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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 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

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.”

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

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".

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.

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