STATE COLLEGE - The Ben Franklin TechCelerator @State College is pleased to announce the names of the two winners of its recent 8-Week Boot Camp Program for budding tech entrepreneurs.  Corey Dillon and Chris Houser, from Innovative Interseeding Technology, were awarded a $7,500 prize, while Lindsay Fairman from FairTech Labs took home a check for $2,500.  The prize money was presented by Kevin Irick with SiliconScapes, a previous Boot Camp winner.

Corey and Chris developed a three-in-one Interseeder, a machine that helps reduce the time, energy, and costs of planting cover crops in corn and soybeans.  Cover crops protect the soil and help increase yields, reduce agricultural runoff, and increase farm profits.

Lindsay Fairman, CEO of FairTech Labs, developed “Shelf Scouter,” a personalized household product inventory management system.  This on-line and mobile tool helps organize, manage and acquire the day-to-day products used in every busy household.  Initially focused on mothers with young children, the tool can easily be adapted to other demographics.

Four other startups also successfully participated in the Boot Camp and made impressive final presentations to a panel of local judges.  These include:  Analytical Flavor Systems, Impulse Technology, Community Vines, and Atoptix.

Don McCandless, Director of the Ben Franklin TechCelerator@State College, said, “We had a broad range of technologies in this particular cohort which created very interesting dynamics and conversations.  The teams were able to provide each other with varied perspectives on how their products would be perceived by the market and potential investors, which really accelerated the learning and progress of all participants.”

To learn more about the Ben Franklin TechCelerator Program, or to contact either of the winners, phone Don McCandless at 814-865-2040 or email at dlm74@psu.edu

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Saladax Biomedical, Inc., a privately held company developing novel diagnostic tests that individually optimize a patient’s exposure to chemotherapy, announced it has been certified as a registered CLIA Laboratory from the Office of Clinical Standards and Quality (OCSQ), a division of The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that regulates laboratory testing performed on humans. The CLIA certification and approval marks a significant milestone for Saladax, allowing the company to begin clinical laboratory operations for the MyCare™ portfolio of products at its facilities located in Ben Franklin TechVentures®, Bethlehem, PA. Read more http://www.saladax.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Saladax-CLIA-Certifcation-FINAL.pdf

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About this Webinar

Greater Philadelphia is strategically located between New York City and Washington, D.C. in the heart of the Northeast United States, and at the core of the wealthiest and most densely populated region of the county. We invite you to learn more about why Greater Philadelphia is the perfect place to launch your business. This presentation will introduce you to the strengths of the region as well as resources like Select Greater Philadelphia, available to support your company’s efforts to enter the market.

Select Greater Philadelphia (Select) is an economic development marketing organization dedicated to attracting and growing companies in Greater Philadelphia. Select assists companies interested in the region by providing free and customized information about the 11-county area.

Alice Solomon, Assistant Vice President, Business Development for Select Greater Philadelphia will present the webinar. Alice is responsible for promoting the Greater Philadelphia Region and attracting foreign and domestic businesses to locate in the region. Alice works closely with economic development organizations, site selectors, consultants and government leaders within the 11 county Greater Philadelphia region.

June 18th
9:00AM – 10:00AM

About the EEB Hub Commercialization Center™ (HCC)

The Energy Efficient Buildings Hub (EEB Hub) and Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania (BFTP/SEP) created the EEB Hub Commercialization Center (HCC). Sign up today for a free business consultation!

The HCC is located at the Hub Center, Building 101 at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. The HCC has part and full time client office spaces for entrepreneurs and businesses focused on improving energy efficiency in new and retrofitted buildings. HCC clients have direct access to Hub personnel, meetings and events for an immersive experience in Advanced Energy Retrofit (AER) development and commercialization. The EEB Hub is funded by the U.S. DOE, EDA and other federal agencies.

The HCC offers a suite of services designed to accelerate market introduction of building energy efficiency technologies, reducing costs and creating jobs. In addition to business and product development services, the HCC offers access to financing and entre to a network of prototyping and fabrication labs.

The HCC offers virtual programs and services through the Ben Franklin Navigator™ program: Sign up for a free consultation today! Ben Franklin Navigator™ offers business mentoring, product commercialization, networking and partnership opportunities. Created by Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern PA, the program creates linkages with companies regionally, nationally and internationally, who are interested in exploring regional opportunities, and being involved with the EEB Hub.

For more information, please visit: www.eebhub.org/hcc

Ben Franklin Navigator™ contact:

Dr. Omar Mencin
omar@sep.benfranklin.org
215-972-6700 x3011

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HARRISBURG, PA – Today, the Ben Franklin Technology Partners statewide network, a national and international model for technology innovation and entrepreneurship, celebrated its 30th anniversary with the help of three Pennsylvania Governors.

With an introduction by State Senator John Gordner, the 30th Celebration Event was held at the Harrisburg University of Science and Technology. A panel discussion followed, moderated by Rob Atkinson, President, of the Information Technology & Innovation Foundation in Washington, D.C.

Governor Tom Corbett made the opening remarks for the panel, which also consisted of former Governors Dick Thornburgh and Tom Ridge. Governor Corbett said, “The Ben Franklin Technology Partners continue to be a national model, powering the next generation of entrepreneurs and helping to transfer new technologies into the marketplace. My administration will continue to support Ben Franklin to help create the innovative, high-tech and high-wage jobs that emerge from the work of the partners. Congratulations on celebrating 30 years of success and enabling Pennsylvania to remain the state of innovation.”

Governor Ridge said, “I am very glad to be part of the 30th anniversary of Ben Franklin Technology Partners. Ben Franklin has an enviable track record launching successful new technology companies and helping established manufacturers innovate. As Chairman of the State Science and Technology Institute, I know first-hand that Ben Franklin has become the gold standard for technology-based economic development and the advantage that gives our state at many levels. Ben Franklin is truly one of the things that keep Pennsylvania a leader among states and a competitor among nations.”

Governor Thornburgh said, “While it is hard to believe it has been thirty years since the founding of Ben Franklin Technology Partners, I am gratified by the positive impact it has had on the Pennsylvania economy. We knew back in 1982 that Pennsylvania had to diversify toward a knowledge-based economy and leverage the research and talent coming from our many institutions of higher education. Ben Franklin has helped the Commonwealth do just that and has built a powerful innovation network that is second to none in the country.”

“Ben Franklin Technology Partners is a leading example of the benefits of technology-based economic development, illustrating the positive impact government investment in innovation can have on entrepreneurship and economic growth,” notes Robert Atkinson, President of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) “Over its thirty year history, BFTP has been a major catalyst in the development of the modern high-tech economy and I am confident they will continue to play a major role in the development of next generation technologies, businesses and industries.”

RoseAnn B. Rosenthal, President and CEO of Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania, commented, “We are proud to celebrate our 30th year of helping PA’s talented entrepreneurs bring their Dreams to Reality! The ability of the BFTPs to work with companies bringing new technologies to the market, and with regional partners to provide the support system and resources that help these companies thrive and create the job opportunities that Pennsylvanians want and need, has been demonstrated even in the weakest of economic times and under constrained resources,” she added.

BFTP released its Anniversary Brochure, chronicling successes over the past 30 years.

Earlier in the day, BFTP announced the results of an independent, third-party evaluation of its impact on the State’s economy. Conducted by the Pennsylvania Economy League and KLIOS Consulting, the report covers the five-year timeframe from 2007 through 2011. The report found:

• BFTP boosted the Pennsylvania economy (Gross State Product) by $6.6 Billion from 2007 through 2011.
• Since 1989, BFTP has boosted the state’s economy by more than $23.5 billion.
• From 2007 through 2011, the Commonwealth received $358 million in additional state tax receipts as a direct result of BFTP investments in client firms. Another $144 million in state tax receipts flowed from related BFTP client services, for a total increase of $502 million in state revenue due to BFTP.
• New state tax revenue generated because of BFTP represents a 3.6 to 1 payback to the Commonwealth on its $137.7 million investment during that period.
• From 2007 through 2011, The BFTPs generated 7,485 additional jobs in client firms.
• Client revenues, purchasing and investments rippled throughout the Pennsylvania economy, giving rise to higher employment across the state. From 2007 through 2011, BFTP generated an additional 12,715 jobs beyond those in client firms.
• BFTP produced a total of 20,200 jobs in the Commonwealth between 2007 through 2011 that otherwise would not have existed.
• Since 1989, BFTP has generated 51,000 additional jobs in client firms.
• Since 1989, BFTP generated 89,000 additional jobs as a result of increased purchasing and investment by client firms, yielding a total of 140,000 new jobs attributable to BFTP’s work.

A copy of the report can be downloaded at http://benfranklin.org

About Ben Franklin Technology Partners

The Ben Franklin Technology Partners, an initiative of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development and funded by the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority, provides investment capital, operational assistance, and entrepreneurial support to emerging technology-based companies and established manufacturers for the purpose of creating and retaining jobs in Pennsylvania. For more information click on http://benfranklin.org

About Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania

Ben Franklin is celebrating our 30th year of helping our region’s talented entrepreneurs bring their Dreams to Reality. Ben Franklin is a national, award winning organization for Stimulating Entrepreneurial Potential, through entrepreneurship, technology and innovation. We grow technology companies and partnerships through the Capital, Knowledge and Networks that help innovative enterprises compete in the global marketplace, generating wealth and supporting regional economic growth. Ben Franklin has invested more than $165 million to grow more than 1,750 regional enterprises, across all areas of technology. It has launched university/industry partnerships that accelerate scientific discoveries to commercialization. The Ben Franklin Technology Partners is an initiative of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development and is funded by the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority.

For additional information, please visit www.sep.benfranklin.org, Facebook, LinkedIn & Twitter.

BFTP/SEP Contact:

Jaron J. Rhodes
Manager, Marketing and Communications
(215) 972-6700, ext. 3214
jaron@sep.benfranklin.org

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The Governor’s Impact Awards recognized 50 companies from throughout the state in five categories. Ben Franklin client and alumni winners included:

-       Abec, Inc., Bethlehem – Export Impact Award
-       Bosch Rexroth Corporation, Bethlehem – Jobs First Award
-       Cornell Iron Works, Inc., Mountain Top – Export Impact Award
-       Custom Processing Services, Inc., Reading – Small Business Impact Award
-       Originate Ventures, Bethlehem – Entrepreneur Impact Award
-       Puritan Products, Inc., Bethlehem – Small Business Impact Award
-       sanofi pasteur, Swiftwater – Community Impact Award
-       Solar Innovations, Inc., Pine Grove – Entrepreneur Impact Award
-       TMG Health, Jessup – Jobs First Award
-       Vigon International, East Stroudsburg – Small Business Impact Award

Ben Franklin client and alumni finalists included:

-       Discovery Machine Inc., Williamsport
-       EcoTech Marine, Allentown
-       Effort Foundry, Inc., Bath

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