NYBPC
JOIN THE NEXT GENERATION OF STUDENT ENTREPRENEURS!
SHOWCASING THE MOST INNOVATIVE STUDENT-LED STARTUPS FROM NEW YORK
THE NYBPC IS A STATEWIDE, INTERCOLLEGIATE ENTREPRENEURSHIP COMPETITION POWERED BY UPSTATE CAPITAL
THE NYBPC EXPERIENCE
The NYBPC helped us build momentum at a critical time. It gave us validation, visibility, and a network that pushed us to accelerate our go-to-market work and product testing. Meeting fellow founders across New York and hearing the judges' thoughtful feedback was the best part of the experience. It was inspiring and energizing to be surrounded by so many mission-driven teams.
Jia Zhang, co-founder and CEO of Sara Technology, Columbia University, 2025 Grand Prize Winner.
Participating in the NYBPC has transformed our ability to pitch confidently, clearly, and concisely. Pitching at the RPI EMPAC was a highlight. The building was incredible. We also really enjoyed meeting other student founders, experienced entrepreneurs, and professionals. It was inspiring to see the many ways people approach problem-solving and bring their ideas to life.
Liala Cryer, Justin Shafritz, Molly Smith, Sara Burr, Polar Hockey, Skidmore College, 2025 Product & Hardware Track Winner
PAST PARTICIPANTS
2024 – 2025 NYBPC SPONSOR
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REGIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
The regional semifinals are hosted by local partner colleges, universities and organizations.
Hadar Borden
University at Buffalo
Ashley Sweeney
Clarkson University
Emma Smith
Binghamton University
Felix Litvinsky
Cornell University
Gavin Goldstein
Touro University Graduate School of Business
Robert Griffin
Onondaga SBDC
Christopher Neville
Upstate Medical University
Robert Edgell
SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Irene Scruton
SUNY Oswego
Jodi Mather
Hudson Valley Community College
Danielle Blesi
Hudson Valley Community College
Kim Forman
Farmingdale State
Kelsey Wagner
University at Buffalo
Edgar Troudt
Hunter College