LaunchBox Ladies
- Virtual & in-person speaker events
- Member meetings for networking
- Resources focused on female entrepreneurs
The Lehigh Valley LaunchBox Ladies Speaker Series is a dynamic event series that spotlights the journeys, challenges, and triumphs of women entrepreneurs, leaders, and change-makers from across the region and beyond. Hosted by Lehigh Valley LaunchBox, these events are designed to inspire, educate, and connect women at all stages of their personal and professional journeys.
Each session features a featured speaker or panel of industry trailblazers who share their stories, insights, and lessons learned—followed by opportunities for networking, Q&A, and community building. From startup founders to nonprofit leaders, our speakers bring diverse perspectives and real-world wisdom to every conversation.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a student, a seasoned business owner, or someone passionate about supporting women in leadership, the LaunchBox Ladies Speaker Series offers the spark, the support, and the space to grow. Join us as we celebrate the power of women supporting women—and shape a more inclusive, innovative future together.
Check out the recordings from recent LaunchBox Ladies events.
AI For Your Business
One of the biggest challenges for early-stage founders? You can’t hire everyone you need yet. Most startups don’t have:
- a marketing team
- a research analyst
- a content writer
- a customer support team
But today, AI has helped fill some of those gaps.
At Lehigh Valley LaunchBox, Brad Zdenek shares how entrepreneurs are using AI tools to extend their capabilities and grow their businesses. The session was designed for founders looking to increase productivity without increasing payroll.
Selling Handwriting in a Technological World
Penn State Lehigh Valley LaunchBox welcomed internationally acclaimed forensic handwriting expert Beverley East for an event exploring how handwritten evidence and artificial intelligence are shaping modern investigations and communication.
Held in the Nittany Lion Café, the program brought together entrepreneurs, small business owners, students, and law enforcement professionals to discuss how handwriting continues to reveal truth and identity in an increasingly digital world.
Undressed with Greg Vetter
Greg Vetter, author and founder of #1 organic salad dressing Tessemae’s, shares what it’s like to start a company, build it to national success, and then see it sold out of bankruptcy.
His entrepreneurial journey exemplifies the creativity, perseverance, and vision that inspire our community of innovators. Events like this reflect our mission to foster collaboration, share knowledge, and support the growth of entrepreneurs in the Lehigh Valley.
Event Recording Archive
Pitching
Haley McClain Hill
April 2025
Imposter Syndrome
Dr. Crystal Agyei
November 2024
AI for Your Business
Dr. Jeff Bullock
October 2024
Gearing Up For Your Business Pitch
April 2024
Design Thinking
Dr. Laura Cruz
February 2024
LaunchBox Ladies is an educational series focusing on the unique challenges and victories of female entrepreneurs who impact the Lehigh Valley and beyond.