About

Supporting and building our local economy
Hazleton LaunchBox is a no-cost startup accelerator and coworking space designed to provide early-stage startup companies with the support and resources needed to build a sustainable business and a viable plan for growth. It is open to community members and those affiliated with Penn State.
WE OFFER:
  • Business accelerator programs
  • Teen Entrepreneurship Challenge
  • Spanish Speaker Series
  • Coworking space
  • Legal and intellectual property services
Meet the LaunchBox Team
William Andahazy, Ed.D.

Mindset Developer

William is the Entrepreneurship Education Coordinator for the Hazleton Launchbox. He develops programs that provide aspiring entrepreneurs tangible and actionable steps to de-risk the entrepreneurship process. When not at the Launchbox, William enjoys multiple outdoor hobbies, good BBQ, and exploring new places.
Fermin Diaz

Idea Engineer

Fermin is the Hazleton LaunchBox’s Entrepreneurship Facilitator. Through the valuable relationships he has built in the Hazleton community and beyond, he connects aspiring entrepreneurs with industry experts and other professionals to share their insight and experiences.