INFOTECH NIAGARA INC

ORCHARD PARK, NY · EIN 161546418 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · Micro (<$100K) · infotechwny.com

revenue

$53K

expenses

$49K

net assets

$50K

employees

—

mission · from form 990

INFOTECH NIAGARA IS A DIVERSE COALITION OF COMPANIES AND INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED IN INFORMATION AND COMPUTER TECHNOLOGIES, PROVIDING ACCESS TO INFORMATION AND CONTACTS WHICH COMPANIES NEED OR ARE INTERESTED IN EXPLORING. THIS HAPPENS THROUGH DIFFERENT FORUMS INCLUDING INFORMAL DISCUSSIONS, PRESENTATIONS, JOB BANKS, MONTHLY PROGRAMS, AND RESOURCE DATABASE.

profile · synthesized from sources

Infotech Niagara Inc, operating as Infotech WNY, is a membership coalition of technology companies and professionals in Western New York. It supports the regional tech ecosystem through networking forums, workforce development, and recognition programs. The organization fosters collaboration, innovation, and inclusive growth across the information and computer technology sectors.

named programs · 1 · from sources

What they call their work

BETAS Awards

An annual awards program recognizing excellence and innovation across the Western New York technology community in categories such as leadership, education, diversity, and emerging technology.

activities · 5 groups

What they do

Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Hosts annual BETAS awards event to recognize technology excellence
  
  Organizes the annual Buffalo's Emerging Technology Award Showcase (BETAS), an awards ceremony and free technology showcase that honors outstanding individuals and organizations in the Western New York IT community. The event includes recognition of innovation and contributions to the regional technology sector.
Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Organizes educational and networking events for technology professionals
  
  Hosts monthly programs, informal discussions, presentations, and networking forums to connect IT professionals and foster knowledge exchange in Western New York. These events support community building and professional development across sectors including manufacturing, government, education, and services.
Professional Job Board & Career Placement Services 1 activity
- Provides access to professional resources and databases for IT professionals
  
  Offers a resource database, job banks, and professional contact networks to support companies and individuals in information and computer technologies. This service enables access to information and career opportunities within the Western New York tech community.
Corporate Sponsorship Programs 1 activity
- Secures sponsorships to fund technology programs and events
  
  Obtains annual sponsorships to finance programs, events, and initiatives that support the Western New York technology ecosystem, including the BETAS awards and educational events. Sponsorship funding also provides brand exposure opportunities for contributing organizations.
Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Supports workforce development, student outreach, and entrepreneurship
  
  Implements programs focused on workforce development, student outreach, entrepreneurship, and regional collaboration in the Western New York technology sector. These initiatives include student memberships, career development support, and sponsorship-funded activities designed to strengthen the regional tech ecosystem.

financials · form 990EZ · fy2024

revenue

Total revenue$53K

Contributions & grants——

Program service revenue$46K87%

Investment income——

Other revenue$3K

expenses

Total expenses$49K

Program expenses—

Admin / overhead—

Fundraising—

Salaries & benefits—

Grants paid out$626

balance sheet

Total assets$50K

Cash—

Investments—

Liabilities—

Net assets$50K

3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +26.3%

leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 12

ARMAND MORRISON — BOARD MEMBER
BELINDA ROSKWITALSKI — BOARD MEMBER
BRIAN LEHMAN — BOARD MEMBER
CRAIG SAVAGE — BOARD MEMBER
DARRICK KRISTICH — BOARD MEMBER
JOE PEACOCK — BOARD MEMBER
KARL NEWELL — BOARD MEMBER
LIZ SUJKA — BOARD MEMBER
MARGARET SHEA — BOARD MEMBER/TREASURER
NICHOLAS CORCORAN — BOARD MEMBER/CHAIRMAN
PAUL AVERY — BOARD MEMBER/SECRETARY
SAM MARRAZZO — BOARD MEMBER

relationships · 11

Who they work with

BETA Awards & Technology Showcase Partner — Co-hosts and integrates sponsor recognition into the BETA Awards & Technology Showcase events.
Board of Directors Coalition — Volunteer board composed of representatives from service, consulting, and educational organizations in the Western New York community.
Board of Directors Network — Volunteer board composed of representatives from service, consulting, and educational organizations across the community.
Buffalo's Emerging Technology Award Showcase Network — Hosts the annual BETAS event to honor IT professionals and organizations in the WNY region.
InfoTech WNY Network — INFOTECH NIAGARA INC operates as InfoTech WNY, hosting regional technology events and initiatives.
InfoTech WNY Network — Organization participates as a sponsoring member in the InfoTech WNY network.
Starchapter Partner — Technology provider for membership and event management, indicated by footer branding.
Starchapter Partner — Uses Starchapter's platform for processing Annual Sponsoring Membership purchases.
The Powerhouse by The Rich Entertainment Group Partner — Venue partner hosting the 2026 BETAS awards event.
The Rich Entertainment Group Partner — Venue partner hosting the event at The Powerhouse.
WNY Metro Roberts Realty Partner — Organization represented by a member who participates in and supports Infotech WNY activities.

strategies · 5

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.

Community Recognition as a Catalyst for Sector Elevation

methodology: community-recognition
By publicly recognizing achievements in the local technology sector through awards and showcases, the organization increases visibility and pride in the regional tech community, because celebration of excellence motivates participation and attracts broader engagement.
Mutual-Value Sponsorship Model for Ecosystem Growth

methodology: mutual-value sponsorship model
By offering sponsors brand visibility and access to technology leaders in exchange for financial support, the organization secures resources while deepening industry engagement, because aligned incentives foster sustained investment in the regional tech ecosystem.
Networked Knowledge Sharing and Professional Collaboration

methodology: networked-knowledge-sharing
By creating structured and informal forums for technology professionals and companies to exchange knowledge, resources, and employment opportunities, INFOTECH NIAGARA INC strengthens regional collaboration and innovation, because shared learning and peer connections accelerate collective growth in the tech ecosystem.
Technology-Focused Summits to Drive Innovation

methodology: technology-summit-engagement
By organizing annual summits on emerging fields like AI and machine learning, the organization supports innovation and growth in the data-driven economy, because concentrated, expert-led engagement accelerates adoption and regional competitiveness.
Workforce Pipeline Development through Early Industry Exposure

methodology: workforce_pipeline_development
By engaging students early and connecting them with industry professionals, the organization builds a qualified local IT workforce pipeline, because early exposure increases career awareness and aligns talent development with regional employer needs.