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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
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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.
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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
Ben Franklin 4 PA
Apr 26, 20232 min read
Study: Ben Franklin Grew Pa.'s Economy by $6.1 Billion, Created 16,006 Jobs from 2017 to 2021
Since its inception, Ben Franklin has boosted Pa.’s economy by $30 billion
Philadelphia Business Journal
Dec 8, 20222 min read
Pennsylvania's innovation economy suffers from 'lack of a drumbeat,' policy experts say
The factors and effects of Pennsylvania's lagging innovation economy are wide-ranging and diverse.
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.
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.
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.
WFMZ-TV 69News
May 9, 20221 min read
Report: Ben Franklin Tech Partners created hundreds of jobs in our region
Supporting new technology initiatives from an established manufacturer's perspective, investing and supporting early-stage organizations
Ben Franklin 4 PA
Apr 4, 20224 min read
Flooring company flourishes thanks to innovative system that makes replacement easy
The desire to develop an entrepreneurial effort in home territory is in keeping with a trend that gained momentum during the pandemic.
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...
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