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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 […]

Ben Franklin Approved $2.8M for 15 Early Stage Companies

February 12, 2016

Bob Moul Named CEO of Cloudamize

February 4, 2016

It’s the third time he’s been CEO of a Philly-area tech company. It’s been a roller-coaster year for Bob Moul. This summer, he was forced to sell Artisan Mobile, his Old City-based startup that helped apps engage and monetize users through personalized marketing solutions. Even with customers like Nike, CVS and the History Channel, the company just wasn’t […]

Leveraging Early Stage Funding for your Commercialization Goals

February 4, 2016

PCI, ITMAT, and Penn Medicine present: The Second Annual Entrepreneurship & Innovation Speaker Series Join us in welcoming a speaker from Ben Franklin Technology Partners Anthony Green, PhD Vice President, Technology Commericialization Group When Thursday, February 11, 2016 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (EST) Where 253 BRB II/III – 421 Curie Boulevard Philadelphia, PA […]

Philadelphia Media Network profits from digital incubator partnerships

February 2, 2016

PMN has hosted more than 20 start-ups in its Project Liberty Digital Incubator. By providing space, staff, and other resources to these start-ups, the media company benefits from the new products being developed. When sales representatives for the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Philadelphia Daily News, and Philly.com call on clients, they know the advertising collateral on […]