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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.

Here's what the proposed state budget could mean for Innovation Work's funding

Pittsburgh Business Times

Feb 8, 20212 min read

Here's what the proposed state budget could mean for Innovation Work's funding

Rich Lunak, president and CEO of Innovation Works, anticipates IW will receive about $3.5 million of the funding.

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.

Ben Franklin 4 PA

Feb 25, 20205 min read

A tale of 2 cities' tech jobs: New nonprofit wants to grow San Fran, Silicon Valley pipeline to Pgh

A Lancaster native, Carnegie Mellon U grad and San Francisco transplant, Mr. Pitzer is hunting down companies that are ready to expand.