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Hazleton LaunchBox to host free Idea Labs for entrepreneurs

HAZLETON, Pa. – Registration is open for two of the Hazleton LaunchBox supported by Pasco L. Schiavo, Esq.’s signature no-cost programs for entrepreneurs.

The Idea Design Lab will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 23, via Zoom. It is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs develop and refine business ideas and identify the next steps of the startup process.

The Idea Test Lab consists of three Zoom sessions on Tuesdays from March 29 to April 12 from 6-8 p.m. It is aimed at teaching entrepreneurs how to better understand customer problems and solutions, connect with potential customers, and identify the value that only they can provide.

Register by calling 570-450-3135 or contacting Entrepreneurship Education Coordinator William Andahazy at william.andahazy@psu.edu or Entrepreneurship Facilitator Fermin Diaz at fermin.diaz@psu.edu. Participants will receive information on how to join the sessions on Zoom following registration.

Located at 13 W. Broad St., the Hazleton LaunchBox provides entrepreneurs and early-stage startups with support and resources to build a sustainable business and viable plan for growth. It is open to members of the community and those affiliated with Penn State.