Amplifying vocational tech schools to empower young talent and support American manufacturing
By Emily Babinchak In a shifting educational landscape where the allure of traditional four-year institutions is waning, vocational technical education is re-emerging as a beacon of opportunity. According to recent data from the Wall Street Journal: More 18-year-olds are opting for skilled trade work over pricey college degrees.This trend is reflected in the increasing enrollment […]
New Happy Valley businesses fill media void
By Holly Riddle When you think of Happy Valley media, what companies come to mind? Maybe AccuWeather? Or WPSU Penn State? Or one of the region’s handful of marketing and advertising firms? While many of these are longstanding community institutions, newcomers on the scene are poised to make a big impact in the ever-evolving media […]
Unleash Company Innovation: Embrace Intrapreneurship
By Sarah Taylor Inspire company innovation with a free intrapreneurship conference proudly sponsored by Penn State School of Engineering Design and Innovation, the Engineering Entrepreneurship Program, Happy Valley Industry, Centre County Entrepreneur Network (CREN), Lockheed Martin, Ben Franklin Technology Partners, New Pig Corporation, and The Farrell Center for Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship. The world is […]
Happy Valley Businesses Support SMEs Amid HR Challenges
By Holly Riddle Human resources can pose a challenge for SMEs, particularly when you look at the way the talent landscape has evolved over the last four years. As we’ve covered in previous articles, an incoming workforce of recent college grads comes with new demands, from more flexible schedules and remote work policies to greater […]
Practice: From work to home, these Happy Valley businesses make each space your own
Whether you’re an entrepreneur dreaming up your ideal office set-up, or a homeowner newly moved to Happy Valley to pursue the region’s many business opportunities, the area’s local design experts have you covered. For Bridget McGuire, owner and designer at Interiors by J&O Studio, which specializes in window fashion, working with a local design […]
From work to home, these Happy Valley businesses make each space your own
By Holly Riddle Personal and customized attention and exceptional customer service are the hallmarks of local businesses that offer design and remodeling expertise to Happy Valley home and business owners. Find out how they create ideal home and office spaces. Whether you’re an entrepreneur dreaming up your ideal office set-up, or a homeowner newly moved […]
Moore Power Sales celebrates 29 years in business; calls future “very bright”
By Holly Riddle As Moore Power Sales celebrates its 29th year in business, founder John Moore reflected on the company’s past successes and future plans. Moore founded Moore Power Sales in 1995, following his decade-plus of experience in sales elsewhere. Since, Moore Power Sales has been working to help companies and individuals dissatisfied with their […]
Appalachian Outdoors: 50 years of integrity, customer satisfaction
By Holly Riddle Most Happy Valley residents don’t know a downtown State College without Appalachian Outdoors. Geoff Brugler started the business in 1974 and, since then, the outdoor adventure and sports-focused retail store has served the community with its industry expertise. Now, Brugler is 73 years old and eyeing retirement. “I’m ready to make a […]
New nanny service fills a critical need for Happy Valley families
By Holly Riddle For working parents, childcare is typically non-negotiable. However, for many Happy Valley professionals, finding that childcare is easier said than done — leaving some to wonder if they should forgo their career plans and stay home with the kiddos, while others worry for the futures of their entrepreneurial endeavors. “People started warning […]
