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Ben Franklin to Invest $134,750 in the Regional Economy
August 18, 2022
The Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania’s (BFTP_NEPA) Board of Directors has approved the investment of $134,750 in support of regional economic development. Three companies from BFTP_NEPA’s 21-county service area received funding. The investment identified as a continuation project...
These 12 Startups Made It Into LIFT Labs’ 2022 Cohort, Including Philly-Area LLUNA
August 17, 2022
This year’s accelerator is focused on connected living, inclusive experiences and smart enterprises, and will operate on a hybrid model from the Comcast Technology Center. A cohort of 12 companies — one of which is based in Greater Philadelphia —...
Coexist Build on Dezeen Award Longlist in Sustainable Building
August 12, 2022
Ben Franklin client Coexist Build, LLC, Blandon is on the longlist for a prestigious Dezeen Award in Sustainable Building for it’s product, The Traveler. The Traveler is a do-it-yourself kit for a backyard office or cabin retreat designed and curated...
SEED YOUR BIG IDEA AND WATCH IT GROW – YOU COULD WIN UP TO $25,000!
August 9, 2022
STATE COLLEGE, PA – Did you know Ben Franklin Technology Partners is an award-winning, tech-based economic development program? We’ve been investing in tech startups and small manufactures for nearly 40 years. And now, we’re looking for innovators with BIG IDEAS...
The 7 Rs of Leadership and Life
August 2, 2022
By Angelo J. Valletta, President and CEO, Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania An organization is more than a producer of goods or services; it is part of the fabric of the communities in which it serves. Over my...
Hair Scarves And Sea Life Savers Won Big At Pennovation Accelerator’s 2022 Pitch Day
August 2, 2022
Ten founders shared their startups at the accelerator’s fifth annual pitch event. Here’s how it went down. Peach Brown, founder of Sledge Scarves, drove home the strength of her non-slip hair scarves by lifting a bowling ball with one in front...
Jefferson Lands New CEO From One Of The Country’s Largest Health Systems
August 1, 2022
Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health’s board of trustees have made their pick to take over what became the region’s largest health system under former CEO Dr. Stephen Klasko. Dr. Joseph Cacchione will be the next CEO of Jefferson, effective Sept. 6. Cacchione...
Wolf Administration: $16.4 Million in Challenge Grant Funding Approved for Ben Franklin Technology Partner Projects
July 29, 2022
Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Acting Secretary Neil Weaver and the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority (BFTDA) announced today that $16.4 million in Challenge Grant funding has been approved for the Ben Franklin Technology Partners, the first increase...
Science Center’s New Startup Development Program Is Aimed At First-Gen STEM Students
July 29, 2022
The STEM Founders Fellowship will give 10 postgraduate degree candidates $50,000 and a full year of support to turn their research or idea into a business. As Philadelphia expands its reputation and capacity for the life sciences industry, it’s also folding...
‘Is It The Right Time To Do This?’
July 28, 2022
Omar Mencin, Ben Franklin Technology Partners’ managing director of tech, has some suggestions on whether now is the best moment to build a company — and how the investor can help. As a founder or entrepreneur, when you concentrate hard...