BUFFALO, N.Y. — Brown & White Ventures has invested in Buffalo-based Bounce Imaging, a developer of tactical imaging technology used by military, law enforcement, and first responders, as the company looks to expand manufacturing and accelerate the development of its next generation of situational awareness products. The investment will help Bounce Imaging increase production capacity and meet growing demand from U.S. law enforcement agencies and international defense organiz

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester has long been known as the birthplace of companies like Kodak, Xerox and Bausch + Lomb. Today, the region's economy is being shaped by a new generation of industries built on that same foundation of engineering, precision manufacturing and scientific research. Three sectors in particular: optics, photonics and imaging (OPI), advanced manufacturing, and food and beverage manufacturing, are emerging as major economic drivers, attracting investment, c

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester-based advanced materials company Andluca has secured a SAFE investment from an undisclosed strategic investor as the company prepares for its upcoming Series A fundraising round and expands commercialization of its intelligent glass technology. The investment, announced alongside financial advisor Mavka Capital, provides Andluca with more than capital. The strategic partner brings global glass manufacturing capabilities, industry expertise, and est

The Rochester startup behind an edible coffee energy bar will launch in 250 stores through a new partnership with East Coast distributor Rainforest Distribution beginning July 1. ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester-based startup Moka Energy has signed a major distribution agreement with Rainforest Distribution, a move expected to place the company's products in approximately 250 retail locations within the first 90 days and significantly accelerate its expansion across the eastern Un

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — As more than 200,000 visitors prepare to descend on downtown Rochester for the 2026 Rochester International Jazz Festival, the event is expected to do more than fill concert venues. It will also generate millions of dollars in economic activity for local businesses, hotels, restaurants, and cultural institutions. The Jazz Festival is one of several major events that collectively form a significant part of Rochester's tourism and visitor economy. Along with t

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — As artificial intelligence rapidly moves from emerging technology to everyday business tool, a new Rochester event is focused on helping small businesses understand how to use AI to drive growth, improve efficiency, and remain competitive. The SB+AI Symposium: From Awareness to Action will take place June 23 at the Rochester Educational Opportunity Center (REOC), bringing together entrepreneurs, business owners, educators, economic development leaders, and t

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — In a regional economy increasingly driven by experience-based businesses, Elvio’s Coffee is emerging as one of Rochester’s more distinctive lifestyle concepts, blending specialty coffee, live music and cultural programming into a single community-focused brand. Founded by Rochester musician and entrepreneur Elvio Fernandes, the café has quickly positioned itself as more than a traditional coffee shop. Located on Empire Boulevard near Irondequoit Bay, Elvio’

Rochester, N.Y., Every founder can tell you their top-line revenue. Fewer can clearly explain whether their business actually makes money on each customer, transaction, or product sold. That distinction matters more than most entrepreneurs realize. In today’s funding environment, investors, operators, and lenders are placing renewed focus on one concept that sits at the core of every scalable business model: unit economics. Whether you are building a SaaS platform, launching