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2026 Industry Leaders Forum - Hospitality & Tourism

April 22, 2026 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (EDT)

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BNP Industry Leaders Forum: Hospitality & Tourism

Join the Buffalo Niagara Partnership for an engaging Industry Leaders Forum focused on the future of hospitality and tourism in our region.

We are pleased to welcome Karen Fashana, Vice President of Marketing at Visit Buffalo, as our featured speaker. Karen will share insights into Visit Buffalo’s 2025 branding initiative, “That’s Buffalo For You,” an ambitious campaign designed to reshape how the nation perceives Buffalo. From the city’s thriving food scene to transformative waterfront redevelopment, this effort highlights the energy, authenticity, and momentum defining Buffalo today.

This forum offers a valuable opportunity for industry professionals to connect, exchange ideas, and gain perspective on the trends shaping our region’s visitor economy.


Industry Leaders Forum - Hospitality & Tourism
Wednesday, April 22nd
8:00 am - 10:00 am

Buffalo Niagara Partnership
79 Perry St., Ste. 200
Buffalo, NY 14203

Please join us for a networking session starting at 8 am.

Agenda
8:00 am - 8:30 am - Networking & Registration
8:30 am - 10:00 am - Program


Start your morning by building connections with fellow leaders across the hospitality and tourism sectors, then take your seat at the table for a timely and insightful discussion.

Please note: The Industry Leaders Forum is a Buffalo Niagara Partnership member-only benefit for applicable companies.

For more information, please contact Seth Piccirillo, Director of Economic Development, at spiccirillo@thepartnership.org.



 

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Agenda
8:00 am - 8:30 am - Networking & Registration
8:30 am - 10:00 am - Program

Contact Information

Buffalo Niagara Partnership
Name: Seth Piccirillo
Phone: (716) 541-1716
Email: spiccirillo@thepartnership.org
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