Flexion invites education entrepreneurs to apply for the 2026 Milken-Penn GSE EBPC

Madison, WI — January 29, 2026 —This is a standout opportunity to showcase bold ideas, gain visibility, and connect with leaders shaping the future of learning.

Applications are now open through February 11, 2026. Global ventures can apply for mentorship, venture development support, and investor networking through Catalyst @ Penn GSE

Flexion is proud to be a sponsor of the Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition (EBPC) and is encouraging early-stage EdTech ventures in its network to apply for the 2026 competition, now open through February 11, 2026.

Now in its 17th year, the Milken EBPC has supported thousands of EdTech ventures from dozens of countries, awarding more than $2 million in cash and prizes. Alumni ventures have gone on to raise more than $200 million in follow-on capital, demonstrating the competition’s lasting impact across the education innovation ecosystem.

The Milken EBPC is open to ANY early-stage EdTech venture, and Flexion is calling on education leaders, founders, and partners within its sphere of influence to help share the opportunity and elevate promising innovators.

We believe education is one of the most powerful ways to create long-term opportunity. The Milken-Penn GSE competition helps early-stage EdTech founders gain traction, refine their solutions, and build the relationships they need to grow. We’re proud to support it and excited to encourage more innovators to apply.

Why Flexion supports Milken-Penn GSE EBPC

Flexion partners with mission-driven organizations to build practical digital tools that improve outcomes for learners, educators, and communities. Through its work in education and technology, Flexion sees firsthand how hard it is for early-stage ventures to move from early momentum to scalable, sustainable impact.

That’s why Flexion supports programs like Milken-Penn GSE EBPC, because strong ideas need more than funding. They need guidance, feedback, and real opportunities to connect with investors and customers who can help bring them to life.

How to apply (2026 competition)

The registration and application process is free, open to early-stage ventures worldwide, and designed to support venture growth through tools, learning, and community. Learn more about the registration and application process here. 

About Flexion

In a complex, unpredictable world, adaptability is essential. Flexion partners with leaders to build software systems that evolve as priorities, policies, and technologies change. We design for flexibility from the start, creating architectures that preserve options and reduce long-term risk. With 150+ years of combined education expertise, we support EdTech companies, K–12 districts, and higher education institutions in delivering scalable solutions that drive measurable impact.

Our teams support product development, modernization, AI development, DevOps, cloud operations, and strategic advisory work, always with a focus on practical outcomes and continuous learning. Engineers are involved from day one, ownership is clear, and progress happens in manageable increments. By working closely with our partners, we turn uncertainty into opportunity and help organizations move forward with confidence.
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