Entrepreneurship

David Oatman, founder of Oatman Originals, transitioned from a 40-year career in defense manufacturing to pursuing his passion for woodworking. With the support of Startup Alleghenies and local [...]

The Southern Alleghenies region has a proud history in manufacturing. A student video contest—now in its second year—is helping to educate a new generation on how the industry can offer [...]

“Over the last year we went to so many vendor shows—probably 60 or 70 last year alone,” Logan Byers, owner of Byers Botanicals said. “As I’ve gotten to know clients and listened to their [...]

In just a year since starting My Asylum Collectives, Erika Taylor is taking the leap from online sales to a brick-and-mortar storefront opening April 12 in Downtown Somerset, ready to continue [...]

Renee Saylor’s passion for books combined with the skills she acquired in 15 years of teaching are proving to be perfect for her path to entrepreneurship. She shares her journey and future plans [...]

Entrepreneurship is on the rise in America, according to the SBA: A record-breaking 5.5 million new business applications were filed last year alone. Find out more about NatlEShipWeek and how you [...]

Do you have an interest, expertise or hobby you’d like to turn into a career? It is possible to make a profit from doing something you love and benefits your customers and community. Make plans [...]

As a realtor, Jennifer Queer saw firsthand that her clients—buyers and sellers—needed help cleaning, an area where she also has some expertise. Combining the experience from her full-time job [...]

There’s lots of advice out there for entrepreneurs. We’ve rounded up some of the top tips you can use whether you’re just getting started or are well on your way. Remember that in addition to [...]

If you have a business idea and passion for making it happen, the Alleghenies is the perfect place to be. Even if you have no experience starting or running a business, you CAN be successful. [...]