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Who We Are Gateways has worked to develop technologybased research centers and companies by negotiating implementing and managing all phases of the business acceleration process. Since its inception Gateways has established or formed collaborative alliances with over 30 technology centers primarily in Western Pennsylvania but extending throughout the Northeastern and Midwestern United States. The organization has also assisted in the formation of over 60 new or developmentstage ventures many of which are thriving today as successful business and economic development enterprises. Its efforts have contributed to the creation of thousands of jobs.