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.
BNP Economic Champions
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM) (EST)
Description
BNP Economic Champions
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This is where the region's best success stories come to life – and you're invited.
You've shared your wins. Now it's time to raise a glass, celebrate your successes and the peers shaping Buffalo Niagara's future alongside you.
Join us for a signature happy hour celebration from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at The Admiral Room (237 Main St., Buffalo, 14203) to honor the Buffalo Niagara Partnership's 2025 Economic Champions, presented by KeyBank.
Together, we'll recognize this year's Economic Champions, celebrate the Business of the Year, and toast Western New York's top leaders, change makers and innovators that are driving Buffalo Niagara's economy forward.
Work downtown? Take the NFTA metro rail to the Seneca Street station for easy access to the event without the hassle of parking.
Event highlights
- Awarding of Economic Champion certificates, courtesy of visionary sponsor NFTA
- Ongoing presentation spotlighting each 2025 Economic Champion
- Presentation of the 2025 Business of the Year award to Moog Inc.
- Keynote speaker from presenting sponsor KeyBank
- Food and drink options from The Admiral Room
- Smile Zone powered by Amazon, with 360-degree photo booth by Pioneer Experience
- Wegmans Fresh Connections station
Members-only early bird pricing – extended through Nov. 11!
- Bundle of 10 tickets: $1150
- Bundle of 5 tickets: $600
Individual tickets: $125
There's still time to share your wins and join the celebration! In 2025, if your organization has reached a significant milestone or achievement, than it is eligible to become an Economic Champion. Click here to fill out the short submission form →.
Pinnacle Partner Presenting Sponsor 
Visionary Sponsor
Amazon Smile Booth Sponsor Wegmans Fresh Connections Sponsor
Media Sponsor:
Corporate Sponsors:
Erie County Industrial Development Agency
Great Lakes Building Systems, Inc.
Lumsden & McCormick, LLP
237 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14203 United States
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