Ecomonic Development
Competing in a Changing Economy: The BNP Small Business Industry Leaders Forum
Small business owners are facing constant and complicated challenges, ranging from staffing shortages to rising costs. On May 18, the BNP convened the first Small Business Industry Leaders Forum (ILF) to explore shared strategies and to discuss how the sector can compete in a changing economy and shifting talent market.
Read MoreUnderstanding the Value of Visitors: The BNP Hospitality & Tourism Industry Leaders Forum
Building a positive visitor experience is a cornerstone of the Buffalo Niagara economy. Visitors to Western New York generated $2.7 billion in spending in 2021, according to an Oxford Economics Company report. Now more than ever, our hospitality and tourism sector is essential to the region’s success.
Read MoreCost of Health Care Inequity Is a Major Economic Drain on Regions
There’s a growing recognition that societal and socioeconomic factors affect the health of individuals. Known as Social Determinants of Health, these factors influence health outcomes, such as socioeconomic status, education, neighborhood and physical environment, employment, and access to health care. T
Read MoreNavigating the Road Ahead: The BNP Transportation & Logistics Industry Leaders Forum
Exploring the Need for Regional Transportation Network Improvements & Advancements in Global Logistics
Read MoreNavigating the Future of Healthcare: The BNP Healthcare & Human Services Industry Leaders Forum
How can Buffalo Niagara health and human service providers simultaneously navigate fiscal difficulties, changing regulations and talent challenges?
Read MoreSustaining Momentum While Rethinking the Model: The BNP Development & Construction Industry Leaders Forum
How can Buffalo Niagara developers and builders compete for tenants, talent and transformative projects while markets and regulations constantly change?
Read MoreInnovation and Optimization: The BNP Manufacturing Industry Leaders Forum
How can Buffalo Niagara manufacturers succeed in the advanced manufacturing era while dealing with serious workforce needs and supply chain disruptions?
Read MoreIntroducing the Industry Leaders Forum
The Buffalo Niagara Partnership is committed to convening our region’s broad and diverse economic sectors and helping local companies compete in changing commercial and talent markets.
Read MoreErie County to Assist Storefront Renovations
Erie County recently announced a program designed to assist small businesses that may have lost revenue during the COVID pandemic, helping them with exterior façade upgrades and improvements that will in turn attract new customers, business and revenue. The program will grant eligible small businesses in Erie County up to $40,000 to renovate their storefronts to increase foot traffic into their stores.
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