Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania Announces Leadership Transition in Tech Investment Group

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Calan Wilson, Ben Franklin
calan.wilson@sep,benfranklin.org

 

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania (Ben Franklin) announces the departure of Omar Mencin, Managing Director of the Tech Investment Group, and the promotion of Jon Beschen to the role.

 

Philadelphia, PA – January 28, 2025 – Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania (Ben Franklin) announces the departure of Omar Mencin, Managing Director of Ben Franklin’s Tech Investment Group, and the promotion of Jon Beschen to the role.

After nearly 13 years of dedicated service, Omar Mencin will be leaving Ben Franklin on February 7, 2025 to a leadership position in the corporate development, new growth initiatives group for a locally based publicly traded company. Since joining Ben Franklin in June 2012, Omar has been instrumental in advancing the Tech Investment Group, playing a key role in driving its growth and impact. His leadership, vision, mentorship and contributions have significantly strengthened Ben Franklin’s investment capabilities and its mission of supporting innovation in the region.

“Omar’s dedication and leadership have been invaluable to Ben Franklin’s success,” said Scott Nissenbaum, President & CEO at Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania. “We are deeply grateful for his contributions and wish him all the best as he embarks on this exciting next chapter.”

With Omar’s departure, Ben Franklin is pleased to announce the promotion of Jon Beschen to Managing Director, Tech Investment Group, effective February 10, 2025. Beschen, who joined the organization in November 2016, has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic insight, most notably through his work in helping to launch Ben Franklin’s GoPhilly and GoPA Funds. As Managing Director, Beschen will oversee the Tech Investment Group and continue advancing the Group’s mission to support innovative technology focused companies in the region.

“I am honored to step into this role and build upon the incredible foundation Omar has established”, says Beschen, “He has been an excellent boss as well as a dear friend for my entire time at Ben Franklin, he will be missed by the entire team”.

“His dedication and vision have set a high standard. I look forward to working with the talented team to continue driving innovation and supporting the growth of transformative companies in our region.”

 

For media inquiries, please contact:
Calan Wilson

Associate Director, Marketing & Communications

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania

 

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