Friday, November 17, 2023 | 8:30AM
King’s College and Livestream
The tecBRIDGE Youth Entrepreneurship Conference is a creative half-day program designed for those interested in learning more about entrepreneurship and innovation. With a proud history of delivering leading edge content, the YEC directly complements traditional classroom topics with real world reality.
Join leading professors and successful entrepreneurs from the region to explore business building drivers including:
- Artificial Intelligence and Entrepreneurship
- Storytelling
- Let’s Talk Pricing
- Social Media Do’s and Don't’s
Who Should Attend?
- Students
- Aspiring Entrepreneurs
- Teachers
- Mentors
- Continuous Learners
The tecBRIDGE Youth Entrepreneurship Conference consists of keynote presentations, Subject Matter Expert breakout sessions, and panel discussions.
The YEC is a great starting point for anyone interested in the Spring 2024 Business Plan Competitions for high school students, college students, and aspiring entrepreneurs.
Breakout Session I
Frank Sorokach | Penn State Scranton
In this session, we will embark on a journey through the landscape of LinkedIn, where networking meets the digital age. We will explore the importance of LinkedIn and why you must have a profile on this platform. From decoding critical aspects of developing a profile to mastering the art of connection requests, we'll explore the intricacies of the most important social platform for professionals. This will be an insightful exploration into all the opportunities of LinkedIn, where the quest for meaningful connections is rapidly replacing the need for resumes. Get ready to untangle the threads of professional networking and position yourself with a captivating and effective online presence!
Cory Varona & Nicole Varona | OCOA
In a world often driven by external expectations, discover the profound impact of embracing your true self. Join Cory Varona, co-founder and CEO of Ocoa Beauty as to how their authenticity leads not just to success, but resonates with a community and builds a business. Embrace your authenticity, and let it become the driving force that unlocks the door to your dreams.
Tricia Richards-Service, PhD | I Need A Speaker
Why do people get so nervous speaking in front of a group? Because it’s important, that’s why! Come to this session to learn actionable techniques to conquer your presentation fears.
Breakout Session II
Jerry Lisman | Lisman Holdings
Join this breakout session to learn about key factors that influence pricing decisions. Let’s Talk Pricing will explore the impacts of sales channels, Cost of Goods (COGS), and how the market itself all matter. We’ll discuss common pricing mistakes entrepreneurs make too.
Does anyone really understand what Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) means? Join us to find out.
Abby Rhodes | Ginger Rootz Media
Social media is everywhere!
Just when you think you’ve figured it out, it changes again! Learn the do’s & don’ts of social media with the help of Abby Rhodes. Use the tips you learn in this session on your own profiles and watch them excel.
Dr. Howard Fisher | University of Scranton
You craft the story of your life, no one else can tell your story. YOU determine the direction of your life story!
Panel Discussion
I Wish Someone Told Me
Jocelyn Sterenchock
Panel Moderator
Director of Economic Development for Greater Hazleton CANDO
Jay Sensi | Campus Kaizen
Jay Sensi, Founder & CEO of Campus Kaizen, is an accomplished leader in the education technology industry, with more than 10 years of experience starting, growing and leading Soft-as-a-Solution (SaaS) organizations through higher education and K-12 verticals.
His expertise includes continuous improvement, organizational leadership and project management. Sensi, a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, leads Campus Kaizen with a drive for continuous improvement and innovation to be an industry leader in software platforms that support more K-12 and Higher Education in key and critical operations. Sensi received his M.B.A. and B.S., Electrical Engineering from the University of Scranton where he serves on the Entrepreneurship Advisory Board.
Tobi Somori | Alvernia University
Tobi, a senior at Alvernia University, is majoring in Economics and minoring in Data Science. With over five years of experience, including roles at companies like Amazon, she has had the opportunity to implement cost-reduction solutions, optimizing and refining processes. Her unwavering passion for innovation and creative problem-solving has driven her to create Ev̱i̱meró̱, a mobile app designed to serve as a virtual personal assistant for aspiring professionals, particularly students, helping them with effective schedule and time management.
Camaryn Lokuta | Coal Creative
Camaryn’s passion has always been people – meeting people, getting to know them and creating lasting relationships. She is dedicated to making sure Coal Creative’s work produces lasting, positive change in the community. Camaryn earned her bachelor’s degree in marketing and management from Penn State (WE ARE!) in 2016. As Managing Director, Camaryn is part of the team writing goals for Coal Creative’s growth plan. She nurtures relationships with clients and strategic partners, reviews contracts and represents the company as a committee person for various organizations. Internally, she keeps things running smoothly, oversees the hiring process, and implements changes that serve the well-being of her team.
Our Sponsors
Entrepreneurship Institute Conference 2022 Highlights
Mailing Address/Offices
Tobin Hall
501 Madison Ave.
Scranton, PA 18503
Scranton Enterprise Center
201 Lackawanna Ave.
Scranton, PA 18503
(570) 341-8099