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Erie Innovation Fund Investment Helps Four Local Start-Ups Get Started

hfs3 — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 13:11:41 +0000

ERIE, PA — Since the first announcement in March, 2011, regarding the Erie Innovation Fund – a partnership between Ben Franklin Technology Partners (BFTP) and the Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority (ECGRA) – there have been dozens of inquires about how to access this exciting opportunity that provides local entrepreneurs and business owners with a ready pool of investment capital in Erie County. Click here to hear more: Erie Innovation Fund

Writing for the Web Seminar

hfs3 — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 19:01:34 +0000

Web copywriting expert, Holly Buchanan, is sharing her expertise on how to create online content that produces optimal results. Click for more details: Writing for the Web

Erie Innovation Fund Invests in Two Local Companies

hfs3 — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:40:38 +0000

ERIE, PA — The Erie Innovation Fund, a partnership between the Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority and Ben Franklin Technology Partners, recently invested in two Erie-based start-ups: CE Convergence, LLC and @Home FMS, LLC.

Click here to learn more: Investment Podcast 8/16/11

Ben Franklin Invests $1.7 Million in Pennsylvania Tech-Companies

hfs3 — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 13:11:25 +0000

Click here to learn more: Ben Franklin Invests $1.7 Million in PA

Erie Innovation Fund

hfs3 — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 12:28:48 +0000

Does your company need capital to develop a new product or process? The purpose of the fund, which is a partnership between the Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority and Ben Franklin Technology Partners, is to give Erie’s tech-based entrepreneurs and small manufacturing companies access to local investment capital. Click here for more details: Erie Innovation Fund

SEM III: Findability Search Marketing Seminar, April 13 (Erie, PA)

hfs3 — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 19:59:30 +0000

Learn New Methods to Make Your Business Visible Online

Learn new formulas for your business to increase its “findability” online by attending the SEM III: Findability Search Marketing Seminar. The event is hosted by the eMarketing Learning Center and will take place on April 13, 2011, in Erie, Pennsylvania.

To learn more about the seminar, click here: SEM III: Findability Search Marketing Seminar

Neal Rabogliatti, senior e-strategy consultant for Catalyst Connection in Pittsburgh, will share new methods that will drive traffic, generate leads, and sales. If you are a beginner or seasoned pro, or just want to learn what you need to know to be successful in search marketing. Send two or more attendees and get volume pricing.

For more details about the event and to register visit the eMarketing Learning Center.

Ben Franklin’s TechCelerator

hfs3 — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 16:29:01 +0000

You could get $1,000 to jump start your business. Click to hear the details: Ben Franklin’s TechCelerator

Gaming Authority Deals Local Entrepreneurs and Business Owners a Winning Hand!

hfs3 — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 13:33:42 +0000

ERIE, PA – The Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority (ECGRA) has partnered with Ben Franklin Technology PartnersCentral & Northern Pennsylvania (BFTP/CNP) to create the Erie Innovation Fund. The purpose of the fund is to increase business growth in the Erie area by making additional investment capital available to local entrepreneurs as well as established companies/manufacturers looking for new market opportunities.

Click here for more details: Erie Innovation Fund

For further information, contact:

Liz Wilson, Ben Franklin Technology Partners/CNP
814-898-6541
lizwilson@psu.edu

President Obama Mentions Need for Start-up Capital

hfs3 — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:51:14 +0000

President Obama specifically mentions the need for access to capital for start-up companies. Click on the following link for more details: President Obama

“Tech Transfer” – From the University Lab to a Partnering Company’s Shop Floor

hfs3 — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 20:34:24 +0000

“Tech Transfer” – from the university lab to a partnering company’s shop floor – is a critical component of economic development.

Steve Brawley, President and CEO, Ben Franklin Technology Partners, discusses details.

Listen here