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
2024 YP Connect Expo
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 (5:30 PM - 7:30 PM) (EDT)
Description
Grab your business cards, bring a friend, and prepare to mix and mingle with the region’s young professionals on October 16th.
You'll have a chance to meet representatives from many of the professional development groups that are listed in our 2024-25 YP Connect Guide.
Consider this your IRL moment to explore the many opportunities available for young professionals to plug into our region and forge deep connections. Throughout the evening, you’ll have the chance to learn more about these groups, boards and programs while making meaningful one-on-one connections.
Connecting with a development group can help you get involved in your community, build your circle of influence, and advance your career. The YP Connect Expo is designed to help you explore areas of interest, chat with groups that can aid in your professional development, and, of course, network!
Date: Wednesday, October 16
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Foundry, 1738 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14207
Tickets: Free Event (Cash Bar)
Thank you to our sponsor:
Tickets: Free Event
1738 Elmwood Ave.
Buffalo, NY 14207 United States
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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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