Somerset County

The Alleghenies are home to some of the best views and finest camping experiences on the east coast. Thousands of explorers travel to the area every year to enjoy both beauty and adventure. A new [...]

“Is the juice worth the squeeze?” That’s one of the questions that Startup Alleghenies coach Matt Reckner helps each entrepreneur determine for themselves. Regardless of what stage the startup [...]

Michele Rhodes opened Great Day Juice Company in Somerset County after 27 years in cosmetology. Her advice? “If you really want to do something, there is no time to waste!” “Everyone deserves to [...]

By Cara Aungst In 2020, Lace Sparrow was started as an online option for size inclusive, comfortable and fashionable clothing for women. On July 1, the boutique opened a brick-and-mortar shop at [...]

By Chara Fitch   From guidance to grants, Startup Alleghenies is transforming the region and revitalizing local industry. In a recent survey, we asked Startup Alleghenies entrepreneurs how [...]

At the core of Startup Alleghenies are entrepreneurial coaches who work one-on-one with startups and small emerging businesses—whether the idea is only on paper or already in the works. The [...]

There has never been a better time to support small businesses. Not only will shoppers be supporting their local economy, but they can also be sure that gifts for family and friends reach them in [...]

Ben Franklin Technology Partners, an award-winning, tech-based economic development program, is offering emerging entrepreneurs and small manufacturers the opportunity to participate in our fun, [...]

[Originally published in the Somerset Daily-American, August 17, 2020] The new Somerset County Startup Alleghenies entrepreneur coach believes that there is a lot of potential for businesses in [...]

Even a pandemic can’t stop entrepreneurship in the Southern Alleghenies. Ben Franklin Technology Partner’s first virtual BIG IDEA Pitch Presentation and Awards was held June 18, 2020. About 100 [...]