SBA Finance Boot Camp 2023 flyer In partnership with NAWBO Buffalo Niagara Inc., SBA Buffalo is relaunching a FREE Finance Boot Camp for Woman Entrepreneurs in Buffalo NY. This series will provide you with information on strategic planning for your business, understanding the credit process, the language of financial statements, effective negotiation strategies, and preparing a loan proposal. The last session will include a lender matchmaker giving participants the opportunity to meet with area lenders and pitch a financing proposal. Seating is limited; program is limited to 12 qualified entrepreneurs In order to be eligible, businesses must be: Organized [...]

SPEAKERS: Roxanne Sorensen Owner, Elder Care Solutions of WNY, LLC   Elizabeth Ingold, Esq. Owner, Ingold Gold  

As part of our Spring Membership Drive, we are hosting a Membership Happy Hour. The event is designed to encourage you to attend with guests who may want to join NAWBO. Wine, soda, and finger foods will be served. Cost: $10 for members and guests attend for free. For each guest invited by a member, that member will receive two complimentary sheets of tickets for the Each One Reach One basket auction! See you there!

Join us for Each One Reach One: a fabulous, one-of-a-kind networking mega mixer, presented by NAWBO Buffalo Niagara and sponsored by Bank of America. Enjoy a progressive dinner, changing tables after each course; networking with a new group of individuals each time, with a facilitator at each table. Make new connections and meet our Sponsors and Vendors at the Network Power Hour from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Basket auction to support the NAWBO Buffalo Niagara's Scholarship Program. You can pre-purchase your Scholarship basket auction tickets with your registration. Your pre-purchased tickets will be waiting for you at the registration table. Interested in Sponsorship? Contact [...]

    4:30 - 6:00 pm: Celebratory Cocktail Party in the Courtyard honoring Lisa Coppola, Chair of the NAWBO National Board of Directors, and Sherrie Barr Mack, Chair of the NAWBO Presidents Assembly Steering Committee. 6:00 - 8:00 pm: Dinner & Installation of NAWBO Buffalo Niagara President, Laura Zimberg, Officers and Board of Directors. Pricing: $25 for cocktail reception; $40 for installation dinner; $65 for both (same pricing for members and guests) Sponsor option: $200 includes event ticket, name recognition on the program card, recognition at the event, signage at the event with all sponsors included, and social media posts For [...]

The NAWBO Buffalo Niagara chapter honors the bipartisan advocacy principles on which NAWBO was founded almost 50 years ago. Our chapter is hosting a Q&A and welcoming area elected officials to share their legislative agenda and how their initiatives are designed to support women business owners across Western New York. REGISTRATION is required but there is no cost for this event.  Space is limited. Sponsored by The Coppola Firm and The MackBarr Group             Event Information: Date and time: July 19, 2023, 5 pm - 7 pm Location: Northland Workforce Training Center [Community Room 126] Address: [...]

              WHERE:      Buffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson Street, Buffalo NY 14203 WHEN:       Thursday, August 24 at 5:30 P.M. You pay for your own food and drink. You can RSVP to Patti Mancabelli at Patricia@MancabelliLaw.com. Or just show up!

    Sponsored by:             Relationships are the foundation of NAWBO. We listened to our members who asked for more opportunities to get to know one another better. In September, our dinner meeting will be an “expedited networking” event, a lively business version of speed dating, but just a little slower and more intentional. You’ll spend ten minutes with up to five attendees. Grow your network of business contacts quickly and effectively Meet more people in a short amount of time Possibly find referral partners and open up to new opportunities Make connections in a fun and focused [...]

WHO (Your Host): Laura Zimberg WHERE: Sto Lat Bar, on the South side of Eastern Hills Mall – 4475 Transit Road WHEN: Wednesday, September 20, 2023, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm You pay for your own meal.   For additional information, email info@nawbowny.org

  WHO (Your Host): Patti Mancabelli WHAT: Choose a flight of four wines and a food pairing item WHERE: Pellicano Vineyard, 6736 Boston State Rd, Hamburg WHEN: Friday, September 29, 2023 | 6 to 9 pm COST:  $25, paid in advance For additional information, email info@nawbowny.org. Register today!      

Jessica J. Schimert, M.B.A., M.S. Strategic thinking is a critical responsibility for business owners to ensure growth and competitive advantage. Unfortunately, it can take a back seat to the day-to-day activities and fires. Strategic thinking does not need to be a daunting task. With a simple framework, a little time, and some discipline, you can balance the need for short-term business activities and long-term strategic initiatives to move your business forward. This one-hour session will introduce you to a strategic thinking framework and tools for managing your time and holding yourself accountable. Jessica, owner of Jessica J. Schimert Consulting, LLC, is [...]

Hungry for success? Join us for a mouthwatering pizza lunch* on October 19th at noon at Santora's on Transit, where we'll serve up more than just slices! Feast on delicious pizza and feast your mind on tips to transform your goals into achievements provided by the host, Amy Bath, CARC, CRPA. Let's conquer your aspirations together, one bite and one step at a time. Reserve your spot now, and let's savor the taste of success at Santoras! *You choose and pay for your meal       RSVP: Amy@WalktheTalkLiving.com or (716) 864-4475

Get ready for some wordplay fun! Join us for “Scrabble with a Twist” on October 26th at Starbucks, 5165 Main St., Williamsville, NY 14221, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Put your word skills to the test with a unique twist on the classic game of Scrabble. Challenge other members and enjoy a fun coffee meetup while expanding your vocabulary. Don’t miss this chance to exercise your brain and have a blast with fellow word enthusiasts. See you there! RSVP: info@nawbowny.org #ScrabbleWithATwist #WordPlay #CoffeeAndWords

Dr. Ramona R. Santa Maria Artificial intelligence is providing business owners with the tools and resources they need to succeed. ChatGPT is your new assistant to help with everything from creative content, idea generation, customer service emails, and improving production. Like any other tool, AI has its limitations. Learn basics about business uses for ChatGPT and how to use it wisely. Dr. Ramona R. Santa Maria has been a faculty member in the Computer Information Systems Department at Buffalo State University since 1999. She is currently an associate professor. She holds a Ph.D. in social foundations from the University of Buffalo [...]

  Hosted by: Sonja Jensen-Schell When:  Saturday, November 18th Meet at 12:30 PM; Escape Room @ 1 PM Where: 4751 Southwestern Boulevard, Hamburg, NY, 14075 House of Secrets Escape Room - Part 1 Cost: $38 pp Please register by Nov. 11th as event is limited to the first 8 people who register.

What:   A Christmas Carol When:  Wednesday, December 6th 6 PM for a sneak peak of the theater; Play starts at 7:30 PM Where: Alleyway Theater, 1 Curtain up Alley, Buffalo, NY 14202 Cost: $50 pp This event is limited to the first 12 people who register. Join Scrooge, Tiny Tim, a festive quartet of carolers and the whole gang, as the Alleyway Theatre celebrates the 40th annual production of Buffalo's favorite holiday family tradition.