We’re thrilled to announce the first two episodes of Empire State Entrepreneurs: NY Business Law, are out now! This podcast, hosted by our managing partner, David Pfalzgraf, explores relevant issues for entrepreneurs and business owners throughout New York State.
Empire State Entrepreneurs features fun and engaging discussions between Dave and various guests, ranging from strategic partners to community leaders and team members. These conversations offer listeners dynamic insight into the many stages of business ownership and an opportunity to understand the legal issues surrounding entrepreneurship in New York State. Each guest brings a unique perspective to the discussion, offering advice, sharing success stories, and discussing the challenges that entrepreneurs encounter on their journey to success.
John Gavigan of CrediVault
Episode one features John Gavigan of CrediVault, who has had an influential role in the thriving and growing entrepreneurship scene in Western New York. As the former Executive Director of 43North, John brings a wealth of experience in guiding startups to success. Dave and John share their valuable experience and insights, including highlights such as the relationship between 43North and Rupp Pfalzgraf and the significant role that innovation and technology play in entrepreneurship.
Juweria Dahir of Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus
In the latest episode, Juweria Dahir, Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, leads Dave through a journey starting with her humble upbringing, to later becoming a key figure in the Buffalo entrepreneur community. Juweria brings a one-of-a-kind perspective to this episode, sharing her passion for advocating for underserved communities in the Buffalo area. Listen as she and Dave discuss her work with the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, helping marginalized people build wealth through entrepreneurship, helping small businesses rebuild after COVID, and more.
We can’t wait to keep the conversation going with upcoming episodes and we hope you tune in! Subscribe to Empire State Entrepreneurs: NY Business Law on your favorite podcast platform to stay updated on the latest episodes.
The podcast is available to listen to on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Pandora, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and Transistor FM.