Berks LaunchBox

Got a software or app idea but not sure how to actually build it into something real?

Too many founders spend months planning, tweaking, and overthinking without ever getting real users or feedback. In this FREE hands-on workshop, software entrepreneur Jared Hoffa will show you how startups actually build successful products: launch faster, test ideas early, and improve through real-world feedback instead of perfection.

If you’ve been sitting on an idea, this is the push to finally move forward.

📅 Wednesday, July 15, 2026 - 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Berks LaunchBox at GoggleWorks, Reading, PA
🤝 Networking included
🎟 FREE to attend Register Today https://berkslaunchbox.psu.edu/updates/

Software Development for Startups | Berks LaunchBox Build It, Ship It, Learn: Real-World Software Development for Startups Stop planning. Start building. Most software ideas never make it out of the notebook—not because they’re bad, but because founders get stuck trying to perfect them before anyone ever uses them. In this session, you’ll learn...

Every great business starts with a problem. 👀
Look around—what’s frustrating, inefficient, or missing? That could be your opportunity to create something new.

If you’ve got an idea (even a small one), the Berks LaunchBox is here to help you turn it into a real product or service—with free support every step of the way.

🎉 Congratulations to the five newest IMAGINE Your Business Grant recipients from Berks LaunchBox powered by Penn State!

These local entrepreneurs are tackling real community needs — from youth sports and senior care to mental health and small business services — with support of $2,000 to help grow their ventures. We’re excited to see what’s next for these innovators in Berks County! 🚀

Check them out: https://www.psu.edu/news/berks/story/berks-launchbox-announces-five-new-imagine-your-business-grant-recipients

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