Ryan E. Glenn
Proposed Budget Recognizes Innovation is Pennsylvania’s Best Path Forward
Moving forward, Ben Franklin is united in its mission to power economic growth and improve the human condition through innovation.
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Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Feb 8, 2022
- 2 min
Investments in Innovation Keep Pa.’s Economy Growing
Under the governor’s proposed budget, each Ben Franklin would receive $5.5 million, totaling $22 million for the statewide initiative.
Ryan E. Glenn
- Aug 23, 2021
- 3 min
An In-Depth Look at Pa.’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Highlights the Strength and Importance of BFTP
Partnerships like the one between DCED and Carnegie Mellon, as well as investments like the $14.5 million we saw in the 2021-22 General Fund
Scott Nissenbaum
- Jul 26, 2021
- 4 min
Vital Lessons from 2020 Provide a Blueprint for Pennsylvania’s Economic Future
BFTP/SEP's grant & partnership with Philly startup leaders was a response to a community call to action to support underrepresented founders
Philadelphia Business Journal
- Jul 20, 2021
- 2 min
Ben Franklin/SEP uses additional funds to focus on 'surviving and thriving' firms during pandemic
The seed fund received an additional $1 million in April 2020 from DCED to supplement its $3.5 million from Pa.'s standard challenge grant.
Angelo J. Valletta
- Jun 21, 2021
- 5 min
Northeastern PA is a Leading Innovation Hub Thanks to Talent, Support Network, and Location
Ben Franklin NEP does great work. Now it's time to ensure that Ben Franklin can also have the greatest impact possible.
Angelo J. Valletta
- Jun 7, 2021
- 1 min
Morning Call LTE: Pa. must invest in innovation
Published in the MORNING CALL on June 4, 2021 From early in the pandemic, Ben Franklin Technology Partners' clients have been working to...
Stephen Brawley
- May 21, 2021
- 1 min
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.
Ryan E. Glenn
- May 10, 2021
- 3 min
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.
Ryan E. Glenn
- May 3, 2021
- 3 min
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
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