BNP: Staff

Manager, SMART I-Corridor External Affairs

Manager, Business Intelligence

Supports the Buffalo Niagara Partnership and its members by ensuring that the organization's data is accurate and current, utilizing various data sources to help the BNP make smart, data-based decisions.

Manager, Events & Programs

In my role, I create, coordinate, and manage events and programs both virtually and in-person. I embrace the challenges of transitioning from event concept to execution.

Manager, Member Engagement

As Manager of Member Engagement, I seek to collaborate with businesses and devise appropriate strategies for growth using our in-depth programs, services and regional connections. Through strong relationships, we will assist businesses with local and regional issues,  talent deficits and development goals for now and the future.

Manager of Talent Programs

As Manager of Talent Programs, I coordinate our leadership and executive development programs as well as our young professional's membership and associated events. I also assist with workforce development for youth employment initiatives.

Marketing Coordinator

Focused on advancing the Buffalo Niagara Partnership and its members by spearheading strategic marketing initiatives. She focuses on enhancing brand and program visibility, creating engaging content, and supporting organizational growth. 

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Executive Assistant

As Executive Assistant to Grant Loomis, Senior Vice President, my role is to support the BNP team responsible for planning and executing the organization’s programs, initiatives, and events.

Sr. Coordinator Events & Administration

As the Senior Coordinator, Events & Administration, I handle all BNP event registration and provide support to our Marketing & Events team.

Chief Operating Officer

As Chief Operating Officer, I am responsible for developing and advancing the BNP’s economic development, workforce, and government relations initiatives. With government experience at the federal, state and local level, I work to ensure government leaders and decision-makers know what is important to our members, and the policies we need to grow private sector investment and economic opportunity in Buffalo Niagara.

Marketing Director

Supports the Buffalo Niagara Partnership and its members by leading the development and execution of strategic marketing initiatives to enhance brand and program visibility, drive engagement, and support organizational growth. 

Director, Economic Development

I help our members increase their competitiveness and ability to thrive in the local, national and international economy.

Interim Director of Industry Partnerships

In this role, I work with employers and workforce training providers as part of the NY SMART I-Corridor Tech Hub to tackle workforce development opportunities in the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sector, address barriers to employment, and highlight proven recruitment and retention strategies.

Executive Assistant

As Executive Assistant to Dottie Gallagher, President & CEO, my role is to support the Senior Leadership Team. My focus is to work with all team members to engage them in the BNP's values every day.

Director of Government Affairs

I communicate with members about local, state, and federal legislation.

Manager, Member Engagement

In my capacity as Manager of Member Engagement, my aim is to partner with businesses to develop tailored growth strategies through our comprehensive programs, services, and regional networks.