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UNIVERSITY CITY SCIENCE CENTER
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The NEED A 2007 study of the state of technology transfer in the region recommended the creation of a venue “to serve as the ‘clubhouse’ for innovation in the region and provide programming to attract researchers, entrepreneurs and investors to the venue.”
The SOLUTION: QUORUMA central gathering place for innovators and entrepreneurs to share ideas, learn about best practices and negotiate deals.
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Quorum was launched to bolster the region’s entrepreneurial capacity and commercialization activities by
creating a neutral meeting ground for entrepreneurs and innovators to connect with scientists, researchers, investors and
resource organizations -- and gain access to business-building advice.
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QUORUM BY THE NUMBERSSINCE 2011…..o 27,000+ visitorso 500+ events heldo $1+ Million raised
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o Coffee & Capitalo Smart Talko How to Talk to Moneyo Lunch for Hungry Mindso Office Hours
SIGNATURE PROGRAMS
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QUORUM LOUNGEAn informal place to meet, work & grow ideas
o Freeo Open accesso First come, first servedo A space for entrepreneurs
without the commitment of a desk or the burden of cost
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A COMMUNITY OF ENTREPRENEURS
Collaborations and partnerships have been formed between early-
stage companies working out of the Quorum Lounge
STRATEGIC PARTNER ALLIANCEIncludes nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware that share the Science Center’s commitment to supporting innovation, entrepreneurship and tech-based economic development
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9Innovation has its place.
