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Chapter News & Announcements
Stay up to date on the latest news from NAWBO Buffalo Niagara. Here you’ll find press releases, media coverage, and official announcements about our Chapter’s initiatives, events, and member achievements. We’re proud to share the stories that showcase the impact of women entrepreneurs across Western New York.
NAWBO Buffalo Niagara and NYC Chapters Join Forces for Historic Capitol Visit
For the first time ever, the NAWBO Buffalo Niagara and New York City chapters united for a joint visit to the New York State Capitol in Albany—bringing their collective voices directly to lawmakers in support of women business owners. This collaboration, held on March 26, was the brainchild of Sherrie Barr Mack, past president of the Buffalo Niagara chapter and immediate past chair of NAWBO’s Presidents' Assembly Steering Committee. “I joined NAWBO in 2017 and kept saying, ‘Let’s go to Albany,’” she says. “It had been on our NAWBO bucket list for years. With everything going on now and the [...]
Press Release: NAWBO Buffalo Niagara Honors the Legacy of Congressman John LaFalce, Champion of Women Entrepreneurs
Dear NAWBO members: NAWBO Buffalo Niagara Honors the Legacy of Congressman John LaFalce, Champion of Women Entrepreneurs BUFFALO, NY – April 14 – The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Buffalo Niagara Chapter joins the Western New York community in mourning the passing of Congressman John J. LaFalce, a lifelong advocate for economic equality and a pivotal champion of women’s entrepreneurship. Congressman LaFalce represented Western New York in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1975 to 2003. Among his many accomplishments, one of the most transformative was his sponsorship of the Women’s Business Ownership Act of 1988 (H.R. 5050) – a bipartisan [...]
Albany Advocacy Day March 26
Albany Advocacy Day March 26 Albany Advocacy Day hosted by NAWBO Buffalo Niagara and New York City Chapters! The Buffalo Niagara and NYC chapters are collaborating on a trip to our state capitol! The Advocacy committees from both chapters have a great day planned that includes a tour of the capitol building and a scheduled meeting with Assemblymember Marianne Buttenschon – 119th District, Chair, Committee on Small Business at 11 am. You can opt to travel on Tuesday, March 25, and stay over at a local Albany hotel or Airbnb or travel early Wednesday for the day. We can carpool! Date: Wednesday, March [...]
NAWBO Call for Board Nominees
The Buffalo Niagara Chapter is looking for passionate leaders to help us grow and guide our vibrant community of women entrepreneurs! What We Need: Collaborative Leaders who can drive growth, foster connections, and shape the chapter’s direction. Advocates for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), ensuring every voice is heard. Leaders with skills in event planning, membership engagement, and community building. What You’ll Do: Work as a team to lead chapter initiatives, events, and membership growth. Shape programs that support women’s entrepreneurship. Build a network of strong, empowered women business leaders. What You’ll Gain: Leadership experience and professional growth. Opportunities [...]
Press Release: The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Buffalo Niagara Chapter installed its 2024/2025 board of directors at the Old Orchard Inn on June 12th.
The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Buffalo Niagara Chapter installed its 2024/2025 board of directors at the Old Orchard Inn on June 12th. Patricia Mancabelli, owner of HER Corporate Counsel powered by Mancabelli Law PLLC in Orchard Park, was installed as president of NAWBO Buffalo Niagara; other officers include President-Elect Stephanie Kennedy, Reach Digital Media Solutions; Secretary Roxanne Sorensen, Elder Care Solutions of WNY, LLC and Treasurer Heather Jackson-Fassari, Interlink CFO. Laura Zimberg, Green Pastures Still Waters, LLC, will serve as the chapter’s immediate past president. Chapter directors installed that evening include Amy Brombos, PhD, United States Census; [...]
Press Release: The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Buffalo Niagara Chapter installed its 2022/2023 board of directors at Hyatt Place on June 14th.
The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Buffalo Niagara Chapter installed its 2022/2023 board of directors at Hyatt Place on June 14th. Jackie Lennert, owner of ROVE Boutique & Gifts in Williamsville was installed as president of NAWBO Buffalo Niagara; other officers include President-Elect Laura Zimberg, Green Pastures Still Waters, LLC.; Secretary Janique Curry of J.S. Curry & Associates, LLC, and Treasurer Nakiea Cook, NC Accounting & Consulting Solutions. Andrea Schillaci, partner at Hurwitz & Fine, PC, will serve as the chapter’s immediate past president. Chapter directors installed that evening include Kenyana David, 81Eighteen, LLC.; Sue Ellen Elvers, Ingersoll [...]
Buffalo Hosts Third Annual Freelance Business Week: April 19 – 23, 2021
Media Contact FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Marie Domon-Pazych - City Organizer Freelance Business Week 716-383-0547 marie@convergencecoworking.com Buffalo Hosts Third Annual Freelance Business Week April 19- 23, 2021 Event-filled virtual conference supporting and celebrating WNY’s freelance business community BUFFALO, NY (March 28, 2021) - - For the third year, Buffalo will be hosting and celebrating Freelance Business Week on a national level in conjunction with cities: Austin, Dallas, Denver, Kansas City, Miami and Tampa from Monday, Apr. 19, through Friday, Apr. 23, 2021. The goal of the conference for freelancers by freelancers is to celebrate and support the freelance community in Western [...]
Succession Planning during a Pandemic – April 14, 2021 Meeting
Succession Planning during a Pandemic A good succession plan leaves a positive legacy and unites the family around common goals and values. The Buffalo Niagara Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners will be hosting a virtual program giving insight and guidance when it comes to succession planning. Judy Cuzzacrea Wagner, Partner of Harris Beach PLLC and Lena Graham Morris, founder of “The Entreprenista” and Vice President, Principal, and Shareholder of HORUS Construction Services Inc. will lead a discussion on this timely topic. “Succession planning is key to creating a successful legacy, a smooth transition of power, while [...]