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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.

“The need for innovation has never been more important”: A look at Ben Franklin’s post-COVID impact

Happy Valley Industry

Jan 10
2 min

“The need for innovation has never been more important”: A look at Ben Franklin’s post-COVID impact

“The need for innovation in Pennsylvania has never been more important than the last two years,” President and CEO Steve Brawley said.

Gov. Wolf: $246 Million Awarded to Support Small Businesses Across Pennsylvania

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Sep 14, 2022
3 min

Gov. Wolf: $246 Million Awarded to Support Small Businesses Across Pennsylvania

Direct Venture Investment funding has been awarded to Ben Franklin Technology Partners through the State Small Business Credit Initiative.

Penn State researchers created 3D-printed housing for life on Mars. Next: artificial reefs

Centre Daily Times

Jul 26, 2022
4 min

Penn State researchers created 3D-printed housing for life on Mars. Next: artificial reefs

“State College is a great place for innovation...students in the past just wanted to leave but now they're excited to stay at the startups."

State Budget Includes Investments in Innovation

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jul 11, 2022
2 min

State Budget Includes Investments in Innovation

The line item for BFTDA, which is included within the budget for (DCED), will rise from $14.5 million to $17 million in the 2022-23 budget.

Ben Franklin Investments Pay Huge Dividends for Pa.

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 26, 2022
2 min

Ben Franklin Investments Pay Huge Dividends for Pa.

Statewide initiative helped clients create 2,438 jobs, retain 12,923 more, & generate $2 billion in revenue, according to 2021 Impact Report

Flooring company flourishes thanks to innovative system that makes replacement easy

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 4, 2022
4 min

Flooring company flourishes thanks to innovative system that makes replacement easy

The desire to develop an entrepreneurial effort in home territory is in keeping with a trend that gained momentum during the pandemic.

Ben Franklin Continues to Reward Pennsylvania for its Investment

Stephen Brawley

Jan 14, 2022
3 min

Ben Franklin Continues to Reward Pennsylvania for its Investment

I love working with Ben Franklin of Central & Northern Pa. because of the work we do every day to help expand & diversify Pa.'s economy

Centre Daily Times: Pennsylvania Must Continue to Invest in Innovation

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.