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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.

LVEDC: The Lehigh Valley is paving the way for success in life sciences

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.

Gov. Wolf: $246 Million Awarded to Support Small Businesses Across Pennsylvania

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Sep 14, 20223 min read

Gov. Wolf: $246 Million Awarded to Support Small Businesses Across Pennsylvania

Direct Venture Investment funding has been awarded to Ben Franklin Technology Partners through the State Small Business Credit Initiative.

Gov. Wolf Announces New Technology Jobs Coming to LV with Expansion of iDEAL Semiconductor Devices

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Aug 26, 20223 min read

Gov. Wolf Announces New Technology Jobs Coming to LV with Expansion of iDEAL Semiconductor Devices

As part of the expansion, iDEAL Semiconductor plans to increase its footprint at Ben Franklin Technology Partners of NEPA by 15,000 sq feet

State Budget Includes Investments in Innovation

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Jul 11, 20222 min read

State Budget Includes Investments in Innovation

The line item for BFTDA, which is included within the budget for (DCED), will rise from $14.5 million to $17 million in the 2022-23 budget.

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania Created/Retained 7,356 Jobs in 2021

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Mar 2, 20222 min read

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania Created/Retained 7,356 Jobs in 2021

In 2021, 7,356 northeastern Pennsylvania jobs were created or retained as a result of the BFTP of NEPA's work.

Pennsylvania & the Importance of Government-Funded Venture Capital

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.

LVEDC Interviews Angelo Valletta, President & CEO of BFTP/NEP

Lehigh Valley PA

Sep 29, 20213 min read

LVEDC Interviews Angelo Valletta, President & CEO of BFTP/NEP

Angelo Valletta is a multiple award-winning senior business executive with 35 years of comprehensive organizational leadership experience

LVB: LifeAire Systems sees staggering growth with COVID-19 demand for air purification

Lehigh Valley Business

Jun 27, 20213 min read

LVB: LifeAire Systems sees staggering growth with COVID-19 demand for air purification

“The number of LifeAire products installed increased 700% from the pre-pandemic time to the current time.”

Northeastern PA is a Leading Innovation Hub Thanks to Talent, Support Network, and Location

Angelo J. Valletta

Jun 21, 20215 min read

Northeastern PA is a Leading Innovation Hub Thanks to Talent, Support Network, and Location

Ben Franklin NEP does great work. Now it's time to ensure that Ben Franklin can also have the greatest impact possible.

Morning Call LTE: Pa. must invest in innovation

Angelo J. Valletta

Jun 6, 20211 min read

Morning Call LTE: Pa. must invest in innovation

Published in the MORNING CALL on June 4, 2021 From early in the pandemic, Ben Franklin Technology Partners' clients have been working to...

Reading Eagle: State Needs to Continue Investing in Innovation

Angelo J. Valletta

May 19, 20211 min read

Reading Eagle: State Needs to Continue Investing in Innovation

Pennsylvania must continue to invest in innovation, to fully restart and grow our economy, to help us remain competitive

Reading Eagle: New Ben Franklin CEO plans to 'hunt' startups for Reading, Berks

The Reading Eagle

May 11, 20215 min read

Reading Eagle: New Ben Franklin CEO plans to 'hunt' startups for Reading, Berks

A public-private partnership, BFTP/NEP creates and retains jobs in the state by linking early-stage tech firms and established manufacturers