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New York is home to over 1,425,000 aspiring entrepreneurs. Join 10,000+ founders already on CoffeeSpace - including 762 from New York and start your founder journey today!

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Entrepreneurship in New York

New York boasts a thriving entrepreneurship environment fueled by innovation, robust access to funding, and a dynamic startup ecosystem. Home to world-renowned institutions like Cornell University and NYU, the state fosters cutting-edge research and provides access to a highly skilled talent pool. Cities like New York City and Rochester serve as innovation hubs, with NYC leading in industries like finance, technology, and media, while upstate regions focus on advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and biotechnology. These diverse industries create fertile ground for entrepreneurs to bring their ideas to life. Access to funding is a significant advantage for startups in New York. The state hosts a vast network of venture capital firms, angel investors, and government-backed programs, such as the NY Ventures Fund, which supports early-stage businesses. Additionally, New York's collaborative startup ecosystem includes coworking spaces, accelerators, and mentorship programs, fostering connections and enabling entrepreneurs to scale their businesses effectively.

New York founders in numbers

Welcome to the vibrant entrepreneurship environment of New York, home to an impressive 1,425,000 entrepreneurs. Among them, 762 are active users of CoffeeSpace, a platform that fosters innovation and collaboration. The top three industries that dominate the entrepreneurial landscape in the region are AI, Generative Tech/AI, and SaaS. These industries are further powered by the strong presence of global companies such as Amazon, Google, and Accenture. The city's intellectual pool is enriched by the entrepreneurial talent that hails from top universities including New York University, Columbia University, and Stanford University. Join CoffeeSpace to connect, collaborate, and innovate in this dynamic ecosystem.

Age

The median age of CoffeeSpace founders in New York is 31, while the average is 33.26.

Type of founder

A majority (59%) of CoffeeSpace founders in New York are non-technical (Product, S/M, Financial, Operations), while (41%) are technical (Engineering, AI/ML).

Idea Stage

A majority (54%) of CoffeeSpace founders in New York, are exploring startup ideas, while 46% are committed to finding a cofounder.

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