Join us!

Free lunch to be provided by
Catholic Health from Forno e Mercato

Join us Friday, November 20th for lunch at the Chamber, as well as a short presentation by our sponsor, Catholic Health.

Join Catholic Health for lunch and conversation as they share how they're working to build healthier communities across Western New York. Learn how their commitment to compassionate care, innovation, and community partnerships is helping transform healthcare and improve access to quality care for those they serve. To learn more about Catholic Health's high quality, comprehensive care, visit their website.

Business of the Year Award

LaBella Associates

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Commitment to Excellence Award

Lumsden McCormick

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Entrepreneurship Award

Top Seedz

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Family-Owned Business Award

HUNT Real Estate

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Community Stewardship Award

Child & Family Services

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Woman of Distinction Award

Laura Montante-Zaepfel (Uniland)

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We accept nominations all year round, and they are kept on file for each year's celebration. To nominate a person, business, or organization, send an email to memberservices@amherst.org with details about why you feel they are deserving of being recognized.

Thank you to Ashley Bringenberg Photography for taking photos throughout the night. View the full photo album by clicking the button below!

Thank you to everyone who attended The Event: Celebrating Business Excellence at Salvatore's Italian Gardens. If you enjoyed the venue, you can learn more about their banquet opportunities here.

Early Bird Discount Available

Until 11/30

Help make a local family's holiday season one to remember! Stop by the Chamber office to take a tag off the tree or to see a full wish list. Drop off your donation by Friday, December 4th. All donations may also be shipped directly to the Chamber office, 400 Essjay Rd., Suite 150, Williamsville, NY 14221. All items will be donated to Child & Family Services and Haven House.

Donations Accepted Through Friday, November 6th!

Drop off your donation at your convenience at the Chamber office

8:30am to 4pm Monday-Friday.

WNY Career & Internship Fair

Thursday, November 12th

1-4 p.m.

Buffalo Niagara Marriott, 1340 Millersport Highway, Amherst, NY 14221

Register Here

Tour of The Assembly House

Friday, November 13th

12-1 p.m.

150 Edward St., Buffalo, NY 14201

$15

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The U.S. Small Business Administration will honor America's 1.6 million veteran-owned small businesses during this week. This year's theme is "Honoring Veteran-Owned, American Made" and includes a different focus on each day of the week, including manufacturing, contracting, and access to capital. There are virtual/online and in-person events across the country, and new ones are being added every day.

Website in a Week Workshop

Tuesday, November 10th & Thursday, November 12th

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Canisius University, Science Hall, 1901 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14208

$20

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Starting Your Own Business Workshop

Saturday, November 14th

8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

1901 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14208

$55 Early Bird | $75 After November 10th

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The Sustainable Business Summit is the Western New York Sustainable Business Roundtable’s annual flagship event and the region’s premier platform for sustainable business leadership.

This year’s Summit will take place on Tuesday, November 17, at 500 Pearl in Buffalo. The 2026 theme, Clarity in a Changing World, is a challenge and an invitation to cut through the noise, confront uncertainty, and discover what sustainable business success can look like. The 2026 Sustainable Business Summit is a chance to step back, find your footing, and leave with the focus and tools to move your business forward with clarity. Expect honest conversations, fresh perspectives from inside and outside WNY, and concrete moves you can make the moment you're back at your desk.

The program will feature an inspiring keynote speaker, expert-led breakout sessions, deep-dive workshops, and energizing networking, all designed to help turn sustainability ideas into practical action.