Fueling Ideas.
Powering Jobs.
We invest in and support Pennsylvania startups and established manufacturers — turning bold ideas into thriving enterprises.
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who we help
Find your path forward.
Startups & Founders
Early-stage companies building innovative technologies. We provide access to funding, mentorship, guidance, and network connections to help you move from idea to impact.
Established Manufacturers
Pennsylvania manufacturers modernizing operations and growing. We help you adopt advanced technologies to optimize operations and strengthen long-term competitiveness.
Investors & Partners
Investors and partners collaborate with us to access a vetted pipeline of high-potential ventures and engage in strategic investment and partnership opportunities.
Policymakers
Policymakers and community leaders work with us to advance technology innovation, job creation, and regional economic growth across Pennsylvania.
How We Drive Innovation
Three ways we help turn ideas into impact.
Ben Franklin Technology Partners is Pennsylvania’s statewide non-profit innovation network, accelerating technological innovation and economic growth across the Commonwealth. Through investment, expertise, and connections delivered locally through our regional partners, we help entrepreneurs and established manufacturers turn bold ideas into thriving enterprises that strengthen communities and drive economic impact.
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Early-Stage Funding & Growth Capital
We provide early-stage and growth capital to help companies start and scale at every stage of the journey.
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Expertise & Guidance
We offer hands-on business and technical support to help accelerate growth.
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Connections & Partnerships
We connect companies to mentors, investors, and strategic partners across Pennsylvania.
Companies We’ve Helped
Join thousands of
Pennsylvania
success stories.
From early-stage startups to established manufacturers — companies across Pennsylvania have grown with Ben Franklin’s support.
Why Pennsylvania
One of the best places to start and scale.
From world-class research universities to a thriving innovation network, Pennsylvania is one of the best places to start and scale your business. Our four regional partners cover the entire Commonwealth.
A Statewide Network with Local Expertise – Four regional partners helping companies start, grow, and scale in Pennsylvania.
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Join thousands of Pennsylvania companies that turned ideas into thriving enterprises.
