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Policy Agenda Roadmap Challenges Pa. to Fully Commit to Innovation
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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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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 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
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.
Ryan E. Glenn
Feb 22, 20223 min read
Proposed Budget Recognizes Innovation is Pennsylvania’s Best Path Forward
Moving forward, Ben Franklin is united in its mission to power economic growth and improve the human condition through innovation.
Philadelphia Business Journal
Feb 15, 20222 min read
Gov. Wolf's proposed budget would give Ben Franklin Technology Partners $8M to fund more startups
BFTP currently funds about 50 startups per year, and the new funding proposed by Gov. Wolf could support an additional 10 to 15 companies
Pittsburgh Inno
Feb 14, 20223 min read
Here's what Gov. Wolf's budget proposal could mean for region's startups, entrepreneurs
Wolf's PA budget proposal would represent a more than 57% increase in funding from the $3.5 million IW currently operates on each year.
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.
Ryan E. Glenn
Nov 18, 20213 min read
With Continued Investments, Pennsylvania is Equipped to Continue Global Startup Success
Pa. must capitalize on progress made by continuing to invest in innovation & technological advances & build upon the $14.5 mil investment
Ben Franklin 4 PA
Oct 20, 20212 min read
Pittsburgh and Philadelphia Ranked Among the Top Global Startup Ecosystems
Reports like the one issued by Startup Genome spotlight the positive results we can achieve in the commonwealth when we all work together.
Scott Nissenbaum
Jul 26, 20214 min read
Vital Lessons from 2020 Provide a Blueprint for Pennsylvania’s Economic Future
BFTP/SEP's grant & partnership with Philly startup leaders was a response to a community call to action to support underrepresented founders
Ben Franklin 4 PA
Jun 29, 20212 min read
2021-22 Budget Invests in Innovation by Continuing Support for Ben Franklin Technology Partners
The $14.5 million investment in the 2021-22 budget keeps Ben Franklin’s base appropriation level.
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