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Thank you, Buffalo

Thank you to our incredible partners, sponsors, board members, and every team member, past and present—your dedication has been invaluable. And to the unsung heroes—those who support us through your work, time, and belief in our mission—thank you. Together, we’ve built something truly special for Buffalo, and we can’t wait to see what the future

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Introducing Our Y10 Cohort! 🎉

What an incredible night! Last evening at Shea’s Performing Arts Center, five groundbreaking startups joined 43North’s portfolio, securing $1M each and a spot in our year 10 accelerator program. These companies will soon be relocating to Buffalo’s iconic Seneca One tower to scale their businesses and contribute to our thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. We couldn’t have done

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Buffalo has become an entrepreneur’s dream come true

Written by 43North Founding Board Chairman, Jordan Levy My Buffalo love story is a tale of perseverance. It also speaks of a deep connection to a city with a rich history, unique charm and promising potential. Today, Buffalo is home to some of the world’s most innovative startups. But that transformation wasn’t guaranteed. Once the

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Job Seekers’ Guide to 43North Finals: How to excel during finals week

The 43North Semi-Finalists are about to take the stage in Buffalo, and it’s not just a milestone for them—it’s a unique opportunity for you. These innovative startups will be looking for top talent to fuel their growth, and if you’re ready to join the world of cutting-edge companies, consider this the job seekers’ guide to

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Celebrating 10 Years of 43North Finals! 🎉

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

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CleanFiber landed in the top 50 of Inc. 5000 List

CleanFiber (Y3) has landed in the top 50 of the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in the U.S.! This recognition underscores their remarkable achievements, as they continue to fuel job creation and drive revenue growth right here in Buffalo.

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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.

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Summer Activities from the 43North Team

Every year, our cohort moves to Buffalo in snowy January. After months of building their businesses in the Queen City, the founders are eager to enjoy the summer outdoors with their teams. From outdoor concerts and boating to local farmer’s markets, Buffalo offers something for everyone. Members of our team has curated a list of

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Upstate New York Tech Hub Wins $40 Million Federal Investment

Original Article by the Buffalo News The upstate New York “tech hub” between Buffalo and Syracuse will receive $40 million in federal funding in an attempt to make the region home to a reborn American microchip industry. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who authored the legislation creating the federal tech hubs and who pushed hard

essential soft skills for startups
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Navigating Startup Success: Essential soft skills Startups

Technical expertise and hard skills go a long way toward success, but you need a little something extra in a dynamic and fast-paced startup environment. A unique set of soft skills, or as we like to call them (super) human skills, comes in handy. These intangible qualities can make all the difference between surviving and

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Top Seedz featured in CNBC Make It

Check out Top Seedz (Y7) featured in CNBC Make It written by Tom Huddleston, Jr. Founder Rebecca Brady’s journey from making homemade snacks to building a business projected to bring in $10M this year showcases true innovation and resilience. Top Seedz is experiencing rapid national growth and is expanding its new facility in Buffalo.