Boulder’s Kickfurther wins $500,000 in startup competition

BOULDER — Kickfurther, an inventory crowdfunding platform, won $500,000 in the fifth annual 43North competition in Buffalo, N.Y.

43North is a $5 million startup competition for entrepreneurs and startups around the world. SparkChange, of Syracuse, won the $1 million grand prize. All eight finalists receive cash prizes, a year of free incubator space in Buffalo and guidance from mentors.

“The 43North competition has made Buffalo a top destination for some of the best and brightest entrepreneurs across the globe,” New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said in a prepared statement. “I am proud…