Road to LionCage - Open Road Category
2025-09-11 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Comcast LIFT Labs, 1800 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
Road to LionCage is a series of small, intimate pitch competitions that lead to the main LionCage Pitch Competition to be held on November 14. Each one will have a different topic or focus.

The September session is an “Open” Category where all entrepreneurs regardless of industry sector are welcome to apply.

But this is so much more than just a pitch competition.
Join us as we celebrate and support start-ups and entrepreneurs who are driving innovation and business success across southeastern Pennsylvania. Hear an informative panel discussion featuring successful entrepreneurs and business leaders followed by a pitch competition and closing reception where we’ll announce our winner and runner-up!
Guests are welcome and encouraged to attend, cheer on their favorite entrepreneur, listen to an inspiring panel discussion on what it takes to be an entrepreneur, and make new connections with business and community leaders.
There is no cost to pitch or attend. Advance registration required. Due to security, no walk-ins permitted.
Visit Road to LionCage website for more information.
Interested in pitching? Applications are open! Apply before midnight, August 25. CLICK HERE to apply.
Click the registration button below to attend as a guest.

i2n Scaling For Growth - Selling Like A Marine
2025-09-19 08:30 - 10:00 | FLEX at Chesterbrook, The Circuit - 851 Duportail Rd., Chesterbrook, PA, 19087, United States
Scaling for Growth is an educational series that helps to address the challenges and barriers experienced by entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses. We present strategies and solutions to timely topics from expert advisors and presenters.
Selling Like A Marine
At the heart of every entrepreneurial endeavor lies the ability to sell. In this interactive session, participants will discover what makes Marines so successful in this area and how those same traits can be applied to the sales process.
Known for their courage, endurance, decisiveness, and unwavering bearing, Marines exemplify qualities that directly translate into sales success. You’ll learn how adopting a Marine mindset can strengthen your selling approach and set you apart in business.
The session will be led by Alex Archawski, President of SalesEvolution, military veteran, and social entrepreneur. Alex will share powerful insights, practical tips, and proven techniques to help you sell with confidence and impact.
This is a must attend session for business owners, and current and aspiring entrepreneurs.
Advance registration required.

Road to LionCage - Young Entrepreneurs
2025-09-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Downingtown STEM Academy, 335 Manor Avenue, Downingtown, PA, 19335
Road to LionCage is a series of small, intimate pitch competitions that lead to the main LionCage Pitch Competition to be held on November 14. Each one will have a different topic or focus.
The September 30 session is focused on Young Entrepreneurs.
If you are you a student entrepreneur from a high school located across the six-county community of southeastern Pennsylvania with a big idea for a startup company, then Road to LionCage is for you! We invite high school students who are current or aspiring entrepreneurs to apply for this special pitch competition!
This is your chance to:

Pitch your startup or idea in front of a live audience
Connect with real entrepreneurs and mentors
Win a spot at LionCage 2025, the region’s top pitch competition

Whether you’ve got a tech idea, a solution to an old problem, or a big dream, we want to hear from you. Bring your passion, your creativity, and your hustle.
But this is so much more than just a pitch competition.
Join us as we celebrate and support start-ups and entrepreneurs who are driving innovation and business success across southeastern Pennsylvania. Hear an informative panel discussion featuring successful entrepreneurs and business leaders followed by a pitch competition and closing reception where we’ll announce our winner and runner-up!
Guests are welcome and encouraged to attend, cheer on their favorite entrepreneur, listen to an inspiring panel discussion on what it takes to be an entrepreneur, and make new connections with business and community leaders.
There is no cost to pitch or attend. Advance registration required. Use button below to register on Eventbrite.
Visit Road to LionCage website for more information.
Interested in pitching? CLICK HERE to complete the application.
Note: Application window closes: September 9 at 12:01 a.m. Only 5 – 7 entrepreneurs will be selected from the applications received.

Road to LionCage: U.S. Military Veteran Founders
2025-10-15 17:00 - 21:00 | Greencastle Consulting, 400 Chesterfield Parkway, Malvern, PA, 19355, United States
Road to LionCage is a series of small, intimate pitch competitions that lead to the main LionCage Pitch Competition to be held on November 14. Each one will have a different topic or focus.
The October 15 session is focused on U.S. Military Veteran Founders. Join us for an inspiring evening of pitches and camaraderie as we recognize the entrepreneurial spirit and leadership of those who have served our country with pride and are now building companies of today and tomorrow
But this is so much more than just a pitch competition.
Join us as we celebrate and support start-ups and entrepreneurs who are driving innovation and business success across southeastern Pennsylvania. Hear an informative panel discussion featuring successful entrepreneurs and business leaders followed by a pitch competition and closing reception where we’ll announce our winner and runner-up!
Guests are welcome and encouraged to attend, cheer on their favorite entrepreneur, listen to an inspiring panel discussion on what it takes to be an entrepreneur, and make new connections with business and community leaders.
There is no cost to pitch or attend. Advance registration required.
Visit Road to LionCage website for more information.
Interested in pitching? Applications are now open! CLICK HERE to apply.
Want to attend as a guest? Click on register button below.

Scaling for Growth- Understanding & Accessing Funding Options
2025-10-24 08:30 - 10:00 | FLEX at Chesterbrook, The Circuit - 851 Duportail Rd., Chesterbrook, PA, 19087, United States
Scaling for Growth is an educational series that helps to address the challenges and barriers experienced by entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses.
From tax credits and grants to accessing the catalyst loan fund, this session will highlight key programs designed specifically to help startups and small businesses across southeastern Pennsylvania to uncover and apply for funding opportunities.

LionCage Pitch Competition 2025 - Be a Part of the Audience!
2025-11-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Penn State Great Valley, Main Building | Knowledge Commons | 30 East Swedesford Road, Malvern, PA, 19355
Now in its 2nd year, join us as an audience member for the 2025 LionCage Pitch Competition. Cheer on your favorite entrepreneur and learn about the innovators of tomorrow who are transforming their industries and our society, and be inspired as the entrepreneurs make their pitch. Make new connections with business and community leaders and others from across our regional innovation ecosystem, and appreciate the Q&A with the entrepreneurs by our panel of LionCage Judges, from regional businesses.
Your ticket includes breakfast, lunch, keynote speaker sessions, and the Award Reception. Audience members may join us all day or for portions of the day.
About LionCage
A pitch competition to support entrepreneurs and innovators, LionCage is presented by Invent Penn State LaunchBoxes at Brandywine and Great Valley in partnership with i2n.
A winner will be selected across nine categories!
A total of $35,000 to be awarded!
Visit the LionCage website for more details about the competition

Meet the Network & International Holiday Social
2025-12-03 17:00 - 19:30 | Greencastle Consulting, 400 Chesterfield Parkway, Malvern, PA, 19355, United States
Join i2n and GBA for a collaborative celebration as we bring our communities of entrepreneurs, global business leaders, innovative companies — and those who support their growth — together for meaningful connections!
i2n and GBA invite you to a special Meet the Network & International Social, where global business leaders, founders, and friends will gather to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the year! Hosted with our friends and colleagues at GreenCastle Consulting, you can expect meaningful conversations with new connections and old friends in a uniquely festive atmosphere that highlights the power of collaboration.

Creators & Innovators Celebration 2026
2026-01-28 17:00 - 19:30 | Mission Capitalist Club, 646 Germantown Pike,, Lafayette Hill, PA, 19444
Join us for i2n’s Creators & Innovators Celebration, where the southeastern Pennsylvania innovation community comes together to honor breakthrough achievements and the visionaries driving them. We’ll toast startup leaders, entrepreneurs, and members of our i2n network – including Partners, Supporters, and Entrepreneurs – while making new connections during a relaxed, festive cocktail reception, generously hosted by the Mission Capitalist Club!
