Session 1: First Steps in Developing a Bellefonte Business"

This 90 minute workshop will summarize the essential steps and key resources for opening or expanding a business in the Bellefonte Area. It will include a 60 minute presentation by SBDC expert Elizabeth Fegert and include a panel session to field Q&A from the audience. It will close with a 30 minute networking session. A continental breakfast is provided courtesy of The SpringBoard of Downtown Bellefonte Inc. 

Lead Presenter: Elizabeth Fegert of the Penn State Small Business Development Centre

Q&A Panel: Gina Thompson, Bellefonte Borough HARB and David Pribulka, Bellefonte Borough Manager

April 21, 2026  8-10am

Bellefonte Borough Building - Oak Room Conference Room (May be moved to the Bellefonte Chamber room if attendance exceeds 15)