Berks LaunchBox

10/07/2026

What a great first night of our Idea TestLab customer discovery accelerator! 💡

Thank you to the participating teams for bringing your ideas, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn. We’re excited to see what you discover as you talk with potential customers and explore how your businesses can meet their needs.

A special thank-you to our coaches for giving their personal time to help these entrepreneurs grow. Your experience, encouragement, and thoughtful questions make such a difference!

10/06/2026

📣 ¿Quieres anunciar tu negocio en Facebook e Instagram, pero no sabes por dónde empezar?

¡Acompáñanos esta noche en Publicidad pagada para principiantes: Meta Ads!

Aprende a definir tu objetivo, identificar tu audiencia, establecer un presupuesto y evitar errores que te cuesten dinero. Recibirás una lista sencilla para planificar tu primera campaña. ✅

💻 Webinar en español
📅 Hoy, 6 de octubre | 6:00–7:30 p. m.
👉 ¡Inscríbete y empieza a planificar tus anuncios con más confianza!
https://berkslaunchbox.psu.edu/updates/

📣 Want to advertise your business on Facebook and Instagram but unsure where to start?

Join us tonight for Paid Advertising for Beginners: Meta Ads!

Learn how to set a campaign goal, identify your audience, plan a budget, and avoid costly mistakes. You’ll receive a simple checklist to help plan your first campaign. ✅

💻 Webinar presented in Spanish
📅 Today, October 6 | 6:00–7:30 p.m.
👉 Register and start planning your ads with more confidence!

10/01/2026

Got an idea but not sure what to do next? You do not have to figure it out alone. Berks LaunchBox offers free support to help entrepreneurs test ideas, solve problems, and move forward.

09/30/2026

More time to create, connect, and grow! Check out our new extended Berks LaunchBox hours. ⏰ 🚀

09/29/2026

Veilka and Neo recently worked with Berks LaunchBox engineer Andrew Linares to complete a 3D upper-body scan and print a detailed physical likeness.

The project gave them an opportunity to explore how 3D scanning and printing can support customized product development, creative prototyping, and other future business applications. We love helping entrepreneurs experiment with new technology and turn possibilities into something tangible.

09/25/2026

Ready to stop guessing and start bringing in more customers?

Learn simple ways to attract the right customers, build trust, improve follow-up, and turn interest into sales. We’ll also explore practical ways to use AI tools to save time with your marketing.

Join us Oct. 20 for this free, practical workshop plus networking with other local entrepreneurs.

Space is limited. Register today! https://berkslaunchbox.psu.edu/updates/

More Customers, Less Guesswork: Marketing and Sales for Early-Stage Businesses Early-stage business owners often feel pressure to market everywhere, post constantly, try every new platform, and pursue every potential customer. However, more activity does not always lead to more business. In this pra...

09/24/2026

A look back at our Calm in the Chaos: Stress Reduction for Entrepreneurs workshop! 💙

Thank you to Coach Navi of Organize Your Life Consulting for sharing practical strategies to help manage stress, build resilience, and move forward with greater clarity. Learn more about Coach Navi at https://navixha.com/.

And thank you to Angie Drebushenko of Mindful Masterpieces for introducing us to Zentangle and giving everyone a chance to slow down, create, and recharge. Learn more about Angie and her workshops at https://sites.google.com/view/mindful-masterpieces/home.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the evening!

09/23/2026

Goggleworks artist Birdie Zoltan recently came to the Berks LaunchBox for help bringing a vivid childhood memory to life through sculpture.

Growing up in a farmhouse, Birdie once turned on the faucet for a bath, only to discover the tub filling with mice. Her father handled the situation, but the unforgettable memory stayed with her.

Birdie created whimsical “box mice” with zipper tails and worked with Makerspace Engineer Jim Hong to 3D print the hands that will complete the scene.

We love seeing artists combine personal stories, creativity, and technology in such unexpected ways.

09/22/2026

Don’t miss the fun! Join the Small Business Resource Association for networking at B2 Bistro on September 30, 5:30-7pm.

Register here: https://www.sbrassociation.com/register-b2-bistr

09/19/2026

We loved seeing four startups we’ve worked with at today’s West Reading Fall Festival: DivaDance, Thunderflash Hot Sauce, Saint Rocco’s Treats, and Ciccio’s Olives! 🎉