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.
The NY SMART I-Corridor Opportunity Exchange
Monday, December 8, 2025 (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM) (EST)
Description
Join us for an afternoon connecting leaders in manufacturing and technology to explore opportunities across the federally designated Tech Hub driving America’s semiconductor future in Upstate New York.
- Micron:Project updates on the Clay, NY facility
- Presented by Joe Nehme, Senior Manager of External Affairs
- Edwards Vacuum:Procurement needs and plans for the Genesee County facility
- Presented by Dan Papsidero, General Manager
- APEX Accelerators:Guidance on navigating government contracting and supplier opportunities
- Presented by Anna Vulaj, Program Director
- Prepare for expansion or entry into the semiconductor supply chain
- Leverage the region’s research assets to develop new technologies
- Access workforce development resources across the corridor
WHERE: BNP @ the cobblestone (79 Perry St., Floor 2, Buffalo, NY 14203)
TICKETS: Free
Thank you to our Sponsors:
Title Sponsor
Supporting Sponsor
79 Perry St.
Buffalo, NY 14203 United States
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SHRM Credits
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