As the largest regional chamber of commerce in WNY, we bring approximately 4,500 people together each year via an unprecedented number of events, meetings, and workshops. Designed to facilitate networking opportunities, encourage business development, support professional development, and drive business advocacy, there is a BNP event for every member of your organization.Â
Event Calendar
2024 LinkUp
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
4th event in the series - LinkUp the brand new networking event by the Buffalo Niagara Partnership! Get ready to experience informal yet interactive events that are all about fostering connections among professionals from diverse industries. At ...
2024 CEOs Speak
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
CEOs Speak is the only place in Buffalo Niagara where you can hear the results of the 16th Annual Upstate New York Business Leader Survey conducted by Siena College Research Institute, in partnership with The Business Council of New York ...
2024 Industry Leader Forum - Energy & Telecommunications
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leader Forum - Energy & Telecommunications
2024 BN360: Culture & Connections
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
BN360 Is taking over the West Side Bazaar! Come network and immerse yourself in the culture of food that the West Side Bazaar has to offer.
2024 Industry Leader Forum - Transportation & Logistics
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leader Forum - Transportation & Logistics
2024 BN360: How to Avoid Procrastination & Overwhelm
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
How to Avoid Procrastination & Overwhelm. We all lack motivation and focus sometimes. Many of us believe we must improve our mindset or we're lazy, but these emotional states have deeper meanings behind them. We'll discuss the WHY behind these tact
2024 Industry Leader Forum - Healthcare & Human Services
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leader Forum - Healthcare & Human Services
2024 BN360 & Peaceprints: Good Neighbors Project #2
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
2024 BN360 & Peaceprints: Good Neighbors Project #2 As a part of BN360 we will be partnering with a different local non-profit every year to help create a culture of philanthropy and continue to spread the word that Buffalo is the City of Good Neighbors
2024 DEI Symposium
8:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Our 7th Annual DEI Symposium will be held on June 13 at The Atrium at Rich’s – returning to in-person for the first time since 2019! This half-day event will bring employers and DEI professionals together as we unveil the results of the 2024 Employing DEI
2024 Open House
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us and meet BNP members from a wide variety of businesses, industries and professional services. Take this opportunity to expand your network and discover businesses in Buffalo Niagara as well as informing others about who you are ...
BN360 & University School of Management Present: Build Your Personal Brand in the Digital Age
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
What we be discussed:  Innovative Use Cases: Uncover how integrating ChatGPT into your leadership toolkit can transform decision-making processes, enhance team productivity, and foster a culture of innovation. Cost-Saving Features and ...
2024 Industry Leader Forum - Finance & Insurance
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leader Forum - Finance & Insurance
2024 Industry Leader Forum - Small Business
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leader Forum - Â Small Business
2024 Industry Leader Forum - Economic Development Summit
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leader Forum - Â Economic Development Summit
Signature Events:
SHRM Credits
The Buffalo Niagara Partnership has officially been named an authorized Recertification Provider by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). With this certification, participants in our qualified educational trainings and other HR-related programming will now have the opportunity to receive Professional Development Credits (PDCs).
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From the blog
How to Cash In on Connections: The Untapped Power of BNP Networking
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a seasoned executive, or a budding professional, networking plays a pivotal role in your career growth. At the BNP, we understand the significance of forging meaningful connections, which is why we’re excited to share the numerous benefits of networking with our members.
2023 DEI Symposium: Meet Beth Sullivan, Panelist
The BNP is pleased to welcome Beth Sullivan, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP, Director of Human Resources at United Way of Buffalo & Erie County, as a panelist for the 2023 DEI Symposium. We will be helping you get to know each presenter, panelist, and moderator in the weeks ahead, leading up to the June 1st event.
2023 DEI Symposium: Meet Mauricio C. Diaz, Speaker
The BNP is pleased to welcome Mauricio C. Diaz, Program Director, Buffalo Procurement Initiative as a Speaker at our 2023 DEI Symposium. We will be helping you get to know each presenter, panelist, and moderator in the weeks ahead, leading up to the June 1st event.
2023 DEI Symposium: Meet Barbara Strother, Panelist
The BNP is pleased to welcome Barbara Strother, Corporate Recruiting Manager, Aleron, as a panelist at our 2023 DEI Symposium. We will be helping you get to know each presenter, panelist, and moderator in the weeks ahead, leading up to the June 1st event.