About Us
Inspiring Creativity and Purposeful Innovation
The Perricelli-Gegnas Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (PGCEI) empowers bold ideas and transformative action at Bucknell University. Founded in 2024, PGCEI bridges Bucknell’s three colleges to spark creativity, drive innovation and create lasting impact. Through hands-on workshops, dedicated mentorship and a dynamic community, we equip students and faculty with the skills to turn ideas into impactful ventures while cultivating personal and professional growth to drive meaningful change.
Our Mission
Building people before ventures, inspiring purposeful action to create value for the common good.
At PGCEI, we are committed to:
- Driving positive societal impact through creative innovation.
- Welcoming and respecting all ideas and identities.
- Upholding ethical practices and investments.
- Serving the entire Bucknell community and beyond.
Led by Director Erin Jablonski, the center's vision is to inspire and equip Bucknellians to recognize opportunities for change, develop meaningful solutions and create value for the benefit of society.
Leadership Team
The PGCEI leadership team serves as the primary decision-making body of the center and includes the director, faculty fellows, staff fellow and liaisons.
Meet the leadership team:
- Erin Jablonski, center director
- Charles Kim, PGCEI faculty fellow, College of Engineering
- Emily Martin, PGCEI faculty fellow, College of Arts & Sciences
- Bill Meek, PGCEI faculty fellow, Freeman College of Management
- Steve Stumbris, PGCEI staff fellow
- Abby Gulden-Luthi, liaison
- Katherine Furlong, liaison