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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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Lehigh Valley PA
Aug 2, 20234 min read
LVEDC: The Lehigh Valley is paving the way for success in life sciences
The next OraSure Technologies, B. Braun Medical, and CryoConcepts are going to be able to write their success stories set in Lehigh Valley.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
May 18, 20231 min read
The White House calls Pittsburgh 'a hub for innovation' as it moves to boost investment
The city was singled out for its emerging robotics, biomanufacturing and clean energy industries
Innovation Works
Sep 2, 20223 min read
Pittsburgh's Innovation Works: Facts You Need to Know about Build Back Better
The White House announced the Pittsburgh region has been awarded $62.7 million in BBB funding to help support innovation and economic growth
Centre Daily Times
Jul 25, 20224 min read
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."
90.5 WESA
Apr 6, 20223 min read
Pittsburgh needs both startups and manufacturers in its bid to modernize industry, tech leader says
An engineer and entrepreneur, Formica became the head of the AlphaLab Gear startup accelerator in February 2022.
Ben Franklin 4 PA
Apr 4, 20224 min read
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.
Angelo J. Valletta
Nov 29, 20213 min read
Pennsylvania & the Importance of Government-Funded Venture Capital
Nearly 40 years since its inception, BFTP has proven a resounding success, having earned bipartisan support over multiple administrations.
Ben Franklin 4 PA
Jun 29, 20212 min read
2021-22 Budget Invests in Innovation by Continuing Support for Ben Franklin Technology Partners
The $14.5 million investment in the 2021-22 budget keeps Ben Franklin’s base appropriation level.
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