FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 16, 2009

Contact: Jim Cecere, Philly Startup Leaders, Entrepreneur Expo Co-chair
Phone: 215-680-6325
Email: jimcecere@yahoo.com

Philadelphia Startups Reveal Business Ideas at Entrepreneur “Show and Tell” Event

Innovative Entrepreneurs, Technology and Creative Professionals Organize Free Public Tradeshow

March 16, 2009, Philadelphia, PA – Bright Ideas? Philly has them. The Entrepreneur Expo, a Philly Startup Leaders, Inc. event, sponsored in part by the Science Center and University City Keystone Innovation Zone, will showcase the work of top Philadelphia-area entrepreneurs in a tradeshow setting, with an estimated 50 exhibitors and a select number presenting keynote addresses about their emerging businesses. The event will be free of charge to the public and will be held from 6:00-9:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, at the Science Center on 3711 Market Street. Visit http://expo.phillystartupleaders.org for more information.

The Expo welcomes entrepreneurs, students, educators, and investors; leaders in the political, legal, and business communities; as well as those who are thinking about starting a new company, to actively participate in this event.  Participants will experience a vibrant setting while networking with future business leaders to learn about their exciting new businesses.

“This is the perfect venue for Philly area entrepreneurs to showcase their new business concepts and learn about what their fellow colleagues are inventing and taking to market,” said Doug Bellenger, COO at PhindMe Mobile. “It is also a great opportunity for the press and community to experience, first hand, a thriving startup and entrepreneurial environment in Philadelphia.”

“The Credo of Philly Startup Leaders is the creation and execution of novel business concepts by using personal initiative, ingenuity and risk tolerance of startup entrepreneurs.  The result is the kind of robust new business activity for the region, which will enable it to become one of the most resilient in these times,” said Steve Goodman, Senior Partner at Morgan Lewis. “It is exciting to see the way in which PSL is infusing this exciting event with its great energy and creativity.”

Entrepreneurs may apply to exhibit and give keynote presentations through the website: http://expo.phillystartupleaders.org.  Early registration is recommended as there are a limited number of spaces available.

About PSL: Philly Startup Leaders, Inc. unites isolated entrepreneurs into a network of ambitious leaders who inspire, energize and empower each other. PSL was founded in September, 2007, by an entrepreneur and exists as an active network of more than 300 business founders and executives, Venture Capitalists, Angel Investors, College and University Professors and executives and City Officials. PSL can be found making history in Historical Philadelphia everyday, at www.PhillyStartUpLeaders.org.

About the Science Center: The University City Science Center accelerates technology commercialization, regional economic development, and the market availability of life-enhancing scientific breakthroughs by bringing together innovations, scientists, entrepreneurs, funding, laboratory facilities, and business services.  Established in 1963 and headquartered in Philadelphia, the Science Center was the first, and remains the largest, urban research park in the United States.  It provides services that range from incubator space with fully-equipped laboratories and “plug ‘n play” offices for entrepreneurs to path-breaking programs designed to demonstrate, nurture, and sustain new technology businesses and bring their benefits to the region and the world. For more information about the Science Center, please visit the website at www.sciencecenter.org.

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Please join us!

Location:
3711 Market Street, 8th floor
Philadelphia, PA

The startup community in Philadelphia is thriving: Join us at the first annual Entrepreneur Expo to see our entrepreneurs in action.

The Entrepreneur Expo will be held on April 2, 2009 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm, at the Science Center, 3711 Market Street in Philadelphia. Over 40 entrepreneurs will display their dreams, ideas and hard work in a trade-show like setting, with a select number giving a brief presentation of their work.

Who Should Participate? This is a showcase for entrepreneurs and the entrepreneurial community. The event is open to the public and there is no admission fee. Anyone interested in the entrepreneurial community is encouraged to not only attend, but to actively engage the entrepreneurs in order to both understand and support their endeavor.

Who Will Be There? Entrepreneurs will showcase their work, either at exhibition tables or by providing brief presentations on their innovative ideas, products and businesses. Attendees will represent a broad spectrum of those involved or interested in the entrepreneurial community, such as entrepreneurs, students, educators, investors, etc.

What Should You Expect? Get ready for a vibrant scene of entrepreneurs eager to talk to you about their work and interact with you. Expect to see and hear about innovative new things and connect with like-minded individuals.

Why Do We Need This Event? Bright ideas can become reality when entrepreneurs take risks. This is what makes our small business economy strong and will help the Philadelphia area economy emerge from these challenging times.

Do You Want To Participate? If you are an entrepreneur, you can apply to exhibit your company and to present at the activity. A set of guidelines is available, and you are encouraged to apply. This event is for you!

For Questions About Exhibiting or Presenting at the Expo: Contact Gloria Bell at (267) 909-2308 or redstaplerconsulting@gmail.com.

For Press Inquiries or General Questions: Jim Cecere at 215 680-6325 or jimcecere@yahoo.com.

Get excited about the future. Get excited about the entrepreneurial spirit of Philadelphia. Come to the Entrepreneur Expo. Come and see tomorrow, today.

The Entrepreneur Expo is a Philly Startup Leaders event.