Fostering Local Business Growth
ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ nurtures entrepreneurship through campus programs and deep community ties. By aligning with local priorities, we support economic growth, elevate partners and co-create a stronger, more vibrant ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ Valley.
Presented by ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾, StartUp ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ Valley, showcases local entrepreneurs pitching their ideas to expert judges for cash prizes. The event connects innovation, community, and opportunity in a high-energy, live setting.
ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½Íøվ’s SBDC is a one-stop powerhouse for business success—offering entrepreneurs expert, confidential consulting, unmatched access to global and government markets, and hands-on support from a top-tier university. It’s where smart growth begins.
ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ and Rising Tide continue a powerful partnership. With ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½Íøվ’s support and credit line, Rising Tide fuels small business growth while offering students real-world experience.
Bridging Campus & Community
ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ fosters partnerships that connect campus and community through service, education, and outreach. Students, faculty, and staff work alongside South Bethlehem and ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ Valley neighbors to drive positive change.
Fueling Area Tech
, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ and funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Community Economic Development, drives job creation and economic growth. They achieve this by investing in and supporting tech startups and manufacturers. Its physical incubator, Ben Franklin Tech Ventures, is located on ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾'s Mountaintop Campus.
Empowering Local Manufacturers
, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ and not-for-profit public/private partnership, is dedicated to creating manufacturing jobs and economic opportunity in the region. The team at MRC help small and mid-sized manufacturers become more competitive, adopt lean and agile processes, invest more effectively in their human capital and strategically grow their companies.
Supporting Growth in the Valley
ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ partners with ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ Valley Economic Development Corporation () to help strengthen the ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ Valley’s economy. Through collaboration, they support job creation, business growth, and a vibrant, inclusive future for the region and its residents.
Strengthening Main Streets Together
ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ partners with the to foster economic growth and vibrant communities. Together, they empower local businesses, strengthen and enhance the quality of life across the region’s Main Streets.
Creating Community
From historic towns and scenic trails to festivals, food and arts, offers an unmatched quality of life. ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ proudly calls this dynamic, welcoming region home—where learning meets living.
Partnering for Bethlehem’s Growth
ÌÇÐÄviog¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾ partners with Bethlehem Economic Development Corporation () to advance innovation, economic opportunity and neighborhood revitalization in South Bethlehem. Together, they support initiatives like the KIZ, SouthSide Arts District, and SouthSide Ambassadors.
A Flourishing Community
