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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.

An In-Depth Look at Pa.’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Highlights the Strength and Importance of BFTP

Ryan E. Glenn

Aug 23, 20213 min read

An In-Depth Look at Pa.’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Highlights the Strength and Importance of BFTP

Partnerships like the one between DCED and Carnegie Mellon, as well as investments like the $14.5 million we saw in the 2021-22 General Fund

Wolf Administration and CMU Present Findings of Report on Pennsylvania’s Innovation Economy

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Aug 12, 20212 min read

Wolf Administration and CMU Present Findings of Report on Pennsylvania’s Innovation Economy

August 11, 2021 Harrisburg, PA – Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Dennis Davin joined Carnegie Mellon...

Ben Franklin’s Storied History Holds the Promise of a Bright Future for Pennsylvania (Pt. 2 of 2)

Reed McManigle

Feb 5, 20214 min read

Ben Franklin’s Storied History Holds the Promise of a Bright Future for Pennsylvania (Pt. 2 of 2)

Pennsylvania was the first state to strategically adopt an economic development policy based on technology and entrepreneurship.

The Link Between Higher Education & Economic Development Must Remain a Priority in Pa. (Pt. 1 of 2)

Reed McManigle

Jan 27, 20213 min read

The Link Between Higher Education & Economic Development Must Remain a Priority in Pa. (Pt. 1 of 2)

I can tell you from experience that spinning startups out of universities is fraught with challenges.