Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Guiding Technologies Corporation develops GAINS, a guidance and assessment platform for applied behavior analysis. GAINS serves as a virtual assistant for supervisors and staff, enabling efficient program selection, data collection, progress tracking across programs, and automated data capture, while providing audit trails and tools to support parental involvement and organizational insight. The platform combines a web-based management console, an instructor interface on smartphones or tablets using a Bluetooth earpiece for staff guidance, and cloud-based storage of data, program information, and student databases. Founded in 2013, the company is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Polynetworks LLC is a telecommunications company based in Narberth, Pennsylvania, established in 2009. It specializes in providing wireless networking services to government entities, contractors, and commercial clients. The company offers a range of services, including research, consulting, integration, and product design and development, all aimed at enhancing wireless communication capabilities. With over five years of experience in broadband wireless networks, both static and mobile, Polynetworks possesses extensive expertise in hardware and software, allowing it to develop practical, deployable solutions. Additionally, the company conducts training, installation, and troubleshooting for tactical and mission-critical wireless systems, ensuring effective implementation of complex projects and improved performance for its clients.

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.

Guiding Technologies Corporation develops GAINS, a guidance and assessment platform for applied behavior analysis. GAINS serves as a virtual assistant for supervisors and staff, enabling efficient program selection, data collection, progress tracking across programs, and automated data capture, while providing audit trails and tools to support parental involvement and organizational insight. The platform combines a web-based management console, an instructor interface on smartphones or tablets using a Bluetooth earpiece for staff guidance, and cloud-based storage of data, program information, and student databases. Founded in 2013, the company is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Founded in 2011, PurpleCloud Technologies specializes in streamlining hotel operations through its flagship platform, Cielo. This comprehensive software suite integrates four operational modules designed for housekeeping, engineering, front office, service personnel, and management departments. Cielo enables real-time task completion, communication of supply needs, and reporting of maintenance issues across various mobile devices and desktops, serving clients in the hospitality industry.

CloudMine is a developer of a mobile backend-as-a-service (mBaaS) platform focused on enhancing healthcare mobility and patient health. The platform offers object-based data storage, file storage modules, and capabilities for sending push notifications, facilitating effective communication with users. By operationalizing data through application development, analytics, and workflows, CloudMine enables healthcare and life science organizations to create secure, interoperable, and scalable applications more efficiently and at a reduced cost. The company's managed mobility solution also accelerates app development by 70% and eliminates the need for ongoing maintenance and management, providing a standardized mobility platform with IT-approved tools across various business units.

Polynetworks LLC is a telecommunications company based in Narberth, Pennsylvania, established in 2009. It specializes in providing wireless networking services to government entities, contractors, and commercial clients. The company offers a range of services, including research, consulting, integration, and product design and development, all aimed at enhancing wireless communication capabilities. With over five years of experience in broadband wireless networks, both static and mobile, Polynetworks possesses extensive expertise in hardware and software, allowing it to develop practical, deployable solutions. Additionally, the company conducts training, installation, and troubleshooting for tactical and mission-critical wireless systems, ensuring effective implementation of complex projects and improved performance for its clients.

Grassroots Unwired develops a mobile-first platform for progressive political and non-profit organizations to grow supporters and donors through face-to-face outreach. Its software supports field operations such as canvassing, door-to-door and street fundraising, donor and member management, voter registration, and field campaign tracking. The platform integrates with existing CRM systems, offers content and branding controls, data management and reporting, mapping and location-based accountability, and donation processing. It enables campaign directors to monitor the progress of individual canvassers and teams, generate up-to-date tallies, and convert field activity into actionable outreach data for fundraising and engagement. The company emphasizes turning on-the-ground activity into useful data to drive outreach efforts across organizations. Founded in 2009, Grassroots Unwired is based in Bristol, Pennsylvania.

VUID, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based company established in 2013 that specializes in mobile identity solutions. It has developed a two-factor authentication system designed for mobile devices, allowing users to securely log in to various applications using a unique VUID number. The company launched its first application, Spotlight, a media and social media platform, on Android and iPhone in late 2013 and early 2014. VUID has also formed partnerships with notable organizations, including the Knight Foundation and Interstate General Media, to enhance its offerings and expand its reach in the mobile authentication space.

Clutch Holdings, LLC specializes in developing customer intelligence and engagement software solutions. The company offers a comprehensive consumer management platform that integrates point-of-sale, e-commerce data, and consumer social and mobile activities to enhance customer connections. Clutch provides a range of services including customer relationship management, channel synthesis, segmentation, loyalty programs, gift card solutions, and marketing strategies such as email campaigns and direct mail. Its platform is designed to centralize information from various data sources, enabling businesses to identify, understand, and motivate their customers effectively. Clutch serves a diverse array of sectors, including footwear, telecommunications, apparel, automotive, banking, healthcare, and hospitality. Founded in 2012 and based in Ambler, Pennsylvania, Clutch aims to empower brands with innovative, data-driven marketing solutions to thrive in a dynamic marketing landscape.

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.

Novasentis, Inc. is a company that designs and develops advanced electro-mechanical polymer actuator and sensor technology. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, with additional locations in Pennsylvania, Japan, and Korea, Novasentis specializes in creating ultra-thin, flexible haptic actuators and sensors. These innovations are integral to a variety of applications, including keyboards, smartphones, wearable devices, gaming devices, and home appliances. The company's technology enables enhanced sensory interaction, allowing devices to deliver tactile feedback and sound effects that create engaging user experiences. By bridging the gap between consumer electronics and sensory interaction, Novasentis facilitates deeper physical and emotional connections between users and their devices. In June 2019, Novasentis became a subsidiary of KEMET Electronics Corporation.