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BITS 2012: What Did You Think?
Thank you to all our attendees, speakers, exhibitors and sponsors for making BITS 2012 a wonderful event! Let us know what you thought by providing us with your feedback so we can make BITS 2013 even better!!
Business Intelligence & Technology Summit
The Technology Council of Northwest Pennsylvania brings you the eighth annual Business Intelligence & Technology Summit (BITS) on May 16, 2012. Hosted by the Technology Council of Northwest PA and Edinboro University of Pennsylvania.
An Innovative Idea Could Make You a Winner!
Are you a researcher, entrepreneur, or innovator working in the shale gas space? The Ben Franklin Shale Gas Innovation and Commercialization Center www.sgicc.org, which is focused on the development of environmentally sound processes for the extraction, utilization, and safe transportation of natural gas resources, announced today they are offering a total of $50,000 in cash prizes for the two best shale gas-oriented innovations, new product ideas, or service concepts. In addition to the cash
Seeking Speakers for BITS 2012
The Technology Council of NW PA announces its Request for proposals for speakers for it's BITS 2012 conference. Apply today to speak to regional IT professionals regarding the latest innovations and developments in technology!
Erie Innovation Fund Investment Helps Four Local Start-Ups Get Started
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.
Erie Innovation Fund Invests in Two Local Companies
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.
Ben Franklin Program Invests $1.7 Million in Pennsylvania Tech-Companies
STATE COLLEGE, PA – Sixteen tech-based start-ups located in central and northern Pennsylvania, have been approved to receive a total investment of more than $1.7 million from Ben Franklin Technology Partners/CNP. The Center’s Board of Directors also approved funding for six translational research projects (TRESP) involving clean, alternative energy and a Center of Excellence focusing on high performance building systems at Penn State University.
Technology Council of Northwest PA Announces New CEO
Technology Council of Northwest PA announced today that Garnet Maniscalco has been named the new Chief Executive Officer. “After careful consideration and a review of over 100 applicants, the Technology Council of Northwest Pennsylvania is excited to name Garnet Maniscalco Chief Executive Officer. JL Nick & Associates assisted in the search using several tools
The Technology Council Awards More than $600,000 in Tax Credits
The Technology Council of Northwest PA is pleased to announce it awarded a total of $561,334 in tax credits to eight technology-based companies in Erie County.
