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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.

Ben Franklin Client LifeAire Systems Presents in PA DCED’s Innovating to Recovery Series

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jan 5, 20213 min read

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".

DCED Highlights AireLife’s Revolutionary Air Filtration System for COVID-19 Mitigation

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jan 5, 20212 min read

DCED Highlights AireLife’s Revolutionary Air Filtration System for COVID-19 Mitigation

"LifeAire is an outstanding example of a young company that has responded swiftly and effectively to this pandemic.”

Wolf Administration Highlights Development of Promising New Drug Candidate to Treat COVID-19

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Dec 10, 20203 min read

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.

A COVID-19 vaccine that you drink? That’s what a company in Allentown is working on

The Morning Call

Dec 4, 20204 min read

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 Client USSF First in PA DCED’s Innovating to Recovery Series

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Dec 3, 20204 min read

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

Silverstein, Cantor Fitzgerald invest $56M in University City life sciences development

Philadelphia Business Journal

Dec 3, 20204 min read

Silverstein, Cantor Fitzgerald invest $56M in University City life sciences development

Silverstein Properties Inc. and Cantor Fitzgerald have made a $56 million investment in the development of 3.0 University Place

Saladax Hires 8 to Address Demand for Schizophrenia Medication Test

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Oct 12, 20202 min read

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

Wolf Administration: OraSure Expansion to Increase COVID-19 Testing Capabilities, Bring New Jobs

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Aug 11, 20202 min read

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

Morning Call: Ben Franklin investment funds to aid companies creating technology to fight COVID-19

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jun 28, 20202 min read

Morning Call: Ben Franklin investment funds to aid companies creating technology to fight COVID-19

The nearly $2 million in public money will help early-stage companies under BFTP of NEPA that have struggled since the coronavirus pandemic.

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of NE Pa to Invest $547,500 in the Regional Economy

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jun 11, 20205 min read

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of NE Pa to Invest $547,500 in the Regional Economy

BFTP/NEP announces the following early-stage company investments, which are provided in the form of loans with warrants.

National Poll Shows Overwhelming Support in Pa. for Investments in Innovation

Ben Franklin 4 PA

May 22, 20202 min read

National Poll Shows Overwhelming Support in Pa. for Investments in Innovation

The SSTI Poll used a bipartisan team of pollsters to determine American attitudes toward investments in innovation.

Area businesses fight COVID-19 with innovation

Ben Franklin 4 PA

May 5, 20205 min read

Area businesses fight COVID-19 with innovation

“Ben Franklin Technology Partners invests in innovative solutions for many industries,” said Ken Okrepkie, regional manager.

In unprecedented move, Philly's regional economic development groups join forces during pandemic

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 28, 20205 min read

In unprecedented move, Philly's regional economic development groups join forces during pandemic

“It is an unprecedented level of collaboration driven by the level of urgency,” said RoseAnn B. Rosenthal, CEO of BFTP of SEPA

Tech companies tweaking their products & service lines to help in a worldwide fight against COVID-19

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 26, 20204 min read

Tech companies tweaking their products & service lines to help in a worldwide fight against COVID-19

As more hospitals and doctor’s offices prioritize virtual care and telemedicine, business is booming...

LVB: Ben Franklin to target funding at startups, manufacturers needing boost

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 23, 20202 min read

LVB: Ben Franklin to target funding at startups, manufacturers needing boost

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania unveiled a three-pronged plan for $1 million allocation it received from DCED

Ben Franklin Awarded $4 Million to Aid Struggling Startups, Foster Innovation in Response to COVID19

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 23, 20203 min read

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.

Wolf Administration: New Funding Available for Technology-Based Companies

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 22, 20202 min read

Wolf Administration: New Funding Available for Technology-Based Companies

The Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority (BFTDA) today approved the disbursement of $1 million in funding to each of the 4 BFTP

Ben Franklin Partners with Governor, DCED on Portal to Utilize Innovation, Mobilize Manufacturers

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 6, 20202 min read

Ben Franklin Partners with Governor, DCED on Portal to Utilize Innovation, Mobilize Manufacturers

Ben Franklin Partners with Governor, DCED on Portal to Utilize Innovation, Mobilize Manufacturers in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

Gov. Wolf Urges Manufacturing Sector to Report Critical COVID-19-Related Supply Capabilities, Needs

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 6, 20202 min read

Gov. Wolf Urges Manufacturing Sector to Report Critical COVID-19-Related Supply Capabilities, Needs

Visit the newly developed Pennsylvania Manufacturing Call to Action Portal.

Startups Nationwide to See Job Losses Absent Urgent SBA Rule Fix

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 1, 20206 min read

Startups Nationwide to See Job Losses Absent Urgent SBA Rule Fix

Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.