HARRISBURG, PA — The Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE) at Harrisburg University of Science & Technology (HU) is proud to celebrate seven of its supported startups being named to Central Penn Business Journal’s “In the Lead 2025: Start Up Businesses” list. The 2025 list recognizes the region’s most promising young companies for the year and highlights the CIE’s commitment to nurturing innovative, scalable ventures across industries ranging from tech and finance to healthcare and education.
This recognition not only celebrates the startups themselves but also marks a powerful endorsement of the CIE’s expanding influence as a launchpad for high-impact, high-growth companies in Central Pennsylvania and beyond.
The following CIE-affiliated businesses were named to the 2025 list:
- 80/20 Quality: Helping small and mid-sized manufacturers meet quality standards with streamlined tools and assessments.
- Athlon, Inc.: A youth-focused fitness tech company and creator of Rallee!, empowering kids through gamification and movement-based social connection.
- Linguasign: Making communication accessible between the Deaf and hearing communities with inclusive, tech-driven sign-language education.
- O2MOVE: A division of Total Rehabilitation Systems, offering cutting-edge physical therapy and training experiences.
- MacroPivot: Delivering advanced financial analytics and AI-driven tools to revolutionize financial advising.
- Quest: A mission-driven financial planning app that seeks to boost financial literacy throughout the US using gamification and a fun, intuitive platform.
- Talent DeCode: Using AI, data analysis, and behavioral science to help companies decode and develop top talent across teams and leadership.
“These founders are building the future, from AI-powered finance and accessible communication to fitness tech for kids and inclusive career development,” said Jay Jayamohan, Executive Director of the CIE. “This recognition reflects the talent, grit, and vision driving our community forward. It’s also a testament to what happens when we invest in the right people, at the right time, with the right support.”
To learn more about how the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship supports science- and technology-focused entrepreneurial ventures in Central Pennsylvania, visit CIE.HarrisburgU.edu or reach out to CIE@HarrisburgU.edu.
ABOUT HARRISBURG UNIVERSITY
Harrisburg University was recognized by US News & World Report as one of the nation’s most innovative colleges for 2025. HU is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and is a private, nonprofit university offering bachelor’s and graduate degree programs in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, nursing, and other health science fields. For additional information about HU’s affordable, demand-driven undergraduate and graduate programs, please call 717.901.5146 or email Connect@HarrisburgU.edu. Stay updated by following Harrisburg University on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.
CONTACT
Interested in learning more about or partnering with the CIE at Harrisburg University? Please contact Jay Jayamohan, Executive Director of the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship.
Do you have questions about this story or about Harrisburg University? Please reach out to Dan Wilhelm, Communications Manager for Harrisburg University of Science & Technology, with all media inquiries.
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