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Celebrating 10 Years of 43North Finals! 🎉

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It’s official: 43North Finals is celebrating a decade of driving innovation and fueling entrepreneurship in Buffalo. Mark your calendars for October 10th, 2024, because this year’s milestone event promises to be unforgettable. For the 10th year in a row, Shea’s Performing Arts Center will be the stage where groundbreaking companies vie for a chance to make their mark in Buffalo.

10 YEARS ON 10/10 – IT’S GOING TO BE EPIC!

This year, eight exceptional startups from around the globe are set to compete for one of five $1 million investments and a coveted spot in 43North’s Year 10 accelerator program. The competition is fierce, and the stakes are high. Each finalist has been handpicked from nearly 1,000 global applications, representing diverse industries and groundbreaking ideas.

VOTE FOR THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD!

We’re thrilled to announce that for the second year in a row, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield is presenting the People’s Choice Award! You’ll have the opportunity to vote for your favorite finalist to win an additional $25,000. A huge shoutout to Kredit Academy, last year’s People’s Choice winner. 

DON’T MISS OUT ON BUFFALO’S BIGGEST NIGHT!

Tickets are FREE and open to the public. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this high-stakes competition and celebrate a decade of innovation in our city. Click below to secure your spot!

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MEET THE Semi-Finalists 👇

Now, without further ado, let’s introduce the 2024 43North Semi-Finalists! These eight standout startups have risen to the top, and we’re eager to see them compete on the 43North Finals stage. From revolutionary tech to transformative services, these companies are ready to showcase their potential. Brought to you by our partners at M&T Bank, meet the 2024 43North Semi-Finalists! 

8B Education Investments 📍Ithaca, NY
BonsonQ Psi 📍Buffalo, NY
Cache 📍New York, NY
Cactivate 📍Boston, MA
Cosi Care 📍Swansea, UK

CoverRight 📍Brooklyn, NY
FLUIX 📍Tampa, FL
FoodNerd 📍Buffalo, NY
HeronAI 📍Cambridge, MA
Lilo 📍New York, NY

NearWave 📍Austin, TX
Offerwell 📍Buffalo, NY
Rarebird 📍San Francisco, CA
Spiky.ai 📍Brookline, MA
xPub 📍New York, NY

Zeph 📍New York, NY

SEE YOU THERE!

Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the past 10 years. Your belief in our mission has made all the difference. We can’t wait to celebrate with you on October 10th!

THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 FINALS SPONSORS


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