43North

43North is a sector-agnostic, state-backed accelerator in Buffalo. See sector focus and contact routes.

About 43North

43North is a sector-agnostic, state-backed accelerator in Buffalo, NY that invests **$1 million for 5% equity** in **five seed-stage (or late pre-seed)** companies annually, requiring them to relocate and build locally for one year [1][2][5]. Its distinctive thesis centers on **regional economic development**, using an annual pitch competition to attract high-growth startups to Buffalo while providing mentorship, workspace, and tax incentives via STARTUP-NY [4][5][12]. Notable portfolio companies include **ACV Auctions** (which reached a $3.8B valuation and IPO), **Squire**, **Kangarootime**, and **Circuit**, with top investment sectors spanning **Enterprise Applications, Life Sciences, FinTech, and SaaS** [3][4][6].

43North at a glance

Role
Managing Director
Location
Buffalo, New York, United States
Investor type
Venture Capital

Frequently asked about 43North

What does 43North invest in?
43North (Buffalo, New York, United States) — sector focus: Biotech, Media Entertainment, SaaS.
How do I contact 43North?
43North's published profile links (website, LinkedIn or X where available) are listed on the StartupFundraising.com investor profile.
Where is 43North headquartered?
43North is based in Buffalo, New York, United States.

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