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BNP: Staff

Evan Barrick

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Manager, Business Intelligence

Supports the Buffalo Niagara Partnership and its members by ensuring that the organization's data is accurate and current, utilizing various data sources to help the BNP make smart, data-based decisions.

Michelle Braswell

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Manager, Events & Programs

In my role, I create, coordinate, and manage events and programs both virtually and in-person. I embrace the challenges of transitioning from event concept to execution.

Ann Brooker

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Manager, Member Engagement

As Manager of Member Engagement, I seek to collaborate with businesses and devise appropriate strategies for growth using our in-depth programs, services and regional connections. Through strong relationships, we will assist businesses with local and regional issues,  talent deficits and development goals for now and the future.

Lauren Campise

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Manager of Talent Programs

As Manager of Talent Programs, I coordinate our leadership and executive development programs as well as our young professional's membership and associated events. I also assist with workforce development for youth employment initiatives.

Jessica Dolly

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Marketing Coordinator

Focused on advancing the Buffalo Niagara Partnership and its members by spearheading strategic marketing initiatives. She focuses on enhancing brand and program visibility, creating engaging content, and supporting organizational growth. 

Dottie Gallagher

Buffalo Niagara Partnership
President & CEO

Alexandra Gerspach

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Executive Assistant

As Executive Assistant to Grant Loomis, Senior Vice President, my role is to support the BNP team responsible for planning and executing the organization’s programs, initiatives, and events.

Charlene Janiga

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Sr. Coordinator Events & Administration

As the Senior Coordinator, Events & Administration, I handle all BNP event registration and provide support to our Marketing & Events team.

Grant Loomis

Buffalo Niagara Partnership
Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer

As Chief Operating Officer, I am responsible for developing and advancing the BNP’s economic development, workforce, and government relations initiatives. With government experience at the federal, state and local level, I work to ensure government leaders and decision-makers know what is important to our members, and the policies we need to grow private sector investment and economic opportunity in Buffalo Niagara.

Sarah Olivet

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Marketing Director

Supports the Buffalo Niagara Partnership and its members by leading the development and execution of strategic marketing initiatives to enhance brand and program visibility, drive engagement, and support organizational growth. 

Seth Piccirillo

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Director, Economic Development

I help our members increase their competitiveness and ability to thrive in the local, national and international economy.

Arcadea Scott

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

VP, Sales and Marketing

As Vice President of Sales and Marketing, I am responsible for crafting innovative strategies that drive engagement, revenue, and community impact. My focus is on fostering business growth, strengthening partnerships, and positioning the chamber as a catalyst for regional economic development in Buffalo Niagara.

Laura Smith

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Interim Director of Industry Partnerships

In this role, I work with employers and workforce training providers as part of the NY SMART I-Corridor Tech Hub to tackle workforce development opportunities in the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing sector, address barriers to employment, and highlight proven recruitment and retention strategies.

Kathleen Sullivan

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Executive Assistant

As Executive Assistant to Dottie Gallagher, President & CEO, my role is to support the Senior Leadership Team. My focus is to work with all team members to engage them in the BNP's values every day.

Josh Veronica

Buffalo Niagara Partnership

Director of Government Affairs

I communicate with members about local, state, and federal legislation.

Cassidy Wirth

Buffalo Niagara Partnership
Manager, Member Engagement

Manager, Member Engagement

In my capacity as Manager of Member Engagement, my aim is to partner with businesses to develop tailored growth strategies through our comprehensive programs, services, and regional networks.

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