The Road to LionCage (RTLC) series is Penn State’s newest regional pitch platform — and in its very first season, it’s already sparking momentum. Designed to connect and elevate early-stage founders, RTLC is more than a lead-up to the LionCage Grand Finale in November — it’s a celebration of entrepreneurial talent across Southeastern Pennsylvania. So…

The Funding Myth That Trips Up Too Many Founders If I had a dollar for every time an entrepreneur told me they just need an investor to get started, I could probably fund a few startups myself. There’s this persistent myth floating around — that getting funded is the finish line. That once you land…

The Road to Lion Cage is off to a powerful start, spotlighting visionary entrepreneurs across the region through a dynamic series of pitch competitions. With two exciting stops completed, the momentum is building toward the grand finale at LionCage 2025, where the region’s most promising startups will compete for top honors and new opportunities.  Stop…