Team & Board

Superpower At 43North: Connecting Dots / Talent Networks

What I Do: As Portfolio Talent Lead, I partner closely with our founders to help them build elite teams. Advising them on everything from org design to talent strategy and executive hiring. I’m also responsible for curating our local talent network. Building the recruiting engine that fuels our local startup ecosystem. ⛽️🚀 🦬

Superpower at 43North: Creativity & an eye for design

What I do: As Art Director, I oversee the visual style of 43North and bring the brand to life. From producing content to asking the marketing team questions like “is that our font?,” I ensure all creative projects are aligned and publish-ready.

Superpower at 43North/Compass: Multifaceted shapeshifter

What I do: Long title short, I spearhead all things 43North Compass. I strategize, oversee and execute all of Forge Buffalo’s marketing efforts, including the website, weekly email,  social media, events, ads, and more. And if that’s not enough, I lend the 43North marketing team a hand when needed.

Superpower at 43North: Cultivator of authentic relationships

What I do: As president of 43North, I have the gift of leading an organization that is making a visible and trusted impact on the Buffalo region. Each day, I have a front-row seat to watch and support dedicated founders, partners, and our community who are collectively building a generational impact on the Buffalo region through the growth of our startup and tech ecosystem.

Superpower at 43North: Agility and execution

What I Do: I’m a utility player. I support internal operations cross-functionally, develop and lead new processes, advise our portfolio companies, and leverage my background and network to create a menu of resources for our teams.

Superpower at 43North: Grandmaster of hyper-local experiences (and fun)

What I do: As the event planner for 43North, taking care of all the logistics from our weekly Bagel Tuesday to Finals Week events – all with only 3% phone battery. I also help plan and manage community events and help our portfolio companies fall in love with Buffalo by creating experiences that showcase the best of our city!

Superpower at 43North: Can put (s)miles on any faces she sees

43North Superpower: Checks & balances

What I do: As CFO, I focus on overseeing our annual financial statement audit, tax preparation process, all accounting processes, and monitoring cash flows.

Superpower at 43North: Attentive to the details

What I do: I am the process queen of 43North. I manage grant compliance and submissions, implement process improvements and oversee the payables and operational procedures, and provide accounting consulting to our Portfolio companies.

Superpower at 43North: Cultivator of connections

What I do: Adept at working collaboratively, my role involves identifying and connecting with organizations and individuals that align with our mission, fostering collaboration opportunities, and ensuring our portfolio companies receive the support and resources they need to thrive.