Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a technology-focused capital provider based in Philadelphia, founded in 1982 to advance the region's technology community. The organization funds and supports technology companies across Pennsylvania, especially in information technology, health, and physical sciences, investing substantial capital in early-stage and established ventures. It has invested over 170 million dollars in more than 1,750 regional technology companies and has launched university-industry partnerships to translate scientific discoveries into commercial products, while seeding regional initiatives that strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem and create jobs.

Jonathan Beschen

Investment Director

Anthony George

Analyst

Jennifer Hartt

Managing Director

Kathie Jordan Ph.D

Managing Director

Roze McDevitt

Analyst

Past deals in Education

Digitability

Grant in 2020
Digitability, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company that creates interactive software platforms aimed at teaching skill-based and social competencies to children with cognitive disabilities. Founded in 2011 and originally named Autism Expressed LLC, the company rebranded in 2014. Its flagship platform, Autism Expressed, focuses on imparting digital life skills to autistic teenagers. Additionally, Digitability is developing a Workplace Behavior Training Platform that provides teachers with essential behavioral data to monitor students' progress towards their goals in both home and classroom settings. The platform aligns with Individual Education Program objectives and emphasizes project-based learning, ultimately preparing students for a technology-driven workforce. By offering personalized learning, professional development, and robust data reporting, Digitability aims to empower students with cognitive disabilities to acquire work-ready skills and facilitate their transition into employment.

CampusESP

Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Philadelphia, CampusESP operates a platform that facilitates communication between educational institutions and parents. Its solution enables institutions to connect with parents regarding various aspects such as admissions, enrollment management, student progress, and alumni engagement.

Choosito

Seed Round in 2017
Choosito is a developer of a search engine tool aimed at enhancing the learning experience by optimizing resource discovery based on students' reading levels. The company utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze human language, identifying and delivering quality educational resources tailored to individual comprehension abilities across various subjects. This approach enables users, including educators and students, to access relevant materials swiftly, facilitating effective class management and analytics. Choosito is committed to transforming the web into a valuable learning tool that supports personalized education.

FlockU

Seed Round in 2016
FlockU.com is an online media platform designed specifically for students, founded in April 2015. It serves as a digital hub where students can engage, be entertained, and stay informed about events happening on their campuses, online, and globally. The platform features real stories, opinions, candid videos, lessons, news, and relevant information related to student life, fostering social interaction among users for school, college, and social activities.

Digitability

Seed Round in 2016
Digitability, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company that creates interactive software platforms aimed at teaching skill-based and social competencies to children with cognitive disabilities. Founded in 2011 and originally named Autism Expressed LLC, the company rebranded in 2014. Its flagship platform, Autism Expressed, focuses on imparting digital life skills to autistic teenagers. Additionally, Digitability is developing a Workplace Behavior Training Platform that provides teachers with essential behavioral data to monitor students' progress towards their goals in both home and classroom settings. The platform aligns with Individual Education Program objectives and emphasizes project-based learning, ultimately preparing students for a technology-driven workforce. By offering personalized learning, professional development, and robust data reporting, Digitability aims to empower students with cognitive disabilities to acquire work-ready skills and facilitate their transition into employment.

CyberCrunch

Seed Round in 2016
CyberCrunch is a Pennsylvania-based company established in 2010, specializing in secure electronics recycling and data destruction services nationwide. They provide comprehensive solutions for various electronic waste items such as computers, servers, monitors, and consumer electronics, along with non-electronics recycling like batteries and light bulbs. Their core service involves permanent data destruction through hard drive shredding, degaussing, and multi-pass wiping, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Additionally, they offer IT consulting services for asset management and disposition. CyberCrunch serves diverse sectors including healthcare, finance, education, and small businesses.

Byndr

Seed Round in 2016
Byndr, Inc. is a mobile platform based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that connects students, teachers, and colleges in the United States and India. Founded in 2015, Byndr offers a comprehensive learning environment where educators can manage subjects, post assignments, and enter grades, while students can access educational resources, track assignments, and engage in discussions. The platform facilitates collaboration and the creation of personalized microlessons using a variety of learning tools, making education more accessible and engaging. Byndr aims to enhance the learning experience by integrating content, context, and conversations, thereby providing users with a seamless and effective educational journey.

KickUp

Seed Round in 2016
KickUp develops a SaaS-based analytics platform that helps K-12 organizations differentiate teacher support through data-driven insights. Its platform enables professional learning teams to coordinate efforts, improve decision-making, and track real-time data from surveys to align with district strategic goals.

Kynectiv

Series A in 2015
Kynectiv, Inc. is a company specializing in simulation-based products and technology platforms aimed at enhancing decision-making and training across various sectors, particularly healthcare. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, Kynectiv offers a comprehensive platform that enables organizations to develop assessment, education, and training programs. Its flagship products include CommSim, which facilitates remote role-playing interactions between coaches and learners, and Synapse DX, designed to help healthcare organizations better understand and influence audience decision-making experiences. Kynectiv focuses on delivering real-world engagement, which enhances training efficacy, increases retention, and provides valuable data insights for clients. The company rebranded from DecisionSim, Inc. in 2015 and operates as a subsidiary of US HealthConnect, Inc.

Kynectiv

Seed Round in 2015
Kynectiv, Inc. is a company specializing in simulation-based products and technology platforms aimed at enhancing decision-making and training across various sectors, particularly healthcare. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, Kynectiv offers a comprehensive platform that enables organizations to develop assessment, education, and training programs. Its flagship products include CommSim, which facilitates remote role-playing interactions between coaches and learners, and Synapse DX, designed to help healthcare organizations better understand and influence audience decision-making experiences. Kynectiv focuses on delivering real-world engagement, which enhances training efficacy, increases retention, and provides valuable data insights for clients. The company rebranded from DecisionSim, Inc. in 2015 and operates as a subsidiary of US HealthConnect, Inc.

Tadpoles

Seed Round in 2012
Tadpoles LLC is a Philadelphia-based company that specializes in developing mobile applications designed for daycare and childcare providers. Its primary product, TADPOLES MOBILE, allows teachers and directors to create daily reports, track attendance, share photos, and access contact information for parents and medical providers. Additionally, TADPOLES WEBMANAGER enables directors to oversee multiple centers and classrooms, manage staff, and generate attendance and daily reports. For parents, the TADPOLES WEB application offers access to photo albums, updates, and daily reports, providing a comprehensive view of their children's activities. By enabling real-time sharing of information, Tadpoles enhances communication between educators and families, ensuring a secure and private exchange of key developmental milestones and incidents.
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