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LVB: LifeAire Systems sees staggering growth with COVID-19 demand for air purification
“The number of LifeAire products installed increased 700% from the pre-pandemic time to the current time.”
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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
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Apr 20, 2021
- 3 min
REPORT: Ben Franklin & Clients Lifted Pa. Economy During Pandemic
Statewide initiative helped clients create 1,309 jobs, retain 12,446 more, and generate $1.8 billion in revenue to aid recovery efforts
Ryan E. Glenn
- Mar 1, 2021
- 4 min
Keeping Up with the Joneses: Pa. Must Prioritize Innovation to Compete with Neighboring States
Now more than ever that investments in innovation are critical to fuel the recovery that will help to get our economy back on track.
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Feb 4, 2021
- 2 min
Ben Franklin Technology Partners Responds to FY 2021-22 Budget
Gov. Wolf’s proposed 2021-22 General Fund budget would provide continued investments in innovation through $14.5 million in funding to BFTP.
Reed McManigle
- Jan 27, 2021
- 3 min
The Link Between Higher Education & Economic Development Must Remain a Priority in Pa. (Pt. 1 of 2)
I can tell you from experience that spinning startups out of universities is fraught with challenges.
Ben Franklin 4 PA
- Jan 5, 2021
- 3 min
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".
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
R. Chadwick Paul, Jr.
- Nov 9, 2020
- 2 min
The Faces of Ben Franklin: Re-Thinking What is Possible in Northeast Pa.
Our clients serve as the faces of Ben Franklin Technology Partners & because of their successes, Pa. has emerged as the gold standard...
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
RoseAnn B. Rosenthal
- May 8, 2020
- 3 min
Innovation Ecosystems Remain PA’s Best Opportunity to Recover and Grow. We Must Invest Accordingly.
For more than 35 years, Ben Franklin has supported hundreds of entrepreneurs in our quest to drive Pennsylvania’s innovation economy.
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.
Stephen Brawley
- May 5, 2020
- 3 min
Amid COVID-19 Recovery Efforts, Pennsylvania Must Focus on Economic Growth for Communities
We appreciate recent assistance to startups during this unprecedented time. Now we must begin the work to keep Pa. on the right econ. path.
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.
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