Governor Kathy Hochul announced that applications are now open for the 43North annual pitch competition. This year marks a decade of the state-funded accelerator investing $5 million annually to attract world-class entrepreneurs to grow their startups in Buffalo. The accelerator will take applications through June 7 in pursuit of the next five companies to receive a $1 million investment and secure the opportunity to join 43North’s immersive program.
“The 43North accelerator program has been a collaboration amongst government agencies and the broader business community that has not only attracted – but retained — entrepreneurs from across the world, creating a proven economic model,” Governor Hochul said.
To kick off this year’s application process, 43North hosted a press conference at Top Seedz, a year seven, $1 million recipient that recently opened its new world headquarters and production facility in downtown Buffalo.
Empire State Development President, CEO & Commissioner Hope Knight said, “Ten years of hard work at 43North has helped turn Buffalo into a well-recognized epicenter of entrepreneurial ventures. The competition’s success can be measured by new cutting-edge businesses, the draw of diverse, top talent to Western New York, and the creation of more than 1,000 jobs. We look forward to supporting this year’s applicants and thank 43North for helping to fuel an economic resurgence in the region.”
