Northeastern Pennsylvania, Penn’s Northeast, in partnership with Ben Franklin Technology Partners of NEPA and the Willary Foundation, has announced the release of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Small Business & Entrepreneur Resource Guide.

The comprehensive guide is designed to serve as an essential tool for startups, established businesses and entrepreneurs looking to thrive in the region.

Whether you’re launching a new venture, scaling up an existing business, or considering relocating to Northeastern Pennsylvania, the guide provides invaluable insights and resources specifically tailored for local entrepreneurs and enterprises. Inside, readers will find key information on funding opportunities, business development programs, networking contacts, and much more.

Highlights include:

• Resources for securing funding and investment.

• Guidance on business expansion and workforce development.

• Connections to local networks and mentors to help accelerate growth.

• Insights into the region’s unique economic opportunities.

John L. Augustine III, president/CEO of Penn’s Northeast, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership.

“Penn’s Northeast is proud to have partnered with Ben Franklin Technology Partners and the Willary Foundation to produce the area’s first complete resource guide for small businesses and entrepreneurs,” Augustine said. “This guide really is a one-stop shop for providing the assistance businesses need to be successful.”

Ken Okrepkie, regional manager of Ben Franklin Technology Partners of NEPA, highlighted the strength of the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

“Our region boasts a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem that includes a series of business incubators, capital investment in technology companies and economic development professionals poised to support turning ideas into companies that create jobs and wealth for Northeastern Pennsylvania,” Okrepkie said. “At Ben Franklin Technology Partners NEPA, in addition to investing money in technology companies, we are proud to leverage our relationships with hundreds of consulting resources to solve the challenges that come with building businesses.”

William Scranton, chairman of the Willary Foundation, added that supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses is essential for Northeastern Pennsylvania.

“This guide offers the resources and guidance needed to help innovators and business owners thrive in our unique region,” Scranton said. “The Willary Foundation is committed to fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in Northeastern Pennsylvania, and we believe this resource guide will be a game-changer for those seeking to build and grow businesses here.”

The Northeastern Pennsylvania Small Business & Entrepreneur Resource Guide is available for download at https://pennsnortheast.com/workforce#our-programs.

For more information or a printed copy, visit www.pennsnortheast.co, call 1-800-317-1313 or email info@pennsnortheast.com.