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Come for the Events. Leave With Connections.
Whether you’re a longtime member or attending your first event, there’s a seat at the table for you. Connect with women business owners across WNY and find where you belong.
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Share Your Perspective: Women-Owned Businesses in Western New York – Looking Beyond Election Day
January 12, 2027 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am EST
The 2026 midterm elections may bring changes that affect women-owned businesses across Western New York. We want to hear what matters most to you.
Just five questions. Five minutes or less. Your perspective matters.
Every business owner’s experience is different. Whether you’re starting a business or leading an established company, your voice belongs in the conversation.
We’re asking about five issues: access to capital, government contracting, healthcare, workforce development, and regulatory compliance. Which present the greatest opportunities or challenges for your business?
Your input will guide the NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara Advocacy Committee’s understanding of member priorities and support informed, bipartisan conversations with policymakers.
We welcome different experiences, backgrounds, and political perspectives. Our focus is on understanding the needs of women business owners, not supporting political parties or candidates.
Every perspective adds value. Thank you for sharing yours.
More Ways to Connect. More Reasons to Belong.
Our events are just one way to connect, learn, and build meaningful relationships. Whether you’re attending a NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara gathering or exploring opportunities hosted by our members and community partners, there’s always something happening across WHY. Here’s what distinguishes our Chapter Events from Community Events.
Chapter Events are organized and hosted by NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara. These include monthly dinner meetings, held on the second Wednesday of each month, September through June, along with workshops, networking gatherings, and special events.
Community Events are hosted by our members, partners, and other organizations throughout WNY. These include educational programs, networking opportunities, fundraisers, and other events that support women business owners and our broader business community.