All businesses listed in the Buffalo First Local Directory are local and independent.

By Stepout Buffalo

Buffalo Business First compiled resources to assist businesses.

A compilation of state government resources and links for small and mid-sized businesses, from emergency financial relief to counseling services.

City of Buffalo guide.

Listing of resources from IN BN.

The Office of Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (OMWBE) is responsible for ensuring that the Office of General Services (OGS) and its hosted agencies comply with the provisions of New York State Executive Law, Article 15A and the rules and regulations set forth in 5NYCRR, Part 140 – 145 and New York State Executive Law, 17-B and the rules and regulations set forth in 9NYCRR, G I 252. These policies are intended to promote and encourage participation by minority and women-owned businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses in state contracting opportunities.

New York (Buffalo) district office information.

43North is an accelerator that hosts an annual startup competition, investing $5M per year to attract and retain high-growth companies in Buffalo, NY.

Ignite Buffalo is a business grant and mentorship program that promotes sustainable growth, job creation, and ongoing education to local small business owners.