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Industry Leaders Forum Development & Construction group discussion

What’s next for Downtown Buffalo? Construction, development leaders share their perspective

By communications@thepartnership.org | Feb 3, 2026 | Comments Off on What’s next for Downtown Buffalo? Construction, development leaders share their perspective

More than 50 senior leaders from across the development, construction, finance and professional services sectors kicked off the 2026 Industry Leaders Forum with a candid, peer-level discussion about policy tools, incentives and investment that can shape the city’s economic future.

Spectrum In Focus Grant Loomis interview

In the news: COO Grant Loomis discusses proposed 2026 New York State fiscal budget

By communications@thepartnership.org | Feb 2, 2026 | Comments Off on In the news: COO Grant Loomis discusses proposed 2026 New York State fiscal budget

Buffalo Niagara Partnership COO Grant Loomis joined Spectrum News 1 “In Focus” to spotlight how New York State’s proposed 2027 fiscal budget will have a significant impact on Western New York employers. Watch the full interview.

Chelsea McCann Staff Spotlight

7 questions with Chelsea McCann, Director of Workforce Innovation

By communications@thepartnership.org | Jan 21, 2026 | Comments Off on 7 questions with Chelsea McCann, Director of Workforce Innovation

As the BNP’s new Director of Workforce Innovation, Chelsea McCann partners with employers and workforce training organizations to strengthen the talent pipeline in the NY SMART I-Corridor and semiconductor ecosystem. Get to know Chelsea in this Staff Spotlight.

2026 Advocacy Agenda

Buffalo Niagara Partnership unveils 2026 Advocacy Agenda

By communications@thepartnership.org | Jan 13, 2026 | Comments Off on Buffalo Niagara Partnership unveils 2026 Advocacy Agenda

The BNP shared its 2026 federal, state and local policy priorities to a room of more than 250 business and government leaders at its signature Advocacy Agenda Rollout & Public Officials Reception on Jan. 8.

2026 Preview graphic

Preview: How the BNP is advocating for employers in 2026

By communications@thepartnership.org | Jan 8, 2026 | Comments Off on Preview: How the BNP is advocating for employers in 2026

As employers across Buffalo Niagara look ahead to 2026, the BNP is focused on delivering to its members what matters most: policy advocacy, convening opportunities, tailored talent development programs, timely learning opportunities and more.

Lou Hall Staff Spotlight

7 questions with Lou Hall, Manager of Industry Partnerships

By communications@thepartnership.org | Jan 7, 2026 | Comments Off on 7 questions with Lou Hall, Manager of Industry Partnerships

As the BNP’s new Manager of Industry Partnerships, Lou Hall works directly with employers in advanced manufacturing and construction to identify talent challenges and opportunities within the NY SMART I-Corridor. Get to know Lou in this Staff Spotlight.

BNP CEO Dottie Gallagher

CEO Dottie Gallagher recognized on 2025 Upstate Power 100

By communications@thepartnership.org | Dec 23, 2025 | Comments Off on CEO Dottie Gallagher recognized on 2025 Upstate Power 100

Blog Back to Our Blog Blog Categories Buffalo Niagara Partnership CEO Dottie Gallagher was named to the 2025 Upstate Power 100. This recognition from City & State New York reflects a strong year for Upstate New York and the leaders moving our region forward. “Dottie Gallagher has been focused on building the Buffalo economy for…

2025 Year in Review graphic

2025 Year in Review: Rallying the Buffalo Niagara region

By communications@thepartnership.org | Dec 17, 2025 | Comments Off on 2025 Year in Review: Rallying the Buffalo Niagara region

From expanding talent development initiatives to celebrating regional leadership, and advancing employer-focused policy, the past 12 months have been full of exciting moments for the Buffalo Niagara Partnership, our members and our partners. Here’s a look at some of the milestones that shaped 2025.

Understanding New York State's Secure Choice Savings Program

How employers can plan for New York State’s Secure Choice Savings Program

By communications@thepartnership.org | Dec 12, 2025 | Comments Off on How employers can plan for New York State’s Secure Choice Savings Program

The BNP recently welcomed a knowledgeable panel of industry experts for an in-depth information session on how New York State’s new Secure Choice Savings Program will impact many private-sector employers in the years ahead.

APEX Accelerators photo

NY SMART I-Corridor Opportunity Exchange connects businesses to Upstate New York’s semiconductor ecosystem

By communications@thepartnership.org | Dec 11, 2025 | Comments Off on NY SMART I-Corridor Opportunity Exchange connects businesses to Upstate New York’s semiconductor ecosystem

The Buffalo Niagara Partnership brought together manufacturers, business leaders, educators and economic development partners from the NY SMART I-Corridor to explore how local companies can plug into the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing ecosystem.