Ben Franklin Technology Partners

MARCH 16, 2022

The largest early-stage investor in the region, Ben Franklin provides investment capital, business support services, BIG IDEA Contests, and Tech Startup Boot Camps to emerging tech-entrepreneurs and small manufacturers located in central and northern Pennsylvania. Visit www.cnp.benfranklin.org for program details. www.thepursuitbyyou.com.

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Rural communities with higher broadband adoption rates have significantly more business startups by rural entrepreneurs. Rural communities with higher broadband adoption rates have significantly more business startups by rural entrepreneurs.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

APRIL 26, 2022

Dozens of emerging entrepreneurs who are developing an innovation related to the maker economy, forest products, outdoors and recreation and even tech manufacturing, visited the site to check out the rules, eligibility, and application process. Nearly 40 submitted an application by the contest’s deadline on April 18, 2022.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

JULY 24, 2020

The Ben Franklin program, which has been investing in tech startups and small manufacturers for nearly 40 years, recently received additional funding support from the Department of Community and Economic Development to invest in its portfolio clients that have been adversely affected by COVID-19. www.arbitratorintelligence.com.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

JULY 10, 2020

And yet, our economic policies espoused by governments and traditional economic developers continue to focus on attracting existing big businesses. But ecosystem building still hasn’t gone mainstream—it’s a mostly unknown approach to economic development. The goal of ESHIP Goal 6 is to change that.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 13, 2025

The innovative ideas of New Jersey entrepreneurs are essential to helping the state achieve its clean energy goals, said CSIT Executive Director Judith Sheft. The funding will support pilot demonstration projects from startup companies creating technologies that mitigate the emission of greenhouse gases and other pollutants. Amatec Inc.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Harrisburg, PA – The Wolf Administration announced today that Pennsylvania is offering opportunities to tech entrepreneurs and startup companies to grow their business by connecting with government clients and developing solutions to make governmental processes more efficient. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. November 2, 2018.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 20, 2022

Jamil Wyne is an advisor, investor and author focusing on entrepreneurship, technology and economic development in emerging markets. Venture capital has a vital role to play in de-risking climate technologies, which can help bring costs down, accelerate adoption rates and transform markets to enable a decarbonized future.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

JUNE 18, 2020

Ben Franklin, which has been investing in tech startups and small manufacturers for nearly 40 years, recently received additional funding support of $1 million from the office of Governor Wolf and the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) to invest in its portfolio clients during the COVID-19 emergency.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 7, 2024

March 5, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) held the first in-person meeting of the Diversity Finance Advisory Board (DFAB) last week, bringing together a diverse group of investors, entrepreneurs, and mentors for presentations and networking sessions.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

JUNE 20, 2020

They work towards creating an environment where entrepreneurs can start and grow businesses with the resources they need to be successful. Entrepreneurs are brave, risk-takers who are creating products and services that can impact our lives. An Ecosystem Builder is connector, convener, listener, problem solver.

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American Entrepreneurship

APRIL 25, 2024

April 24, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) has closed its first four approvals under the Angel Match Program , awarding a total of $2 million to support early-stage technology companies. $20M program matches investors’ direct investment in product-based companies TRENTON, N.J. TLA Innovation, Inc.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

What we found through our research are three essential areas to foster the professional and personal development of entrepreneurial ecosystem builders: Justifying and valuing their work: Building the business case for inclusive ecosystem building through fieldwide metrics . How do you help without enabling? Lauren Mehler Pradhan.

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American Entrepreneurship

JULY 21, 2024

July 17, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board today approved an investment from the New Jersey Innovation Evergreen Fund (NJIEF) into an emerging women-led company, The Many Company. Bullpen Capital has invested over $3 million into The Many Company TRENTON, N.J.

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American Entrepreneurship

JULY 19, 2024

July 17, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board today approved an investment from the New Jersey Innovation Evergreen Fund (NJIEF) into an emerging women-led company, The Many Company. Bullpen Capital has invested over $3 million into The Many Company TRENTON, N.J.

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American Entrepreneurship

APRIL 28, 2023

First in-person finals conclude Delaware’s annual funding contest for technology and tech-enabled startups led by members of underfunded groups WILMINGTON, Del. All three finalists in each category received a monetary award as follows: FinTech Sponsors: Delaware Prosperity Partnership, Discover Bank, JP Morgan Chase & Co.,

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Integrated Platform Services LLC, based in Lancaster , provides Constance, a human-centric, technology-enabled subscription service to support seniors living independently. Lojic’s dashboard product is a business intelligence and analytics platform that creates and displays real-time data based on any supported ERP system. www.constance.one.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

APRIL 11, 2022

The Ecosystem Building Leadership Project (EBLP) seeks to collaboratively design, create, and validate a field-wide infrastructure that will help accelerate wider understanding and adoption of ecosystem building as a practice in economic, community, workforce, and entrepreneurship development in the United States.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 20, 2023

The Federally established State Small Business Credit Initiative support investments into New Jersey companies Through the use of three unique investment strategies funded through the federal State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI), the New Jersey Economic Development Agency (NJEDA) is supporting New Jersey small and early-stage businesses.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 17, 2024

NJ FAST is the fourth Strategic Innovation Center in the state and will support research and development, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the Fintech and Insuretech Sectors HOBOKEN, N.J. NJ FAST will create new and exciting business ventures for entrepreneurs in Hudson County, New Jersey, and the region.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 18, 2024

in income replacement grants and mentorship to first-time entrepreneurs, creating 10 new businesses and helping fuel innovation in strategic sectors The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) today announced the inaugural cohort of the New Jersey Innovation Fellows (NJIF) program. million in bonus grant funding.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

AUGUST 29, 2020

The vast majority feel that making connections—connecting entrepreneurs to resources and stakeholders, and connecting the dots—is a primary attribute of who ecosystem builders are and what they do. “An ecosystem [builder] is a champion, resource, connector, and mentor for entrepreneurs, startups, and other ecosystem builders.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

JULY 10, 2024

DementiAnalytics , founded by Kevin Mekulu (Centre County): Leveraging AI for early-stage detection and monitoring of dementia through speech pattern analysis, DementiAnalytics enables early intervention and improved patient outcomes.

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 2, 2023

October 2, 2023) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) announced today that 28 emerging New Jersey technology businesses benefitted from $63.2 The two highlight New Jersey entrepreneurs with a proven record of successful business growth in the state.

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David Teten VC

DECEMBER 2, 2019

You’ve decided to launch a technology-enabled startup with a positive social impact! Our program mixes the best of both Washington and Silicon Valley, bringing together stakeholders in policy and technology to train the next generation of policy entrepreneurs. Congratulations! Aspen Tech Policy Hub. Requires Columbia affiliation.

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NZ Entrepreneur

JUNE 1, 2023

In Founder Focus we introduce entrepreneurs and innovators working on our next generation of new business startups, social enterprises and small businesses. The Juno model is employee-centric and enables lawyers to engage in high quality interesting work, while leaving the space for other things in their lives.

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Impact Hub

OCTOBER 7, 2023

Our 110 communities are diverse yet they all need an enabling environment of supportive regulatory frameworks, inclusive economic development initiatives, stronger social and environmental sustainability standards, and a brave impact funding environment.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

JANUARY 9, 2019

9, 2019) — With a focus on startups and innovation, Ben Franklin Technology Partners (BFTP) remains a powerful job creation and high-tech economic development engine for Pennsylvania, according to the latest independent economic analysis of the organization. STATE COLLEGE, Pa.

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Impact Hub

OCTOBER 7, 2023

Our 110+ communities are diverse yet they all need supportive regulatory frameworks, inclusive economic development initiatives, social and environmental sustainability policies, and a strong impact funding environment. This dual approach builds trust among ecosystem players, enabling bolder and more effective collaborations.

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Angel Capital Association

JUNE 7, 2021

Angels are nimble, identifying and supporting entrepreneurs with desperately needed new technologies and innovations. Our members and groups are the most significant source of support for entrepreneurs, investing more than 1 million pro bono hours and $600 million of after-tax financing to more than 3,000 high growth companies annually.

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Impact Hub

APRIL 20, 2023

trillion annually allocated to low-emissions assets and enabling infrastructure. By identifying the root causes that require innovative solutions, the program seeks to foster economic development and innovation through technology. The total investment needed amounts to $9.2 trillion per year until 2050, with $6.5

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Impact Hub

APRIL 9, 2023

Watering the seeds Initiated in 2020 and with a strong focus on solutions for environmental conservation, green economy and social development, the Impact Hub seed programme in Guinea-Bissau had two main goals. The programme was divided into four phases – inspiration, training, idealisation, and reinforcement.

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Impact Hub

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Initiated in 2020 and with a strong focus on solutions for environmental conservation, green economy and social development, the Impact Hub seed program in Guinea-Bissau had two main goals. We have a team capable of carrying out the challenges we set ourselves. Harvesting the first fruits.

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David Teten VC

DECEMBER 2, 2019

You’ve decided to launch a technology-enabled startup with a positive social impact! Our program mixes the best of both Washington and Silicon Valley, bringing together stakeholders in policy and technology to train the next generation of policy entrepreneurs. Congratulations! Aspen Tech Policy Hub. Requires Columbia affiliation.

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Impact Hub

AUGUST 10, 2023

trillion annually allocated to low-emissions assets and enabling infrastructure. By identifying the root causes that require innovative solutions, the programme seeks to foster economic development and innovation through technology. The total investment needed amounts to $9.2 trillion per year until 2050, with $6.5

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TechCrunch

MARCH 13, 2021

Bird also pointed out that the Atlantic time zones are ideal, enabling effective communications with Europe as well as the rest of North America. Speaking to insiders, all cite the low cost of living and high quality of life as enabling startups to both attract and retain talent. Bird is also honest about the region’s shortcomings.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Put off by high taxes and paperwork in their home country, many Italian entrepreneurs moved to places like London in years past to startup. Indeed, the Italian Ministry of Economic Development and the Italian Trade & Investment Agency in London have even been known to fund Italian entrepreneurs abroad to help them gain more experience.

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