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
2023 Capital Conversations: Erie County Executive Forum
Thursday, September 21, 2023 (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
2023 Capital Conversations: Erie County Executive Forum
Join us as the Buffalo Niagara Partnership hosts an Erie County Executive Candidate Forum on September 21. As the 2023 election season swings into full gear, hear from both incumbent Mark Poloncarz and challenger Chrissy Casilio as part of the BNP’s Capital Conversations series. Moderated by David Robinson, Buffalo Next Editor, The Buffalo News.
This is an exclusive opportunity for BNP members to hear where the candidates stand on the issues impacting taxpayers and employers in Buffalo Niagara.
The discussion will focus on Erie County’s budget, the region’s economy, and future economic challenges and opportunities for Buffalo Niagara.
This is an event you don’t want to miss. Register today.
Complimentary event for invited BNP Members
Considering membership? Contact Liz Benkovich, V.P. Member Engagement & Development Lbenkovich@thepartnership.org, 716.541.1759
Agenda
11:00 - 11:10 am - Registration
11:15 - 12:00 Noon - Mark Poloncarz
12:00 - 12:15 PM - Lunch Break - Box lunch provided
12:15 - 1:00 PM - Chrissy Casilio
Free Event for Buffalo Niagara Partnership Members
257 West Genesee St., Ste. 600
Buffalo, NY 14202 United States
Advocacy
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).
Learn more here
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