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
Industry Leaders Forum - Economic Development Summit
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Buffalo Niagara Partnership’s 2026 Industry Leaders Forum (ILF) calendar culminates with the fourth annual Economic Development Summit on October 14 at Buffalo RiverWorks. Bringing together leaders from across Buffalo Niagara’s key industries, the Eco
2026 Open House
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join us at BNP @ the cobblestone for our Fall Open House – a morning dedicated to connection, collaboration and community.
2026 Heard on the Hill
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
The Buffalo Niagara Partnership will host a conversation with Congresswoman Claudia Tenney focused on what is currently happening on Capitol Hill and how federal policy developments are affecting employers and communities across the Buffalo Niagara region.
Building a Fast-Growing Company: A Workshop with John Mautner
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
What opportunities are waiting to be uncovered inside your business? This hands-on breakfast workshop with John Mautner, entrepreneur, author and profit growth expert, will share lessons from his experience building one of America’s 500 fastest-growing com
Free Webinar: Lessons in entrepreneurship and business ownership
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Businesses that leave a lasting legacy are built by leaders who can adapt to solve problems and create opportunities for growth. This free virtual webinar brings together business leaders and aspiring entrepreneurs for an exclusive conversation about what
2026 BNP Economic Champions
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
This is where the region’s best success stories come to life and you’re invited. It’s time to raise a glass and celebrate the companies, leaders and success stories moving Buffalo Niagara forward.
Can-Am Connect
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The Buffalo Niagara region has long served as one of North America's most important international trade gateways. Home to one of the busiest commercial border crossings between the United States and Canada, our bi-national region encompasses more than 8 mi
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).