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About The Penn State Impact Forum

The Penn State Impact Forum is a cross-sector convening that brings together leaders from education, industry, government, and community organizations to explore solutions that drive workforce readiness, innovation, economic growth, and social impact.

This event creates opportunities for collaboration and action around the issues shaping our communities and workplaces. Through keynote conversations, interactive sessions, networking experiences, and student engagement opportunities, participants build connections that extend beyond the event itself.

The Penn State Impact Forum is designed to connect people and institutions that are working to address complex challenges and create meaningful impact.

The event focuses on themes including:

Workforce readiness and talent development
Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
Innovation and entrepreneurship
Economic and community development
Education and lifelong learning
Cross-sector partnerships and collaboration

We welcome participants from across sectors to drive meaningful dialogue, new partnerships, and shared learning, including:

Higher education leaders, faculty, staff, and students
Business and industry executives
Entrepreneurs and innovators
Government and public-sector leaders
Economic development and workforce professionals
Community and nonprofit organizations

The Penn State Impact Forum builds on the foundation established by The Global Impact Forum (TGIF), launched in 2024 through a partnership between Penn State and Global Silicon Valley (GSV).

TGIF brought together national and international leaders in education, technology, workforce development, entrepreneurship, and innovation to explore how communities can create positive impact.

Today, the Penn State Impact Forum continues that legacy while expanding opportunities for collaboration and engagement across Pennsylvania and beyond.

Learn more about TGIF 2024 and TGIF 2025.

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