Selfish, Strong and Buffalo Built

Join us at Nichols School for an inspiring evening celebrating the power of storytelling, entrepreneurship, and community.

The event features a candid live interview with author and Faherty cofounder Kerry Docherty ‘01, hosted by 43North President Colleen E. Heidinger ‘02. Together, they will dive into Kerry’s new memoir, Selfish: Unlearning, Reclaiming, and Telling the Truth, alongside lessons on creative leadership, building purpose-driven brands, and staying connected to WNY roots.

Following the conversation, stay for a post-interview reception, author meet-and-greet, and book signing.

Featured Alumni:
Kerry Docherty ‘01
Kerry Docherty grew up in Buffalo, NY, and graduated from Nichols Middle and High School. She cofounded the sustainable apparel brand Faherty alongside her husband and his twin brother. A graduate of Yale University and Pepperdine Law School, Kerry is deeply passionate about using creativity and community to cultivate joy.

She is the author of the children’s book Somewhere, Right Now (illustrated by New York Times bestselling artist Suzie Mason) and her debut memoir, Selfish: Unlearning, Reclaiming, and Telling the Truth. Kerry lives on the New Jersey shore with her husband and two children, where she is constantly looking for sea glass.

Colleen Heidinger ‘02
Raised in Buffalo’s First Ward, Colleen Heidinger attended Nichols School before studying entrepreneurship at Babson College. She serves as President of 43North, the world’s largest startup competition, where she has spent twelve years helping entrepreneurs build high-impact companies and strengthening Western New York’s innovation ecosystem. In January 2027, she will step into the role of CEO for the 43North Foundation.

Colleen is also the owner and instructor at Space on Seneca, a yoga studio in Buffalo’s Larkinville neighborhood housed in a restored 1908 building she renovated alongside her father. She lives in the City of Buffalo, constantly seeking new ways to help her hometown thrive.