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Alvernia University Welcomes Angelo Valletta as Executive in Residence for 2025–2026 Academic Year
November 3, 2025
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania proudly announces that President and CEO Angelo J. Valletta has been named Executive in Residence for Alvernia University’s Header School of Business for the 2025–2026 academic year. In this role, Valletta will mentor...
Community at Work: Ben Franklin TechVentures® Hosts the Region’s Big Conversations
October 24, 2025
At Ben Franklin, community isn’t a backdrop. It’s the engine. When leaders gather to compare lessons, share what works, and pressure-test ideas, innovation moves faster and farther. That’s core to our mission: catalyzing technology-driven growth and strengthening the regional economy....
Ben Franklin Technology Partners and Erie Insurance Launch Erie Revitalization Investment Fund providing $500,000 to Boost Local Economic Growth
October 3, 2025
The fund fills the gap between great ideas and the resources needed to bring them to life. Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern Pennsylvania (Ben Franklin CNP) and Erie Insurance have announced the launch of the $500,000 Erie...
Ben Franklin Technology Partners Announces Q1 Investments Over 1 Million
September 26, 2025
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania has approved $1,162,669.50 in investments from July to September of fiscal year 2026. These investments will support 13 companies—11 early-stage companies and 2 established manufacturers—fostering innovative product development, workforce expansion, and operational growth...
The Future of Aging is Here: Ben Franklin TechCelerator Crowns New Leaders in AgeTech
September 19, 2025
After eight weeks of hands-on mentorship, one-on-one coaching, and pitch practice, seven startups took the virtual stage on Thursday, September 18th, 2025, for the AgeTech TechCelerator Finale, competing for up to $15,000 in funding. First place, with a winning prize...
Ben Franklin CEO Angelo Valletta Named Board Chair of American Red Cross Rivers Chapter
September 15, 2025
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania is proud to share that President and CEO Angelo Valletta has been appointed Board Chair of the American Red Cross Rivers Chapter Board of Directors, beginning his term in July 2025. The Rivers...
Ben Franklin CEO Angelo Valletta Named Board Chair of American Red Cross Rivers Chapter
September 12, 2025
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania is proud to share that President and CEO Angelo Valletta has been appointed Board Chair of the American Red Cross Pennsylvania Rivers Chapter Board of Directors, beginning his term in July 2025. The...
Seventeen Ben Franklin Portfolio Companies Named to Regional “Best Of” Startups List
August 12, 2025
Ben Franklin Portfolio Companies Lead the Way in Regional Innovation Seventeen of Ben Franklin Northeast’s portfolio companies have been recognized in Lehigh Valley Business’ inaugural “In the Lead” Start Up Businesses list, which highlights the 20 most promising young companies...
Eight Startups Selected for 2025 AgeTech TechCelerator Cohort
August 5, 2025
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern Pennsylvania (Ben Franklin CNP) is proud to announce the seven startups selected to participate in the 2025 AgeTech TechCelerator. This virtual accelerator was designed to fast-track technologies that improve the lives of...