Olivia Goldstein, CEO of Upstate Venture Connect (UVC), recently discussed the powerful partnership between UVC and Upstate Capital, aimed at supporting high-growth businesses across Upstate New York. UVC, a nonprofit dedicated to fostering regional entrepreneurship, has spent over a decade ensuring that local founders have access to vital resources, helping them grow without relocating to business hubs like New York City or San Francisco.
Through their collaboration, UVC and Upstate Capital are driving economic growth by connecting innovative founders with crucial investment opportunities. Olivia emphasized that UVC focuses on founder-to-founder connections, ensuring high-growth entrepreneurs can scale within the region. Meanwhile, Upstate Capital brings an investor’s perspective, helping founders access the necessary capital from both within and outside Upstate New York.
This partnership strengthens the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, creating more opportunities for businesses to succeed locally. Together, UVC and Upstate Capital showcase Upstate New York as a significant player in the national business landscape by attracting external resources and highlighting the region’s hidden potential.
Their shared mission is clear: to create more wealth and jobs in Upstate New York by supporting the growth of high-potential businesses and connecting them with the resources and networks they need to thrive. This dynamic collaboration not only transforms challenges into opportunities but also showcases the innovation and entrepreneurial spirit thriving in Upstate New York.