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Ben Franklin’s 2026 Erie TechCelerator Winners Announced!
On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern Pennsylvania, in partnership with the Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority, hosted the 2026 Erie TechCelerator Live Pitch […]
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... Read More >Ben Franklin Technology Partners Brings Expanded Manufacturing Expertise to North Central Pennsylvania
Meet the new North Central Portfolio Manager bringing more than 30 years of manufacturing experience to the region For the businesses and economic development partners of North Central Pennsylvania, Ben […]
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... Read More >Erie’s Startup Ecosystem Continues to Accelerate with 8 Companies Selected for the Spring 2026 TechCelerator
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern Pennsylvania, in partnership with the Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority, today announced the 8 companies selected for the Spring 2026 TechCelerator – […]
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... Read More >Ben Franklin Technology Partners and Erie Insurance Launch Erie Revitalization Investment Fund providing $500,000 to Boost Local Economic Growth
Press Event on Tuesday, 9/30 at 10am at the Knowledge Center (5240 Knowledge Parkway) in Knowledge Park
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... Read More >The Future of Aging is Here: Ben Franklin TechCelerator Crowns New Leaders in AgeTech
After eight weeks of hands-on mentorship, one-on-one coaching, and pitch practice, seven startups took the virtual stage on Thursday, September 18th, 2025, for the AgeTech TechCelerator Finale, competing for up […] ... Read More >
Eight Startups Selected for 2025 AgeTech TechCelerator Cohort
Seven startups were selected to participate in the 2025 AgeTech TechCelerator. ... Read More >
Five Start-Up Companies Competed for $35,000 — One Winner has been named the 2025 Ben Franklin Big Idea Contest Grand Prize Winner!
More than 50 innovators from across the region applied to the Age Tech Big Idea Pitch Contest – a funding contest to promote businesses that improve the lives of older […] ... Read More >
Five Questions with a Founder – An unfiltered look behind the scenes of launching a company.
Company: KEVO | Founder: Paul McMahon | Hometown: Mercer County From tinkering in his garage to refining cold brew coffee for the masses, Paul McMahon the founder of KEVO, is […] ... Read More >
Six Founders, One Big Moment: Finalists Announced for the 2025 Big Idea Contest Finale sponsored by Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern PA
After receiving over 50 applications from across the region, Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern Pennsylvania (Ben Franklin CNP) is thrilled to announce the six outstanding finalists selected […] ... Read More >
Driving Impact for Manufacturers: A Must-Attend Conference for Industry Leaders
The Northwest Industrial Resource Center (NWIRC) will host the first annual Driving Impact for Manufacturers (DIFM) Conference, that will be held on March 25, 2025, at the Bayfront Convention Center […] ... Read More >