Lesson #5: Make your own luck
Wayne Barz of TechVentures in Bethlehem talks about the eternal struggle between risk and luck -- and how a smart entrepreneur can take control of those essential elements.
Local startups look to win big at Venture Idol
On November 3, northeastern PA companies will compete for dollars and attention from both investors and the audience at this exciting annual event.
VOICES: Building a better company by taking time off
At Andrew Stanten's Altitude Marketing, partners are required to take a sabbatical every five years. This time, he returned with some essential insights about protecting your venture from overreliance on your persona and skillset, while also placing trust in your team.
From Bethlehem's OraSure Technologies: Some good news on Zika
The company is hard at work on a rapid test for the virus, aided by up to $16.6 million in federal funding.
Ben Franklin to invest $136,000 in Northeastern PA economic development
The organization's goal is to lead northeastern Pennsylvania to a better economic future by growing early-stage companies, helping manufacturers achieve industry leadership, and promoting a favorable business environment.
Lesson #4: Don't live in Dilbert's world
In the next installation of our "Incubating Innovation" series, Wayne Barz encourages technology-minded founders to embrace the sales side. For a growing company, building a skilled sales force is at least as important as the ability to develop new products.
In Shenandoah, Lee's Oriental Gourmet Foods ups its dumpling game
A well-timed investment helps this PA manufacturer maximize its production capacity and meet the growing demand for its tasty products.
Ben Franklin/Lehigh Partnership has Engaged 2,000 Students
In this program, student workers who are bright, driven and ambitious boost local companies. Meanwhile, those students earn real-world experience, preparing them to become the next generation of industry leaders.
Lesson #3: Your corporate DNA evolves with every person you hire
Building a team is essential when nurturing a successful startup. Wayne Barz of TechVentures shares some insights and tips for recruiting employee number one through employee number 100.
Ben Franklin Business Incubator Network expands to 14 members
One of the largest incubator networks in the U.S. just got bigger.