What an amazing night of networking and learning at the Berks LaunchBox! We loved seeing so many startups asking questions and sharing ideas — you made it a success! Huge thanks to Bell Media Group for leading a fantastic session on creating ads and social media content that get results! Big thanks to Farmhouse Organic Kitchen for the delicious food that kept everyone energized! And a special shoutout to Karla Garro-Espinoza from Koffee Dreams Roasters for the incredible coffee tasting — such a treat! #StartupSupport #LearnAndGrow #ReadingPA
关于我们
The Berks LaunchBox offers accelerator programs, mentoring, coworking space for startups, a makerspace with equipment for prototyping, and workshops focused on business development. The vision of the Berks LaunchBox is to increase the number of successful entrepreneurs and new businesses in Greater Reading. The mission of the Berks LaunchBox is assist early-stage entrepreneurs and startup companies with accessing the tools and resources they need to launch and grow in Greater Reading. The Berks LaunchBox represents a collaboration between Penn State Berks and Penn State Health St. Joseph to engage the community, students, faculty, and medical staff in helping grow the economy and improve the quality of life in the greater Reading area.
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https://berkslaunchbox.psu.edu/
Berks LaunchBox的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 战略管理服务
- 规模
- 2-10 人
- 总部
- Reading，Pennsylvania
- 类型
- 合营企业
- 创立
- 2016
- 领域
- coworking space、startup support、makerspace、entrepreneur support和prototyping
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201 Washington St
105
US，Pennsylvania，Reading，19607
Berks LaunchBox员工
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As a business owner, you’re not just selling a product or service—you’re selling a vision, a solution, and a brand. No one knows your business better than you, which is why YOU need to be its best salesperson. *Sales isn’t just about transactions; it’s about building relationships, understanding customer needs, and communicating value. *Whether you're pitching to investors, talking to customers, or networking, strong sales skills can set you apart. *Confidence, persistence, and a genuine belief in what you offer are key to success. Don’t shy away from sales—embrace it! The more you refine your sales skills, the more your business will grow. #Entrepreneurship #SalesSuccess #SmallBusinessTips
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Learn more about one of our amazing coworking companies, KissUX!
Meet Vera Hempel and Kuba Kerner, the co-founders of KissUX! The duo heads KissUX, which is an application prototyping tool, and Cactus Club Creative, a digital design agency. Vera and Kuba spend most of their time brainstorming about customer discovery and talking through the many aspects of the development process. Read more about Vera and Kuba! ?? https://lnkd.in/eU68TtT3
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Had a great call with Max Baez of Star City Boxing to assist him in growing his business. Excited to see him grow his business as well as his own career as a boxer! Check out their website at StarCityBoxing.org or head over to his gym in Reading: 1340 Centre Ave Rear, Reading, PA, 19601.
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Had an amazing time at last night's Business After Hours event hosted by Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks LaunchBox! Members had the opportunity to dive into the world of LaunchBox, hearing about their accelerator programs, mentorship opportunities, and seminars. It was inspiring to see the coworking space and makerspace, and even meet local startups benefiting from LaunchBox's resources. As always, it's great to see our Members networking, making connections, and enjoying a night of growth and collaboration! Huge thanks to Penn State Berks LaunchBox for being such a fantastic host and to everyone who attended! AND a special shoutout to the local startups who provided delicious catering and tasty coffee! #BusinessAfterHours #Networking #Innovation #tcacc #tcaccbettertogether #connect #relationships
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Interactive Stories Created For Rutgers, ACER, Heinekin, Konami, AAA, Goal.com (Just to name a few!)
On March 12th at 6pm Kyra Denlinger and I will be presenting "Connect & Grow: Social Media Advertising" in partnership with Berks LaunchBox! During this session, we'll be covering Facebook and Instagram ads and how you can get the most out of them if you're a startup. Some of the key points we'll be covering are: ? Setting up & managing campaigns in Ads Manager ? Choosing the right CTA & measuring success ? Boosting vs. ads – when & how to use each ? Live Demo: Meta Ads Manager Bring your burning social media questions! Looking forward to a great discussion on March 12th!
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Hey, we know OCOA - Curly Hair Care! Check out this podcast to hear their amazing journey!
In the newest episode of the Dare to Disrupt podcast; Meet Cory Varona-Corniel, MBA and Nicol Cancelmo, Penn State alumni and co-founders of OCOA - Curly Hair Care, a clean curl care brand redefining beauty for hermanas everywhere. Their journey started in 2018 with a mission to empower women to embrace their natural curls. Today, OCOA is an award-winning brand recognized by Forbes, TODAY, GQ Grooming Awards, and more. ??? Tune in with host Ryan Newman, CFA to hear how these sisters turned a personal challenge into a thriving business, all while balancing careers, family, and the ever-changing world of entrepreneurship. Listen now on: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ehdukFU5 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/ehgrSKqQ YouTube Music: https://lnkd.in/etSRGj-r #DareToDisrupt #InventPennState #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #CleanBeauty #Podcast
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?Emprendedores! ?? La temporada de impuestos está a la vuelta de la esquina, y estar preparado puede marcar la diferencia entre el estrés y el éxito. Te invito a un webinar gratuito organizado por Berks LaunchBox: ?? Cómo Estar Preparado para la Temporada de Impuestos como Emprendedor En este taller aprenderás: ? Consejos prácticos para la temporada de impuestos ? Fechas clave que debes tener presentes ? Cómo evitar errores comunes y manejar tus impuestos con confianza ??? Cuándo: Miércoles, 18 de diciembre ? Hora: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ?? Dónde: Zoom ?? Costo: ?100% gratis! Presentadora: Dulce Vargas Especialista en impuestos e inversiones, con experiencia ayudando a emprendedores a organizarse financieramente y alcanzar sus metas económicas. ?No te pierdas esta oportunidad de aprender y preparar tu negocio para crecer sin preocupaciones fiscales! ???? Regístrate aquí: https://lnkd.in/giYCVizn
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?? Join us for an engaging evening of innovation and networking! The Reading Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineering (IISE) Chapter Dinner and Networking Event with AIM Labs is just around the corner! Connect with peers, enjoy a delicious Italian dinner, and explore how Generative AI is transforming small businesses with insights from: ?? Dr. Abdullah Konak – Expert in emerging technologies and process innovation ?? Charlie Morris – Specialist in real-world AI applications for small businesses ?? When: Tuesday, December 10, 2024 ? Time: 5:30–7:15 PM ?? Where: Penn State Berks, Gaige 111 ?? Highlights include: GenAI Primer by Dr. Abdullah Konak Small Business Use Cases by Charlie Morris Networking opportunities with industry professionals ??? Cost: $20 (students and IISE members attend free!) ?? Dinner includes an Italian pasta buffet, Chicken Parmesan, salad, and cookies. ?? Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/erGw6hW4 Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how cutting-edge AI is reshaping business processes and driving growth! #GenerativeAI #IISEChapter #NetworkingEvent #SmallBusinessInnovation #PennStateBerks
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I’m happy to teach amazing tools to my community, and I’m grateful to Berks LaunchBox for making it all possible! In this recent Spanish class, I had the chance to guide local business owners on how to use AI for marketing. We even worked closely with Erika Valdez from Erival Soap to create a custom marketing plan that fits her business. Moments like these remind me of the impact we can make by sharing knowledge and empowering our local entrepreneurs. Looking forward to seeing more businesses grow and thrive! #aiformarketing #ai #readingpa #berkscounty Penn State AI Hub
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