NYS-certified MBE & WBE · Buffalo, New York · Since 2010

Events & engagement

Where projects meet the people around them.

We plan, host and staff engagement events for owners, construction managers and partners, and we teach at workshops and conferences across New York.

Upcoming events

Media Interview

Channel 4 Interview: 5/14 Memorial & Healing Center Construction Management Team

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 · WIVB Channel 4, Buffalo

Our CEO joins the construction management team for a Channel 4 interview on the 5/14 Memorial & Healing Center project.

Contractor Outreach

5/14 Memorial Contractor Session with the BCC Team

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 · Merriweather Library, Buffalo

A working session for local contractors interested in the 5/14 Memorial & Healing Center, held with the Buffalo Construction Consultants team.

Contractor Outreach

Broadway Market MWBE & SDVOB Subcontractor & Vendor Walk-Through

Thursday, November 19, 2026 · Broadway Market, Buffalo

Walk the site, meet the project team and learn about upcoming subcontractor and vendor opportunities on the Broadway Market restoration.

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What we produce

Engagement that leads somewhere.

Every event is built to make real introductions and show businesses where the opportunities are.

Talia Johnson-Huff on an Experienced Leader panel hosted by University at Buffalo Student Life

Coffee & Construction™

Our signature conversations between project teams, contractors and neighbors.

Contractor Outreach Events

Meet & greets and site walk-throughs that connect firms to bid opportunities.

Public Engagement Meetings

Clear project updates and a real chance to be heard.

Training Workshops

Certification, procurement and business classes.

Industry Conferences

Including the annual Training Day Conference & Expo.

Community Business Activation

Events that bring customers to local businesses and corridors.

Past events

Training Workshop

What Did I Miss?™ Two-Day MWBE Certification Class

November 2 & November 4, 2026 · Mon & Wed, 5:30–7:30 p.m. · Women's Business Center at Canisius University

A two-evening class on putting an MWBE certification to work, taught by Talia Johnson-Huff.

Coffee & Construction™

Coffee & Construction™ for the 5/14 Memorial & Healing Center

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 · 4:00–6:00 p.m. · Golden Cup Coffee, 1323 Jefferson Avenue, Buffalo

Conversation, connection and opportunity for contractors, workforce partners, vendors, organizations and community members interested in the 5/14 Memorial & Healing Center project. Presented with Buffalo Construction Consultants.

Coffee & Construction flyer for the 5/14 Memorial & Healing Center session at Golden Cup Coffee

Industry Conference

3rd Annual Buffalo Niagara MWBE & SDVOB Training Day Conference & Expo

Thursday, October 22, 2026 · 500 Pearl Street, Buffalo

Themed "The Return of Readiness: Less Talk. More Execution." Certification training, buyer panels and bootcamps for diverse businesses.

Contractor Outreach

Broadway Market MWBE & SDVOB Meet & Greet

Thursday, October 15, 2026 · Buffalo, NY

The first contractor meet & greet for the Broadway Market restoration.

Contractor Outreach

5/14 Memorial Contractor Meet & Greet

Thursday, October 1, 2026 · Buffalo, NY

Kickoff of contractor readiness outreach for the 5/14 Memorial & Healing Center, with Buffalo Construction Consultants.


Planning engagement for your project?

We design and run outreach for owners, construction managers and agencies, from a single meet & greet to a full engagement plan.