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Ben Franklin Technology Partners has earned international acclaim as the gold standard in technology-based economic development. The risks associated with underfunding the centers are clear.

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2 days ago
6 min

Startups Nationwide to See Job Losses Absent Urgent SBA Rule Fix

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

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Mar 24
3 min

Local company makes air purification systems that kill COVID-19

LifeAire Systems creates in-duct air purification systems that remove airborne pathogens such as COVID-19

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Mar 18
1 min

Ben Franklin’s Commitment to Helping Clients Navigate the Impact of COVID-19

By Ryan E. Glenn, Director of Statewide Initiatives Ben Franklin Technology Partners With the recent news and uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 situation,...

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Mar 2
3 min

The Burg: Tech Traction: Ben Franklin Technology Partners helps promising start-ups get up & running

In sum, Ben Franklin helps promising technology companies get off the ground by providing funding, expertise and resources.

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Feb 27
2 min

DCED Tells Senate Committee Proposed Innovative Package Includes $5 Million Increase for BFTDA

Launched more than 35 years ago, Ben Franklin Technology Partners serves all 67 counties through four regionally based centers.

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Feb 26
2 min

DCED Outlines Proposed $5 Million Funding Increase for Ben Franklin during House Budget Hearing

Committee is reviewing Gov. Wolf’s proposed 2020-21 budget, which includes a $12.35M increase to drive evidence-based, statewide innovation.

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Feb 25
5 min

A tale of 2 cities' tech jobs: New nonprofit wants to grow San Fran, Silicon Valley pipeline to Pgh

A Lancaster native, Carnegie Mellon U grad and San Francisco transplant, Mr. Pitzer is hunting down companies that are ready to expand.

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Feb 21
3 min

Erie company is stoking production

“A lot of local investors are investing because they want Erie to be a place where their kids want to stay and work,” he said.

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Feb 7
2 min

Pittsburgh Biz Times: State budget address to propose Innovation Works funding

Pittsburgh-based Innovation Works is part of a statewide network called Ben Franklin Technology Partners, which Wolf announced last week...

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Feb 4
2 min

$5 M Funding Increase Proposed for Ben Franklin to Drive Innovation, Foster High-Tech Development

The funding is part of a new initiative that totals $12.35 million to ensure the commonwealth, with the leadership of organizations like Ben

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Feb 4
2 min

The Times-Tribune: Today's budget proposal to include extra cash for economic development

Gov. Wolf’s 2020-21 budget proposal comes out today, but he’s already revealed a few treats planned for key state-funded economic agencies.

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Jan 31
1 min

PA Business Report: Gov’s proposed budget includes $5M increase for Ben Franklin Technology Dev Auth

Governor’s proposed budget includes $5M increase for Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority BY KEVIN RANDOLPH | JANUARY 28, 2020 | COMPANIES Go...

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Jan 27
1 min

Pgh Business Times: Governor Wolf's proposed budget focuses on statewide innovation strategies

“In the nation’s highly competitive high-tech economy, every dollar matters.”

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Jan 24
2 min

Governor’s 2020-21 Budget Proposes $5 Million Increase for Ben Franklin

Smart investments in innovation, high-tech development fuel Pa.’s economy

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Jan 24
2 min

In budget sneak peek, Gov. Wolf rolls out $12.35M grant program to fund manufacturing research

Friday’s event was part of the slow rolled reveal to Wolf’s 2020 budget proposal.

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Jan 21
3 min

Chad Paul to Retire as President and CEO of Ben Franklin NE PA

BFTP announced the retirement of R. Chadwick Paul, Jr. as President & CEO. Paul has served since 2002 and will retire effective July 1, 2020

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Dec 12, 2019
3 min

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Could Pittsburgh be the next Silicon Valley? A new study thinks so.

Pittsburgh’s advanced technology economy has been idling in neutral, some experts say, but a new study believes it doesn’t have to

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Oct 29, 2019
1 min

CBS21 News: Report finds PA lagging behind in innovation

Leaders from across the commonwealth gathered at Penn State Harrisburg today discussing innovation in Pennsylvania.

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Oct 29, 2019
2 min

Penn State, Grow PA host meeting to discuss state's innovation economy

Leaders from business, industry & government from around the state gathered at Penn State Harrisburg on Oct. 25 to discuss innovation i Pa.

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Oct 29, 2019
2 min

Abc27 News: Inaugural Grow PA meeting aims to spark innovation

Business leaders from across Pennsylvania gathered Friday at Penn State Harrisburg to talk about a new initiative to help revitalize the sta