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A big thank you to our Series A-level Sponsors for your incredible support of this year’s 43North Finals! Your contributions are essential to advancing Buffalo's startup ecosystem, and we’re grateful for your generosity. We can’t wait to celebrate with you at the Finals in October! #BuffaloStartups #InnovationinBuffalo #StartupSupport Amazon National Grid Lumsden McCormick CPA Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation SprintMarketer.com bankofamerica Simpson & Simpson, PLLC Carley Graham Garcia Jenna Kavanaugh Paul (Stu) Herlan Courtland (Cory) Van Deusen V, CPA Kyle Ciminelli Prof. Mary Owusu - The Sprint Marketer? Robert Simpson Kevin Bronson Ted Janicki Laura Dolan Breauna Crumpler

Ready for another epic night? Buffalo’s biggest event is back and bigger than ever! Join us on October 10th, 2024, at Shea's Performing Arts Center as we celebrate 10 Years of 43North Finals - that’s right, 10 years on 10/10. Witness eight companies compete for five $1 million investments. Tickets are free and open to the public - but seating is limited! Get your tickets now. GET TICKETS: https://bit.ly/3Z4b8Bh

Join us on Wednesday, September 18th, from 5-7 PM at the beautiful InnBuffalo for a special celebration marking 43North’s 10th year! ?? Enjoy food from some of Buffalo's best local restaurants, connect with our amazing community of founders, friends, and family, and celebrate the incredible impact 43North has had over the past decade. Plus, you'll have the chance to snag FREE tickets to our 10th Finals Show at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre on October 10th! ??? A huge thank you to Joseph Lettieri and InnBuffalo for graciously hosting, and to the incredible restaurants supporting this event: Allen Burger Venture, Hutch’s, JT’s Urban Italian, Niagara Falls Culinary Institute, and Rin Thai Bistro. Don’t miss out on this amazing night of celebration! RSVP today to secure your spot. ?? Wednesday, September 18 ? 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM ?? InnBuffalo off Elmwood RSVP HERE: https://lu.ma/sc2sw4cy

We had the pleasure of hosting a fireside chat with Patrick Lee, Co-founder and founding CEO of Rotten Tomatoes, who shared the story behind building one of the most iconic brands in entertainment. Founders from cohorts Y1 to Y9 joined us for an insightful conversation that highlighted the power of perseverance and innovation. Fireside chats like this are a key part of 43North’s programming, and we’re grateful to Patrick for taking the time to inspire our community! #43North #RottenTomatoes #BuffaloStartups #FounderStory

The 43North team will be at the Richardson Hotel this Thursday with a photobooth, prize wheel, tons of free swag, FREE tickets to the 43North Finals, and more! Join us for Buffalo’s biggest community watch party on the south lawn of the historic Richardson Hotel. The event is FREE to attend and open to all ages. Gates open at 5 PM with a local vendor market (we’ll be there!), family-friendly activities, concessions, music, and more surprises. ?? For more info, visit https://bit.ly/3MFvs4h

TRACT10N: As we reflect on 10 years of 43North, we're looking back at a key milestone: when Buffalo was named one of the top five fastest-growing startup cities. This recognition marked a turning point, highlighting the Buffalo Niagara region as a thriving hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. At 43North, we’re proud to have contributed to this momentum by supporting startups and fostering growth in our city. Read the full article to see how Buffalo earned this spot and continues to rise. READ MORE: https://bit.ly/4dYnGyu #ThePowerof10 #StartupCity #Buffalo

We’re excited to officially welcome Jeremy Jones to the 43North team as our new Senior Platform Manager! Jeremy recently relocated from Austin, TX to Buffalo, NY, and has already hit the ground running—connecting with our founders, planning impactful programming, and organizing special alumni events for 43North Finals Week. With an impressive background as an Investment Banking Analyst at J.P. Morgan, Senior Investment Associate at Musa Capital, and Venture Associate at AngelList, Jeremy brings a wealth of experience to our team. As we prepare to welcome our Year 10 cohort, we’re confident that his expertise in venture and passion for startups will bring tremendous value to our founders. Welcome aboard, Jeremy!

What an incredible evening at the Burchfield Penney Art Center! We had a packed house filled with key players and supporters of Buffalo’s startup ecosystem, all gathered to reflect on 43North's journey and its continued impact on our region. A huge thank you to Tom Wiley from The Buffalo News for moderating such a meaningful conversation between our founding board members, Jordan Levy and William (Bill) J. Maggio. They shared stories of 43North’s inception, providing a powerful look into how their vision helped reshape Buffalo’s entrepreneurial landscape and continues to push boundaries. The energy in the room was contagious—from hearing about 43North’s humble beginnings to the exciting future in store for the 43North Foundation. It was a chance for seasoned entrepreneurs and newcomers alike to connect, share, and celebrate Buffalo’s innovation hub. We’re beyond grateful for everyone who joined us, and we can’t wait to keep building on this momentum! #BuffaloStartups #Innovation #43North #Entrepreneurship

Thank you to our partners at Highmark Inc., M&T Bank and Aleron Group - Acara Solutions, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct for supporting this year's 43North Finals as IPO-level sponsors! We're incredibly grateful for their unwavering support since day one. Their partnerships play a key role in driving innovation and empowering Buffalo’s startup community. Michael Ball Maureen Hanagan Eric Feldstein Michael Wisler René Jones Scott Stenclik Peter Petrella #BuffaloStartups #InnovationinBuffalo #StartupSupport

TRACT10N: 43North Moves to Seneca One! In early 2020, with the support of Empire State Development, 43North relocated to Seneca One, joining a vibrant new tech hub created by Douglas Development Corporation. This move brought our portfolio companies into an energetic environment packed with tech talent. Being at the heart of Buffalo's reborn downtown and waterfront, our startups are now steps away from potential customers, mentors, and employees. This dynamic setting helps us attract world-class startups to Buffalo, driving long-term economic growth. Together, we’re shaping the future of Buffalo’s tech ecosystem! #43North #BuffaloNY #TechHub #Innovation #StartupEcosystem #ThePowerof10