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Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Buffalo, United States
Countries of investment
  • USA
Investment stages
  • Seed
  • Series A
  • Series B
Industries
  • Fintech
  • AI
  • Blockchain
  • Data Science
About
Launch NY is a nonprofit venture development organization in Upstate New York that supports high-growth startups and fosters an entrepreneurial culture through collaboration and expert guidance.
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$100K
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$1M
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Investment Thesis

Launch NY is dedicated to supporting highgrowth startups by providing pro bono mentoring and access to risk capital.
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Manager's Experience

Bringing extensive expertise in venture capital, the fund manager has successfully executed over 30 deals, primarily in the technology and healthcare sectors across North America and Europe. Their investment strategy leans towards an operator-first approach, ensuring deep engagement with portfolio companies to foster growth. Notable exits include leading startups that have significantly impacted their respective industries. With a focus on early to growth-stage investments, they leverage data-driven insights to identify and capitalize on emerging market trends.

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Team

Paul Buckley

Paul Brooks

Michael Bovalino

Matthew Budzinski

Marnie Lavigne

Lindsay Stencel

Kate Brodock

John Compa

Jerry Adamski

Jacqueline Dellaneve

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