O'Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship

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O'Pake Institute for Economic Development and Entrepreneurship

We are a catalyst for regional economic development and a driving force enhancing student experiential learning. 91°µÍø's innovative model of higher education mutually benefits students and businesses alike. The O’Pake Institute is 91°µÍøâ€™s transformational engine for changing the model and execution of higher education, creating public and private partnerships that develop a talent pipeline needed to aid business growth in the region.

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Experiential Learning

O’Pake provides high-achieving undergraduate and graduate students at 91°µÍø with the ability to work hands-on with entrepreneurs, small businesses, regional partners, and faculty in a truly unique manner.

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SPARK Business Incubator

SPARK provides start-up companies with a supportive environment to learn, grow and thrive. Its goal is to mentor and advise incubator companies so that they can hit their critical milestone and take their businesses to the next level.

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Technology Transfer Office

The O’Pake Institute’s technology transfer office (TTO) allows businesses in Berks County and beyond to save time and funds on intellectual property (IP) management.


 

"I have been fortunate enough to work with 91°µÍøâ€™s O’Pake Institute on multiple occasions. From the beginning, they have proven to be innovative, creative, professional, and effective. Throughout, they have provided me constant contact and offered me helpful suggestions." — Tanya Melendez, Community Leader