At 6 p.m. on Nov. 15, student contestants from Penn State Altoona will be given a random object and a short timeline to create a 60-second elevator (product) pitch. Then, before a live and virtual audience, they will present their product.

Audience members will be able to vote online for their favorite contestant in several categories, such as Best Overall Presentation and Most Enthusiastic Presenter. Gift cards will be awarded to winners in each category.

This event is open to all Penn State Altoona students to participate as a contestant, and open to all students, faculty, staff, and community members to watch in person at the Devorris Downtown Center, 1431 12th Avenue, Altoona, or via Zoom. Zoom registration for “’Toona Tank” is available online.

About Global Entrepreneurship Week
Global Entrepreneurship Week is the annual celebration of Penn State's year-round commitment to innovation. It brings together students, faculty, staff, and community members to promote the entrepreneurial spirit and cultivate startup businesses. Each November, Global Entrepreneurship Week inspires people everywhere through local, national, and global events to help them explore their potential as innovators and self-starters.

Penn State Altoona's Global Entrepreneurship Week offers networks, presentations, and workshops to help make those dreams a reality for anyone who has ever dreamed of starting a business. Visit the Global Entrepreneurship Week site for more information and registration.