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Buffalo Redefined

Rewriting the Narrative, Reshaping the Future



Buffalo is being redefined--not by the world, but by the people who call it home. From entrepreneurs breathing new life into Main Street to tech pioneers pushing boundaries, these stories are inspiring a fresh perspective on our city.

A city long defined by chicken wings, football, and relentless snowstorms. A place once overshadowed by its industrial past, bound by stereotypes and underdog narratives. But now, the heartbeat of our city is shifting. Buffalo is being redefined–not by the world, but by the people who call it home.

This series is a collection of voices that echo across our city, from the historic streets of downtown to the vibrant neighborhoods that make up our community. These stories are each unique yet woven together by a shared vision to reshape what it means to live, work, and thrive in Buffalo.

Rekindling Success:

Brewing Change Beyond the Bottom Line


Alicia OfficerFounder & CEO, Unapologetic Coffee

Rebuilding a City’s Core,

One Pint at a Time


 John Cimperman – Founder, 42 North Brewing Company

Reimagining the Startup Scene:

From Seoul to the Queen City


Richard Kim – Director of Startup Ventures, UB

Reinvesting in Our City:

From Humble Beginnings to IPO


Chuck Lannon – Co-founder, Life Storage

Reinventing Barbecue:

Texas Dreams, Indian Influence, and Buffalo Roots


Ryan Fernandez – Pitmaster & Owner, Southern Junction

Reimagining What It Means

to Be a Football Town


Peter Marlette – President, Buffalo Pro Soccer

Rebuilding the American Dream

One Seed at a Time


Beatrice Sifa – Manufacturing Associate & Team Lead, Top Seedz

Reviving Buffalo

Using Knowledge to Clean Up and Pay It Forward


Stewart Fonville – Owner, Mobile Eco Steam

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Vikas Mehta – COO, ACV Auctions

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Nick Kosinski – US East Managing Director, Odoo

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Stephen Tucker – President & CEO, Northland Workforce Training Center

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Mike Wisler – CIO, M&T Bank