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Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central & Northern PA and Central PA-based venture capital partners win EDA grant to strengthen capital access for regional technology companies

Ben Franklin Technology Partners

In a significant boost to the venture capital landscape of Central Pennsylvania, the region is set to benefit from the establishment of the Keystone Innovation Fund II, thanks to a generous grant of $412,598 from the US Economic Development Administration’s ‘Build to Scale Capital Challenge.’

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The Glue that Makes a Community Stick

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What was harder to figure out how to do--and something no one ever really thinks about on the economic development side, is community. A lot of what they''d need would be really simple--intros to capital, spaces to convene, or just some PR. Venture Capital & Technology'

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e(verywhere)-Commerce

This is going to be BIG.

In fact, the failure of the local chamber of commerce and economic development organizations is largely the reason why it’s so expensive for local plays to acquire customers. Tags: First Round Capital Venture Capital & Technology nextNY.

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Today’s Tech Hubs: Labor and Housing Dynamics in the Post-Pandemic Era

Revolution

For years, tech companies, talent, and venture capital were concentrated on the coasts — a precedent the pandemic tipped, if not flipped.

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Finding Founder-Market-Geography Fit

Revolution

Favorable Regulatory Landscape Tax Benefits : Georgia offers tax incentives for companies that contribute to employment and economic development. For investors, expanding horizons beyond traditional tech hubs can uncover promising opportunities that capitalize on regional strengths. Plastomics: St.

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AppHarvest is now APPH: Rise of the Rest’s First Publicly Traded Company

Revolution

Having the opportunity to learn from the founders you back is by far one of the most rewarding parts of being a venture capital investor. Early stage venture capital is often the fulcrum security that can unlock a startup’s potential, help fuel regional job creation, and ultimately drive large-scale economic development.

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Google’s Africa Investment Fund makes first investment in Uganda’s SafeBoda

TechCrunch

Collectively , they have raised over $100 million in venture capital. This vital industry is the lifeblood of Africa’s cities and powers economic development. The accelerator program has supported more than 80 startups in seed to Series A stages with equity-free mentorship and resources.

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