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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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Events
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Executive Women AI Workshop
Program Overview: Women executives currently trail men in AI adoption by an estimated 20 to 25 percentage points. The AI Executive Rubric for Women Leaders is a one-day, hands-on workshop designed to help close that gap by giving women leaders practical experience with AI and tools they can immediately put to work. Presented in partnership with the Western New York Women’s Foundation, University at Buffalo School of Management, Hot Cognition, SUNY Erie, and Siobhan Smith Executive Consulting, the program brings together university faculty, student facilitators, AI experts, and women executives for a full day of learning, building, and application. This is [...]
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A Women’s Business Center Event: Pumkin Patch Networking event
Hosted by Canisius Women’s Business Center (WBC), this Pumpkin Patch Networking Event brings women entrepreneurs together for seasonal connections and networking.
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A Women’s Business Center Event: The Launch Lab
Hosted by Canisius Women’s Business Center (WBC), The Launch Lab offers aspiring entrepreneurs practical guidance, resources, and connections for business development.
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A Women’s Business Center Event: Caffeinated Connections – October
Hosted by Canisius Women’s Business Center (WBC), Caffeinated Connections brings women entrepreneurs together for coffee, networking, conversation, and meaningful business connections.
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MakeHER FAIR
West Side Bazaar 1432 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesHosted by Girl Scouts of Western New York, the MakeHER Fair celebrates creativity, entrepreneurship, innovation, and opportunities for girls and women.
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A Women’s Business Center Event: WNY’s Law Center’s Small Business, Walk-In Legal Clinic
Hosted by Canisius Women’s Business Center (WBC), this walk-in legal clinic connects small business owners with valuable legal guidance and resources.
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Dinner Meeting | October 2026 – Building a Business That Can Scale
Chef's Restaurant 291 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY, United StatesHosted by NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara, this dinner meeting features Marnie LaVigne sharing insights on building sustainable, scalable businesses through real-world experiences.
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Lunch & Learn: Q&A with Marnie LaVigne focused Building a Business That Can Scale
Remote (Zoom/Teams)Hosted by NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara, this Lunch & Learn features Marnie LaVigne answering questions about building a sustainable, scalable business.
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3rd Annual Buffalo Niagara MWBE & SDVOB Training Day Conference & Expo
500 Pearl 500 Pearl Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesHosted by The RARE Place, Inc., this conference connects diverse businesses with procurement opportunities, practical training, industry experts, and buyers.
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Each One Reach One | First Committee Meeting of 2026
Remote (Zoom/Teams)Hosted by NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara, this kickoff meeting brings volunteers together to plan and shape the 2026 Each One Reach One event.
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My Storybook Home: A Home Vision Board Workshop
BestCellar Book Bar 9560 Main Street, Suite 3, Clarence, NY, United StatesHosted by Cécile Meyer and Hygge & Hearth, this free workshop brings dream homes to life through creativity, coffee, and connection.
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Exit Planning: What Business Owners Need to Know
The Buffalo History Museum 1 Museum Court, Buffalo, New York, United StatesM&T Bank and Wilmington Trust host an evening exploring business exit planning, succession strategies, maximizing business value, and preparing for transitions.
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Free NYS MWBE Certification Workshop – November 2026
Roswell Park Research Studies Center @ Gaylord Cary Conference Room 610 Elm Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesRoswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center hosts a free four-week workshop guiding business owners through New York State MWBE certification requirements.
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Networking: Coffee & Conversation – November
HANSA Workspace 505 Ellicott St,, Buffalo, NY, United StatesHosted by NAWBO at the HANSA Workspace: Join us for free Networking, Coffee & Conversation! Open to everyone, no membership required. Connect with women business owners, share experiences, build relationships, and strengthen community.
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A Women’s Business Center Event: WNY’s Law Center’s Small Business, Walk-In Legal Clinic
Hosted by Canisius Women’s Business Center (WBC), this walk-in legal clinic connects small business owners with valuable legal guidance and resources.
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November Dinner Meeting | The Power of Improv: Listen, Connect, and Think on Your Feet
Chef's Restaurant 291 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY, United StatesHosted by NAWBO, discover the power of improv with Scott Wojtanik as he explores practical techniques to strengthen communication, build confidence, think quickly, and create meaningful business connections.
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Lunch & Learn: Q&A with Scott Wojtanik on The Power of Improv: Listen, Connect, and Think on Your Feet
Remote (Zoom/Teams)Hosted by NAWBO, continue the conversation with Scott Wojtanik and explore how improv strengthens communication, builds confidence, and creates meaningful business connections.
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Member Meetup: Happy Hour & Good Company
The Gypsy Parlor 376 Grant St, Buffalo, United StatesHosted by NAWBO, unwind at The Gypsy Parlor for a free, casual happy hour! Everyone's welcome, members and nonmembers alike. No pitches, no agenda, just good company and conversation.
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Free NYS MWBE Certification Workshop – December 2026
Roswell Park Research Studies Center @ Gaylord Cary Conference Room 610 Elm Street, Buffalo, NY, United StatesRoswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center hosts a free four-week workshop guiding business owners through New York State MWBE certification requirements.
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Networking: Coffee & Conversation – December
HANSA Workspace 505 Ellicott St,, Buffalo, NY, United StatesJoin us for free Networking, Coffee & Conversation at HANSA Workspace! Open to everyone, no membership required. Connect with women business owners, share experiences, build relationships, and strengthen community.
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.