Leaving Your Ego at the Door: Lessons from Startup Chaos With Brian Hirsch
Leaving Your Ego at the Door: Lessons from Startup Chaos With Brian Hirsch
Why Startups Fail at Sales (and How to Fix It) with Andrew Goldner
Andrew Goldner on Why Startups Fail at Sales (and How to Fix It) Most founders don’t fail because they build bad products—they fail because they sell to the wrong people at the wrong time. On this episode of Latitude, we sat down with Andrew Goldner, CEO and co-founder of GrowthX, to talk about why
Secrets from Google’s IPO with Lise Buyer
From Google’s Secret IPO to Buffalo’s Grit: A Conversation with Lise What happens when you mix Google, Wall Street, and a Playboy interview? You get one of the wildest IPO stories ever told. Lise Buyers, a proud Buffalonian turned tech investor, joined Latitude to spill the inside story of Google’s unconventional path to going
How Alex Killian is Redefining Startup Success from Buffalo
In this episode of Latitude, we sit down with Alex Killian—a partner at Bold Ventures, a champion for founder wellness, and a key player at Endeavor. From working with undercapitalized founders to leveraging Buffalo’s unique ecosystem, Alex shares his insights on what it takes to build thriving startups. We explore: The power of founder wellness
From Rust Belt to Tech Hub: Drive Capital’s Bet on Buffalo
We recently had the incredible opportunity to host Landon Campbell from Drive Capital on our Latitude Podcast. As our “Fly in a VC” guest, Landon spent the day hanging out with our Year 9 cohort, sharing Drive Capital’s story, their approach to early-stage funding, and some helpful tips for founders preparing to meet investors.
Hook, Line, And Accelerators: Startup Success With David Lord, From Guidesly
In this episode of the Latitude Podcast, we’re joined by David Lord and Taylor Lord from Guidesly, who are part of our new Y9 cohort. From their roots in the industry to their integration into the Buffalo community, David and Taylor share valuable insights and exciting plans for the future. Tune in to learn how
Charging Ahead: Jane Chen’s Electrical Revolution with StepWise
In this episode of the Latitude podcast by 43North, Justine Palkowski, Senior Marketing Manager, hosts the co-founders of Stepwise, a Y9 cohort company that recently relocated to Buffalo. Stepwise aims to revolutionize electrification, making it affordable and accessible for homeowners. Meet the Team: Jane Chen, Co-founder and CEO, brings a business background and a
Leaning into Your Strengths for Entrepreneurial Success
Discover the keys to entrepreneurial success as Helen Min, Managing Partner at Phenomenal Ventures, shares insights on playing to your strengths in the startup world. Helen, a Buffalo native with a background in major tech companies and advertising, discusses the evolving role of AI, the power of complementary strengths in founding teams, and the crucial
How Tech Can Save You Money with StoreCash
In our latest Latitude with 43North episode, we sat down with Daricus Releford, Co-founder and CEO of StoreCash, a dynamic app that’s reshaping how you save at your favorite stores. Daricus, part of our year nine cohort, shares the ins and outs of StoreCash, its unique features, and his journey as a black founder in
From Financial Instability to $1M Investment
In this compelling episode of the 43North podcast, we unravel the remarkable journey of Kredit Academy, a 43North Y9 portfolio company that recently relocated to Buffalo, New York. Founder Evan Leaphart, drawing from his own struggles with credit card debt at the age of 18, shares how this pivotal moment ignited the creation of Kredit
Peddling Forward: Building a Community with KAV
In the realm of innovation and community building, KAV’s founder, Whitman Kwok, sits down with Justine Palkowski, Senior Marketing Manager, on our Latitude podcast. Freshly welcomed into 43North’s Y9 cohort, Whitman unfolds the narrative that brought KAV to Buffalo – a journey brimming with resilience, technological marvels, and a commitment to community that resonates deeply
Innovation Beyond the Coasts: Buffalo’s Tech Future with Steve Case
In October 2023, 43North had the distinct honor of hosting a visionary in the tech and entrepreneurial world – Steve Case, Chairman and CEO of Revolution LLC, a D.C. based investment firm, author of “The Rise of the Rest,” and former co-founder of AOL. Steve’s return to Buffalo, a city he explored in 2015 while