Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern Pennsylvania focuses on early-stage funding and business support for emerging technology companies and small manufacturers in a 32-county region of Pennsylvania. As part of a statewide network, they typically invest in seed and pre-seed rounds, with investments ranging from $88,000 to $702,000 based on their portfolio companies.

The firm offers various programs and resources, including the TechCelerator Program, BIG IDEA Contest, and Shale Gas Innovation & Commercialization Center. Notable portfolio companies include ReturnLogic, Simplesense, and RendrFX. Ben Franklin Technology Partners provides value-added services through their Transformation Business Services Network and emphasizes supporting Pennsylvania-based startups in their growth and development.