Discover innovation, entrepreneurship at Penn State Startup Week powered by PNC

Penn State Startup Week powered by PNC will take place from March 20-24. The week will provide students an opportunity to explore Penn State’s vast entrepreneurial ecosystem, learn from successful Penn State alumni, and connect with innovative peers through fun, hands-on activities. Students can register to attend the various speaker sessions, workshops, and pitch competitions either … Read more

Local entrepreneur takes unorthodox road to coffee success

Williamsport, Pa. — Karl Fisher’s road to coffee success hasn’t been a direct path. Fisher, owner of Alabaster Coffee Roaster & Tea Co., started out as a youth pastor and worship leader in both State College and Williamsport. Along the way, he became an Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America leader, and studied violin performance … Read more