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Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania
AddedFeb 17, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania

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BFTP/NEP: A nonprofit fueling economic growth by linking tech firms with vital resources and funding.

Location
Bethlehem, PA, US
Founded
1983
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Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania (BFTP/NEP) is a nonprofit organization focused on fostering economic growth by investing in early-stage technology companies and established manufacturers. They typically make seed investments and provide grants, debt financing, and other funding mechanisms to support innovation. BFTP/NEP connects these firms with essential resources, including technology, universities, and expert networks, to help them thrive in the northeastern Pennsylvania region.

Notable portfolio companies include Infinera, Micro Interventional Devices, and American Paper Bag. The firm is led by key decision-makers who leverage their extensive networks and expertise to guide portfolio companies toward success. BFTP/NEP's investment philosophy centers on transforming technology into commercial success and creating sustainable jobs. They offer unique value-add services such as in-house expertise and access to a broad network of technical and business resources, ensuring comprehensive support for their clients.

Portfolio Snapshot

Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages

Total Investments123
Current Portfolio Count80
Total Portfolio Exits1

Top Investment Stages

Seed53 (46.5%)
Grant39 (34.2%)
Debt Financing15 (13.2%)
Angel5 (4.4%)
Pre-Seed2 (1.8%)

Stage Mix

Seed 46%Grant 34%Debt Financing 13%Angel 4%Pre-Seed 2%

Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.

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Classification

Also Known As
  • Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania, Inc.
NAICS
  • 520000Finance and Insurance
  • 523000Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
  • 523900Other Financial Investment Activities
  • 523990All Other Financial Investment Activities
  • 523999Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities
SIC
  • 6700Holding And Other Investment Offices
  • 6790Miscellaneous Investing
  • 6799Investors, Not Elsewhere Classified
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NAICS
  • 525000Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
  • 523910Miscellaneous Intermediation
  • 523940Portfolio Management and Investment Advice
SIC
  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 6720Investment Offices
  • 6722Management Investment Offices, Open-end