The O'Pake Institute

General Information

Company Name

Founded Year

2007

Location (Offices)

Reading, United States

Founders / Decision Makers

Number of Employees

11-50

Industries

Education

Funding Stage

Grant

Social Media

The O'Pake Institute - Company Profile

The O'Pake Institute is an education startup founded in 2007 and headquartered in the United States. The institute serves as a catalyst for economic development and entrepreneurship in Berks County and beyond. Through Reading CollegeTowne, it acts as a change agent for the economic and entrepreneurial outlook of Reading. The institute's approach involves mentoring businesses through a student-powered model and actively partnering with other economic development drivers.

The O'Pake Institute celebrates the Catholic and Franciscan tradition valued by Alvernia University. It aligns with the university's mission, compelling individuals to be like St. Francis and serve as a source of transformation for students, the institution, and the community.

The most recent investment in The O'Pake Institute was a $5.00K grant investment received on 15 March 2021. The investment was made by Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania, emphasizing the interest and support of key players in the startup's development and mission.

Taxonomy: Economic development, Mentoring, Student initiatives, Business incubator, Experiential learning, Community engagement, Catalyst for growth, Franciscan tradition, Global economy participation, Educational expansion, Business planning, Intellectual property, Student-centered