Device Events strives to make information about medical devices available to providers and patients. Their idea bested the field at this pitch competition that seeds startups working outside traditional tech hubs.
This iconic Pennsylvania institution has been taking startups from great idea to thriving company since 1983, contributing billions to the state's economy. Check out four businesses — one for each of BFTP's regional headquarters — taking advantage of its incubation and acceleration resources to thrive, whether developing next-generation pregnancy tests, fighting bedbugs or saving lives with stroke prevention.
A council of engaged advisors can be an essential tool for a startup. In the latest installment of 'Incubating Innovation,' Wayne Barz explains how to curate a board and make the best use of its wisdom.
This free event -- happening on May 9 -- will feature two keynote speakers and the opportunity to mix and mingle with leaders in the field.
In the latest installment of our 'Incubating Innovation' series, Wayne Barz takes aim at overly optimistic market-size predictions and warns startups seeking investment to start at the bottom, rather than the top.
Hundreds of movers and shakers will gather for Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania's annual awards night. You could be one of them.
For a startup, nabbing your first sale is a moment worth celebrating. In the latest installment of our 'Incubating Innovation' series, Wayne Barz talks about the journey to that big score, and the challenges that follow.
Looking for home automation without the need for complex smartphone or wi-fi solutions? Mike Neilson's product allows users to easily change which outlets are controlled by existing wall switches, or to control a group of outlets with a single switch. A Kickstarter campaign is currently underway to bring Switcheroo to market.
Wayne Barz of TechVentures in Bethlehem talks about the eternal struggle between risk and luck -- and how a smart entrepreneur can take control of those essential elements.
On November 3, northeastern PA companies will compete for dollars and attention from both investors and the audience at this exciting annual event.