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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 Commends Governor’s Economic Development Focus on Innovation, Technology

Ryan E. Glenn

Jan 302 min read

Ben Franklin Commends Governor’s Economic Development Focus on Innovation, Technology

Forty years of investments in Ben Franklin Technology Partners have paid huge dividends for our commonwealth. Let's write the next chapter.

Pa. Launches the Pennsylvania Strategic Investments to Enhance Sites Program (PA SITES)

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Sep 27, 20233 min read

Pa. Launches the Pennsylvania Strategic Investments to Enhance Sites Program (PA SITES)

The Shapiro Administration will hold listening sessions with business and economic development leaders across Pennsylvania.

Ben Franklin Clients Generated $2.4 Billion in Revenue in 2022

Ben Franklin 4 PA

May 31, 20232 min read

Ben Franklin Clients Generated $2.4 Billion in Revenue in 2022

In 2022, BFTP clients secured $1.4 billion in post-Ben Franklin financing, created 1,508 jobs, helped to retain 10,145 positions

The White House calls Pittsburgh 'a hub for innovation' as it moves to boost investment

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

May 18, 20231 min read

The White House calls Pittsburgh 'a hub for innovation' as it moves to boost investment

The city was singled out for its emerging robotics, biomanufacturing and clean energy industries

Policy Agenda Roadmap Challenges Pa. to Fully Commit to Innovation

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Mar 16, 20232 min read

Policy Agenda Roadmap Challenges Pa. to Fully Commit to Innovation

Ben Franklin Technology Partners is a national leader in technology-based economic development. Top talent already exists right here in our

Commonwealth of innovation: A policy agenda for revitalizing Pennsylvania’s economic dynamism

BROOKINGS

Oct 19, 20224 min read

Commonwealth of innovation: A policy agenda for revitalizing Pennsylvania’s economic dynamism

“Few states possess as many of the assets needed for innovation-driven growth as Pennsylvania,” Brookings’ researchers wrote in the study.

Pennsylvania’s Innovation Economy Driving Growth

Ryan E. Glenn

Oct 6, 20222 min read

Pennsylvania’s Innovation Economy Driving Growth

Pennsylvania jumped 6 spots from #23 to #17 in CNBC’s annual rankings for America’s Top States for Business in 2022, now in its 15th year.

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.

Ben Franklin Investments Pay Huge Dividends for Pa.

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Apr 26, 20222 min read

Ben Franklin Investments Pay Huge Dividends for Pa.

Statewide initiative helped clients create 2,438 jobs, retain 12,923 more, & generate $2 billion in revenue, according to 2021 Impact Report

Investments in Innovation Keep Pa.’s Economy Growing

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Feb 8, 20222 min read

Investments in Innovation Keep Pa.’s Economy Growing

Under the governor’s proposed budget, each Ben Franklin would receive $5.5 million, totaling $22 million for the statewide initiative.