Summary: In this episode of "Stories from the LionCage," Kelli interviews Niklas, a sophomore at Penn State and co-founder of SlammedU. Niklas shares insights into his startup, which helps incoming…

Summary: In this episode, Joe Laezza shares his journey from developing a social-emotional card game in a Penn State entrepreneurship class to winning multiple pitch competitions, including IncU, and securing…

Summary: Discover the insights behind successful startup pitches, effective storytelling techniques, and the importance of community in fostering entrepreneurial growth. This episode features a comprehensive discussion with Chris Bradley, a…

Summary: Discover how Penn State's Lion Cage competition and Invent Penn State foster entrepreneurial growth, collaboration, and innovation. Join us as Brad Zdenek shares insights into the impact of pitch…

Summary: In this episode, Declan Curran, founder of More, shares his journey as a young entrepreneur. He discusses the inspiration behind creating a social network for young entrepreneurs and the…

Summary: In this episode, Ginny Palmieri shares her experience navigating a startup pitch competition, the value of clear storytelling, and how events like these can be game-changers for entrepreneurs. Whether…

Summary: In this episode, Kelli interviews Matt Cannin, the grand prize winner of the 2025 Lion Cage pitch competition. Matt discusses his company, NoPlex, a platform designed to help individuals…