Peter Burakowski, senior associate director of startup ventures at the University at Buffalo, was one of 20 individuals recognized in Buffalo Business First's annual IDEA (Inclusion Diversity Equity Awareness) Awards as a champion of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and community.
For the last 3 years, Peter has led UB's Cultivator early-stage startup program, which supports regional startups with funding and mentorship. Over 75% of the startups that have participated in Cultivator since its inception in 2021 were founded by underrepresented startup founders.
Get to know Peter and read more about his work here. (Paid subscription required)