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  • NextGen Speed Networking

    Wingnutz Bar & Grill 1402 Millersport Hwy, Williamsville, NY, United States

    Description: Join members of NAWBO Buffalo Niagara for an evening of speed networking, practical tips on effective networking, food, and a cash bar. This is a great opportunity to meet new connections and practice networking skills in a fun environment. This event is open to members and anyone over the age of 18 who is new to networking. Location: Wingnutz Bar & Grill, 1402 Millersport Hwy, Williamsville, NY 14221 Date & Time: Thursday, March 5, 2026, 5:30–7:30 p.m. Perks: Complimentary Parking, Cash Bar Available Ticket Pricing: Individual Tickets - $25 Event Sponsor (Without Ticket) - $50 Event Sponsor (With Ticket) - [...]

  • March Dinner Meeting: Market Positioning: Visibility, Connections, and Growth.

    Program Overview: Our March Dinner Meeting theme: “Market Positioning: Visibility, Connections, and Growth: Defining what sets businesses apart in competitive markets and translating that into meaningful growth.” We’re also thrilled to announce our invited speaker, Dr. Norma J. Nowak. 🎤  Featured Speaker: Norma Jean Nowak, Ph.D., is recognized as a leader in the field of human genomics. Her research contributed directly to the Human Genome Project, as well as to genomics-based approaches to understanding heritable disorders and cancer. Dr. Nowak is the senior life sciences advisor and executive director emeritus for the University at Buffalo, New York State Center for Excellence in Bioinformatics and [...]

  • Networking: Coffee & Conversation – April

    HANSA Workspace 505 Ellicott St,, Buffalo, NY, United States

    Start your day with great coffee and even better connections. Join us for this welcoming monthly gathering where women entrepreneurs, professionals, and community members come together to share ideas, exchange resources, and build meaningful relationships. Hosted by the Buffalo/Niagara Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Coffee & Conversation takes place on the first Thursday of each month and offers a relaxed space to meet colleagues, spark collaborations, and expand what’s possible through the power of community. (Please note: there will be no gathering in July 2026). Learn more about Coffee & Conversation here Event Details:  When: Thursday, April 2, 10:00 [...]

  • April Dinner Meeting: Social Entrepreneurship & Responsibility – Community Impact: Profit and Purpose.

    Program Overview: Our April Dinner Meeting theme: “Social Entrepreneurship & Responsibility - Community Impact: Profit and Purpose. The Roles and Responsibilities of Women Entrepreneurs in Closing the Wage Gap and Providing Needed Services for Women in the Workplace”. We’re also thrilled to announce our invited speaker, Sheri Scavone, the CEO of the WNY Women’s Foundation. 🎤  Featured Speaker: In her role, Ms. Scavone uses Foundation research data to educate, convene, advocate, and forge collaborations with key community stakeholders to address gender inequities and other issues preventing women from achieving economic self-sufficiency. She leads the Foundation to create opportunities for all women [...]

  • Advocacy Day in Albany, NY

    New York State Capitol State Street and Washington Avenue, Albany, NY, United States

    Join NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara for Albany Advocacy Day. Connect with women business owners, engage elected officials, and make your voice heard on policies impacting women entrepreneurs.

  • Networking: Coffee & Conversation – May

    HANSA Workspace 505 Ellicott St,, Buffalo, NY, United States

    Hosted 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.

  • The Business Connection Exchange!

    Buffalo Riverworks 359 Ganson St.,, Buffalo, NY, United States

    Mark your calendars for The Business Connection Exchange! This event brings together small business owners, entrepreneurs, community partners, CEL alumni, and industry leaders for a morning of intentional, high-impact networking. Expand your network and open the door to connections that will support your business growth. 🕖: 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. 📅: Tuesday, May 12 📍: Buffalo Riverworks, 359 Ganson St., Buffalo 💲: $15 (includes continental breakfast) This event is co-hosted by the UB Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, the UB CEL Alumni Association (CELAA), the Amherst Chamber of Commerce, and The Construction Exchange of Buffalo & WNY. Tickets can be purchased here: [...]

  • Each One Reach One 2026

    Kotecki's Grandview Grove 4685 Seneca St., West Seneca, NY, United States

    Join us for Each One Reach One: a fabulous, one-of-a-kind networking mega mixer, presented by NAWBO Buffalo Niagara. Purchase Tickets Here Enjoy a progressive dinner, with tables changing after each course and networking with a new group of individuals each time, with a facilitator at each table. Make new connections and meet our Sponsors and Vendors from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm. Here is what makes this event special: 100% of the proceeds from the evening stay right here in Western New York. Whether someone donates a raffle item, purchases tickets, or sponsors the event, every dollar raised is reinvested locally [...]

  • Networking: Coffee & Conversation – June

    HANSA Workspace 505 Ellicott St,, Buffalo, NY, United States

    Hosted 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.

  • June Dinner Meeting: Board Installation

    Klocks Grove 1245 Seneca Creek Road, West Seneca, NY, United States

    Program Overview: Join NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara for our upcoming Installation Dinner, an evening to connect, celebrate, and welcome incoming leadership. This annual event brings our community together to recognize the women shaping our chapter and the impact we continue to build together. 📅 Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 ⏰ Time: Doors open at 5:00 PM Dinner served at 6:00 PM Program concludes around 8:00–8:30 PM 📍 Location: Kloc's Grove – Garden Room: Enjoy an indoor space with access to an outdoor veranda, weather permitting. 🍽️ Event Details: Plated dinner service with entrée selections and accommodations for dietary needs available upon request. [...]

  • Networking: Coffee & Conversation – August

    HANSA Workspace 505 Ellicott St,, Buffalo, NY, United States

    Hosted 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.

  • Networking: Coffee & Conversation – September

    HANSA Workspace 505 Ellicott St,, Buffalo, NY, United States

    Hosted 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.

  • Networking: Coffee & Conversation – October

    HANSA Workspace 505 Ellicott St,, Buffalo, NY, United States

    Hosted 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.

  • 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 [...]

  • 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.

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.

NAWBO Buffalo Niagara
P.O. Box 1165
Orchard Park, NY 14127
(716) 647-7700

The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) – Buffalo Niagara Chapter, a registered 501(c)(6) organization, has been empowering women business owners since 1994.

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