Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence

The Institute for Entrepreneurial Excellence (IEE) helps people realize their dreams. We are growing the region's economy by nurturing and promoting new product commercialization, entrepreneurial activity, innovative agricultural production, new business creation and established business growth. Committed to the interests of every kind of entrepreneur and business owner, we are building the future by creating the business and wealth that will sustain and grow the vibrant culture of Western Pennsylvania. Combining the research capabilities of the University of Pittsburgh, the renowned faculty of the Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business, the vast talents of the region's students, and the dedicated staff of the IEE, we provide experienced guidance and valuable resources to businesses.

How We Can Help

 

Our experienced staff and customized programming offer the personalized, focused support you need to start your business, take it to the next level, navigate challenges or plan for the future.

How we can help.

IEE Mission

To Be The Innovative Leader of Economic Renewal and Growth Serving Enterprising People and Businesses In The Region.

Spotlight

  • Total Compensation Reports
    A big idea now available for small companies
    Date: 07/31/2009

    In these times when raises aren’t possible, consider this easy-to-use software that allows owners to communicate to staff the total value of their compensation. After all, your business expends much more on people than just pay… but do they know the total value invested on them? Nationally, the average is 43% of pay! And everybody just takes it - and you - for granted! Try Free Report!
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  • De La Torre featured in Pennsylvania Senate video
    Date: 06/15/2009

    De La Torre Orthotics & Prosthetics, Inc., a long-time client and recent winner of the Small Business Person of the Year award for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, was profiled in Capital Connection, a statewide show hosted by the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Broadcast Services. Pitt SBDC Director Ray Vargo also appears in the video to discuss the importance of SBDC services.
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  • Rep. Murphy visits Agricultural Entrepreneurship Program client Grandview Dairy Farm
    Date: 06/01/2009

    Pennsylvania Representative Tim Murphy recently joined Agricultural Entrepreneurship Program Director Craig Sweger for a tour of Grandview Dairy Farm, an organic dairy client with newly enhanced facilities.
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  • SBIR Webinar
    Date: 05/31/2009

    SBDC Management Consultant Greg Rice presents "Show Me the Money," a Webinar covering the basics of the SBIR/STTR program.
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Upcoming Programs

  • The First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Small Business.
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  • The Second Step: Developing a Business Plan.
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