WEconnect Conference
Don’t miss Happy Valley’s largest gathering of business leaders and entrepreneurs on November 19!
Join 150+ entrepreneurs, business leaders and changemakers for a full day of hands-on workshops, expert panels and networking. Hear from proven leaders on how they built successful businesses right here in Happy Valley. Sessions also tackle what makes or breaks a business: early funding, the true cost of a commercial lease and the legal and IP decisions to get right from the start.
Starting out, scaling up or looking for your next big idea? WEconnect puts the best of Happy Valley’s business ecosystem in one place: founders, funders, local business organizations and Penn State experts. Choose from 10 sessions, meet potential partners and head home with ideas you can put to work.
Own a business? Add a Business Showcase table when you register and put it in front of the room.
This event is presented in celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week.
Join us for Happy Valley’s largest gathering of business leaders and entrepreneurs on November 19!
Your Ticket to WEconnect 2026
$60 — General Admission
Enjoy the full WEconnect Conference experience, including:
- Access to all conference sessions
- Breakfast and catered lunch
- Cocktail hour
- Networking, resources, and community connections
$100 — General Admission + Business Showcase
Includes everything in General Admission, plus:
- Reserved space to showcase your business during the conference
- Opportunity to connect with attendees and share your business
- Note: Business Showcase tables are available only to registered WEconnect attendees and must be reserved during registration
What to expect
WEconnect is a full-day experience built around learning, connection, and momentum. Engage in dynamic sessions, make meaningful connections, and discover resources and ideas to help you move forward.
The Business Showcase returns this year, giving attendees the opportunity to showcase their business during the conference. Add a Business Showcase table when you register.
From the Innovation Hallway to the Coffee + Connection Lounge, every space is designed to bring people together and create opportunities to connect, recharge, and build community.
Build Your WEconnect Experience
WEconnect Your Way
Start your morning and afternoon alongside fellow attendees with inspiring keynote sessions, then make the experience your own by choosing one breakout session during each half of the day. With a variety of topics to explore, you can focus on the ideas, challenges, and opportunities that matter most to you. Explore this year’s lineup and start planning your WEconnect experience!
Put Your Brand at the Center of WEconnect
Sponsor WEconnect 2026
Connect your organization with 150+ entrepreneurs, professionals, community leaders, and University partners while supporting a day dedicated to learning, connection, and business growth. Explore sponsorship opportunities designed to build visibility and engage directly with Central PA’s business community.
With generous donations from:
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Congxing Cai
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