019 9:30am - 11:00am EST
Nittany Lion Inn 200 W. Park Ave., State College, PA 16803

University Park

11:30am EST

Student & Community Luncheon hosted by PSECU

This event is INVITATION ONLY.

Speakers

Aaron Nocks

Founder, Snap Custom Pizza

Peter Howey

Founder, Snap Custom Pizza

Rob Wasserman

Partner, Snap Custom Pizza

Wednesday November 13, 2019 11:30am - 1:00pm EST
Nittany Lion Inn 200 W. Park Ave., State College, PA 16803

University Park

5:00pm EST

Intrapreneurship: A Starting Point (221 Hammond Building)

Becoming an entrepreneur is hard work. And it’s risky too. With a reported 90% failure rate, many start-ups never develop into sustainable businesses. But carving out an entrepreneurial life is still something that a highly motivated few are willing to embark upon but not usually right after graduation.

Many graduates at Penn State are fortunate to find employment and earn a good starting salary. Engineering graduates, for example, can easily start at $65,000-$70,000 a year or more. This means that for recent grads the decision of initiating a highly speculative business makes little sense when student loans and other financial obligations must be reconciled.

Intrapreneurship means acting entrepreneurially within an existing company. This talk will further define intrapreneurship and explore how to identify entrepreneurial companies that are receptive to having you employ your entrepreneurial mindset while practicing entrepreneurial leadership skills. Time spent in an intrapreneurial firm provides opportunities to garner valuable experience while determining if entrepreneurship is something worthy of full-time consideration.

This session is ideal for those who want to practice entrepreneurship while making money in an established firm and not quite ready to commit to being a full-time entrepreneur.

Speakers

Frank T. Koe

Teaching Professor, Engineering Entrepreneurship, Penn State University

Wednesday November 13, 2019 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Hammond Building, University Park

University Park

6:00pm EST

Passport to Great Food and Brews: Happy Valley AgVentures

Central Pennsylvania has a wide-range of food and spirits to satisfy the pickiest of palates. Learn more about our area’s food and spirits trail, hear from local entrepreneurs, and sample some of our own locally-sourced food at this networking mixer at Maine Bay & Berry.

To register for this event, visit: https://sbdc.psu.edu/events/passport-great-food-brews-central-pa-tasting-trail/. Registrations are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome! Light refreshments will be provided by Maine Bay & Berry and Voodoo Brewery.

This event is sponsored by the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau.

Moderators

Lesley Kistner

Director of Public Affairs, The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau

Speakers

Eric Nartatez

General Manager, Voodoo Brewery

Shaun Knight & Christa Stofferahn

Co-Owners, Maine Bay and Berry

Shaun Knight and Christa Stofferahn are Co-Owners of Maine Bay and Berry Company located in State College, PA. Prior to beginning this business, Knight engaged in business consulting with his own company and was a faculty member at Penn State University teaching Management courses... Read More →

Kevin Lloyd

Co-owner/Production Manager, Big Spring Spirits

Wednesday November 13, 2019 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST
Maine Bay & Berry 201 Elmwood St., State College, PA 16801

University Park

Livestream Available facebook.com/GEWpennstate

6:00pm EST

2019 mHealth Challenge (Ruth Pike Auditorium, 22 Biobehavioral Health Building)

The Penn State mHealth Challenge is a cross-college engaged scholarship event in which undergraduate students in the College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST), the Department of Biobehavioral Health (BBH) in the College of Health and Human Development, and the College of Nursing collaborate on developing a low-fidelity prototype of a mobile health application design that addresses a societal health need associated with a specific target audience.

For more information visit: https://mhealthpennstate.weebly.com/.

This event is sponsored by the College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST), College of Nursing and College of Health and Human Development.

Wednesday November 13, 2019 6:00pm - 8:00pm EST
Biobehavioral Health Building

University Park

7:00pm EST

Ten Things I Learned From My First Podcast (Foster Auditorium, 102 Paterno Library)

Goffard will discuss the making of "Dirty John," a true-crime podcast about a con man who exploits a wealthy middle aged woman he meets on an Internet dating site.

Speakers

Christopher Goffard

Reporter and Creator of the Podcast "Dirty John", Los Angeles Times

Christopher Goffard is an author and a staff writer for the Los Angeles Times. He shared in the 2011Pulitzer Prize for the paper's Bell coverage and has twice been a Pulitzer finalist for feature writing. His novel "Snitch Jacket" was a finalist for the Edgar Allan Poe Award for Best... Read More →

Wednesday November 13, 2019 7:00pm - 8:30pm EST
Paterno Library

University Park

7:00pm EST

Limits of Imagination Film Series: "Salvage" (2019, Amy C. Elliott, Canada, 57 min.) + shorts

What a dump! While this term has long held a pejorative connotation, many residents of Yellowknife, Canada would disagree—they’re proud of their dump. Here, people come to salvage what others have discarded, reducing and reusing items improperly regarded as waste and building community in the process. But changes are afoot, as new residents want a more “modern” waste management system. (Part of a conversation with the Borough of State College about the future of plastic bags. Additional short films will be shown as part of the screening.)

Wednesday November 13, 2019 7:00pm - 9:00pm EST
Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank 224 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801

University Park

12:00pm EST

Social Media Ads Accelerator Program with Rob Z (Registration is currently AT CAPACITY)

We're sorry but this event is currently at capacity. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Do you want to leverage your business’s social media presence more effectively? This seminar can provide you the tools and insight needed to enhance your social media skills and take your company to the next level.

Learn more about how to:
-- get results with your social media content including video
-- how to create a results-driven plan and calendar to post content
-- learn a simple and profitable Facebook & Instagram Ads campaign that anyone can do

To register for this event, visit: https://sbdc.psu.edu/events/creating-content-strategy-plan/. Registrations are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome! A light lunch will be provided.

This event is sponsored by [CP]2.

Speakers

Rob Wentz (Rob Z)

Rob Wentz (Rob Z) is a 19 year veteran of the radio industry and hosts a daily show on Mix 94.7 in Altoona called “The Rob Z Show.” He is also an internet marketing consultant and manager with a focus on brand personality growth. Rob hosts his own podcast called “Rob Z Radio... Read More →

Thursday November 14, 2019 12:00pm - 1:30pm EST
New Leaf Initiative 243 S Allen St #337, State College, PA 16801

University Park

6:00pm EST

CREN & WiNGS Networking Reception

This event is by invitation only.

Thursday November 14, 2019 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST
3 Dots Downtown 137 E. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801

University Park

8:00pm EST

Got Funding? A Panel About Start-up Financing Options

Are you or your co-founders looking to expand your business? Do you have an idea and want to see if it is something others would invest in? Do you want to pursue a career in private equity? Come hear from representatives across the Penn State entrepreneurship landscape about options for funding and what potential investors are looking for. Open the next chapter of your founding story!

This event is sponsored by innoblue and Lion Launch Pad Special Living Option.

Moderators

Royce D'Souza

Student Entrepreneur

Speakers

Matt Rhodes

Venture Partner, 1855 Capital

Lee Erickson

Chief Amplifier, Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank

Lee spends her days downtown at the LaunchBox providing business advice and connecting startups to the resources, experts, and support they need to de-risk their business and accelerate their entry to market. As a serial entrepreneur in a previous live, Lee has worked with 100’s... Read More →

John Peterson

Interim Director, Penn State Small Business Development Center

John Peterson joined the Penn State Small Business Development Center in 2018 as a business consultant and is the current interim director of the Center. John’s consulting efforts are primarily focused on providing free, confidential one-on-one consulting to current or prospective... Read More →

Scott Luttmann

Venture Partner, Contrary Capital

Scott Johnson

Entrepreneur in Residence, Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central & Northern PA

Thursday November 14, 2019 8:00pm - 10:00pm EST
Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank 224 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801

University Park

12:00pm EST

Sustainability Showcase - John Gershenson: The Penn State HESE Program and Sustainable Ventures in Kenya (233AB HUB)

The CSL will be hosting twelve Sustainability Showcases this fall to make connections between faculty research, personal and professional interest and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals while broadening the discourse surrounding sustainability. Speakers are invited to give a thirty-minute talk, answer questions and hang around to mingle with attendees.

This year, the theme for the showcase series is: The Time is Now.

Fridays 12 - 1:30 pm, are held in 233AB HUB and include lunch for RSVP'd guests. RSVP HERE https://www.eventbrite.com/o/penn-state-council-of-sustainable-leaders-17675615222!

Speakers

John Gershenson

Penn State Director of Humanitarian Engineering & Social Entrepreneurship (HESE), Penn State Unviversity

Dr. John Gershenson is the Director of the Humanitarian Engineering and Social Entrepreneurship (HESE) Program at Penn State University. He has a B.A. in physics from Cornell University, an M.S. in mechanical engineering from The Ohio State University, and a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from University of Idaho. His research—which includes work on product/process architecture, lean/sus... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2019 12:00pm - 1:30pm EST
HUB-Robeson Center

University Park

5:30pm EST

Social Media is Everywhere. Are you?

We all know social media is pervasive. Do you know when to use it as a marketing tool? Or what you can expect to accomplish? How about which platforms will work for your constituents? Our experts will answer those (and lots of other) questions, share their successes, and maybe let us in on a miscue or two.

Panelists include:

Ellen Matis - Ellen is the owner of Hello Social Co., where she works with businesses and organizations to craft expert social media strategies. More at https://hellosocialco.com/
Christie Clancy - Christie is a social media manager at Penn State, musician and photographer. Whether it's for the University, an exhibit or a new show for her band, social media is a part of her every day life -- from "small business" style to large scale initiatives. More at https://www.linkedin.com/in/clancy214/

This event is a joint effort between [CP]2 and Penn State's Global Entrepreneurship Week. While there is no charge for attendance, we do have a limit of 60 tickets.

To register for this event, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/social-media-is-everywhere-are-you-tickets-70814625451.

Tuesday November 19, 2019 5:30pm - 7:30pm EST
3 Dots Downtown 137 E. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801

University Park

6:00pm EST

"Extreme by Design" Film Screening (Foster Auditorium, 102 Paterno Library)

“Extreme by Design” follows teams of Stanford business, engineering, and medical students as they develop affordable solutions to pressing problems in developing countries in southern Asia. The students are part of a course offered through Stanford’s Institute of Design called “Design for Extreme Affordability.”

From the film’s synopsis: “The students apply the “Design Thinking” approach, tapping previously undiscovered creativity and draw on methods from engineering and industrial design, and combine them with ideas from the arts, tools from the social sciences, and insights from the business world. Believing that they can and will make a difference, the students open their hearts and brains and remarkably, almost magically, their products take shape and work.”

This event is sponsored by Penn State University Libraries.

Tuesday November 19, 2019 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST
Paterno Library

University Park

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