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Connecting Our Ecosystem
Know of another local organization or agency that’s a key resource for entrepreneurs? Let us know so we can add them to our list!
Ben Franklin Technology
Todd Erdley
ToddErdley@cnp.benfranklin.org
814.883.5932
Website: cnp.benfranklin.org/
Youtube @cnpbenfranklin
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@benfranklincnp
Techcelerator: https://cnp.benfranklin.org/programs-resources/techcelerator/
Big Idea Contest: https://cnp.benfranklin.org/programs-resources/bigidea/
BFTP is a state funded entity that provides early-stage high risk capital to emerging and existing companies that are developing products or expanding manufacturing operations.
For up-to-date information on our current programming and events, visit https://cnp.benfranklin.org/our-events/
We fund opportunities ranging from farming to material science.
- Our funding is different then a bank as we do not require personal guarantees, ie you don’t have to risk your house.
- While people come to BFTP for funding, the much more important service we provide is both networking and knowledge.
- BFTP has a variety of services to include our Transformation team, the Techcelerator and our Big Idea Contest.
Mifflin County Industrial Development Corporation (MCIDC)
Nick Felice – President/CEO
MCIDC Plaza – Building 58, Suite 300
6395 State Route 103 North
Lewistown, PA 17044
Phone: 717-242-0393 x 311
E-Mail: nfelice@mcidc.org
Website: www.mcidc.org
MCIDC is Mifflin County’s primary economic development agency providing access and referral to entrepreneurs and businesses for sites (land, buildings, infrastructure) and support programs (low interest loans, grants, tax credits) to help them start, grow and flourish.
SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG)
nformation@seda-cog.org
570-524-4491
Facebook: facebook.com/sedacog
X (formerly Twitter): x.com/SEDA_COG
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/seda-council-of-governments
Instagram: instagram.com/seda_cog
SEDA-Council of Governments (SEDA-COG) is one of seven local development districts in Pennsylvania, advancing community and economic development across 11 central counties through strategic partnerships and initiatives.
Our four business services programs provide a wide range of resources to help entrepreneurs grow—from early-stage development to global expansion. We are a comprehensive hub for economic development, export assistance, business finance, and government contracting, connecting businesses with the right tools, partners, and opportunities at every stage.
- APEX Accelerator – Assists businesses that want to sell to government entities and prime contractors.
- Business Finance – Offers businesses a variety of financing options including low-interest loans.
- Economic Development – Connects businesses with regional partners to spur development. Works with non-profits and public entities on grant assistance.
- Export Assistance – Assists businesses at no cost with every aspect of international sales
Juniata River Valley
Chamber of Commerce
BFTP is a state funded entity that provides early-stage high risk capital to emerging and existing companies that are developing products or expanding manufacturing operations. For up-to-date information on our current programming and events, visit https://cnp.benfranklin.org/our-events/
We fund opportunities ranging from farming to material science.
- Our funding is different then a bank as we do not require personal guarantees, ie you don’t have to risk your house.
- While people come to BFTP for funding, the much more important service we provide is both networking and knowledge.
- BFTP has a variety of services to include our Transformation team, the Techcelerator and our Big Idea Contest.
Juniata River Valley
Visitors Bureau
Nick Felice – President/CEO
Mifflin County Industrial Development Corporation (MCIDC)
MCIDC Plaza – Building 58, Suite 300
6395 State Route 103 North
Lewistown, PA 17044
Phone: 717-242-0393 x 311
Fax: 717-242-1842
E-Mail: nfelice@mcidc.org
Web Site: www.mcidc.org
MCIDC is Mifflin County’s primary economic development agency providing access and referral to entrepreneurs and businesses for sites (land, buildings, infrastructure) and support programs (low interest loans, grants, tax credits) to help them start, grow and flourish.
Ben Franklin Technology
Todd Erdley
ToddErdley@cnp.benfranklin.org
814.883.5932
Youtube @cnpbenfranklin
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@benfranklincnp
Techcelerator: https://cnp.benfranklin.org/programs-resources/techcelerator/
Big Idea Contest: https://cnp.benfranklin.org/programs-resources/bigidea/
BFTP is a state funded entity that provides early-stage high risk capital to emerging and existing companies that are developing products or expanding manufacturing operations. For up-to-date information on our current programming and events, visit https://cnp.benfranklin.org/our-events/
We fund opportunities ranging from farming to material science.
- Our funding is different then a bank as we do not require personal guarantees, ie you don’t have to risk your house.
- While people come to BFTP for funding, the much more important service we provide is both networking and knowledge.
- BFTP has a variety of services to include our Transformation team, the Techcelerator and our Big Idea Contest.