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Pennovation Center Poised to Rewire Science, Spirit of Entrepreneurship

October 31, 2016

Every shimmering detail of the University of Pennsylvania’s new business incubator and lab is cutting edge, right down the 3D printed scissors ushered on stage by a robot to cut the ceremonial ribbon. Over the past few months, the futuristic Pennovation Center has quietly gotten to work on a mission that seeks nothing less than […]

Why PACT’s new rebranding isn’t really about PACT

October 20, 2016

After six years of working to better position the region’s high-tech ecosystem for success PACT, the Philadelphia Alliance for Capital Technologies, is finally giving its own brand some self care. The group, affiliated with the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, officially unveiled the products of its complete brand re-boot on Friday morning. The rebranding, […]

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 […]

GPCC 34th Annual Excellence Awards

March 24, 2016

This year marks the 34th Annual Excellence Awards celebration by the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. The awards acknowledge the accomplishments of regional businesses and the contributions they make to our regional economy. Nominated by their peers throughout our 11-county region, the awards are presented in 10 categories. Award Categories Include: Workplace Vitality Company of […]

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. […]

AWE Ventures funds two more women-run companies

March 15, 2016

The Alliance for Women Entrepreneurs has just invested in two new companies founded by women — Meg 21 Skincare and Invisalert Solutions. These startups bring AWE Venture’s portfolio up to six companies. The other four are My Milkrate, ROAR for Good, Lia Diagnostics and I’m Sorry to Hear. Meg 21 Skincare has recently started to […]

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. […]