Doc Parghi Assumes Role as Board Chair for Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania

PHILADELPHIA – Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania (Ben Franklin) announced Doc Parghi as the organization’s new Chair of its Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2026.  

Parghi assumes the role formerly occupied by Board Chair Orim Graves, who had served in the role since 2023. Graves is now one of Ben Franklin’s two Board Vice Chairs. 

“We thank Orim for his outstanding service as Board Chair and his dedication to Ben Franklin,” said Ben Franklin President and CEO Scott Nissenbaum. “We are grateful that we will continue to benefit from his experience and leadership. His unwavering commitment to our mission makes our organization and our innovation-focused entrepreneurs stronger.” 

Parghi is Managing Partner at SRI Capital, where he works with entrepreneurs building innovative technology companies. Combining experience as a venture investor, board member, and global technology executive, he has spent his career helping organizations scale, innovate, and create economic impact. Parghi has served on the Ben Franklin Board of Directors since 2018. 

“Doc is a tremendous asset to Ben Franklin’s Board, and we welcome him as our new Chair,” Graves said. “He plays an important role in our region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, and we are excited for him to bring his expertise and leadership to this role.” 

Ben Franklin’s Board of Directors provides strategic oversight and guidance to support the organization’s mission of delivering capital, counsel, and connections to technology-driven companies.  

ABOUT BEN FRANKLIN TECHNOLOGY PARTNERS OF SOUTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA  

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania (“Ben Franklin”) is the Philadelphia region’s Partners with a Purpose. Nationally ranked among the most active seed and early-stage investors, Ben Franklin helps high-growth innovative enterprises plant and nurture their roots, creating both immediate connections and lasting economic growth. The nonprofit has supported more than 2,000 companies to deliver an impact of more than $5 billion and 32,000 jobs in the Philadelphia region. Whether in tech, life sciences, manufacturing, or industries and breakthroughs yet discovered, Ben Franklin works to raise the community of innovation higher, to benefit present and future generations of Pennsylvanians. Ben Franklin Technology Partners is an initiative of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development and is funded by the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority. Visit us at partnerswithapurpose.org. 

Media Contact: Allison Steele, asteele@ceislermedia.com 

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