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Centre Daily Times: Pennsylvania Must Continue to Invest in Innovation

Stephen Brawley

May 20, 20211 min read

Centre Daily Times: Pennsylvania Must Continue to Invest in Innovation

The Governor’s $14.5 million proposal for the 2021-22 fiscal year would keep Ben Franklin’s base appropriation level.

Reading Eagle: State Needs to Continue Investing in Innovation

Angelo J. Valletta

May 19, 20211 min read

Reading Eagle: State Needs to Continue Investing in Innovation

Pennsylvania must continue to invest in innovation, to fully restart and grow our economy, to help us remain competitive

Reading Eagle: New Ben Franklin CEO plans to 'hunt' startups for Reading, Berks

The Reading Eagle

May 11, 20215 min read

Reading Eagle: New Ben Franklin CEO plans to 'hunt' startups for Reading, Berks

A public-private partnership, BFTP/NEP creates and retains jobs in the state by linking early-stage tech firms and established manufacturers

A Future-Proof Economy: How Investing in Innovation Can Ensure Pa. is Prepared for Future Challenges

Ryan E. Glenn

May 10, 20213 min read

A Future-Proof Economy: How Investing in Innovation Can Ensure Pa. is Prepared for Future Challenges

A race between states to grow their respective economies is already taking shape across the country.

Proposed General Fund Budget has Ben Franklin Poised to Foster Economic Recovery and Growth in Pa.

Ryan E. Glenn

May 3, 20213 min read

Proposed General Fund Budget has Ben Franklin Poised to Foster Economic Recovery and Growth in Pa.

In April we proudly released our 2020 Statewide Impact Report, reflecting the value that Ben Franklin’s clients provide to the commonwealth