Penn State News

November 19 2025

Berks LaunchBox announces seven new 'IMAGINE Your Business' grant recipients

The Berks LaunchBox powered by Penn State has announced seven recipients of its IMAGINE Your Business grant, designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs accelerate their business growth. The program awards up to $2,000 to assist startups with prototyping, marketing, product development and other essential business expenses.
November 19 2025

Berks LaunchBox announces 2025 Idea TestLab pitch competition winners

The Berks LaunchBox powered by Penn State recently announced the winners of its Idea TestLab Pitch Competition in an award ceremony held on Nov. 5. Renaissance Labs earned first place, HT Organic Solutions took second place, and Heintz Tax Service placed third. In addition, this year’s Advisor’s Spotlight Award was presented to Jen Kutchner and Ruby Rodriguez of the Gilded Page.       
November 18 2025

Impact through innovation: PennTAP’s 60-year legacy empowering Pa. businesses

For six decades, the Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program has been a catalyst for economic growth, environmental stewardship and technological advancement across Pennsylvania. Reflecting on its 60th year, PennTAP is celebrating growing statewide impact and a leadership role in one of Pennsylvania’s most significant grant programs.
November 17 2025

LaunchBox opens at Pennsylvania College of Technology

Pennsylvania College of Technology has officially opened the doors to a collaboration space designed to empower entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into action. Williamsport LaunchBox supported by Ken and Kristie Healy has become the 24th innovation space in the Invent Penn State LaunchBox and Innovation Network.