Ben Franklin to Invest $471,450 in Regional Companies


Zephyros Inc, together with the Lehigh University Enterprise Systems Center, has contributed to regional companies with mentoring undergraduate and graduate students on companies like the two below.

Excerpts from the November 2017 Ben Franklin Technology Partners of North East PA newsletter:

Rea.deeming Beauty, Inc., Bethlehem, Northampton County
Ben Franklin Investment: $25,000
University Partner: Lehigh University’s Enterprise Systems Center
Design and implement improved operational processes at this manufacturer of the award-winning elliptical-shaped beautyblender® makeup applicator. Rea.deeming supplies high-quality products for the beauty, professional, and retail markets. This work will improve the company’s ability to meet steep increases in consumer demand and enhance production and fulfillment capabilities.

Simplex Industries, Inc., Scranton, Lackawanna County
Ben Franklin Investment: $25,000
University Partner: Lehigh University’s Enterprise Systems Center
Fully integrate and implement AutoCAD 3D architecture and line automation equipment and processes, thereby improving production flow and increasing throughput. Simplex is a manufacturer of high-end, top-quality modular homes that incorporate innovative designs and provide energy-efficiency.

Ben Franklin Technology Partners: (610) 758-5200
http://nep.benfranklin.org

Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania
Ben Franklin TechVentures®
116 Research Drive
Bethlehem, PA 18015-4731

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