Ben Franklin Technology Partners

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Economic Development Administration that represents a forward-looking commitment to supercharging innovation across the nation, spurring cutting-edge technological investments, and creating 21st-century job opportunities. The post Making Northcentral PA the Global Center for Advanced Pressed Materials first appeared on BFTP/CNP.

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Innovation 2 Enterprise

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Our 25th anniversary is not just a milestone – it’s a testament to the unwavering dedication of a community committed to innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth. These statistics are more than just numbers; they represent lives impacted, dreams realized, and communities strengthened.

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Source Link

DECEMBER 1, 2021

During my tenure with the local University I worked with economic developers all across Iowa, from Sioux City to Davenport and a great many small but mighty communities in-between: Grinnell, Parkersburg, Webster City and Lamoni to name a few. Talent seeks opportunities, and opportunities can (and must) be created.

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Angel Capital Association

MAY 11, 2022

By: Pat Gouhin, Chief Executive Officer May 10, 2022 – Seeking to strengthen connection, advocacy and understanding as well as advise those in the SEC and FinHub community, CEO Pat Gouhin was thrilled to represent angel investors and the angel ecosystem at FinHub’s Peer-to-Peer meet-up on capital formation. “It

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

MARCH 21, 2024

Pictured left to right: Barry Snyder, Erin Kerner, Bob Dornich (TechCelerator Coach), Michael Irvin “We are thrilled to witness the success of these promising startups and their potential to drive economic growth in the Erie region,” remarked Brian Slawin, Portfolio Manager for Ben Franklin CNP.

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American Entrepreneurship

MAY 11, 2023

$43 million invested to foster regional collaboration to support the economic growth of communities through innovation Universities, nonprofits, businesses and other organizations across the U.S. “These awardees are part of the fabric of NSF’s vision to create opportunities everywhere and enable innovation anywhere.

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Source Link

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

We are experiencing unprecedented opportunities for communities to evaluate how best to respond to short-term needs while building resilient solutions for long-term success. Having worked in over 100 communities for over 18 years, SourceLink understands that with ecosystem-building there will never be a check box to mark “done”.

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Impact Hub

JULY 14, 2021

For the second year in a row, Impact Hub joined forces with GoDaddy for another edition of New Roots, a business startup and mentoring program for entrepreneurs from underserved communities. The post Empowering Entrepreneurs From Underserved Communities with GoDaddy appeared first on Impact Hub.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

(February 15, 2024) – To respond to challenges faced by New Jersey technology and biotechnology companies in raising capital, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) is launching monthly Innovation Programs Office Hours to highlight programs offered by the Authority to stimulate the innovation economy.

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American Entrepreneurship

APRIL 16, 2024

With the formation of the New Jersey Green Bank, our state will be able to invest in projects that will help transform our communities and bring us closer to our clean energy goals. This is a big win for New Jersey and its environment,” said NJEDA Chief Economic Transformation Officer Kathleen Coviello.

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Angel Capital Association

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This is the time of year when we reach out to our angel community seeking nominations for both the Angel Capital Association’s FY 2025 Board of Directors and committee volunteers to help ACA continue to grow and support our work on angel investing. Entrepreneurs are the engine to economic growth and Angels are the fuel for that engine.

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American Entrepreneurship

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Rising developers must be part of the process as we strengthen and build up underserved New Jersey communities,” said Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Way. The creation of this program will address various difficulties that continue to be a constant burden to emerging developers, which limit opportunities to expand their portfolios. “As

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Angel Capital Association

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This is the time of year when ACA reaches out to our angel community seeking nominations for both the Angel Capital Association’s FY 2025 Board of Directors and committee volunteers to help ACA continue to grow and support our work on angel investing. Entrepreneurs are the engine to economic growth and Angels are the fuel for that engine.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 30, 2024

Please note that an RFEI response is not a formal application for funding nor a binding intent to pursue investment opportunities that may be made available through the NJGF in the future. About the NJEDA and the NJGF The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) serves as the State’s principal agency for driving economic growth.

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Angel Capital Association

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The three-day flagship event brings together new and experienced angel investors and business leaders from around the country to explore critical topics facing the angel investing community. As a host of this important event, we know this is a critical place for businesses and the vibrant angel investor community to connect and engage.” “The

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

JUNE 21, 2023

Ben Franklin CNP recognizes the importance of collaboration and relies on our strong community partners to help identify and support budding entrepreneurs who may have otherwise remained unnoticed. This recognition signifies our organization’s credibility and expertise in supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 7, 2024

“Last week’s event showcased the growing diversity in New Jersey’s innovation sectors and is a tremendous step toward ensuring every entrepreneur has equitable access to opportunities and funding,” said NJEDA Chief Economic Transformation Officer Kathleen Coviello.

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American Entrepreneurship

MARCH 12, 2024

WHAT: The Emerging Developer Fund aims to address various difficulties that continue to be a constant burden to emerging developers, which limit opportunities to expand their portfolios. Applications are expected to launch in April. Trenton, NJ 08608 Register at: bit.ly/EmergingDevelopers3

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American Entrepreneurship

DECEMBER 19, 2023

All projects must aim to address at least one local impact consideration, which include addressing downtown vitality efforts, job and office space creation, food insecurity, clean and safe initiatives, and small business support, with the long-term goal to help improve overall economic prosperity in Atlantic City.

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TechCrunch

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The United States is the land of opportunity, where anyone with an idea can bring it to market. This philosophy has fueled America’s growth and prosperity and made the U.S. Acquisition is an attractive and common exit opportunity that contributes to the health of our economy. the global leader of innovation.

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Ben Franklin Technology Partners

APRIL 26, 2022

Ben Franklin Technology Partners has been offering Pennsylvania entrepreneurs and small manufacturers the opportunity to compete in our risk-free BIG IDEA contests for nearly 20 years. ARC’s mission is to innovate, partner, and invest to build community capacity and strengthen economic growth in Appalachia.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

There was an opportunity, how can we understand the saving space and informal economy in Pakistan, and where can we capture that?” These kinds of restrictions have hindered women from having the kind of financial mobility that they require to be able to contribute equally to the economic growth of the country.” . Iqbal said.

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American Entrepreneurship

OCTOBER 2, 2023

There is also a 5 percent bonus for investments in businesses located in a qualified Opportunity Zone or New Markets Tax Credit census track, or a business that is certified by the State as a Minority- or Women Business Enterprise. The two highlight New Jersey entrepreneurs with a proven record of successful business growth in the state.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

APRIL 2, 2021

“Communities seeking to grow their economy need to understand the impact entrepreneurship and small business play in economic growth.” — Grow Your Own: Entrepreneurship-based Economic Development for Local Communities, Dell Gines, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City. Identify Potential Allies.

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Angel Capital Association

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

As such, Neil provides both guidance and counsel as well as direct support to startups and entrepreneurs, knowing this combination is a more natural and dynamic approach to empowering the entrepreneurial community.

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TechCrunch

JANUARY 26, 2022

MSMEs are the engine of economies in Africa, and powering existing small businesses and encouraging the formation of new MSMEs helps create the type of economic growth and social benefit that carries over to households by creating more opportunity and more jobs,” the company’s CEO and co-founder Manoj Sinha, told TechCrunch.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

According to a statement, the funding presents Naked with an opportunity to improve its AI and use it to grow Africa’s insurance market which is worth over $68 billion in annual gross written premiums. In years when claims are lower than expected, the surplus goes to communities and good causes chosen by customers,” it said in a statement.

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American Entrepreneurship

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

“Especially in industries like biotechnology, the New Jersey Entrepreneur Support Program provides a unique solution to assist New Jersey companies in their financing endeavors when opportunities for private investment are not available.”

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American Entrepreneurship

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Under Governor Phil Murphy’s leadership, New Jersey has prioritized supporting diverse entrepreneurs and growing the state’s innovation community. Additionally, Board members will help establish partnerships to support the NJEDA’s mission to grow high-quality jobs, catalyze investment, and foster inclusive community development.

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American Entrepreneurship

JUNE 21, 2023

With this funding, recipients will launch innovative training programs focused on strengthening and diversifying the state’s offshore wind workforce, with a particular emphasis on serving Overburdened Communities. All programs are either led by or partner with a community-based organization serving a New Jersey overburdened community.

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Impact Hub

OCTOBER 20, 2021

We need to create more inclusive cities – to make sure they provide equal rights and opportunities, as well as better living conditions for all. Join our global network of 24.000+ people driving change – made up of 100+ communities in 60+ countries across 5 continents – and tackling inequality through business.

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American Entrepreneurship

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The primary focus for Phase II of the Cannabis Equity Grant Program is to ensure the communities most adversely impacted by the War on Drugs have both equitable access to the lucrative cannabis industry and the resources needed to flourish.

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Impact Hub

APRIL 1, 2022

Untapping the potential of diverse communities. The project looked to develop innovative, community-led and sustainable approaches to enhance the contribution of refugees and migrants across the region. . As one might imagine, all this diversity brings with it an untapped resource of skills and ideas.

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This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 24, 2020

I’m not writing this to look back, but to look forward—to acknowledge that while New York City isn’t the disaster area the NY Post would have you believe it to be, it has some really serious problems that it needs to dig out of—much of it economic, but under the covers, systemic. Homes on that block are now going for over $700,000.

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American Entrepreneurship

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Commercial corridors play a vital role in both urban and rural geographies, serving as economic engines for communities by providing jobs that keep money circulating in the local economy, offer goods and services for residents, and power entrepreneurship as well as wealth building.

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Ecosystem Builder Hub

JANUARY 15, 2021

These startup communities have created engaging campaigns that celebrate their entrepreneurs and startup community. Research shows that entrepreneurs and young companies are the key drivers of economic growth. They need to understand why entrepreneurship is critical for economically thriving communities.

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American Entrepreneurship

JANUARY 18, 2024

A bonus grant is available to teams located in designated opportunity zones. By granting the fellows the financial freedom to focus entirely on their businesses, NJIF is providing an opportunity to accelerate their success.” Each team receives an income replacement grant of $200,000.

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