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Learn Understand entrepreneurship and explore business ownership, fundamentals, and building awareness. Penn State's startup accelerator offering mentorship and resources
Free one-on-one consulting and business planning support
Free business consulting and resources for Pennsylvania veterans, active duty service members, and their families
Regular meetups connecting local entrepreneurs
Community of social entrepreneurs driving local impact
Annual worldwide celebration of innovators and job creators
Multi-day event featuring speakers, workshops, and competitions
Local network for entrepreneurs at all stages
Regional chamber supporting business growth and advocacy
Organization supporting downtown State College businesses
Visual framework for developing and documenting business models
Methodologies for rapid experimentation and validated learning
Pennsylvania's official portal for business registration and resources
Launch Take your idea and turn it into a business — from validation to your first customer. Workshops and coaching to test and validate your business concept
Prototyping support, maker resources, and technical mentorship
Prototyping, fabrication space, training and consultations
Maker space for developing and prototyping products
Register your business entity with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Federal resources for business structure and compliance
Early-stage funding and support for tech-oriented startups
Funding for build out costs for first-time brick-and-mortar businesses locating within the DSCID boundaries
Pitch competitions and connections to local angel investors
Support with financial planning, lending readiness, and funding opportunities
Grow & Scale Expand your market reach, deepen operations, and accelerate growth. Networking, referrals, and co-marketing opportunities
Local promotional programs and foot-traffic initiatives
One-on-one advising on digital marketing and sales strategy
Growth-stage investment and strategic advisory for tech companies
Low-interest revolving loan fund for Centre County businesses
Centre County's economic development authority offering financing programs
Facade improvement grants and downtown revitalization funding
Regional economic development partnership supporting business growth
State grants and low-interest loan programs for growing businesses
SBA 7(a) and 504 loan programs for expansion
Support for food and ag businesses entering global markets
Resources and financing for international trade
Regional export support and international trade resources
Sustain Maintain healthy operations, build resilience, and plan for the future of your business. Manufacturing extension partnership supporting operational excellence
Penn State's outreach program helping businesses improve processes and reduce costs
Long-term business planning, financial management, and operational consulting
Resources for minority-owned business financial stability
Low-interest bridge loans and working capital access
Cash flow analysis, financial projections, and accounting best practices
Resources for business dissolution, sale, or transfer
Expert guidance on business valuation and transition strategies
Guidance on consumer protection, contracts, and compliance
Find Talent Connect with skilled individuals, students, and workforce programs to build your team. Access Penn State's internship posting platform and connect with thousands of students
Held at the end of April, the largest regional career fair.
National job platform with strong local reach in the Happy Valley region
Professional network for connecting with candidates and posting openings
Free job posting and candidate matching services
Connect with student and alumni talent pipelines
Training funds, wage data, apprenticeships for businesses
Training assistance programs for employees
Skilled trades and technical workforce pipeline
Technical skills training for manufacturing and operations roles
Providing funding to train and upskill existing employees
Find a Place to Work Discover workspaces, offices, and facilities that fit your business needs. Downtown State College coworking with flexible membership options
Professional shared office suites with receptionist and meeting room access
Startup-friendly coworking, event space, and maker facilities at Penn State
Free public workspace with Wi-Fi, meeting rooms, and printing
Commercial real estate with DSCID incentives for downtown locations
Incubator space for early-stage businesses
Light industrial and warehouse space for manufacturing operations
Industrial business incubator space
3D printing, laser cutting, electronics, and prototyping equipment
Connection to Penn State research labs and specialized equipment
Have a question about resources in Centre County or need help finding the right support for your business? We're here to help.
The Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County (CBICC) is Centre County’s leading economic-development organization and business advocate.
Address: 131 S. Fraser Street
Suite 1
State College, PA 16801
Phone: 814-234-1829
Email: info@cbicc.org
Hours: Monday-Friday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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