November 17, 2026 Business After Hours: Global Entrepreneurship Week, Community Networking

Join us on Tuesday, November 17, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. as we celebrate the 5th annual Community Networking Event during Global Entrepreneurship Week at the Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub in downtown State College. For five years, this event has brought together entrepreneurs, business owners, innovators, community leaders, and professionals from across the region to spark new relationships and strengthen existing ones. This year, we're celebrating that milestone by rolling out the blue carpet and inviting attendees to join us for an evening of networking, conversation, refreshments, facility tours, and anniversary cake from a local bakery. Whether you're making your first connection or reconnecting with long-time partners, this special anniversary event offers a welcoming space to engage with the people and organizations helping shape our community's future. Guests will have the opportunity to explore the six-story Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub, home to Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC Bank, OriginLabs, and a vibrant ecosystem of entrepreneurs, startups, and innovators. Tours will be available throughout the evening. The Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub features collaborative spaces designed to accelerate innovation, technology commercialization, and local business growth through peer learning, knowledge sharing, and mentorship. Whether you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, aspiring entrepreneur, student, community partner, or simply interested in expanding your network, we invite you to join us as we celebrate five years of connections and look ahead to what's next. Registration is required. This event is free and open to all. This event is presented by the Penn State Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Invent Penn State,