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
Event Calendar
2026 Legislative Luncheon
11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
This annual gathering is a members-only opportunity to engage directly with state lawmakers on the most important issues that will shape the 2026 New York State Budget.
Industry Leaders Forum - Manufacturing
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leaders Forum - Manufacturing Tuesday, March 3rd. 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.
2026 Policy Perspective: City of Buffalo Budget
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
The BNP welcomes new Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan for an in-depth look at the City's budget. As his administration moves into City Hall, the City faces a $50 million deficit. Join us to learn how we got here, what budgetary changes may be coming, and what it wi
POSTPONED - 2026 CEOs Speak
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
CEOs Speak is the only place in Buffalo Niagara where you can hear the results of the Upstate New York Business Leader Survey conducted annually by Siena College Research Institute in partnership with the Business Council of New York State. ...
2026 Heard on the Hill
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Congressman Tim Kennedy will join BNP members in-person for a guided conversation focused on his work in Congress.
2026 BNPYP - CEOs & Slices
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
CEO & Slices is a new lunchtime event series designed to bring Buffalo Niagara’s emerging leaders face-to-face with regional CEOs in a relaxed, fireside-chat setting.
Industry Leaders Forum - Transportation
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leaders Forum - Transportation & Logistics Tuesday, March 31st 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.
2026 LinkUp
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
An immersive tasting experience showcasing locally produced spirits. Attendees will connect with fellow BNP members while celebrating Western New York’s growing craft distilling community.
Industry Leaders Forum - Hospitality & Tourism
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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 ...
Recruit and Retain: Talent & Inclusion for Future-Ready Organizations
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
As workforce dynamics continue to evolve, employers must adopt smarter, more inclusive strategies to attract, engage, and retain talent. BNP Recruit and Retain: Talent & Inclusion for Future-Ready Organizations is a half-day professional development progra
2026 Small Business Bootcamp
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The BNP Small Business Bootcamp is a half-day, hands-on educational program designed to equip early-stage and growing businesses with practical, actionable insights across key operational areas. The program will focus on core functions essential to small b
Industry Leaders Forum - Healthcare & Human Services
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leaders Forum - Healthcare & Human Services Wednesday, May 27th 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 ...
2026 BNP Forward
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
An immersive half-day experience designed to equip emerging professionals with the skills, connections, and civic perspective needed to lead in Buffalo Niagara’s business community.
Industry Leaders Forum - Higher Education
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leaders Forum - Higher Education Wednesday, June 10th 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.
Industry Leaders Forum - Happy Hour
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Industry Leaders Forum - Happy Hour Thursday, July 23rd Location: TBD Agenda 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
2026 LinkUp - Fall
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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.
Industry Leaders Forum - Energy & Telecommunications
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leaders Forum - Energy & Telecommunications Wednesday, September 16th 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 ...
Industry Leaders Forum - Finance & Insurance
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Industry Leaders Forum - Finance & Insurance Wednesday, September 30th 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 ...
Industry Leaders Forum - Economic Development Summit
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The BNP’s annual Industry Leaders Forum (ILF) calendar culminates with the October 14 Economic Development Summit.
Signature Events:
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).
Learn more here
From the blog
Buffalo Niagara Partnership releases 2023-2024 Annual Report
The Buffalo Niagara Partnership held its Annual Report to Members on Nov. 14 at Statler Buffalo, highlighting its mission and recent achievements.
How to Cash In on Connections: The Untapped Power of BNP Networking
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a seasoned executive, or a budding professional, networking plays a pivotal role in your career growth. At the BNP, we understand the significance of forging meaningful connections, which is why we’re excited to share the numerous benefits of networking with our members.
2023 DEI Symposium: Meet Beth Sullivan, Panelist
The BNP is pleased to welcome Beth Sullivan, MBA, PHR, SHRM-CP, Director of Human Resources at United Way of Buffalo & Erie County, as a panelist for the 2023 DEI Symposium. We will be helping you get to know each presenter, panelist, and moderator in the weeks ahead, leading up to the June 1st event.
2023 DEI Symposium: Meet Mauricio C. Diaz, Speaker
The BNP is pleased to welcome Mauricio C. Diaz, Program Director, Buffalo Procurement Initiative as a Speaker at our 2023 DEI Symposium. We will be helping you get to know each presenter, panelist, and moderator in the weeks ahead, leading up to the June 1st event.