TechCelerator @ State College wins $500K federal grant to turn ideas into businesses
The Ben Franklin Technology Partners' [email protected] State College has been awarded a competitive federal grant worth $500,000.
Wash Cycle Laundry forges a new path for socially conscious investing
A new loan for Wash Cycle Laundry isn�t just a way to grow the bottom line -- it�s also a challenge for it to meet major new hiring goals in line with its mission.
Founder Profile: Tony Powell of Orbweaver Sourcing
This Lehigh Valley company is disrupting electronics manufacturing with its supply-chain management software.
Doug Petillo of Leading Edge Ventures
A general partner at this early-stage venture fund based at Ben Franklin TechVentures in Bethlehem, Petillo is deeply passionate about the startup meritocracy and investing in creative companies that are transforming their industries.
With a new fund and a new outlook, Penn State University spurs innovation
This world-class research institution is pushing its professors and students to bring their groundbreaking ideas to the marketplace. Thanks to $30 million in funding and a new interdisciplinary academic program, State College is on track to become a
18 Pennsylvania Companies to Watch in 2015
As we look forward to the new year, Keystone Edge highlights a group of game-changing Commonwealth companies. Whether they're brewing beer, saving lives, making life more convenient or helping kids learn better, these startups are poised for a big 20
Lehigh Valley Angel Investors pay it forward
Three early-stage companies received investments totaling $260,000 in 2014 from The Lehigh Valley Angel Investors network (LVAI).
Your table is always ready thanks to Pittsburgh's booming NoWait
Pittsburgh's NoWait offers apps that take the waiting out of casual dining.
10 little things that will pack a big Pittsburgh punch in 2015
From its tiniest residents to its biggest ideas, Pittsburgh made some strategic moves in 2014 that have the potential to reap huge rewards in 2015 and beyond. Keystone Edge details the people, projects and places to watch.
Founder Profile: Michael Gausling of Originate Ventures
After exiting a wildly successful company, this Lehigh Valley entrepreneur co-founded a venture fund, investing in and mentoring promising startups.