Startup Incubator

Pennovation Works features a startup incubator that provides resources and support to new, early-stage businesses via flexible space and membership options. Members are solopreneurs, multi-person startups, freelancers and/or mobile professionals working, collaborating and engaging. 

Memberships feature offices, lab benches, Inventor Garages and coworking desks to fit any budget and workstyle. Some membership tiers include 24/7 access, allowing members to produce their best work during non-traditional hours. Our dedicated entrepreneurial resource and engagement team support members throughout their startup journey. 

Learn more about Pennovation Works memberships by scheduling a time to meet with one of our team members.

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Second Floor Pitch Bleacher

Collaborative Memberships

Collaborative members enjoy access to a full suite of supportive startup and growth resources, including: 

  • Lab management support and services
  • Mentor matching with subject matter experts
  • Office hours with Penn's commercialization and ventures team
  • Networking with entrepreneurs, investors, partners, & innovators
  • Monthly member breakfast and seasonal / themed social events
  • Growth pathways across the Pennovation Works complex
  • Innovation@Penn resources, with thought leadership from Wharton, Penn Carey Law, Penn Health Tech, and more

Coworking Memberships

The Resident

  • Dedicated Desk
  • 24/7 Access
  • 6 hours of conference room time per month
  • Lobby signage
  • Mail/package delivery
  • Lockable storage

The Coworker

  • Non-Dedicated Desk
  • M-F Access
  • 4 hours of conference room time per month
  • Lobby signage
  • Lockable storage

Mobile Pro

  • Non-Dedicated Desk
  • M-F Access/10 days per month
  • 2 hours of conference room time per month

Conveniences & Amenities

Based on your membership level, Pennovation Works members have access to:

  • Community gathering spaces including the Pitch Bleachers and the Pennovation Plaza
  • Adjacent riverfront bike and walking trails
  • Private Pennovation Bus loop between the Works and University City
  • Conference rooms for meetings and presentations; private phone booths
  • On-site café with coffee and snacks and common kitchenette areas
  • Light administrative support including mail and package receiving
  • Basic office supplies and equipment including B&W/color networked printing, scanning, copying and faxing
  • Enterprise IT infrastructure with dedicated bandwidth
  • High-quality, ergonomic workstations and furniture
Member Perks

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