Ben Franklin 4 PA
Ben Franklin Client LifeAire Systems Presents in PA DCED’s Innovating to Recovery Series
“LifeAire’s ability to pivot quickly in applying its technology to address the pandemic is emblematic of early-stage technology firms".
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Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Jan 5, 2021
- 2 min
DCED Highlights AireLife’s Revolutionary Air Filtration System for COVID-19 Mitigation
"LifeAire is an outstanding example of a young company that has responded swiftly and effectively to this pandemic.”
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Dec 10, 2020
- 3 min
Wolf Administration Highlights Development of Promising New Drug Candidate to Treat COVID-19
CytoAgents, a Ben Franklin Technology Partners company, has begun its Phase 1 clinical trial for COVID-19 treatment.
The Morning Call
- Dec 4, 2020
- 4 min
A COVID-19 vaccine that you drink? That’s what a company in Allentown is working on
USSF and VaxForm are clients of Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Both companies got started at Ben Franklin.
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Dec 3, 2020
- 4 min
Ben Franklin Client USSF First in PA DCED’s Innovating to Recovery Series
USSF will expand its 41,000 sq-ft facility in Allentown and will request an FDA EUA approval to release COVID-19 oral and injectable vaccine
Philadelphia Business Journal
- Dec 3, 2020
- 4 min
Silverstein, Cantor Fitzgerald invest $56M in University City life sciences development
Silverstein Properties Inc. and Cantor Fitzgerald have made a $56 million investment in the development of 3.0 University Place
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Oct 12, 2020
- 2 min
Saladax Hires 8 to Address Demand for Schizophrenia Medication Test
bringing crucial clinical tools to mental health practitioners to help them make informed decisions, enhance patient care
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Aug 11, 2020
- 2 min
Wolf Administration: OraSure Expansion to Increase COVID-19 Testing Capabilities, Bring New Jobs
OraSure received a funding proposal from DCED for Pennsylvania First Grant & Job Creation Tax Credits
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Jun 28, 2020
- 2 min
Morning Call: Ben Franklin investment funds to aid companies creating technology to fight COVID-19
The nearly $2 million in public money will help early-stage companies under BFTP of NEPA that have struggled since the coronavirus pandemic.
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Jun 11, 2020
- 5 min
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of NE Pa to Invest $547,500 in the Regional Economy
BFTP/NEP announces the following early-stage company investments, which are provided in the form of loans with warrants.
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- May 22, 2020
- 2 min
National Poll Shows Overwhelming Support in Pa. for Investments in Innovation
The SSTI Poll used a bipartisan team of pollsters to determine American attitudes toward investments in innovation.
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- May 6, 2020
- 5 min
Area businesses fight COVID-19 with innovation
“Ben Franklin Technology Partners invests in innovative solutions for many industries,” said Ken Okrepkie, regional manager.
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Apr 28, 2020
- 5 min
In unprecedented move, Philly's regional economic development groups join forces during pandemic
“It is an unprecedented level of collaboration driven by the level of urgency,” said RoseAnn B. Rosenthal, CEO of BFTP of SEPA
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Apr 27, 2020
- 4 min
Tech companies tweaking their products & service lines to help in a worldwide fight against COVID-19
As more hospitals and doctor’s offices prioritize virtual care and telemedicine, business is booming...
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Apr 24, 2020
- 2 min
LVB: Ben Franklin to target funding at startups, manufacturers needing boost
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania unveiled a three-pronged plan for $1 million allocation it received from DCED
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Apr 23, 2020
- 3 min
Ben Franklin Awarded $4 Million to Aid Struggling Startups, Foster Innovation in Response to COVID19
Before the COVID-19 outbreak, Gov. Tom Wolf proposed a 2020-21 General Fund budget that included a $5 million increase for BFTDA.
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Apr 23, 2020
- 2 min
Wolf Administration: New Funding Available for Technology-Based Companies
The Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority (BFTDA) today approved the disbursement of $1 million in funding to each of the 4 BFTP
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Apr 6, 2020
- 2 min
Ben Franklin Partners with Governor, DCED on Portal to Utilize Innovation, Mobilize Manufacturers
Ben Franklin Partners with Governor, DCED on Portal to Utilize Innovation, Mobilize Manufacturers in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Apr 6, 2020
- 2 min
Gov. Wolf Urges Manufacturing Sector to Report Critical COVID-19-Related Supply Capabilities, Needs
Visit the newly developed Pennsylvania Manufacturing Call to Action Portal.
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Apr 1, 2020
- 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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