UNIVERSITY PARK — Entrepreneurs, small businesses, and community members across Clinton, Lycoming, Mifflin and Centre Counties are invited to attend a week of learning, networking, and celebration during Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), today, Nov. 18 to Nov. 24, hosted by the Penn State Small Business Development Center (SBDC).

The annual GEW event brings together Penn State’s students, faculty, staff, and local entrepreneurial communities during the week-long showcase of innovation, collaboration and education across an array of 40 free in-person and virtual presentations, workshops, and networking events tailored for startups and small business owners.

“We are thrilled to present a lineup of events, which will bring together organizations and individuals passionate about business ownership,” said Brandy Viehdorfer, marketing and events coordinator, SBDC. “Our goal is to create an environment where people can connect, learn, and grow, while gaining access to valuable resources and experts to help make their dreams come true.”

Throughout the week, participants can enjoy 40 learning and networking events across Centre, Clinton, Mifflin, and Lycoming counties, including the following among others:

Centre County: W.E. Connect Conference — Nov. 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (In-person)

Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub

123 South Burrowes Street State College Pa, 16801

Hosted by Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank, this empowering event is designed to bring together women of Happy Valley around the themes of leadership, resilience, and connections.

Centre County: Community Networking Event — Nov. 19, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (In-person)

Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub

123 South Burrowes Street State College Pa, 16801

Held in collaboration with the Chamber of Business & Industry Centre County and other local groups, this event invites the community to the Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub for an evening of networking.

Centre County: LIVE Podcast Recording at The Nittany Lion Inn with Gary Brandeis — Nov. 22, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Hybrid)

Nittany Lion Inn (1855 Lounge)

200 W Park Ave. University Park, PA 16803

Attend this Invent Penn State Dare to Disrupt LIVE podcast recording with Scholar Hotels Founder and CEO Gary Brandeis — a rare chance to hear his personal journey in the real estate and hospitality industry and get valuable insights into hotel development, management, and investing. Plus, you’ll get a sneak peek into the newly renovated Nittany Lion Inn.

Mifflin County: River Raptor Jet Boat Meet-Up — Nov. 20, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (In-person)

375 New Holland Dr. Belleville, PA 17004

A behind-the-scenes look at the Belleville-based River Raptor Jet Boats, renowned for their high-quality jet boat systems.

Clinton County: Golden Connections — Nov. 21, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. (In-person)

119 Pine Mountain Rd McElhattan, PA 17748

Featuring Hanna Stover of Momoyo Otsu boutique, who will share her collaborative story with Martina Guerra Goldsmith, highlighting the power of small business partnerships.

Lycoming County: GEW PM Exchange at New Trail Brewing Company — Nov. 21, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (In-person)

240 Arch St., Building 18 Williamsport, PA 17701

An evening of networking at New Trail Brewing, where entrepreneurs can connect over craft brews and appetizers.

For the full schedule and registration, visit https://gew.psu.edu/ or follow @gewpennstate on social media.

About the Penn State SBDC

Funding support and resources are provided through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration; by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania through the Department of Community and Economic Development; and in part through support from Penn State and with assistance from Lock Haven University. All services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. SBDC services are not available to individuals or entities that have been debarred or suspended by the federal government.

SBDCs are hosted by leading universities, colleges, state economic development agencies and private partners, and funded in part by the United States Congress through a partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration. There are nearly 1,000 local centers available to provide no-cost business consulting and low-cost training to new and existing businesses. The Penn State SBDC services Centre, Clinton, Lycoming and Mifflin counties in central Pennsylvania.