ACV Auctions has reportedly filed paperwork that will lead to an initial purchase offer. In October, ACV Auctions closed on $55 million in venture capital, as reported by Business First. It has raised an estimated $350 million in private funding since its founding in 2014.
Fowler's Chocolates Inc., has acquired Cheektowaga-based Wahl's Candies Inc. Business First reporting that terms of the deal were not publicly disclosed. However, documents filed with the Erie County Clerk note Fowler's paid $967,500 for Wahl's retail store and production center at 130 Losson Road.
BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York Blue Fund has announced $575,000 in grants to support several major health-based projects across Western New York, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to have a profound impact on non-profit organizations. BlueCross BlueShield Blue Fund has invested $1.7 million into the community in 2020.
Buffalo-based startup company HELIXintel has announced two key team members, President and Cofounder Dr. Michael Mainier and Director of Customer Success Brian Straka.



