Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central & Northern PA

📢 Exciting News! Check out our 2024 Annual Program Overview magazine! 🌟 Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern PA is proud to lead innovation and economic resilience in #Pennsylvania. Learn about our impact, including the $210 million revenue generated by portfolio companies and our groundbreaking initiatives like the GO PA Fund and a $400,000 Strategic Development Grant. Together, we are driving progress and fostering a brighter future for Pennsylvania! 🚀 #Innovation #EconomicGrowth #BFTP #GOpaFund https://lnkd.in/eRA-HwqW

Ben Franklin Technology Partners presented to the #BFTDA and the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development. 💱 Since its inception, Ben Franklin has boosted the state economy by more than $30 billion, generating more than 58,000 jobs in client firms, plus an additional 101,000 spinoff positions. #BenFranklin4PA We’re working for #PA!

✨Client Spotlight✨ Hear from Bruce Kraselsky, co-founder and CEO of X-Hab 3D, to learn how the company has grown over the past several years and what’s on the horizon. #benfranklinfunded #PAStartups https://lnkd.in/exvqfT-6

Hear from our Director and Portfolio Manager in the Erie region, Brian Slawin, as he comments on the business development of Blind Tiger Spirit-Free Cocktails during a recent "Big Check" presentation! #BFTP #Pennsylvania #eriepa #supportlocal #benfranklinfunded

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 On July 9, 2024, Ben Franklin Technology Partners held a virtual pitch event for their TechCelerator Startup Bootcamp. Eight entrepreneurial teams pitched their innovative ideas, competing for $10,000! 🥇 First place ($5,500) went to TDAY Sports, founded by Justin Leusner (Centre County). This social media marketing company targets Gen-Z sports fans with captivating content, filling a gap in sports media for younger generations. 🥈 Second place ($4,500) was awarded to Workforce Consolidation Solutions, founded by Ronnie Tillman-Hill and Alex Steele (Dauphin County). WCS provides eco-friendly employee transportation solutions, optimizing routes and reducing commute times to enhance employee experience. Congratulations to all the teams! Each entrepreneurial team is taking home $1,000 to support their journey. 🚀 #TechCelerator #StartupSuccess #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #BenFranklinFunded https://lnkd.in/e9Esn6Kp

Join us TODAY for the TechCelerator Finale Pitch Event and watch eight entrepreneurial teams compete to win $10,000! 📌 TODAY from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM 📌 No need to register - Join the webinar here: https://lnkd.in/e4WdDZwS

🌟 Attention creative entrepreneurs in Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, and Huntingdon counties! The Centre Foundation Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator Program is here to support you with business consulting and financial resources! Eligible creative entrepreneurs can receive $2,000 to start or grow their business. 📅 Application Opens: June 25, 2024 📅 Closes: August 15, 2024 Visit https://lnkd.in/evwVWbTR for more information on how to apply. Let's boost our local creative economy together!

Applications are due July 12!

🚀 Exciting News! We're continuing to fuel innovation with strategic investments across eight groundbreaking startups! From AR content management to advanced cancer research tools, these companies are set to revolutionize their industries. Learn more about the future of tech and innovation! 🌟 https://lnkd.in/gnBxBzaq #BenFranklinFunded #StartupFunding