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Buffalo is a city with many facets.
There's a mix of blue-collar and white-collar professions available, and our unemployment rate is below both the New York State and national averages. Buffalonians unite with a common purpose to cheer on our sport teams and enjoy our culinary scene.
Buffalo has a rich history. It was the first area to benefit from hydroelectric power harnessed by nearby Niagara Falls; enduring traditions, such as Dyngus Day, an annual post-Lenten bash; and a strong arts/cultural community, featuring one of the world's most recognized contemporary art museums, the Albright-Knox Art Gallery.
"...the average commuter in Buffalo spends 19 minutes a day getting to work, lowest among 50 major U.S. urban centers."
We're proud to be from Buffalo, and we made a conscious decision to locate and keep Synacor's headquarters here. One thing every Buffalonian can agree on is this: There's no where else we'd rather be.
Buffalo was nick-named the "20-minute city" because most points of interest in the region are only about 20 minutes apart. In fact, the average commuter in Buffalo spends 19 minutes a day getting to work, lowest among 50 major U.S. urban centers. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau)
Buffalo is all about neighborhoods. The Elmwood Village neighborhood, for instance, was named one of America's 10 Great Neighborhoods (Source: American Planning Association), and is considered by many to be the heart and cultural soul of Buffalo, with great art, food, and a multitude of cultural options. Bound by the world famous Albright-Knox Art Gallery and the Buffalo State College campus to the north—plus, the historic Allentown neighborhood to the south—the Elmwood Village community guarantees residents and visitors a diverse and unique experience.
You don't have to take our word for it. Here is a video about just one of the neighborhoods where our employees choose to live, as well as a video showcasing the great things Buffalo has to offer.
The arts are alive in Buffalo, with a thriving performing and visual arts community. The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and myriad professional theater companies provide quality cultural entertainment. The Burchfield-Penney Art Center is a hub for regional art, both contemporary and historical, not to mention a wide variety of locally owned galleries and shops. These cultural destinations are why American Style Magazine named Buffalo the number one arts destination among mid-sized cities.
Sports teams have a long history in the hearts and minds of Buffalonians. The NFL's Buffalo Bills, the Buffalo Sabres (NHL), and Triple A baseball team, the Buffalo Bisons provide year-round opportunities for interested parties to cheer, root or commiserate, as the case may be.
Then there is the physical appeal. Buffalo, one of whose nicknames is "City of Trees," is located on the shores of Lake Erie and the Niagara River, on the northwestern border of New York State. The area's proximity to Lake Erie provides many great recreational opportunities.
And the waterfront area, where Synacor's headquarters is located, has become a symbol for the new direction the city is taking. There has been a resurgence in waterfront development over the past few years, including new biking/hiking trails, a visitor's center, and much more! Niagara Falls, one of the country's most beloved natural wonders, is a short drive from the city.
Buffalo and Western New Yorkers celebrate a true four seasons of weather. Buffalo has the sunniest and driest summers of any major city in the Northeast. And Buffalo has more days above 75 degrees than days of snow that cover the ground. (Source: National Weather Service) Fall is a spectacular time of year, with warm days highlighting the changing foliage and cool nights. And spring features a gradual warm-up to Buffalo's fast-paced, event-filled summers.
Education is another strong point. Buffalo has a wealth of private and parochial schools, with learning approaches ranging from traditional to progressive. The region also boasts several charter schools, which operate free of regulations that apply to traditional schools. Each school's "charter" serves as a performance contract outlining its mission, programs, goals and methods of assessment.
Once you see Buffalo, you'll know why we wouldn't want to live anywhere else!
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