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BEAVER FALLS, Pa. – The Beaver Valley LaunchBox lit up Penn State Beaver with energy, empowerment, and entrepreneurship at its second annual Queen B event on May 22, 2025. The evening was a powerful celebration of local women in business, showcasing dynamic leaders who are building impactful ventures right here in Beaver County.  Held on the Penn State Beaver campus, Queen B 2025 honored eight women business owners and one duo-owner team, all of whom shared their entrepreneurial journeys during a captivating panel discussion. The evening was moderated by Stephanie Menor, the driving force behind Queen B and a key...

BEAVER FALLS, Pa. – The Holiday Market at the B-Hive, organized by Beaver Valley LaunchBox in celebration of Small Business Saturday, was a resounding success.  The B-Hive was bustling with activity as approximately 15 vendors showcased their handcrafted and locally sourced products. The space was filled with vibrant art, unique jewelry, and the enticing aromas of delicious food.  Despite the chilly weather, a steady stream of customers from the surrounding community came to support small businesses. The festive atmosphere was heightened by Christmas music playing in the background, creating a warm and cheerful ambiance. Visitors enjoyed browsing through an array...

Beaver Valley LaunchBox successfully hosted a series of summer workshops designed to help small businesses thrive. These workshops attracted an excellent turnout from Beaver County's small business community, fostering valuable connections and equipping participants with practical knowledge to boost their businesses.   The three workshops focused on essential topics for small businesses: Social Media Marketing, Canva Designs, and Generative AI, all led by experts in the field. Participants developed their marketing strategies, created ready-to-use flyers, and crafted social media calendars during these workshops. The B-Hive has become a central space for local entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and network with like-minded...

Kristen Greco, a registered nurse and mother of two, had a vision to establish a business supporting new mothers and fostering community, but she lacked resources or prior business experience. She sought help to launch her venture and create a business strategy to reach a wider audience, aiming to empower new moms through her services. Kristen was directed to Beaver Valley LaunchBox, and her entrepreneurial journey began from there. She visited the team and mentors during their weekly open house and started working on her dream to start the business with the support of her friends, family, Beaver Valley LaunchBox...

BEAVER FALLS, Pa. – Women entrepreneurs from Beaver County were the focus of a panel discussion hosted by the Beaver Valley LaunchBox. The June 5 event, Queen B’s, was held in the B-HIVE (Beaver Valley Hub for Innovation, Venture and Entrepreneurship) and celebrated six entrepreneurs who shared their stories. The panel discussion was moderated by Joline Atkins, artistic director of The Baby Bello and fitness professional who facilitates group strength sessions with women online. The Queen B panelists were Allison Hutchins of Hutch and Home, Kristi Harper of Café Kolache, Renee Suhr of Stray Cat Studio and The Baby Bello,...