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LatitudeHow Founders Win Outside Silicon ValleyIn this episode of 43North Latitude, Nicole Camarre, VP of Investments, sits down with Jaxon Stuart, Principal at Spacestation Investments!
Jaxon shares his perspective on investing in founders from non-traditional markets, the unique advantages of building outside the coasts, and how grit, humility, and community can be a founder’s greatest assets.
Learn how Spacestation Investments approaches venture capital with a “geography agnostic” mindset and why the next big brand could come from anywhere.
Listen now!
2025-11-1837 minLatitudeHow Founders Win Outside Silicon ValleyIn this episode of 43North Latitude, Nicole Camarre, VP of Investments, sits down with Jaxon Stuart, Principal at Spacestation Investments!
Jaxon shares his perspective on investing in founders from non-traditional markets, the unique advantages of building outside the coasts, and how grit, humility, and community can be a founder’s greatest assets.
Learn how Spacestation Investments approaches venture capital with a “geography agnostic” mindset and why the next big brand could come from anywhere.
Listen now!
2025-11-1837 min
A New MorningWhat to know about tonight's 43North Finals!Five startups will be awarded $1 million at the annual 43North business competition. Colleen Heidinger tells us about the finalists and the impact the event has had on its participants.
2025-10-1606 min
Shea's Performing Arts Center presents Cast PartyEpisode 15: Behind the Curtain with 43 NorthThis week on Cast Party, we’re gearing up for a singular sensation of an event at Shea’s — the 43North Finals! Hear firsthand from Colleen Heidinger, President of 43North, and Tiffani Dickinson, Art Director, as they share what it takes to run Buffalo’s ultimate startup showdown — happening Thursday, October 16th at 6 PM at Shea’s Buffalo Theatre. For the 11th consecutive year, founders from around the world will step into the spotlight to pitch for a chance at a $1 million investment and the opportunity to grow right here in the 716. Tune in for insider stories, startup secrets, and a behind...
2025-10-1332 min
LatitudeStartup founders today have to be relentless, adaptable, and always learning.Ever wondered what it really takes to build a company from the ground up?
In this episode with Adam Spector, CEO @ Chore, we dive into:
Observations about successful founder mindsets
Turning challenges into opportunities
Lessons learned from building Chore
If you're trying to launch your own startup or level up your leadership, this conversation is a must-listen.
2025-09-2431 minLatitudeStartup founders today have to be relentless, adaptable, and always learning.Ever wondered what it really takes to build a company from the ground up?
In this episode with Adam Spector, CEO @ Chore, we dive into:
Observations about successful founder mindsets
Turning challenges into opportunities
Lessons learned from building Chore
If you're trying to launch your own startup or level up your leadership, this conversation is a must-listen.
2025-09-2431 min
Ciminelli ChatsRaising the Bar: One Stage, 5 Million DollarsIn this episode, we sit down with Christian Gaddis and Sophia Marshall from 43North to talk about the lead-up to one of Buffalo's most exciting annual events. With $5 million on the line and five startups set to win $1 million each, the stakes are high, and the energy is electric. We discuss what to expect during Finals Week, how this event is transforming Buffalo's startup scene, and why this year's competition is bigger than ever. Finals Night is October 16 at Shea's Buffalo Theatre and it's free to attend! Get your tickets at 43north.org Follo...
2025-09-2336 min
r-House Radio Show9/6 Radio Show: John GaviganOn this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes John Gavigan, Vice President of Corporate Connectivity at the 43North Foundation! Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including how the 43North Foundation promotes innovation and entrepreneurship, building a business community, corporate connectivity, talent recruitment, development and retention in WNY, and more.
2025-09-0854 minLatitudeThe Truth About Product-Market Fit (It’s Not What You Think)Most founders are chasing the wrong thing—and it’s killing their startups.
Rob Snyder, CEO of Waffle and Reframe, breaks down the biggest mistake early-stage founders make: focusing on pain points instead of projects.
In this episode, we dive into:
🚀 The real way to find product-market fit
🛠️ Why your customers’ “pain points” don’t actually matter
📈 How to use case studies to close deals faster
If you're trying to scale your startup, this conversation is a must-listen.
2025-08-1530 minLatitudeThe Truth About Product-Market Fit (It’s Not What You Think)Most founders are chasing the wrong thing—and it’s killing their startups.
Rob Snyder, CEO of Waffle and Reframe, breaks down the biggest mistake early-stage founders make: focusing on pain points instead of projects.
In this episode, we dive into:
🚀 The real way to find product-market fit
🛠️ Why your customers’ “pain points” don’t actually matter
📈 How to use case studies to close deals faster
If you're trying to scale your startup, this conversation is a must-listen.
2025-08-1530 min
Empire State Entrepreneurs: NY Business LawColleen Heidinger and Pete Grum of 43NorthThe city of Buffalo and the surrounding region have experienced a renaissance over the last 10-15 years, and in that time, 43North has played a huge role in attracting businesses to the area. On this episode of Empire State Entrepreneurs, host Dave Pfalzgraf connects with Colleen Heidinger and Pete Grum to discuss the competition, the organization's impact, and how Buffalo has become a place that entrepreneurs flourish.Episode Highlights0:01:30 – David Pfalzgraf welcomes listeners to Year 2 of the podcast and introduces guests Colleen Heidinger and Pete Grum.0:05:10 – Pete Grum reflects on his path to Buffalo, career at Rand...
2025-08-0544 min
Just Go Grind0 to $9.5M Series A: Inside Guidesly's Journey with David Lord (Just Go Grind Episode #367) Episode 367: Justin Gordon interviews David Lord, Founder of Guidesly, the platform for booking the world's best outdoor trips and activities. Learn more about Guidesly: https://guidesly.com/ Applications now open for 43North, the accelerator David went through with Guidesly: https://43north.org/founders/program/ Watch this episode and others on YouTube. --- Connect with Justin: Twitter: https://x.com/justingordon212 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justingordon8/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justincharlesgordon/ --- What Justin is working on: Just Go Grind Newsletter: https://www.just...
2025-07-0446 minJust Go GrindHow 43North Built a $5M-Per-Year Startup Accelerator in Buffalo (Just Go Grind, Episode #366) Episode 366: Justin Gordon interviews Colleen Heidinger, President of 43North, a pioneering startup competition and venture program focused on building Buffalo into a thriving center for innovation and entrepreneurship. 43North invests $5 million annually in companies that relocate to Buffalo through its immersive accelerator program. Applications now open: https://43north.org/founders/program/ Watch this episode and others on YouTube. --- Show Notes: 00:00 What's coming in the episode… 00:23 Introduction 01:01 What is 43North? 03:27 The early days of 43North 07:08 Covid days at 43North...
2025-06-1443 min
LatitudeFrom Google’s IPO Secrets to Buffalo’s Grit: The Inside Scoop with Lise BuyerLise shares the untold stories behind Google’s legendary IPO, the secret meetings at Denny’s, and why a Playboy article almost derailed everything. From Buffalo’s grit to Silicon Valley’s boardrooms, she unpacks what it takes to go public, why some IPOs crash and burn, and what founders need to know before taking the leap.
What’s next for the IPO market?
How Buffalo’s work ethic shapes world-class leaders
The only S-1 in history featuring a Playboy interview
2025-03-1220 minLatitudeFrom Google’s IPO Secrets to Buffalo’s Grit: The Inside Scoop with Lise BuyerLise shares the untold stories behind Google’s legendary IPO, the secret meetings at Denny’s, and why a Playboy article almost derailed everything. From Buffalo’s grit to Silicon Valley’s boardrooms, she unpacks what it takes to go public, why some IPOs crash and burn, and what founders need to know before taking the leap.
What’s next for the IPO market?
How Buffalo’s work ethic shapes world-class leaders
The only S-1 in history featuring a Playboy interview
2025-03-1220 min
LatitudeHow Alex Killian is Redefining Startup Success from BuffaloIn this episode of Latitude, we sit down with Alex Killian—a partner at Bold Ventures, a champion for founder wellness, and a key player at Endeavor. From working with undercapitalized founders to leveraging Buffalo’s unique ecosystem, Alex shares his insights on what it takes to build thriving startups.
We explore:
The power of founder wellness in reducing failure rates
The role of Buffalo’s ecosystem in nurturing entrepreneurs
How global networks like Endeavor are impacting local innovation
Practical advice for startups and investors alike
Buffalo is more than wings and snow—it’s a thriving hu...
2025-01-2225 minLatitudeHow Alex Killian is Redefining Startup Success from BuffaloIn this episode of Latitude, we sit down with Alex Killian—a partner at Bold Ventures, a champion for founder wellness, and a key player at Endeavor. From working with undercapitalized founders to leveraging Buffalo’s unique ecosystem, Alex shares his insights on what it takes to build thriving startups.
We explore:
The power of founder wellness in reducing failure rates
The role of Buffalo’s ecosystem in nurturing entrepreneurs
How global networks like Endeavor are impacting local innovation
Practical advice for startups and investors alike
Buffalo is more than wings and snow—it’s a thriving hu...
2025-01-2225 min
LatitudeFrom Rust Belt to Tech Hub: Drive Capital's Bet on Buffalo43North welcomed Landon Campbell from Drive Capital on the Latitude Podcast! As a "Fly in a VC" guest, Landon visited with our Y9 cohort, sharing Drive Capital's story, their early-stage funding model, and key insights and tips for founders as they prepare for investor meetings.
2024-08-0529 minLatitudeFrom Rust Belt to Tech Hub: Drive Capital's Bet on Buffalo43North welcomed Landon Campbell from Drive Capital on the Latitude Podcast! As a "Fly in a VC" guest, Landon visited with our Y9 cohort, sharing Drive Capital's story, their early-stage funding model, and key insights and tips for founders as they prepare for investor meetings.
2024-08-0529 min
LatitudeHook, Line, And Accelerators: Startup Success With David Lord, From GuideslyIn this episode of the Latitude Podcast, we're joined by David Lord and Taylor Lord from Guidesly, who are part of our new Y9 cohort. From their roots in the industry to their integration into the Buffalo community, David and Taylor share valuable insights and exciting plans for the future. Tune in to learn how Guidesly is changing the game for outdoor enthusiasts and guides alike.
Connect with Guiseley
LinkedIn: Guidesly
LinkedIn: David Lord
LinkedIn: Taylor Lord
Guidesly Website
Guidesly.com
2024-05-1619 minLatitudeHook, Line, And Accelerators: Startup Success With David Lord, From GuideslyIn this episode of the Latitude Podcast, we're joined by David Lord and Taylor Lord from Guidesly, who are part of our new Y9 cohort. From their roots in the industry to their integration into the Buffalo community, David and Taylor share valuable insights and exciting plans for the future. Tune in to learn how Guidesly is changing the game for outdoor enthusiasts and guides alike.
Connect with Guiseley
LinkedIn: Guidesly
LinkedIn: David Lord
LinkedIn: Taylor Lord
Guidesly Website
Guidesly.com
2024-05-1619 min
So Ambitious208. Vision to Victory: Evan Leaphart’s Road to Entrepreneurial Success & Million-Dollar Grant WinIn this episode, we sit down with Evan Leaphart, founder of Kiddie Kredit, co-founder of Black Men Talk Tech, and recent million-dollar grant recipient of the 43North accelerator program. With such a robust portfolio, what does it entail to lead not just one but two major initiatives that make such a significant impact on the world? Discover how Kiddie Kredit is reshaping credit education by addressing the needs of over 90 million credit-challenged Americans burdened by $1 trillion in credit card debt. Evan stresses the significance of proactive credit education, positioning Kiddie Kredit as a preventive m...
2024-04-1126 minEmpire State Entrepreneurs: NY Business LawJohn Gavigan of CrediVaultJohn Gavigan's energetic presence has helped grow Western New York's reputation as an incubator for dynamic startup businesses. His time as Executive Director of 43North solidified John as an expert in guiding startups to the next level, and since then, he has worked tirelessly to continue the success of entrepreneurs regionally, nationally, and internationally. In this episode, host Dave Pfalzgraf leads John through US Open reverie and garners valuable insight from the world of entrepreneurship. Highlights include:- The relationship between Rupp Pfalzgraf and 43North- The state of change and competition ...
2024-04-0244 min
LatitudeCharging Ahead: Jane Chen's Electrical Revolution with StepWiseJoin us on the Latitude podcast as we dive into the journey of Jane Chen and her visionary co-founders of StepWise. Explore how StepWise is breaking down barriers in the energy sector and addressing critical bottlenecks. Learn about Jane's experience at 43North Finals, and her unexpected journey to national TV, and discover why their team chose Buffalo as the ideal place to nurture StepWise's growth.
LinkedIn: Jane Chen
LinkedIn: Austin Hunt
LinkedIn: Ethan Brewer
2024-03-2629 minLatitudeCharging Ahead: Jane Chen's Electrical Revolution with StepWiseJoin us on the Latitude podcast as we dive into the journey of Jane Chen and her visionary co-founders of StepWise. Explore how StepWise is breaking down barriers in the energy sector and addressing critical bottlenecks. Learn about Jane's experience at 43North Finals, and her unexpected journey to national TV, and discover why their team chose Buffalo as the ideal place to nurture StepWise's growth.
LinkedIn: Jane Chen
LinkedIn: Austin Hunt
LinkedIn: Ethan Brewer
2024-03-2629 min
LatitudeLeaning into Your Strengths for Entrepreneurial SuccessDiscover the keys to entrepreneurial success as Helen Min, Managing Partner at Phenomenal Ventures, shares insights on playing to your strengths in the startup world. Helen, a Buffalo native with a background in major tech companies and advertising, discusses the evolving role of AI, the power of complementary strengths in founding teams, and the crucial art of storytelling for startup founders.
Connect with Helen:
Twitter: @helen_min
Website: Phenomenal Ventures
Visit 43north.org to learn more
2024-03-1321 minLatitudeLeaning into Your Strengths for Entrepreneurial SuccessDiscover the keys to entrepreneurial success as Helen Min, Managing Partner at Phenomenal Ventures, shares insights on playing to your strengths in the startup world. Helen, a Buffalo native with a background in major tech companies and advertising, discusses the evolving role of AI, the power of complementary strengths in founding teams, and the crucial art of storytelling for startup founders.
Connect with Helen:
Twitter: @helen_min
Website: Phenomenal Ventures
Visit 43north.org to learn more
2024-03-1321 min
LatitudeHow Tech Can Save You Money with StoreCashJoin us in this episode of Latitude with 43North as Justine Palkowski, Senior Marketing Manager, welcomes Daricus Releford, Co-founder and CEO of StoreCash, a Y9 43North company. Discover how StoreCash's app helps you save 7-15% at your favorite stores, the unique QR code payment system, and how it differs from other cashback platforms. Explore the financial benefits for everyday shoppers and the exciting move to Buffalo.
Plus, get insights into Daricus's entrepreneurial journey and his experience as a Black founder navigating the startup landscape.
Connect with Daricus:
LinkedIn: Daricus Releford
Download StoreCash:
2024-02-2720 minLatitudeHow Tech Can Save You Money with StoreCashJoin us in this episode of Latitude with 43North as Justine Palkowski, Senior Marketing Manager, welcomes Daricus Releford, Co-founder and CEO of StoreCash, a Y9 43North company. Discover how StoreCash's app helps you save 7-15% at your favorite stores, the unique QR code payment system, and how it differs from other cashback platforms. Explore the financial benefits for everyday shoppers and the exciting move to Buffalo.
Plus, get insights into Daricus's entrepreneurial journey and his experience as a Black founder navigating the startup landscape.
Connect with Daricus:
LinkedIn: Daricus Releford
Download StoreCash:
2024-02-2720 min
LatitudeFrom Financial Instability to $1M Investment: Kredit Academy's Journey to 43NorthDelve into the remarkable journey of Kredit Academy as founder Evan Leaphart shares the inspiring evolution from grappling with credit card debt to securing a groundbreaking $1 million investment at 43North. Explore the challenges, the innovative approach to financial literacy, and the profound impact on youth empowerment. This narrative unfolds against the backdrop of Evan's decision to relocate from Miami to Buffalo, New York, participating in 43North’s accelerator program.
Show Notes:
Gain valuable insights into the challenges of managing high-interest debt and how this experience fueled the vision for Kredit Academy.
Learn about Kredit Academy's innovative ap...
2024-02-1533 minLatitudeFrom Financial Instability to $1M Investment: Kredit Academy's Journey to 43NorthDelve into the remarkable journey of Kredit Academy as founder Evan Leaphart shares the inspiring evolution from grappling with credit card debt to securing a groundbreaking $1 million investment at 43North. Explore the challenges, the innovative approach to financial literacy, and the profound impact on youth empowerment. This narrative unfolds against the backdrop of Evan's decision to relocate from Miami to Buffalo, New York, participating in 43North’s accelerator program.
Show Notes:
Gain valuable insights into the challenges of managing high-interest debt and how this experience fueled the vision for Kredit Academy.
Learn about Kredit Academy's innovative ap...
2024-02-1533 min
LatitudePeddling Forward: Building a Community with KAVJoin host Justine Palkowski in a captivating conversation with Whitman Kwok, founder of KAV, as they explore his inspiring journey to Buffalo after earning a spot in 43North's Y9 cohort. Discover how KAV is transforming the cycling landscape, not just with cutting-edge helmets but by building a thriving community both on and off the road.
Key Points:
Insights into the 43North application process and the competitive landscape.
Whitman's reasons for choosing Buffalo and the city's unique attributes.
KAV's commitment to community building, from local bike clubs to worldwide connections.
Excitement about Buffalo's sports scene, market proximity...
2024-01-3015 minLatitudePeddling Forward: Building a Community with KAVJoin host Justine Palkowski in a captivating conversation with Whitman Kwok, founder of KAV, as they explore his inspiring journey to Buffalo after earning a spot in 43North's Y9 cohort. Discover how KAV is transforming the cycling landscape, not just with cutting-edge helmets but by building a thriving community both on and off the road.
Key Points:
Insights into the 43North application process and the competitive landscape.
Whitman's reasons for choosing Buffalo and the city's unique attributes.
KAV's commitment to community building, from local bike clubs to worldwide connections.
Excitement about Buffalo's sports scene, market proximity...
2024-01-3015 min
LatitudeExploring Innovation Beyond the CoastsJoin 43North's Latitude Podcast for an insightful episode featuring Steve Case, Chairman and CEO at Revolution LLC, author of “The Rise of the Rest.” and former co-founder of AOL.
In this conversation with 43North President Colleen Heidinger, discover the significance of regional collaboration, key to building a thriving tech hub. Steve's return to Buffalo, where he explored innovation in 2015, unveils valuable lessons for shaping a brighter future for Buffalo and beyond. Tune in for a compelling discussion on innovation beyond the coasts.
Click here for full show notes
2024-01-0338 minLatitudeExploring Innovation Beyond the CoastsJoin 43North's Latitude Podcast for an insightful episode featuring Steve Case, Chairman and CEO at Revolution LLC, author of “The Rise of the Rest.” and former co-founder of AOL.
In this conversation with 43North President Colleen Heidinger, discover the significance of regional collaboration, key to building a thriving tech hub. Steve's return to Buffalo, where he explored innovation in 2015, unveils valuable lessons for shaping a brighter future for Buffalo and beyond. Tune in for a compelling discussion on innovation beyond the coasts.
Click here for full show notes
2024-01-0338 min
The Long Game w/ Elijah MurrayDominic Costanzo: What Makes a Good Startup, Timing in the Market, and 43NorthDominic Costanzo is the VP of Portfolio at 43North, a startup accelerator sponsored by Empire State Development. In this conversation, we explore the key elements that differentiate a good startup from the rest, the role of timing and luck in startup success, and 43North's unique investment strategy. We also delve into Dominic's perspective on the ever-evolving AI trend.
EPISODE LINKS:
Learn more about Dominic Costanzo and 43North:
https://www.43north.org/
Connect with Dominic on
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominiccostanzo/
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00:59) Intro, Startups
(00:03:45) Venture investments
(00:08:25) Subjective nature of investing
(00:13:27) Documenting y...
2023-12-0545 min
LatitudeMastering Your Inbound PipelineIn this episode, CJ Maurer, the driving force behind The Gist, a dynamic inbound marketing agency headquartered at Buffalo's iconic Seneca One Tower, joins forces with the 43North team. Together, they explore the intricate world of mastering your CRM to supercharge sales through the dynamic landscape of inbound marketing.
RESOURCES
43North: 43north.org
The Gist: thegistinbound.com
Twitter: @thegist
Connect with CJ: LinkedIn
2023-11-1734 minLatitudeMastering Your Inbound PipelineIn this episode, CJ Maurer, the driving force behind The Gist, a dynamic inbound marketing agency headquartered at Buffalo's iconic Seneca One Tower, joins forces with the 43North team. Together, they explore the intricate world of mastering your CRM to supercharge sales through the dynamic landscape of inbound marketing.
RESOURCES
43North: 43north.org
The Gist: thegistinbound.com
Twitter: @thegist
Connect with CJ: LinkedIn
2023-11-1734 min
LatitudeTrainwreck Sports Takeover: Behind the Scenes of 43North FinalsGet ready for a thrilling episode as Maniac from Trainwreck Sports takes over the Latitude Podcast. In this special edition, we dive deep into the preparations and secrets behind the scenes of 43North Finals. Joined by the talented members of the 43North Marketing Team – Tiffani, Devin, and Maura – Maniac explores the newest developments, creative planning, the esteemed judging panel, scripted vs. spontaneous moments, and what the team is most excited about this year.
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2023-10-0911 minLatitudeTrainwreck Sports Takeover: Behind the Scenes of 43North FinalsGet ready for a thrilling episode as Maniac from Trainwreck Sports takes over the Latitude Podcast. In this special edition, we dive deep into the preparations and secrets behind the scenes of 43North Finals. Joined by the talented members of the 43North Marketing Team – Tiffani, Devin, and Maura – Maniac explores the newest developments, creative planning, the esteemed judging panel, scripted vs. spontaneous moments, and what the team is most excited about this year.
Get FREE Tickets to 43North Finals
Follow Trainwreck Sports
2023-10-0911 min
Ciminelli ChatsChampions of Innovation: Stories From 43North's Success in BuffaloOn this episode, we connected with previous 43North startup competition winners, Jonathan Ebel, Co-Founder of Verivend and husband and wife duo, Dr. Tye and Courtney Caldwell, Co-Founders of Shearshare, to talk about their experiences with 43North and how they have grown their startup businesses in Buffalo, NY. About 43North: 43North is a startup accelerator program that invests $5M into seed-stage startup businesses that relocate to Buffalo through their competition. Each year, 43North finalists present competing pitches at an energizing public event for a chance to be selected as sponsored startup company. This year, the 43North Finals are...
2023-10-0636 min
Trainwreck SportsThe Bills Are Abroad! + One Last Miami Victory Lap | Pay The Bills PodJake and Mike Parthum are back this week! We kick off with Devin from 43North to talk the 43North Finals on 10/12 at 6PM at Shea's Performing Arts Center! (3:00)
After, Jake and Mike break down the win over the Dolphins and look ahead to London.
Victory Thursday - 8:00
McDermott vs. the Phins - 14:00
Week 5 Preview - 28:00
Receipts from national media - 36:00
Bills/Jaguars preview - 41:00
Follow us @paythebillspod
2023-10-061h 00
What's Next with Eric WoodEp 204 - Just Getting Started with Christian GaddisChristian Gaddis is a former NFL Center that played four years in the league, including with the Buffalo Bills in 2007. Today, Christian is an NFL Uniform Enforcer and the Director of Forge Buffalo at 43North.
43North is a Buffalo based startup accelerator with the goal of economic development. Since 2014, 43North companies have created more than 1,000 jobs in Western New York.
Today on the show, Eric and Christian talk some ball, discuss the most common uniform violations in the NFL and unveil details about the investment company that's changing lives. Other topics include:
(1:30-4:00...
2023-10-0425 min
LatitudeMore Than a Logo: How Brand Identity Sets You ApartJohn B Johnson, Identity Architect, discusses how to optimize your brand identity to directly benefit your marketing efforts, product development, and more. Listen to John's tips on why your branding needs to be more than a logo, and how a small studio helped 43North Y7 Portfolio Company, ShearShare!
RESOURCES
Click here for full show notes
John’s Instagram: @johnbcreating
a small studio Instagram: @asmallstudioco
a small studio website: asmallstudio.com
2023-08-2836 minLatitudeMore Than a Logo: How Brand Identity Sets You ApartJohn B Johnson, Identity Architect, discusses how to optimize your brand identity to directly benefit your marketing efforts, product development, and more. Listen to John's tips on why your branding needs to be more than a logo, and how a small studio helped 43North Y7 Portfolio Company, ShearShare!
RESOURCES
Click here for full show notes
John’s Instagram: @johnbcreating
a small studio Instagram: @asmallstudioco
a small studio website: asmallstudio.com
2023-08-2836 min
Latitude4 Ways to Kill Your StartupBrett Brohl, Managing Partner at Bread and Butter Ventures, joins Cindy Sideris, Sr. Platform Manager at 43North, to discuss four mistakes founders can make when scaling their startup.
RESOURCES
Apply: 43North Accelerator Program
Website: Bread & Butter Ventures
Open Office Hours: Book Here
Twitter: @brettbrohl
LinkedIn: Brett Brohl
YouTube: Brett’s Brain
2023-07-2425 minLatitude4 Ways to Kill Your StartupBrett Brohl, Managing Partner at Bread and Butter Ventures, joins Cindy Sideris, Sr. Platform Manager at 43North, to discuss four mistakes founders can make when scaling their startup.
RESOURCES
Apply: 43North Accelerator Program
Website: Bread & Butter Ventures
Open Office Hours: Book Here
Twitter: @brettbrohl
LinkedIn: Brett Brohl
YouTube: Brett’s Brain
2023-07-2425 min
Building With Buyers: Startup Marketing and Growth Fueled By Customers158 - BONUS Customer Conversation (Tyler Wells, CTO and Co-Founder at Propel)Sprinkling in another customer conversation (love doing these) I asked Tyler Wells (CTO and Co-Founder at Propel) to join me on the show so we could talk about what they're building, what stage they're at, the value they've gotten from working with me as their fractional head of marketing, and how they're ramping their marketing efforts.
Tyler is also the host of the podcast "Data Chaos!" so check that out.
About Propel:
Founded in 2021
Funding: Seed ($4.6M)
Description: 99% of product dev teams waste their time and money when they plan, build and support customer d...
2023-06-2322 min
LatitudeInnovation Across Borders with Twipes43North sits down with Twipes (Y8) co-founders, AL Borz and Elle McIntosh. Twipes moved from London, UK to Buffalo, NY in 2023 to join 43North’s Y8 cohort and to expand their sustainable business in the United States.
RESOURCES
Apply: 43North Accelerator Program
Website: Twipes.com
Instagram: @twipesuk
Twitter: @twipesuk
TikTok: @twipesuk
LinkedIn: Ellenor McIntosh, Alborz Bozorgi
2023-06-2131 minLatitudeInnovation Across Borders with Twipes43North sits down with Twipes (Y8) co-founders, AL Borz and Elle McIntosh. Twipes moved from London, UK to Buffalo, NY in 2023 to join 43North’s Y8 cohort and to expand their sustainable business in the United States.
RESOURCES
Apply: 43North Accelerator Program
Website: Twipes.com
Instagram: @twipesuk
Twitter: @twipesuk
TikTok: @twipesuk
LinkedIn: Ellenor McIntosh, Alborz Bozorgi
2023-06-2131 minBuilding With Buyers: Startup Marketing and Growth Fueled By Customers157 - How LASSO Makes Time For Play While Driving Revenue (Drew Brucker, VP of Growth at LASSO)Happy Juneteenth to all my listeners!
Drew Brucker (VP of Growth at LASSO, first marketing hire) has been a longtime listener of the podcast and he's one of the people that's given me some great feedback about the show. I decided to invite him on to talk about what he's been building, creative marketing plays, and more.
Prior to LASSO, Drew was the first marketing hire at Fullsteam (a tech payments company) and prior to that he was Head of Brand and Digital at Rubicon (had a successful unicorn exit).
About LASSO:
...
2023-06-1928 minBuilding With Buyers: Startup Marketing and Growth Fueled By Customers156 - Gong's Marketing Evolution From Early Stage To Unicorn (Udi Ledergor, Chief Evangelist at Gong)Udi Ledergor is Chief Evangelist at Gong. He went from marketer #1 to Gong's Chief Marketing Officer and has been there for over 6 years. Udi led the creation of the Revenue Intelligence category, and led the company from zero to hundreds of millions in revenue. He's a 5X marketing leader in B2B startups AND he's also really good at playing the piano.
About Gong:
Founded in 2015, based out of SF, 1300+ people
Funding: $583M total
Hit unicorn status August 2020
Description: The revenue intelligence platform. Gong unlocks reality to help people a...
2023-06-1250 minBuilding With Buyers: Startup Marketing and Growth Fueled By Customers155 - Anna SOLO episode on productizing my knowledge to help early stage startups (MaaS)I’ve cracked the nut on exactly what early stage startups need help with from a marketing and business perspective, and I wanted to share it with you in this episode. I built a systematic approach, and what’s cool is I can use the system I’ve built over and over in many different contexts.
For example:
client work
GrowthMentor calls
friend calls
VC calls
accelerator workshops
EdTech GTM bootcamp sessions
high school presentations (yep, I’ve done this a couple times too)
I always wanted to “productize” my knowledge. So now I’ve got a product...
2023-06-0526 minBuilding With Buyers: Startup Marketing and Growth Fueled By Customers154 - To Push Into Creativity, Remove Constraints That Drag You Down (Chris Walker, Founder and CEO at Refine Labs)Happy Memorial Day!!!
I asked Chris Walker to join me for a second round on the show. Last time he was on was Episode 35 (called “Over-prioritizing sales is your SaaS startup’s biggest mistake”) and that was also a really good one. Towards the end of the episode, Chris has some great questions for me to answer.
Chris is Founder and CEO at Refine Labs. Prior, Chris was the Dir. of Mktg at Eversound, a wellness startup. And prior to that he was at Vapotherm, a global medtech startup that IPO’d in 2018. He's got 128k follow...
2023-05-2942 minBuilding With Buyers: Startup Marketing and Growth Fueled By Customers153 - How Superhuman Is Changing Habits Using Part PLG & Part Sales (Sei Suriyakumar, Head of Marketing at Superhuman)There's been a lot of buzz around PLG vs. Sales-led GTM models. Companies that started with one GTM method are exploring others. So I thought this conversation would be super interesting for many as they're thinking about a more blended approach.
Sei Suriyakumar is Head of Marketing at Superhuman. Prior, Sei was Director of Product Marketing at Dropbox and prior to that he held marketing leadership positions at HelloSign (acquired by Dropbox).
About Superhuman:
Founded 2015
100+ people
Funding: Series C ($108M total)
Description: Superhuman is the fastest email experience ever made. Customers fly through their...
2023-05-2226 min
LatitudeEmerging Tech Ecosystems with Dom CostanzoDominic Costanzo relocated from Richmond, VA to Buffalo, NY to contribute to the growth of Buffalo’s Startup Ecosystem. In this episode, Dom sits down with Cindy Sideris to discuss the qualities of successful emerging tech ecosystems in mid-sized cities.
2023-05-0819 minLatitudeEmerging Tech Ecosystems with Dom CostanzoDominic Costanzo relocated from Richmond, VA to Buffalo, NY to contribute to the growth of Buffalo’s Startup Ecosystem. In this episode, Dom sits down with Cindy Sideris to discuss the qualities of successful emerging tech ecosystems in mid-sized cities.
2023-05-0819 min
LatitudeThe Key to to a Successful Co-Founder RelationshipShearShare co-founders Dr. Tye and Courtney Caldwell are married co-founders who have found success in both business and their relationship. From moving their business to Buffalo, NY, to writing best-selling books, we dive deep into their secrets for making it all work at the Latitude podcast with 43North.
RESOURCES
Show Notes: The Key to a Successful Co-Founder Relationship
Apply: 43North Accelerator Program
Website: ShearShare
ShearShare App: Download the App
Instagram: @ShearShare
Twitter: @ShearShare
TikTok: @ShearShare
Books: Mentored by Failure, T...
2023-04-1226 minLatitudeThe Key to to a Successful Co-Founder RelationshipShearShare co-founders Dr. Tye and Courtney Caldwell are married co-founders who have found success in both business and their relationship. From moving their business to Buffalo, NY, to writing best-selling books, we dive deep into their secrets for making it all work at the Latitude podcast with 43North.
RESOURCES
Show Notes: The Key to a Successful Co-Founder Relationship
Apply: 43North Accelerator Program
Website: ShearShare
ShearShare App: Download the App
Instagram: @ShearShare
Twitter: @ShearShare
TikTok: @ShearShare
Books: Mentored by Failure, T...
2023-04-1226 min
LatitudeLatitude TrailerPresented by 43North, we dive deep into conversations with founders, CEOs, and venture capitalists who are building Buffalo’s thriving startup and tech ecosystem. If you’re an entrepreneur, tech enthusiast, or someone who just loves all things business, these conversations are your secret sauce to success. This is Latitude with 43North.
2023-04-1000 minLatitudeLatitude TrailerPresented by 43North, we dive deep into conversations with founders, CEOs, and venture capitalists who are building Buffalo’s thriving startup and tech ecosystem. If you’re an entrepreneur, tech enthusiast, or someone who just loves all things business, these conversations are your secret sauce to success. This is Latitude with 43North.
2023-04-1000 min
Starting Small43North: Colleen HeidingerThank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Colleen Heidinger of 43North, a startup accelerator and incubator that hosts an annual startup competition, investing $5M per year to attract and retain high-growth companies.
Make sure to check out 43North at: https://www.43north.org/
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2023-02-1716 min
The Intrinsic Value Podcast - The Investor’s Podcast NetworkMI Rewind: Venture Capital Investing w/ Kevin SiskarKevin Siskar talks about venture capital investing, the types of companies emerging in the venture capital space, how you can shift yourself to have a growth mindset, and more!Kevin Siskar is the Vice President of Portfolio & Selection at 43North, where he has built a portfolio of over 150 early-stage technology startup companies.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro02:01 - What types of companies 43North looks to invest in.07:29 - What types of industries are currently most exciting from Kevin’s point of view?11...
2023-02-0350 min
offsznSelf Sabotage In the final episode of season one, we tie together all the themes we’ve talked about in previous episodes as we explore self-sabotage. We’re all guilty of it, and a lot of the time we don’t even know we’re doing it, so why is it so easy to get in our own way? We talk about the things we each do to self sabotage and how we’re working to get better at it. Let’s get to work.
2022-08-1657 minoffsznTriggersIn today’s episode, we talk about triggers. Triggers are everywhere; and as we explore in this conversation, the way we respond can be influenced by our mood, environment or our state of mind. While triggers don’t ever go away, the work we do to understand why we feel triggered and the true source of the pain can help us deal with them in a healthy way. Let’s get to work.
2022-07-2747 min
Ask a Better QuestionHow does Mindfulness impact Entrepreneurship?Colleen Heidinger is a proud champion of Buffalo and the President of 43North, a startup accelerator and incubator based here in Buffalo, NY. She is also the owner of a yoga studio, Space on Seneca and a yoga instructor. Here are some of the highlights of our conversation and links to check out!- What is THE most important question for entrepreneurs to ask?- What is a key to problem solving?- What results from 'time on the yoga mat'?- What are you willing to 'eat, breathe, sleep'?
2022-07-2633 minoffsznHabits, Priorities and Values In today’s episode, we talk the relationship between habits, priorities and values. As the city started to open up, the three of us were curious about the habits we formed during lockdown, how to stay on track with endless distractions at our disposal, and how our values and priorities ultimately determine the habits we keep and the ones we don’t. Let’s get to work.
2022-07-0652 min
Bell Ringer (Buffalo Podcast)Courtney & Dr. Tye Caldwell, on ShearShare in BuffaloShearShare - a beauty industry startup - recently relocated to Buffalo after winning the 43North competition. Cofounders Courtney and Dr. Tye Caldwell join the Bell Ringer podcast to discuss their move to Buffalo, welcome since arriving, growth plans for the company, and so much more.
2022-06-2919 minoffsznEscapismIn this episode we talk about escapism, whether it's physically leaving a place or a mental diversion, each of us has had to learn through our own experiences, there's no distance big enough or distraction strong enough to avoid facing life. The truth is, we bring ourselves with us wherever we go. So taking time to sit in the discomfort is what this conversation is all about.
2022-06-2158 minoffsznHow We Give and Receive LoveIn this episode we explore the concepts of giving and receiving love and the role that love languages play in both scenarios. Each of our experiences in love made this an honest and reflective conversation that we hope helps you think about the roles different kinds of love play in your life.
2022-06-071h 04
My Startup Podcastएडटेक स्टार्टअप एडसारथी,मेंटरशिप प्लेटफॉर्म सीड फंड जुटाता है। EdSARRTHI, जो UPSC CSE जैसी प्रतियोगी परीक्षाओं के लिए मेंटरशिप प्रदान करता है। स्टार्टअप ने अपना सीड फंड एंजेल इन्वेस्टर्स के एक समूह स जुटाया है।जब ओहलोकल के संस्थापक और सीईओ देवाशीष गोयल अपने उद्यम के लिए उत्पाद और व्यवसाय के विकास के साथ संघर्ष कर रहे थे, तो उन्होंने पेडलस्टार्ट-- स्टार्टअप एक्सेलेरेटर और संस्थापकों के सामुदायिक मंच की ओर रुख किया।इंफोसिस के सह-संस्थापक एनआर नारायण मूर्ति ने कहा कि स्टार्टअप के सीईओ बाजार के अवसरों को कम करके आंक सकते हैं।भारत के अग्रणी स्मॉल फाइनेंस बैंक में से एक सूर्योदय स्मॉल फाइनेंस बैंक ने आज Mobisafar के साथ भारत भर में Mobisafar के सभी फ्रैंचाइजी और बिजनेस कॉरेस्पोंडेंट नेटवर्क के माध्यम से बैंकिंग सेवाएं प्रदान करने के लिए अपनी साझेदारी की घोषणा कीगॉव कैथी होचुल ने गुरुवार को घोषणा की कि 43North के आठवें वर्ष के लिए आवेदन स्वीकार किए जा रहे हैं, राज्य द्वारा वित्त पोषित त्वरक जो बफ़ेलो में अपने व्यवसाय को विकसित करने के लिए विश्व स्तरीय उद्यमियों को आकर्षित करने के लिए सालाना $ 5 मिलियन का निवेश करता है।बॉश ग्रुप स्टार्टअप्स में निवेश करने के लिए नए €250m फंड के साथ मौजूदा कारोबारी साल के लिए अपनी वेंचर कैपिटल फंडिंग जुटा रहा है।दो स्टार्टअप, एक अक्षय श्रीवास्तव द्वारा स्थापित और दूसरा उनकी बहन काजल द्वारा, शुक्रवार को यहां इंदिरा गांधी प्रतिष्ठान में आयोजित तीसरे ग्राउंड-ब्रेकिंग समारोह में लोगों का ध्यान आकर्षित किया।विश्व पर्यावरण दिवस 2022 को प्रमुख विशेषज्ञों के साथ चिह्नित करने के लिए दिल्ली स्थित स्टार्टअपमॉरिसविले में स्थित एक साइबर सुरक्षा स्टार्टअप ने गुरुवार को घोषणा की कि उसने $ 70 मिलियन का फंडिंग राउंड बंद कर दिया है और $ 1 बिलियन से अधिक का अनुमानित कुल मूल्यांकन हासिल किया है।आइकॉन इन्वेस्टमेंट्स स्टार्टअप नर्सरी फंड II (सन फंड II) में एंकर निवेशक के रूप में $1.5 मिलियन आवंटित करेगा। यह सन फंड I में उनके एंकर आवंटन का अनुसरण करता है।
2022-06-0403 minoffsznThe Narratives We Tell Ourselves In this episode we explore the feeling of being stuck and how it affects the narratives and stories we tell ourselves. Whether it's a constant feeling or a plateau, we share moments where each of us couldn't shake the feeling of being stuck or how we get in our own way. We hope that our conversation inspires you to look at the narratives you're telling yourself and gets you thinking about how you can flip the script.
2022-05-241h 00offsznThe Role of Attachment in Our EverydayIn this episode we explore attachment theory. Attachment is a truly human experience and we hope that by sharing our stories you will feel empowered to reflect on the role attachment plays in your life.
2022-05-161h 12
Bell Ringer (Buffalo Podcast)Rebecca Brady, on growing Top Seedz in BuffaloRebecca Brady, founder of Top Seedz, joins our 100th episode of Bell Ringer to discuss the company's origin story, going through the 43North process, growth plans in Buffalo, workforce pipelines, and more.
In celebration of our 100th episode of Bell Ringer, we want to thank every guest that has been so gracious with their time when joining the show and our listeners for tuning in to learn about all the amazing things happening in Buffalo Niagara.
2022-05-1019 minoffsznCreating Offszn - An Inside Look at Our Creative ProcessWelcome to the first episode of the offszn podcast.In this episode, we invite you into the creative process of offszn. It took us about a year from our initial conversations to producing the actual podcast and we learned a lot in the process. With ups and downs along the way, we thought sharing this experience would be a great way to kick off this season.Welcome to the offszn.
2022-04-2432 min
Ambition Today, Startup Stories with Kevin SiskarHow Jordan Levy Left His Mark On The Venture Capital Industry In the fall we sat down with one of the godfathers of Venture Capital, Jordan Levy, who shares his very inspiring founder story and how that led to his career as an investor. Jordan co-founded Software Distribution Services which was acquired by Ingram Micro, before going on to be a Partner on the early-stage investing team at SoftBank Capital (SBNY) for 16 years. Jordan has served on the boards of BuzzFeed, TalkSpace, Work Market, ACV Auctions, and many others. Using his upbringing and religion to pay it forward (Tzedakah) to the community that he grew up...
2022-03-0546 min
Minding Your Business with Jodi-TatianaEpisode 158: Meet Bounce Imaging ceo Francisco Aguilar (NY/PA USA)Bounce Imaging develops throwable cameras and sensors for first responders/military and best-in-class real-time omni directional image stitching algorithms. http://www.bounceimaging.com/#tech #technology #camera #cam #innovation #360 #360camera #360recording #360video #video #videocamera #360view #360views #stability #stabilization #alldirections #replay #horizontal #vertical #safety #roomclearing #spaceclearing #multiuse #surveillancecamera #k9camera #trainingsystem #tactical #tacticalgear #determined #standout #strategy #entrepreneurs #smallbusiness #businessstrategy #podcast #pandemic #covid19 #innovators #mindingyourbusiness #thankyou https://youtu.be/GJaLWynuV0IFollow Bounce Imaginghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/bounceimaging/https://twitter.com/BounceImaginghttps://www.facebook.com/BounceImaging/https://www.instagram.com...
2022-02-0958 min
The Intrinsic Value Podcast - The Investor’s Podcast NetworkMI123: Venture Capital Investing w/ Kevin SiskarIN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:
02:01 - What types of companies 43North looks to invest in.
07:29 - What types of industries are currently most exciting from Kevin’s point of view.
11:16 - How studying human behavior can help you as an investor.
21:42 - The differences between working at a large corporation and working at a smaller company.
42:13 - How luck has played into the companies that Kevin has worked with.
And much, much more!
*Disclaimer: Slight timestamp discrepancies may occur due to podcast platform differences.BOOKS AND RESOURCES
Join...
2021-12-0949 min
Startup RenegadesUsing AI to Remove Race and Gender Bias in Investing with Lauren Washington, Co-Founder and CEO of FundrLauren Washington is the co-founder and CEO of Fundr, a platform that automates and removes bias from seed investing by creating portfolios of AI-vetted startups. This is Lauren’s third venture in the startup world, her others including Black Women Talk Tech, the largest membership organization and only conference for black women founders, and KeepUp, an automated social listening platform.Lauren’s companies have won multiple awards including 43North and the Advanced Imaging Society’s Distinguished Leadership Award. She has been featured in The New York Times, TechCrunch, Elle, Inc and Black Enterprise and has been listed as a t...
2021-12-0732 min
Ambition Today, Startup Stories with Kevin SiskarScott Wayman's Plan for Kangarootime to Support the $648 Billion Care Economy Scott Wayman's shares his epically inspiring founder story. His passion for Kangarootime is next level and the company is currently focused on winning the childcare management software space for daycares and preschools. With plans to expand to the larger "care economy" which includes not only early education & childcare but also elder & senior care. A $648B TAM in the U.S. Alone according to Melinda Gate's Pivotal Ventures. The Kangarootime team brilliantly positioned themselves throughout COVID19 as leaders in the space, by taking time to host educational sessions about how their customers can best adapt their centers, as...
2021-10-0556 min
upsideJack Greco of Buffalo Bridge // the co-founder of Buffalo’s first unicorn on giving back to build the ecosystem [CC079]Interview Begins : 7:37Debrief: 45:43Jack Greco is the co-founder of ACV auctions.ACV auctions is an online marketplace for used cars. As of November 2019, the company was valued at more than $1.5 billion.Jack has built a reputation for supporting other founders in the Buffalo area as one of the most active angels and advisors in the region. He created Buffalo Bridge, a weekly curation of resources, opinions and insights from Western New York startup founders. Long Live Buffalo....
2021-07-1450 min
Bell Ringer (Buffalo Podcast)Colleen Heidinger, on 43North43North, the Shark Tank-style startup pitch competition awarding $5 million to winners, is back bringing new companies and innovations to Buffalo. We chat with President Colleen Heidinger about the competition and the organization's move to Seneca One Tower.
2021-06-0218 min
Convenience MattersMaking Electric Vehicle Charging More ConvenientThe U.S. charging infrastructure is ramping up to keep up with EV owner demand. This innovative solution put charging in the hands of car owners...conveniently, of course. Related Links: Spark Charge Fuels Institute EV Market Regulatory Report Carpool Chats Episode #23: Charging on the Run Hosted by: Donovan Woods, Director of Operations, Fuels Institute and Jeff Lenard, VP Strategic Industry Initiatives, NACS About our Guest: Joshua Aviv, Founder/CEO, SparkCharge Joshua is a certified Data Scientist and the Founder & CEO of SparkCharge...
2021-05-1728 min
Bigger Than Us#135 Joshua Aviv, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer of SparkChargeJoshua is a certified Data Scientist and the Founder & CEO of SparkCharge. His experience in entrepreneurship and startups spans over 6 years and he is a dynamic figure in the cleantech community. Joshua is also the most recent winner of the world’s largest pitch competition, 43North. Joshua holds a B.A. in Economics and a Masters Degree in Information Management and Data Science from Syracuse University.
https://www.sparkcharge.io/
https://nexuspmg.com/
2021-02-1629 min
WNY EntrepreneurFixing Hearts to Fixing Problems in Business - Irfan KhanIrfan Khan is a cardiologist turned entrepreneur. He's the founder and CEO of Circuit Clinical, a 43North winning company that aims to make it easier for all of us to find, understand and choose clinical research as a care option. He's a Clarence dad of 3 teenagers, serves as a Trustee at Nardin, and is married to a very patient radiologist. He likes to read voraciously when he isn't busy transforming clinical research or ferrying his kids around.
2021-02-0830 min
Beyond The StudioEpisode 6: Thriving Through Her ArtAitina Fareed-Cooke
Bio
Aitina Fareed-Cooke was told at a young age that she would be a “failure to thrive” as a result of her biological mother's addiction to drugs. At 14 months old her and her 2 siblings were placed into foster care and diagnosed as “Emotionally Handicapped”. When Aitina was three years old she and her sibling lost their mother due to a drug overdose. Though the odds were against her she managed to strive due to her adoptive mother's efforts in keeping her involved in extracurricular activities, community arts programs which introduced her to photography, film, an...
2021-01-0458 min
Green Living with TeeWhat are microgreens, and why are they so beneficial for your health with Lisa and Justin Brocato with Rooted LocallyLisa and Justin will explain why microgreens are so beneficial, delicious, and are great for your health. In 2016 after being inspired by the local food movement Lisa and Justin started their family-run business with only $500 out-of-pocket. That year they had only 1 rack with 3 lights set up in their dining room and sold at one farmer's market every Saturday. In 2018 they were one of 27 businesses selected by Ignite Buffalo and 43North to receive a grant of $25,000. Those dollars allowed them to expand their operations significantly, while also giving Justin the opportunity to leave his 9-to-5 job fo...
2020-09-2620 min
Founders UnfoundSu Sanni DollarideOUR SPONSORS FOR THIS EPISODE:VertueLaba nonprofit fighting climate change by providing funding and holistic entrepreneurial support to cleantech startups.This September their annual summit, Fuel 2020, is going digital, spanning over two weeks with short events every day.At Fuel 2020 you'll connect with future-focused entrepreneurs, investors, researchers and more.Founders Unfound listeners: Use the code FOUNDERSFRIEND for 20% off your ticket.Learn more at 2020fuel.orgThe PlugCheck it out at tpinsights.com ; Use code UNFOUND to save $10 on our annual s...
2020-08-2752 min
Bell Ringer (Buffalo Podcast)It's happening hereAlex Gress of 43North and past winner Liz Tsai of HiOperator talk about the big startup competition returning on October 30. Get your free tickets today, before they're all out.
2019-10-1624 minWNY EntrepreneurSlowly becoming who you were meant to be - Janna Willoughby-Lohr Janna Willoughby-Lohr is the owner & artist behind Papercraft Miracles--an eco-friendly handmade paper company. All of their products are fully customizable and each piece is handmade one piece at a time at their solar-powered studio in Buffalo, NY.
Their solar-powered studio in Buffalo, NY.
More recently, Janna is on the board of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Buffalo Niagara Chapter and is the chair of the membership committee. In July 2018, her business won a $25,000 small business Ignite Buffalo grant through a partnership between 43North and Facebook. Since then, she has been busier than ever and hired...
2019-06-1930 min
Talking Cities with Matt Enstice And FriendsThe Future of WorkProduct Specialist may be the title on Pablo Pinto's business card, but his impact extends far beyond his role at tech startup and 43North winner, TARA.ai. Car-less since 2012, Pablo credits Buffalo as a great place for cyclists, and believes cities should stop thinking about streets in terms of vehicles, but rather people. A holistic thinker with a passion for giving back, he talks about his travels across the globe, spending time in New York City, Boston, Ecuador, South Korea, Silicon Valley, Albany, NY, and Buffalo, NY, and the major ways he's seen technology transform cities and the future...
2019-02-0530 min
Step Out Buffalo PodcastOct 3 - 7 Best Things to Do This WeekendOur picks for this week/weekend... drum roll plz... 43North Finals, Taps & Apps, A Night at the Asylum with Syfy's Ghost Hunters Steve and Tango, Allentown Fall Festival, City Murals by Bike Tour, Spirits with the Spirits, Halloween Festival at the Buffalo Central Terminal, and Ellicottville Fall Festival.
2018-10-0319 min
Talking Cities with Matt Enstice And FriendsDairy & Data: A Dynamic DiscoveryIn this episode, Matt sits down with Bethany Deshpande, CEO and Co-Founder of SomaDetect, 2017 43North $1M winner. They discuss cows, the new wave of tech in farming, and life for Bethany growing up in Ontario. Bethany discusses the importance of data, consumer-focused design, and how her father discovered SomaDetect's technology almost by accident.
2018-08-0125 min
Talking Cities with Matt Enstice And FriendsThe Future of Medicine Matt talks with Bill Maggio, a health care, medical diagnostics, and business development executive from Buffalo, New York. They talk about the Jacobs Institute's recently released landmark report on The Future of Medicine, and the role of health care systems in transforming how care is delivered. Bill highlights his role as an investor as well as a leader in the local start-up community as past chair of 43North business competition to spur economic development in Buffalo. They touch on his lifelong love of music as a classically-trained pianist as well as the impact rowing has had on his life.
2018-01-1724 min
Create Your Life SeriesCYLS 085: Efficient, Organized and Resilient + $250,000 with Lauren WashingtonAbout our Guest:
Lauren Washington co-founded KeepUp in 2014 and as CEO is focused on the long-term vision and strategy of the company. She co-founded Black Women Talk Tech in 2017 to help black women create billion-dollar tech companies. Ms. Washington received her Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a major in Journalism and Mass Communication and her MBA from the Kellogg School of Management with majors in Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Marketing, and Finance.
Episode Summary:
Lauren talks with us about her app, KeepUp, and being selected out of 7,000 ot...
2017-11-0339 min
Cultivating StartupsEp 22: Hot DesQ: Helping Startups Grow in Queensland, Australia with Murray Love and Paul MartynHot DesQ is a program run by the government of Queensland in Australia through its Advance Queensland initiative to bring startups from around the world to Queensland and get them engaged with the local startup community. Through the program, startups receive $50,000-$100,000 in funding plus space at a coworking site in Queensland of their choice for six months. In return, startups agree to participate in local startup activities and build connections with companies in Queensland, while passing along some of their experience in growing a startup and building startup communities.
This week we talk to Murray Love, CEO of Waterloo-based...
2017-10-2600 min
The #AskGaryVee PodcastAll Things Startup: 43North, Pitching, Investing & Scaling Your Company | #AskGaryVee Episode 197#QOTD: Tell me your startup story.
#TIMESTAMPS:
5:15: How does a startup know when to add staff? What positions are most critical to line up first?
8:03: What are 2 or 3 things that makes one pitch stand out from all the other ones?
11:25: Ideas alone can only get you so far, but once you've gotten off the ground, what does an investor need to see to invest in a startup?
13:19: For an early stage startup that just received 500K, 600K or 1 million dollars in capital, what are the critical things they should be looking to address?
16:19: When assessing the scalability of a company...
2016-04-0623 min
The GaryVee Audio ExperienceAll Things Startup: 43North, Pitching, Investing & Scaling Your Company | #AskGaryVee Episode 197► Subscribe to Gary's Channel Here - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c...
#QOTD: Tell me your startup story.
#LINKS:
Contest Info Link: http://www.43north.org/competition/
Video submissions: Painless1099 - https://painless1099.com/Plum - http://plum.io/Energy Intelligence - http://energyintel.us/
2016-04-0623 min
The GaryVee Audio ExperienceAll Things Startup: 43North, Pitching, Investing & Scaling Your Company | #AskGaryVee Episode 197► Subscribe to Gary's Channel Here - http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c...
#QOTD: Tell me your startup story.
#LINKS:
Contest Info Link: http://www.43north.org/competition/
Video submissions: Painless1099 - https://painless1099.com/Plum - http://plum.io/Energy Intelligence - http://energyintel.us/
2016-04-0623 min
Guys Telling Stories PodcastJohn GaviganDirecting the $5 Million Startup Competition. John Gavigan is Executive Director of 43North. He tells stories about his childhood candy stand, the growth and sale of his own successful business, and the importance of asking for help. John also talks about 43North and the organization's exciting future.
Theme music written and performed by Eric Hutchinson.
2016-03-0841 min