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Penn State “All In” on Big Time Football


Jim Knowles, architect of Ohio State’s championship defense, spurned offers to remain in Columbus or depart for Oklahoma to instead become the new defensive coordinator at Penn State. ...the bottom line that secured James Franklin his choice of top assistants was a record-breaking contract that will reportedly pay Knowles more than $3 million annually.


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INDUSTRY

A Vision for “Sensor Valley”: Central PA Sensor Technology Cluster Event


A key initiative of the Sensor Technology Cluster is to create 200 high-paying jobs in the region within five years by launching and supporting 15 startups. The economic ripple effect will bring population growth, increased community vibrancy, and opportunities for surrounding towns.


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ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Why community is your and our biggest asset


Customers do not just want products, they want connection. They want to feel part of something bigger than themselves. When you shift your focus from transactions to relationships, you transform customers into loyal supporters. Community-driven businesses grow faster, retain customers longer, and spend less on marketing because their customers are doing the work for them.


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In case you missed it

Advanced Powder Products drives growth and innovation following fire recovery

Advanced Powder Products is advancing its operations with a major investment in Centre County.

 

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Procurement Business Partner – Transducer & Systems

Phillips. The salary range for this job is $132,000 - $210,000 annually. Learn more here.


Materials Science Research Engineer for Extreme Environments

Penn State University. The salary range for this job is $123,200 - $219,600 annually. Learn more here.


Market Research Specialist

Ben Franklin Technology Partners. The salary range for this job is $68,200.00 - $102,300.00 annually. Learn more here.



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Save the date: Innovation from within – May 22. Stimulating Entrepreneurship & Innovation in the Workplace: Get insights on how employees can innovate within an organization at this upcoming Intrapreneurship conference presented by the Penn State College of Engineering’s School of Engineering Design and Innovation (SEDI) and the Engineering Entrepreneurship Program. Featuring Christopher Goldman, Chief of Integration and Outreach for Space Security at Lockheed Martin, Space Division, the full-day event at Penn State Lehigh Valley includes breakfast, lunch and a reception. Space is limited to 50, so register today. Read more.

Lead and Learn with WJAC/AMP Sales and Marketing. Tuesday, February 11, 9:30-11 am. Read more.

Networking in the Valleys. Join the Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County and Happy Valley Adventure Bureau for an evening of networking at Elk Creek Cafe in Millheim is Thursday, February 27 from 5 - 7 PM. Read more.

Have an Idea to Make Aging Better? YOU COULD WIN UP TO $35,000! AgeTech Big Idea Contest – Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central & Northern PA Read more.

Entrepreneurs and investors, save the dates: April 10 & 11. The Invent Penn State Venture & IP Conference is set for April 10 & 11, 2025, at The Penn Stater. More than 400 people are expected to attend, including more than 60 startups and 40 investment firms. Read more.

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