Rep. Clint Owlett is set to host his inaugural Future Entrepreneur Summit on May 1 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Penn Wells Hotel. The event invites students and aspiring business leaders from the area.
“Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy, and we want to make sure we are providing the support necessary to help new businesses grow and prepare the next generation of small business leaders in our communities,” Owlett stated. He added, “This is a great opportunity to learn from one another as we grow together.”
The event will include a panel discussion featuring business personalities such as Jordyn Smith, co-owner of Smith and Co.; Dustin Butler of Butler Hill Beef Farm; Sarah Callahan from Flower Girl Florist; and Jason Gehman, CEO of Prism Health. It is designed for high school students and individuals planning to start a business within two years or those who have recently embarked on their entrepreneurial journey. Participation is free, but prior registration is necessary, which can be done via Owlett’s website or by contacting his office.
The summit is co-hosted by Develop Tioga, Northern Tier Regional Planning and Development Commission, Progress Authority, University of Scranton Small Business Development Center, and Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Breakfast sponsors include Commonwealth University – Mansfield, National Federation of Independent Business, PA Chamber of Commerce, Pennsylvania College of Technology, and The Fund for Northern Tier Development.
