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Philly universities about to get a DOD windfall for smart fabrics
April 1, 2016
Philadelphia universities already deep into research on smart fabrics and wearable technology will earn a major boost from the Department of Defense on Friday that could jump-start the next big things in “smart wear” for health, security, communications, energy, and fashion. Holding court Friday morning at MIT, Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter is announcing $75 […]
Meet the AWE Ventures Funded Companies
April 1, 2016
Attend Women Funding Innovation through Angel Investing – Presented by AWE Ventures powered by Ben Franklin. Tuesday, April 5, 2016 Hosted by 1847 Financial 161 Washington St, Suite 700 Conshohocken, PA 19428 4:00 – 6:00pm Program 6:00 – 7:30pm Networking and Company Updates This is your last chance to register to meet the […]
A new startup investment program is coming to Philadelphia
March 25, 2016
Ben Franklin Technology Partners is working with D.C.-based Village Capital to drum up attention for Philly’s tech community. Interestingly, the local effort will focus on fintech startups. Ben Franklin Technology Partners Director Omar Mencin and spokesman Jason Bannon are heading to Salt Lake City Thursday to represent Philadelphia in a new program to drive investment dollars to […]
Companies on N3rd Street can now apply for state tax credits
March 23, 2016
The Keystone Innovation Zone tax credit program is back, and bigger than ever. Mayor Kenney will make the announcement at Arcweb later this morning. Once on the chopping block, the Keystone Innovation Zone tax credit program is now expanding in Philadelphia to include a buzzy part of the tech scene. The state program, which companies […]
Can Philadelphia transform itself into a national center for health IT innovation?
March 15, 2016
Philadelphia has taken steps to become a national leader for healthcare IT innovation, with a number of large-scale development projects taking shape. This month, the Health Care Innovation Collaborative will announce winners from among 115 applicants for projects to improve patient care and outcomes for chronic diseases such as asthma, diabetes and high blood pressure. […]
Here’s the branding that Philly is taking to SXSW
March 11, 2016
The message: You should fall in love with Philadelphia. It is high time to drop that tired old Rocky, cheesesteak, LOVE statue narrative of Philadelphia in favor of a message that reflects the current of a vibrant Philly — overflowing with intellect, resources and an affordable quality of life for entrepreneurs. Call it a branding trade up. […]
Ben Franklin Announces Scott Nissenbaum as its Chief Investment Officer
March 2, 2016
Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania has announced that Scott Nissenbaum joined as Chief Investment Officer, effective February 29. Reporting to Ben Franklin President and CEO RoseAnn B. Rosenthal, Nissenbaum fills the role as head of Ben Franklin’s investment group formerly held by Terrence H. Hicks, who announced his retirement last summer. “Few organizations […]
Ben Franklin Technology Partners: Meet Ben Sessions
March 2, 2016
For entrepreneurs interested in growing their business to the next level: learn about what Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern Pennsylvania does for technology-focused startups and companies in the Greater Philadelphia region, and the capital, counsel and connections you can gain through Ben Franklin’s investments. Register for the date that best fits your schedule! Thursday, […]
4 Facts Confirming Philadelphia’s Status of Hot Investment Destination
February 17, 2016
Philadelphia is one of the most promising real estate markets in the United States, and supporting facts emerge from time to time. Today, we bring for you hottest statistics of 2015-16 to paint a true picture of real estate potential of Philadelphia. Read on and discover this year’s findings that answer why the largest city […]
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