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 LinkUp - Fall
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
The 2026 BNP LinkUp Networking Series is a member-exclusive collection of curated networking experiences designed to bring together professionals from across Buffalo Niagara’s business community. Purposeful by design and relationship-driven by nature, LinkUp creates space for meaningful connections to form organically in engaging, welcoming environments.
Wing It - A Buffalo Wing & Craft Beer Pairing Event
A signature Buffalo-style networking event featuring curated wing and craft beer pairings. Designed to encourage conversation and connection, this relaxed social gathering highlights one of the region’s most iconic food traditions.
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
4:00–6:00 PM
BNP @ the Cobblestone
79 Perry St., Ste. 200
Buffalo, NY 14203
Free to members of the BNP; includes 1 drink ticket (beer, wine or soda/water) and complimentary appetizers
Who Should Attend
LinkUp is designed for BNP member professionals, including business leaders, executives, and emerging leaders seeking authentic, peer-to-peer connections and relationship-based engagement.
Free Event for BNP Members
79 Perry Street, Suite 200
Buffalo, NY 14203 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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