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TechVentures and Lehigh Part of an Industrial Legacy
Bethlehem Steel was once the second-largest producer of steel in the world. The company’s former research area is now Lehigh University’s Mountaintop Campus, at which Ben Franklin TechVentures, an award-winning business incubator owned and operated by the Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania, is located. The campus also houses Lehigh University’s Mountaintop Initiative, including LaunchBayC, a Continue Reading…
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DCED Helps PA Communities Create, Retain 200,000 Jobs
In 2016, the PA Department of Community and Economic Development implemented several programs to support Gov. Wolf’s “Jobs that Pay” priority. One of its initiatives, the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority, has been responsible for creating more than 25,000 PA jobs and retaining 32,400 more. Through its Innovate in PA and annual Challenge Grant programs that Continue Reading…
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Micro Interventional Devices Announces First-in-Human Success of Minimally-Invasive Heart Surgery
Micro Interventional Devices, Inc.™ (MID), has successfully completed the first clinical implantation of its proprietary MIA™ technology for minimally invasive mitral and tricuspid repair heart repair. Approximately 1.1 million patients in the U.S. are not currently being treated for mitral and tricuspid regurgitation because they are not eligible for surgery, today’s standard of care. Read more Continue Reading…
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Venture Idol Winner Play Impossible raised $1M
Can a high-tech, sensor-infused ball help a generation of device-addicted kids be more active? One startup is about to find out. Via GeekWire: http://bit.ly/2gxDWsP
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Ben Franklin to Invest $180,000 in Regional Economic Development
The Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania’s (BFTP/NEP) Board of Directors has approved the investment of $180,000 in support of regional economic development. BFTP/NEP’s goal is to help lead northeastern Pennsylvania to a better economic future by building partnerships that develop and apply technology for competitive advantage. To achieve this goal, Ben Franklin staff Continue Reading…
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An Optimist vs. a Pessimist
What is the difference between an optimist and a pessimist? At BFTP’s annual iXchange on May 17, 2016, speaker Byron Reese presented a keynote on Bold Optimism, in which he addressed how to spot key technologies and identify the macro factors that will drive innovation. Reese shares his perspectives in this eight-part video series. #8 – Continue Reading…
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The Art of Venison
With deer hunting season in full swing, venison is gaining renewed attention as another meat option that is more healthful than beef. BFTP client Shaffer Venison Farms cited in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette feature – http://bit.ly/2gVsuZo
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Ben Franklin Appoints Upper Susquehanna Regional Manager
The Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania has announced the appointment of Frederick W. Kluck, Bloomsburg, as Regional Manager, Upper Susquehanna. Kluck replaces Larry A. Seibert, who is retiring. In his new position, Kluck will identify and support the development of start-up and early-stage technology-based firms and established manufacturers for potential Ben Franklin Technology Continue Reading…
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LVstartup Posts December E-newsletter
The latest issue of LVstartup includes stories on Ben Franklin Venture Idol and BFTP clients OraSure Technologies and Arkados. Read more.
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Scranton’s Manufacturing and Technology Evolution
BFTP’s Ken Okrepkie looked at the Scranton region’s manufacturing and technology sectors and then issued recommendations for adaptation and growth. He tops the list with more investment, and specifically increased access to early-stage capital. Via Northeast PA Business Journal
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OraSure Wins Major International Contract
OraSure Technologies, Bethlehem, has received an $18 million product supply contract to support a foreign country’s nationwide hepatitis C testing and treatment program with the goal of eliminating hepatitis C virus infection across the country by 2020. More via Lehigh Valley Business.
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Executive Leaders Radio – Venture Idol Winners and Fred Beste
Executive Leaders Radio provides business leader interviews to give listeners a good sense of “what makes success.” Host Herb Cohen interviews BFTP Board Chair Fred Beste and Venture Idol finalists Kevin Langdon, Drew Kearney, and Roger Howell. 11/18/16 show: http://bit.ly/2fBnqbE
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Prospering in the Future
How can people prosper in the future? At BFTP’s annual iXchange on May 17, 2016, speaker Byron Reese presented a keynote on Bold Optimism, in which he addressed how to spot key technologies and identify the macro factors that will drive innovation. Reese shares his perspectives in this eight-part video series. #7 – https://youtu.be/MsqWPyByTTw
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Solar Innovations Wins NSA Awards
Solar Innovations, Pine Grove, won four awards and was a finalist in three categories in the 2016 National Sunroom Association Design Awards. The awards recognize excellence in the design and installation of sunrooms, solariums, and patio rooms. Read more: http://bit.ly/2fzTuwZ
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Arkados Group – New Ben Franklin TechVentures Resident Company
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a sort of digital infrastructure. It connects devices, vehicles, buildings, and other items through electronics, software, sensors, and networks. The IoT allows objects to be sensed and controlled remotely, creating opportunities for more direct integration of the physical world into computer-based systems. The goal is improved efficiency and accuracy, Continue Reading…
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Ethnic Beauty Store Gets Investment to Grow
EnchantedLife.com is the e-commerce platform launched by Ethnic Beauty Store LLC of East Stroudsburg, which features personal care and wellness brands that target multicultural customers. The company received a $65,000 investment from Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Via Pocono Record.
