Small Business Center

Small Business Resources

Resources to help power your small business in Western New York!

The Buffalo Niagara Partnership believes in the power of small business. Local companies create community, provide jobs for our neighbors and keep the regional economy moving forward, every day.

At the BNP, we champion the vital role of small businesses. These local enterprises foster community, generate employment for our neighbors, and propel the regional economy forward daily. The BNP Small Business Center offers a wealth of online resources and networking opportunities, helping owners and employees thrive and connect.

Expertise

The BNP’s 5 in 25 Series dives into the many aspects of owning and operating a small business, starting with marketing, human resources, brand awareness and financial planning. In each session, an industry expert will discuss effective ways to gain a business edge and develop best practices.

USING EMAIL TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS

Topic Description:

Email is cost-effective, intimate and flexible. And while it’s simple to send an email, it takes work to truly maximize the platform’s potential. Join us for 25 minutes jammed with knowledge that you can put to immediate use to connect with customers and increase revenue.

Presenter: Connolly Studios

Connolly Studios is a consultancy that believes your true potential is reached when you are passionate about the right strategy and can tell your story. As adaptable outsiders, we are the deep listeners who quickly help you reinforce your unique values in how you develop strategy, tell your story and prime the pump for execution.

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The BNP hosts a range of events connecting business owners to their peers and other leaders from throughout Western New York. State up to date on our full events calendar.

Connection

Stay up to date on national trends while operating your business, locally. As a member of BNP, you have access to several small business benefits offered through the US Chamber of Commerce. Our team will register you, providing access to:

Digital learning platform
Publications subscriptions
FedEx discounts
Discounts on Met Life products
Attend virtual events free of charge

Resources

Find the small business resources you need in one place. The BNP helps connect small businesses owners with the information and assistance that you need.

Buffalo State Small Business Development Center provides management and technical assistance to start-up and existing small businesses throughout Erie County and the Niagara Frontier.
U.S Small Business Administration – Buffalo District provides help funding programs, counseling, federal contracting certifications, and disaster recovery.
New York State Division of Minority & Women’s Business Development provides a one-stop hub for everything you need to know about minority and women owned business (MWBE) success in New York.
Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) fosters vibrant small business communities through mentoring and education.
New York State’s Empire State Development Division of Small Business supports the development and expansion of businesses with under 100 employees – directing an array of programs and initiatives supporting small business growth and helping entrepreneurs maximize opportunities for success.
Erie County Industry Development Agency’s loan program offers financial programs to help start a business and purchase needed supplies and equipment.
Niagara County’s Center for Economic Development provides grants and financial incentives to both new and existing businesses.
NFIB Small Business Association provides online resources and advocacy updates to business owners on a national level.
IRS Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center provides online tax resources and best practices for both small business owners and the self-employed.