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Applications for 2024 are now closed.

To ensure you don’t miss the opportunity to apply in 2025, get on the waitlist to be notified when applications open!

For additional questions, please email applications@43north.org

What We Look For

At 43North, we look for:

    • Pre-seed/Seed stage companies
    • Founders with domain expertise and a strong team
    • Companies with a ready-to-ship product and traction with customers
    • Revenue or a clear path to revenue within 12 months
    • Most importantly, founders should not only be willing to relocate their company but should see significant value and opportunity in operating in a city like Buffalo.

What Startups Get

In exchange for an investment of $1M, portfolio companies:

    • Locate their CEO and at least 50% of staff in Buffalo for at least 12 months
    • Provide 5% equity to 43North

 

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“43North is so much more than just an investment. Everything you need to be the best founder for this stage of your business is waiting for you here at 43North.”

— Courtney Caldwell, Founder & COO, ShearShare (Y7)

Learn More About 43North

Our Program

Annual $5M investment in seed-stage startups through our immersive accelerator.

FAQs

Got Questions? We Have Answers. Find answers about 43North, our startup competition, resources, and more.

43North Finals

Watch as entrepreneurs battle live on stage for a cut of $5 million.