GEW Penn State 2024

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is a vital framework ensuring the quality, safety, and consistency of products across industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, and medical devices. GMP guidelines provide a set of principles and regulations that govern the manufacturing process, from raw material sourcing to final product distribution, to ensure that every product meets the required standards of quality. This workshop will delve into the core components of GMP, the latest regulatory requirements, and best practices to help you achieve compliance and maintain excellence in manufacturing.

Topics to be covered:
Basic Regulations in:
Pharmaceutical
Food
Health Care Products

What is covered on a GMP System?
Safety
Identify
Strength
Purity
Quality

Guidelines and Practical Examples

How You Can Contribute to a GMP

Why Attend GMP?
Learn how to navigate the complexities of industry standards and ensure your business is always audit-ready.
Gain the knowledge to implement best practices to help you exceed customer expectations and build a strong reputation in the market.
Discover how to streamline processes, minimize errors, and reduce waste, leading to greater efficiency and cost savings throughout your organization.

Who Should Attend?
Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) Personnel, Production and Operations Managers, Regulatory Affairs Professionals, Supply Chain and Procurement Managers, R&D Scientists and Technicians, Facility and Maintenance Managers, Senior Management and Executives, anyone involved in the manufacturing process who wants to deepen their understanding of GMP principles and best practices

Registration is required. You can register HERE. Registrations will be taken up and until the program start time.

This event is presented by the Innovative Manufacturers' Center (IMC).

Event Address
1127 W 4th St, Williamsport, PA 17701

Collaborate with AI to pitch a new product or service! The Augmented Innovation Workshop explores how to use generative AI in entrepreneurial ventures. Participants will prompt generative AI to pitch new products, and to evaluate product and service innovations using De Bono's Six Thinking Hats. We'll also discuss the ethical implications and challenges of using AI in entrepreneurship and innovation. BYOD (bring your own device)!

Registration is not required for this event. This event is open to Penn State students and faculty.

This event is presented by Penn State Berks and The Flemming Creativity, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Development Center (CEED) Center.

Event Address
111 Gaige Technology and Business Innovation Building

Please join us on November 19, 2024, from 4:35 PM to 5:50 PM in 104 Keller Building for a special presentation by Mr. Bruce Herold, owner of the State College Chick-fil-A. Mr. Herold will speak to students in HM 202, with attendees from HM 484 also present, on the topic of "Successful Leadership and Its Key Characteristics." This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable insights into effective leadership from a successful business owner.

Registration is not required for this event.

This event is presented by the Penn State College of Health and Human Development and the School of Hospitality Management.

Event Address
Keller Building, The Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA 16801

Join the Penn State Small Business Development Center on Tuesday, November 19 from 5 - 7 pm for the 3rd annual Community Networking Event. Enjoy an evening of networking and community building during Global Entrepreneurship Week at Penn State. This event, hosted in partnership with CBICC After Hours, Centre Region Entrepreneur Network (CREN), and Women’s Networking Group (WiNGS) welcomes local entrepreneurs and innovators to come check out the Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub located in downtown State College.

Discover the six-story, 85,000-square-foot Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub, home to Happy Valley LaunchBox powered by PNC and OriginLabs, a rapid prototyping and fabrication lab. The building also features student club storage, a sixth-floor vista point/overlook event space, and collaborative areas designed to accelerate innovation, technology commercialization, and local startups through peer learning, knowledge sharing, and mentorship. Tours will be available throughout the event.

Enjoy complimentary food and drinks provided by local vendors. Please note that there is no on-site parking at the Eric J. Barron Innovation Hub, but there are several downtown parking options available.

Registration is required. This event is FREE for everyone to attend! Register HERE!

This event is presented by the Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County (CBICC), Centre Region Entrepreneur Network (CREN), Women's Network Group (WiNGs), the Penn State Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and Invent Penn State.

Event Address
123 South Burrowes Street, State College Pa, 16801