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SUMMARY:A Women's Business Center Event: WNY’s Law Center’s Small Business\, Walk-In Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara Partner Event \nThe Women’s Business Center at Canisius University is a community partner of NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara. We’re pleased to share this opportunity with our members and the Western New York women-owned business community. \nAvailable to small business owners and entrepreneurs in Erie and Niagara Counties. Walk-in counseling is first-come\, first-served. \nFree business legal counseling covering matters such as LLC formation\, contracts\, negotiations\, and other business-related legal questions. \nThis event is hosted by the Women’s Business Center at Canisius University. Registration and event information are managed by the Women’s Business Center. \nLearn More About This Women’s Business Center Event Here
URL:https://nawbowny.org/event/a-womens-business-center-event-wnys-law-centers-small-business-walk-in-legal-clinic/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Business Community Events
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SUMMARY:Dinner Meeting | October 2026 - Building a Business That Can Scale
DESCRIPTION:Program Overview:  At our October 14th dinner meeting\, Marnie LaVigne\, Ph.D. The President & CEO of Launch NY will lead a candid conversation on “Building a Business That Can Scale.” \nBuilding a successful business is one thing. Building one that can grow sustainably is another. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience working with entrepreneurs\, startups\, investors\, and economic development initiatives\, Dr. LaVigne will explore what it truly takes to build a business positioned for meaningful\, sustainable growth. \nThe conversation will go beyond the success stories. Marnie will share lessons from businesses that have scaled\, businesses that have struggled\, and the decisions\, assumptions\, and turning points that can make the difference between the two. Attendees will hear practical perspectives on recognizing growth potential\, preparing a business for its next stage\, accessing the right resources and capital\, and understanding when an opportunity to grow is actually an opportunity to scale. \nWhether you are actively scaling\, preparing for growth\, or simply asking what the next chapter of your business could look like\, this conversation will offer a candid look at what it takes to build a business that is ready for more. \n🎤 Featured Speaker: Marnie LaVigne\, Ph.D.  –With a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience and a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Rochester\, Dr. LaVigne has spent more than 30 years in both the private and public sectors creating new products and start-up businesses\, driving innovation and economic growth in technology-based companies. In 2014\, after heading economic development at the University at Buffalo\, she became the President and CEO of Launch NY\, which she co-founded in 2012 to serve high-growth potential startups in Upstate NY. \nLaunch NY is a sector-agnostic nonprofit venture development organization that has provided pro bono mentoring and the most active seed fund in the state for seven years running – ranked among the top 5 nonprofit seed funds in the country – among its InvestLocal Financing Programs to over 2000 companies\, supporting nearly 10000 jobs. Serving on numerous boards and as fund manager for Launch NY\, Dr. LaVigne led the organization to become one of fewer than 16 U.S. Treasury-designated venture funding Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) nationwide\, with more than 70% of Launch NY client companies located in low-income neighborhoods. \n📍Location: The iconic Chef’s Restaurant\, 291 Seneca Street\, Buffalo\, NY \n⏰ Time: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. \n🍽️ Dinner Pricing: Members $42 | Non-Members $50 \n🚀 Perks: Complimentary parking | 🍷 Cash bar available \n⚠️ Please Note: Topics and speakers may evolve as the series progresses. Stay tuned via our website and social media channels for the latest updates. \n🎉 First Time Joining Us? Whether you’re curious about NAWBO\, thinking about membership\, or just want to network with a dynamic community of women entrepreneurs\, we’d love to welcome you! \n\n\n  \n\n\n\nYour Name\n \n\n \nYour Email\n \n\n \nPhone Number\n \n\n \nCompany\n \n\n \nYour Title\n \n\n \nStreet Address\n \n\n \nCity\n \n\n \nState\n \n\n \nZip Code\n \n\n \nAny special dietary restriction?\n \n\n \nDo you need help with transportation or would you like to carpool to the event?\n \n\n \nTicket optionMember Dinner $42Non-Member Dinner $50Diamond Partner Dinner Pass - FreePlatinum Partner Dinner Pass - Free\n \n\n ×
URL:https://nawbowny.org/event/dinner-meeting-october-2026/
LOCATION:Chef’s Restaurant\, 291 Seneca St\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Q&A with Marnie LaVigne focused Building a Business That Can Scale
DESCRIPTION:Program Overview: Still thinking about something from our October 14th dinner meeting? This virtual Lunch & Learn is your chance to continue the conversation with Marnie LaVigne\, Ph.D.\, and dig deeper into the questions we didn’t have time to cover during “Building a Business That Can Scale.” \nDesigned as an informal\, interactive Q&A follow-up\, this session gives dinner attendees more time with Marnie to ask questions and explore what sustainable growth and scalability could look like in their own businesses. Maybe you are wondering whether your business is truly ready to scale. Maybe you are thinking about capital\, hiring\, infrastructure\, or the decisions that come with moving into your next stage. Or maybe something Marnie said at dinner has been rattling around in your head ever since. \nBring that question. \n🎤 Featured Speaker: Marnie LaVigne\, Ph.D. – President & CEO of Launch NY. Marnie brings more than 30 years of experience working across entrepreneurship\, innovation\, economic development\, and investment. As President and CEO of Launch NY\, which she co-founded in 2012\, she works with high-growth-potential startups throughout Upstate New York and has a firsthand perspective on what helps businesses grow\, what gets in their way\, and what founders should be thinking about as they prepare for what comes next. \n📅 Date: Friday\, October 16th\n⏰ Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.\n💻 Location: Virtual via Zoom \n🔐 Who Can Attend: This Lunch & Learn is an exclusive follow-up for those who registered for our October 14th dinner meeting. If you registered for the dinner\, you’re welcome to register and join us for the Q&A. \n💬 Bring Your Questions: We intentionally created this follow-up because a one-hour dinner conversation can only go so far. This is your opportunity to ask Marnie the question you didn’t get to ask\, revisit something that challenged your thinking\, or talk through what growth and scalability could mean for your particular business. \nWhether you are actively scaling\, preparing for growth\, or still figuring out what “scaling” should mean for your business\, come ready for a candid conversation about what happens after the dinner meeting ends. \n⚠️ Please Note: Registration for the October 14th dinner meeting is required to register for this Lunch & Learn.
URL:https://nawbowny.org/event/lunch-learn-qa-with-marnie-lavigne-focused-building-a-business-that-can-scale/
LOCATION:Remote (Zoom/Teams)
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Buffalo Niagara MWBE & SDVOB Training Day Conference & Expo
DESCRIPTION:Program Overview:\nThe work is coming. Will your business be ready? \nThe 3rd Annual Buffalo Niagara Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) & Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) Training Day Conference & Expo returns Thursday\, October 22\, 2026\, with a full day dedicated to helping businesses prepare for contracting opportunities\, strengthen their operations\, and build relationships with the people making purchasing decisions. \nThis year’s theme\, “The Return of Readiness: Less Talk. More Execution\,” puts the focus on practical strategies businesses can use to compete for and successfully perform on government and corporate contracts. \nThe conference brings together entrepreneurs\, procurement professionals\, government representatives\, corporate buyers\, and business development organizations for interactive training\, panel discussions\, networking\, and an expo designed to connect businesses with opportunities. \nFor women business owners\, particularly those who are MWBE-certified or considering certification\, this event offers an opportunity to better understand the procurement landscape and what it takes to move from certification to contracting. \nNAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara is pleased to share this community opportunity with our members and fellow business owners who are interested in expanding their networks\, strengthening their competitive position\, and pursuing new business opportunities. \nConference Highlights\nThe program features panel discussions and hands-on bootcamps focused on procurement readiness\, business development\, and growth. \nFeatured Panels: \n\nThe Buyer Blueprint\nBeyond the Checkbox\nUntapped Opportunities\n\nInteractive Bootcamps: \n\nBuild the Bid\, and Make Sure It Pays\nAI at Work\nCan Your Business Grow Beyond You?\nWork the Room\n\nAdditional programming includes an interactive Procurement Expo and Matchmaker\, a Readiness Standard™ Cohort Graduation\, opening remarks from Senator April Baskin\, and a Veterans Color Guard Ceremony. \nWhy Attend?\nWhether your business is newly certified\, actively pursuing contracts\, or preparing for larger opportunities\, the conference is designed to help you understand what buyers need and how to position your business to compete. \nParticipants will have opportunities to explore procurement requirements\, improve their approach to responding to solicitations\, learn how to use artificial intelligence in their operations\, and connect with potential buyers and business partners. \nThe conference also emphasizes an often-overlooked part of contracting: preparing your business to deliver successfully once you win the work. \nEvent Details\nDate: Thursday\, October 22\, 2026 \nTime: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EDT \nLocation: 500 Pearl Street\, Buffalo\, NY \nEvent Format: In-person conference\, training sessions\, procurement expo\, and networking \nPresented By: The RARE Place\, Inc. \nRegistration\nAdvance registration is available through the official conference website. \nREGISTER HERE \nVisit www.TheMWBEConference.com for additional conference details\, ticket information\, and program updates. \nPresented by The RARE Place\, Inc. | Shared with the NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara community as a business community event.
URL:https://nawbowny.org/event/3rd-annual-buffalo-niagara-mwbe-sdvob-training-day-conference-expo/
LOCATION:500 Pearl\, 500 Pearl Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Women%E2%80%99s Business Center at Canisius University":MAILTO:wbcinfo@canisius.edu
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SUMMARY:Each One Reach One | First Committee Meeting of 2026
DESCRIPTION:Help Us Build This Year’s Each One Reach One\nWant to get more involved with NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara? This is a great place to start. \nWe are kicking off planning for this year’s Each One Reach One\, and we’re inviting current chapter members and women interested in becoming members to join us for our first committee meeting. \nEach One Reach One is built by women who bring different skills\, connections\, ideas\, and perspectives to the table. You don’t need event-planning experience\, and you don’t need to arrive with a specific role in mind. Come learn more about the event\, meet the women behind it\, and find a way to contribute that works for you. \nThere Is a Place for You\nThis year’s committee will be working across several areas\, including Partnerships\, Vendors\, Promotion\, and Event Experience. \nMaybe you’re great at connecting people and businesses. Maybe you know fantastic local vendors. Maybe marketing and getting the word out is your thing. Or maybe you’re the person who notices all the little details that turn a good event into a memorable one. \nBring what you’re good at. We’ll build it together. \nMeeting Details\n📅 Thursday\, October 22\, 2026\n⏰ 5:30 p.m.\n💻 Virtual Meeting via Teams or Zoom \nMeeting access information will be provided to participants. \nInterested in Joining Us?\nWhether you’re already a NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara member or you’re considering joining the chapter and would like to see what getting involved looks like\, we’d love to have you at the table. \nEmail Jen Gattie for meeting details and information about joining the committee.
URL:https://nawbowny.org/event/each-one-reach-one-first-committee-meeting-of-2026/
LOCATION:Remote (Zoom/Teams)
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Each One Reach One
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SUMMARY:My Storybook Home: A Home Vision Board Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Program Overview\nEvery home has a story. What do you want yours to be? \nJoin Cécile Meyer\, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker with HUNT Real Estate ERA\, and Hygge & Hearth for a cozy morning of creativity\, connection\, and inspiration at BestCellar Book Bar in Clarence. \nMy Storybook Home is a free\, hands-on vision board workshop designed to help you imagine what home could look and feel like in your next chapter. \nWhether you’re dreaming of purchasing your first home\, envisioning a vacation property\, planning a renovation\, or simply exploring what makes a space feel uniquely yours\, this workshop offers an opportunity to slow down and bring those ideas to life. \nParticipants will create personalized home vision boards using images\, colors\, design styles\, and inspiration that reflect their ideal living spaces. No design experience is necessary\, and all materials will be provided. \nThe morning is also an opportunity to connect with others\, enjoy a warm beverage\, and explore your ideas in the welcoming atmosphere of a local bookstore. \nWhat to Expect\n\nCreative Exploration: Imagine the spaces\, features\, colors\, and design elements that make a house feel like home.\nHands-On Vision Boarding: Create a visual representation of your dream home\, whether it’s a future purchase\, renovation\, or simply an idea taking shape.\nConnection & Conversation: Meet others\, exchange ideas\, and enjoy a relaxed\, creative atmosphere.\nCoffee & Creativity: Enjoy complimentary coffee\, tea\, or hot chocolate while you work on your vision board.\n\nEvent Details\n📅 Date: Sunday\, October 25\, 2026 \n⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \n📍 Location: BestCellar Book Bar\, 9560 Main Street\, Suite 3\, Clarence\, NY 14031 \n🎟️ Cost: FREE\, advance registration required. \n☕ Included: Complimentary coffee\, tea\, or hot chocolate\, plus all workshop materials. \n🚗 Parking: Free parking available. \n🎤 Hosted By: Cécile Meyer\, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker\, HUNT Real Estate ERA\, and Hygge & Hearth. \nRegistration\nSpace is limited\, and advance registration is required. \nREGISTER HERE VIA EVENTBRITE \nIf you register and can no longer attend\, please cancel your reservation so another participant can enjoy the workshop. \nAbout This Community Event\nNAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara is pleased to share opportunities that bring our local business community together. This independently organized event is open to the community and is not hosted by NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara.
URL:https://nawbowny.org/event/my-storybook-home-a-home-vision-board-workshop/
LOCATION:BestCellar Book Bar\, 9560 Main Street\, Suite 3\, Clarence\, NY\, 14031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Community Events
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SUMMARY:Exit Planning: What Business Owners Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Program Overview:\nYou have spent years building your business. But have you spent enough time thinking about what happens when you are ready to step away from it? \nNAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara Chapter Partner M&T Bank\, together with Wilmington Trust\, invites business owners to an evening focused on Exit Planning: What Business Owners Need to Know. \nWhether a transition is several years away or beginning to feel much closer\, thoughtful exit planning can help business owners protect what they have built and prepare for what comes next. This event will explore strategies to increase the value of your business\, prepare for a successful transition\, and plan for life after ownership. \nFor women business owners in particular\, succession planning is not simply about selling or transferring a company. It is about understanding the value you have created\, making intentional decisions about the future of the business\, and considering how that transition fits into your own financial and personal plans. \nNAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara is pleased to share this opportunity from M&T Bank\, one of our Chapter Partners\, as part of our commitment to connecting women business owners with practical information\, expertise\, and resources that can support them through every stage of business ownership. \nEvent Details\n📅 Date: Tuesday\, October 27\, 2026\n⏰ Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.\n📍 Location: The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, NY 14216 \nRegistration\nPlease RSVP by October 16 to Aidan Boyd at aboyd2@wilmingtontrust.com. \nRegistration for this event is handled directly by M&T Bank/Wilmington Trust. \nHosted by M&T Bank and Wilmington Trust | Shared with the NAWBO – Buffalo/Niagara community as a Chapter Partner event.
URL:https://nawbowny.org/event/exit-planning-what-business-owners-need-to-know/
LOCATION:The Buffalo History Museum\, 1 Museum Court\, Buffalo\, New York\, 14216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Community Events
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