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
Industry Leaders Forum - Hospitality & Tourism
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) (EDT)
Description
BNP Industry Leaders Forum: Hospitality & Tourism
Join the Buffalo Niagara Partnership for an engaging Industry Leaders Forum focused on the future of hospitality and tourism in our region.
We are pleased to welcome Karen Fashana, Vice President of Marketing at Visit Buffalo Niagara, as our featured speaker. Karen will share insights into Visit Buffalo Niagara’s 2025 branding initiative, “That’s Buffalo For You,” an ambitious campaign designed to reshape how the nation perceives Buffalo. From the city’s thriving food scene to transformative waterfront redevelopment, this effort highlights the energy, authenticity, and momentum defining Buffalo today.
This forum offers a valuable opportunity for industry professionals to connect, exchange ideas, and gain perspective on the trends shaping our region’s visitor economy.
Industry Leaders Forum - Hospitality & Tourism
Wednesday, April 22nd
8:00 am - 10:00 am
Buffalo Niagara Partnership
79 Perry St., Ste. 200
Buffalo, NY 14203
Please join us for a networking session starting at 8 am.
Agenda
8:00 am - 8:30 am - Networking & Registration
8:30 am - 10:00 am - Program
Start your morning by building connections with fellow leaders across the hospitality and tourism sectors, then take your seat at the table for a timely and insightful discussion.
Please note: The Industry Leaders Forum is a Buffalo Niagara Partnership member-only benefit for applicable companies.
For more information, please contact Seth Piccirillo, Director of Economic Development, at spiccirillo@thepartnership.org.
The ILF is a BNP member-only benefit for applicable companies. Interested in learning more about ILF membership? Seth Piccirillo, Director of Economic Development, at spiccirillo@thepartnership.org
79 Perry St. Ste. 200
Buffalo, NY 14203 United States
Agenda
8:00 am - 8:30 am - Networking & Registration
8:30 am - 10:00 am - Program
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).