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Welcome to Buffalo, Y11 Cohort!

After winning $1 million investments in October, our Y11 Cohort is moving into Seneca One! They’re ready to scale their startups, dive into everything Buffalo has to offer, and help drive our city and startup ecosystem forward.


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43North runs an accelerator program and invests $5M annually to recruit high-growth companies to Buffalo, NY.

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Who We Are

Since 2014, 43North has invested $5 million annually into growing Buffalo's startup ecosystem.

With a unicorn and publicly-traded company among our ranks, and several others on the rise, we’re co-investors with VCs like Bessemer, Iconiq Capital, and Rise of the Rest to name a few. 43North’s mission thrives with the support of our dedicated sponsors, including New York State, Empire State Development, M&T Bank and others.

 

 

 

43North Finals

The stage is set at 43North Finals

Each year, 43North Finals is the grand finale of our rigorous selection processes, where five companies secure $1M each and a spot in our next cohort. In this public event, over 3,000 Buffalo community members witness entrepreneurs battle on stage to become one of Buffalo’s next hot startups.

INVESTING IN BUFFALO'S FUTURE

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FOR FOUNDERS

Scale your business with 43North's funding and immersive accelerator program.

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FOR INVESTORS

Join us in boosting startups through referrals, mentoring, demo days and more.

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FOR JOBSEEKERS

Looking for a job at a 43North portfolio company? Check out our job board. 

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OUR PORTFOLIO

A diverse, industry-agnostic portfolio.

ACV Auctions

Y2 (2016) 43North Finalist

ACV Auctions is the nation's leading wholesale automotive auction marketplace for buyers and sellers.

Squire

Enterprise, Y4 (2018) 43North Finalist

The leading barber business management system made for barbers, shop owners, and their communities.

Top Seedz

Consumer Products, Y7 (2022) 43North Finalist

Award-winning seed crackers and seeds made from simple ingredients. USDA Organic, gluten-free, vegan, and nut-free.

Guidesly

Enterprise, Y9 (2024) 43North Finalist

Guidesly is a SaaS platform for outdoor guides to manage their business and connect to people looking to book trips and activities.

Kangarootime

Edtech, Y4 (2018) 43North Finalist

All-in-one childcare management software.

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News & Podcasts

The Latest News

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From Orchestra Conductor to Startup Founder: How Ramiro Roballos’ Journey Led to Buffalo

Ramiro Roballos’ path to Buffalo — and to winning $1 million at 43North Finals 2025 — is anything but traditional. Before becoming the founder and CEO of Tukki.ai, Roballos built his career in Argentina as a professional musician. He performed in a tango quintet, studied musical composition, and eventually discovered a passion for conducting orchestras.

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43North Portfolio Company CoachMePlus Awarded $9M in Military Contracts

CoachMePlus, a Y2 43North portfolio company, has secured more than $9 million in federal military contracts from the U.S. Department of Defense to support the expansion of its Warrior Performance Platform. The investment strengthens a nearly decade-long partnership with the U.S. military and will help support continued job growth in Buffalo. Founded in 2012, CoachMePlus

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Introducing 43North's Y11 Cohort

Last night, at Shea’s Performing Arts Center, five new startups earned a $1 million investment and a place in 43North’s Year 11 cohort. They’ll soon relocate to Seneca One, where they’ll scale their businesses and help drive Buffalo’s startup scene forward. Introducing 43North’s Year 11 Cohort! Cellsense – New York, NY Cellsense transforms algae and

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