irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0THE PARTNERSHIP PROVIDES DIRECT SUPPORT TO INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS AND OTHER EMPLOYERS IN THE REGION, AS WELL AS BROADER INDUSTRY WIDE INITIATIVES FOR TARGET INDUSTRY CLUSTERS, TO IMPROVE THEIR CAPACITY TO SUCCEED.
- #2 $0THE PARTNERSHIP PROVIDES A WIDE RANGE OF INITIATIVES FOR MEMBERS AND OTHER EMPLOYERS IN THE REGION TO MAKE CONNECTIONS TO IMPROVE THEIR 'BOTTOM LINES'.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Accelerate AI
Event series connecting regional organizations with AI experts from the University at Buffalo and Radial Ventures to explore practical applications of artificial intelligence.
Advocacy Alerts
Tracks legislation and mobilizes coalitions to influence policy at federal, state, and local levels on behalf of regional employers.
BNP Grow
Leadership development program for professionals aiming to strengthen communication, management, and leadership skills.
Cross Border Commerce Initiative
Facilitates reciprocal membership with Hamilton Chamber of Commerce and Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce to support bi-national business engagement.
Industry Leaders Forum
Hosts sector-specific forums for healthcare, higher education, hospitality, and technology to align regional stakeholders on economic priorities and workforce development.
Small Business Bootcamp
Annual event offering hands-on training in marketing, finance, HR, accounting, and legal topics for small business owners.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Professional Networking Events 3 activities
- Convening events and programs for business engagement and professional developmentHosts and organizes events, speaker series, and programs—including AI education sessions, Small Business Bootcamps, and the BNP Forward leadership program—for businesses and professionals to build skills, share best practices, and foster collaboration. Events have drawn hundreds of attendees, including over 250 at an AI-focused event and nearly 100 small business owners at a bootcamp.
- Cost-effective programs for business networking and awareness buildingOffers programs and opportunities that enable businesses to build awareness, connect with peers, and access new customers through cost-effective engagement models.
- Regional capacity building through strategic partnerships and reciprocity agreementsBuilds regional competitiveness by establishing reciprocal membership agreements and strategic partnerships with organizations such as the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce and Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce, enabling members to access expanded networks and programming.
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Business Community Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocacy for pro-growth policies and regional economic healthAdvocates on behalf of member businesses by facilitating engagement with government policymakers, community leaders, academic institutions, and economic development agencies to promote regional economic health and advance pro-growth policies. Participates in coalitions such as the USMCA Coalition and co-founded the Great Lakes Metro Chambers Coalition to advance regional policy priorities.
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Industry Trade Association Services 1 activity
- Direct support to members and industry clusters to improve competitivenessProvides direct support to individual members and employers, and leads industry-wide initiatives for target industry clusters to improve their capacity to succeed. Partners with organizations like Bene-Care to support members on benefits, payroll, and HR decision-making.
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Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Leadership and management training programsOffers structured professional development programs including a three-month leadership potential program and an eight-month training program for current and emerging managers to build leadership and management skills.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Provision of co-working and conference facilities for membersOperates premium co-working spaces and state-of-the-art conference rooms and event spaces accessible to over 1,000 members in Western New York, supporting business collaboration and community programming.
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Member-Exclusive Resource Access 1 activity
- Provision of member services and access to resourcesProvides a digital member portal for contact and company listing management, invoice access and payment, and distribution of advocacy alerts and newsletters. Offers members access to exclusive content such as webinars, speaker series, and signature events.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.80M
Contributions & grants$717K26%
Program service revenue$2.01M72%
Investment income$68K2%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$3.27M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$2.00M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.98M
Cash$1.09M
Investments$0
Liabilities$2.86M
Net assets$1.12M
Liquid reserves4.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -6.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOTTIE GALLAGHER | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $479K |
| GRANT LOOMIS | PRESIDENT AND COO | 40 | $166K |
| ANITA GENOVESE | VICE PRESIDENT & CFO-THRU SEPT '24 | 40 | $91K |
board members · 22
- ANNE MCCAFFREY — DIRECTOR
- ARTHUR WINGERTER — DIRECTOR
- BENJAMIN OBLETZ — DIRECTOR
- BETHANNE HOLLIS — DIRECTOR
- BETSY CONSTANTINE — DIRECTOR
- CAMILLE JOSEPH-GOLDMAN — DIRECTOR
- COLLEEN HEIDINGER — DIRECTOR
- DAVID BEATON — DIRECTOR
- DAVID MURRAY — DIRECTOR
- DAVID NASCA — DIRECTOR
- DAVID SIMONS — DIRECTOR
- DAVID UBA — DIRECTOR
- DEIDRE BATSON-GRIGGS — DIRECTOR
- DONALD BOYD — DIRECTOR
- DONNA DECAROLIS — VICE CHAIR
- DOUGLAS BEAN — DIRECTOR
- EDWARD WALSH JR — DIRECTOR
- ERIC FELDSTEIN — DIRECTOR
- GREGORY DUVAL — VICE CHAIR
- IKRAM MASSABINI — DIRECTOR
- JACK MCNEILL — DIRECTOR
- JAMES MAHER CM — DIRECTOR
relationships · 44
Who they work with
- Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes Government — Participated as speaker in BNP’s Policy Perspective event.
- Bene-Care Partner — Official Human Capital Management Partner providing benefits, payroll, and HR solutions to Buffalo Niagara Partnership members.
- Buffalo Niagara region members Network — Network of member organizations that collectively employ over 250,000 people in the region
- Buffalo State Small Business Development Center Partner — Partners to provide management and technical assistance to start-up and existing small businesses in Erie County and the Niagara Frontier.
- Buffalo Urban Development Corporation Partner — Partners to reclaim distressed land and buildings for future development and to support private investment in the City of Buffalo.
- ECMC Corporation Partner — Hosted Thomas J. Quatroche, Jr., President and CEO of ECMC Corporation, as a speaker at the Healthcare & Human Services Industry Leaders Forum.
- Empire State Development Government — Works with New York’s chief economic development agency to promote economic growth and job creation in the region.
- Erie County Industrial Development Agency Partner — Collaborates to promote private sector industrial and business development, job creation, and economic well-being in Erie County.
- Erie County Industry Development Agency Partner — Partners to provide access to loan programs for starting businesses and purchasing supplies and equipment.
- Great Lakes Metro Chambers Coalition Coalition — Founding member advocating on regional policy issues including trade and water quality.
- Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce Partner — Reciprocal membership agreement providing joint access to events and programs.
- Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce Partner — Strategic agreement providing reciprocal associate membership for BNP members
- Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Partner — Reciprocal membership agreement providing joint access to events and programs.
- Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Partner — Strategic agreement providing reciprocal associate membership for BNP members
- IRS Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center Partner — Connects small business owners with federal tax resources and best practices through the IRS.
- Invest Buffalo Niagara Partner — Collaborates on economic development and business attraction in the Buffalo Niagara region.
- LaBella Associates Partner — Member business that relies on BNP for insights into government, economic, and policy issues affecting the region.
- Members Partner — Mobilizes members as strategic partners to advance common economic goals in the Buffalo Niagara region.
- NFIB Small Business Association Partner — Provides members with access to national advocacy updates and online resources through partnership with NFIB.
- NY SMART I-Corridor Partner — BNP serves as the Buffalo convener for the NY SMART I-Corridor initiative, collaborating on regional economic development.
- New York State Division of Minority & Women’s Business Development Partner — Connects minority and women-owned businesses with state resources and support for MWBE success.
- New York State’s Empire State Development Division of Small Business Partner — Collaborates to support small business development and expansion for businesses with under 100 employees.
- Niagara County’s Center for Economic Development Partner — Collaborates to offer grants and financial incentives to new and existing businesses in Niagara County.
- Niagara University Partner — Partnered with Niagara University for the Higher Education Industry Leaders Forum.
- Pegula family Partner — Owned and restored the historic Cobblestone building, supporting the BNP's mission.
- Radial Ventures Partner — Co-hosted the Accelerate AI event with AI experts from Radial Ventures.
- Rainbow Air Helicopter Tours Partner — Member business that uses BNP platforms to build awareness and connect with customers and peers.
- Senator April Baskin Government — Participated as speaker in BNP’s Policy Perspective event.
- Senator Patrick Gallivan Government — Participated as speaker in BNP’s Policy Perspective event.
- Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) Partner — Works with SCORE to support small business communities through mentoring and education.
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Coalition-Based Advocacy to Influence Policymethodology: coalition-based-advocacyBy organizing coalitions and monitoring legislative developments, the organization drives policy change that supports regional economic growth because collective action amplifies influence with decision-makers at all levels of government.
- Collaborative Regional Development Through Stakeholder Conveningmethodology: convening_and_collaborative_advocacyBy convening members, employers, educational institutions, and community partners, the organization drives economic growth because coordinated action across sectors leverages regional strengths more effectively than isolated efforts.
- Cross-Border Economic Integration with Canadamethodology: bi-national_economic_integrationBy advocating for policies and creating networking opportunities that reduce barriers between the U.S. and Canada, the organization strengthens regional economic growth because cross-border trade and collaboration expand market access and business competitiveness.
- Three-Legged Stool Model for Balanced Economic Developmentmethodology: three-legged_stool_modelBy coordinating land, labor, and capital as interdependent components, the organization fosters sustainable regional economic growth because imbalances in any one area undermine overall business competitiveness and development.