After winning $1 million in the 2024 43North Finals, HeronAI didn’t waste time getting to work in Buffalo. CEO Daphne Pariser relocated in January, and within weeks, the company made its first local hire. Today, HeronAI has seven employees — four of them based in Western New York, including several University at Buffalo graduates working
KAV, a cutting-edge manufacturer of 3D-printed bike helmets, has officially relocated from Silicon Valley to Buffalo’s First Ward, bringing high-tech jobs and innovation to the region. The company uses advanced 3D printing to produce aerodynamic helmets that improve performance for cyclists, and it’s already begun expanding its local workforce. Founder Whitman Kwok cited Buffalo’s strong
When David Lord moved Guidesly to Buffalo after winning 43North’s startup competition, he gained more than just funding. He gained Buffalo and 43North as a strategic partner. Since relocating in early 2024, Guidesly has raised $9.5 million, launched a patented AI tool, and doubled its Buffalo-based team. But according to Lord, it’s the support from