2026 BNP Economic Champions

This is where the region’s best success stories come to life and you’re invited.

It’s time to raise a glass and celebrate the companies, leaders and success stories moving Buffalo Niagara forward.

Every business milestone represents investment, innovation and perseverance — and those achievements deserve to be recognized.

Join the Buffalo Niagara Partnership for a signature happy hour celebration from 4:00–6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 17, at The Powerhouse, 140 Lee Street, Buffalo, NY 14210, as we recognize the 2026 BNP Economic Champions and present the 2026 BNP Business of the Year.

Together, we’ll recognize this year’s Economic Champions, celebrate the Business of the Year and raise a glass to the businesses, leaders, changemakers and innovators driving Buffalo Niagara’s economy forward.

Be Recognized as a 2026 Economic Champion

Did your organization have something to celebrate in 2026? We want to hear about it.

Please click HERE to complete a brief, two-minute form highlighting your organization’s significant milestone or achievement from the past year. Selected organizations will be recognized as 2026 BNP Economic Champions and celebrated at the November 17 event.

Event Highlights

• Recognition and presentation of 2026 Economic Champion certificates
• An ongoing showcase highlighting the achievements of each 2026 Economic Champion
• Presentation of the 2026 BNP Business of the Year
• Networking with leaders from across the Buffalo Niagara business community
• Food and beverage offerings from The Powerhouse

Come celebrate the businesses making moves, reaching milestones and building the future of Buffalo Niagara.

Member pricing 

• 10-pack: $1150
•  5-Pack: $600
• Individual: $125

Non-Member pricing

• 10-pack: $1650
•  5-Pack: $850
• Individual: $175