Todd Erdley

CEO, Videon Central, Inc.

"From Engineering to Entrepreneurship: Building on an EE/CSE Degree"

Abstract

A degree in EE or CSE isn't just about writing code or doing a Z-transform. It's about practicing logic, work processes and problem-solving. Ultimately, these degrees teach you to think. They give you confidence in your ability to solve problems. And with that confident, problem-solving attitude, you can do far more than many graduates realize. Your career doesn't need to be limited to what we think of as normal EEor CSE jobs. In fact, these degrees have given you most of what you need to make your own job. As an entrepreneur or an intrapreneur you can make use of your expertise, continue learning and find a fulfilling career path uniquely fitted to your interests.

Career Summary

Todd Erdley is a Happy Valley native, and he received BS and MS degrees in Electrical Engineering from Penn State. In 1997, he founded Videon Central. Videon is a partner and supplier to leading technology companies like Intel, Sony and Samsung. Over thirty million devices currently use Videon's media technology, and Todd has led the company through growth, challenges and pivots. Todd is passionate about entrepreneurship and frequently mentors others with a desire to grow their own businesses. He participates in various local entrepreneurial resource groups and founded the Centre Region Entrepreneur Network in 2009. Todd is also leading a Centre County economic development initiative focused on the growth of startups.