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.
2026 BNPYP - CEOs & Slices
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
CEOs & Slices is a new lunchtime event series exclusively for BNP Young Professionals, designed to bring Buffalo Niagara’s emerging leaders face-to-face with regional CEOs in a relaxed, fireside-chat setting.
The featured CEO for March 10 is Gary Siddall, President & CEO of the Buffalo Museum of Science and Tifft Nature Preserve.
Gary joined the Buffalo Society of Natural Sciences in February 2024, bringing decades of nonprofit leadership experience – including his previous role as Executive Director of the Aquarium of Niagara. A former marine mammal trainer with deep expertise in animal behavior, Gary offers a unique perspective on leadership, mission-driven organizations, and building impactful teams.
Hosted at noon at the Buffalo Niagara Partnership, these casual sessions create space for honest conversation, career insight, and informal mentoring — all over a slice (or two). Young professionals will have the opportunity to engage directly with business leaders, ask questions, and gain perspective on leadership, growth, and navigating professional journeys in our region.
Event details
Date: Tuesday, March 10
Time: Noon-1 p.m.
Location: BNP @ the cobblestone (79 Perry St., Suite 200, Buffalo, 14203)
Cost: Free
Note: This is a BNP YP members-only event
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79 Perry St. Suite 200
Buffalo, NY 14203 United States
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