Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a non-profit organization established in 1982 that serves as a vital capital provider and supporter of technology development in the region. Based in Philadelphia, it has invested over $170 million in more than 2,000 early-stage and established technology companies, fostering innovation primarily in information technology, health, and physical sciences. The organization not only provides financial support but also develops partnerships between universities and industries to accelerate the commercialization of scientific discoveries. By strengthening the local entrepreneurial ecosystem, Ben Franklin Technology Partners plays a crucial role in job creation and economic transformation in Southeastern Pennsylvania.

Jonathan Beschen

Investment Director, Information Technology Investment Group

Anthony George

Analyst

Mark de Grandpre

Investor

Kevon Gray

Analyst

Roze McDevitt

Analyst

Adare McMillan

CFO

Omar Mencin

Managing Director, Information Technology Investment Group

Kathie Jordan Ph.D

Managing Director, Healthcare Investment Group

Past deals in Recycling

CyberCrunch

Seed Round in 2016
CyberCrunch is a company based in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, specializing in data destruction and e-waste disposal solutions. Established in 2010 and formerly known as Commonwealth Computer Recycling, LLC, it offers comprehensive recycling services for a wide range of electronic devices, including computers, monitors, servers, and consumer electronics. The company provides secure data destruction services through various methods such as on-site and off-site shredding, magnetic degaussing, and low-level wiping, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. Additionally, CyberCrunch offers IT consulting services related to workstation replacement and data center relocation. Its clientele includes sectors such as healthcare, finance, education, and small businesses, reflecting its commitment to secure and environmentally responsible electronic waste management.

New Age Blast Media

Seed Round in 2011
New Age Blast Media® is sandblasting media manufactured from 100% Recycled Bottle Glass, which means it is non-toxic and completely inert, that can be used near and around water. In addition to worker safety benefits, New Age Blast Media® works great for sandblasting thick or soft coatings, aluminum, brass, bright metal, and “spot and sweep” applications. Because of its light weight, it is good for remote operations and because glass is less dense than other sandblasting medias, it will often be possible to use fewer pounds of material, saving money. Bottle or try-mix glass is chemically known as “Amorphous Silica” it contains virtually no free silica which is commonly found in blasting sand and other abrasive sandblasting medias.
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