Westminster Economic Development Initiative (WEDI)

Westminster Economic Development Initiative (WEDI) WEDI, a nonprofit based in Buffalo, NY
Recipient of the 2023 ATHENA organizational award -- nonprofit

MWBE Certification for Small Businesses + Pitch With Purpose (IN-PERSON)Get a better understanding of MWBE certification...
05/14/2026

MWBE Certification for Small Businesses + Pitch With Purpose (IN-PERSON)

Get a better understanding of MWBE certification and learn how to confidently pitch your business. This workshop with Lyndsay Michael, Onice Castro, and Antionette McClain will cover certification basics, business opportunities, and strategies for presenting your business effectively.

This meeting will be held IN PERSON on May 21, 5:30-7:30 PM.
If you are interested in joining, please contact Antionette McClain at [email protected], or visit the link in our bio.

Monthly giving makes a lasting impact. This Monthly Giving Awareness Week, we’re grateful for supporters who choose to i...
05/13/2026

Monthly giving makes a lasting impact. This Monthly Giving Awareness Week, we’re grateful for supporters who choose to invest in WEDI’s mission year-round.

One of our monthly donors, Mimi, shares the ease of her experience setting up monthly giving to WEDI. “I was able to set up monthly giving to WEDI in under five minutes. Automated monthly giving is a quick and meaningful way to sustain WEDI’s mission to strengthen communities all year long.”

Monthly donors like Mimi make it possible for us to carry out our mission of supporting students and entrepreneurs in Western New York. Consistent support, no matter the amount, helps create lasting opportunities for the communities we serve.

Basics of Business InsuranceProtecting your business starts with understanding your coverage options. In this workshop, ...
05/13/2026

Basics of Business Insurance

Protecting your business starts with understanding your coverage options. In this workshop, Carl Chisholm will break down the basics of business insurance, including common types of coverage, risk protection, and what business owners should consider when choosing a policy.

This meeting will be held virtually on May 19, 5:30-7:30 PM.
If you are interested in joining, please contact Antionette McClain at [email protected], or visit the link in our bio.

In honor of Monthly Giving Awareness Week, we want to send a sincere thank you to our monthly donors. Your ongoing suppo...
05/11/2026

In honor of Monthly Giving Awareness Week, we want to send a sincere thank you to our monthly donors. Your ongoing support helps sustain WEDI’s mission and creates consistent opportunities for the communities we serve.

Consider becoming a recurring donor to WEDI. A donation as small as $5 a month can make a bigger difference than you think. Monthly giving provides WEDI with steady support that allows us to provide programming to students and entrepreneurs throughout Western New York. Become a recurring donor at secure.qgiv.com/for/wedi.
Should you have questions, please contact Elizabeth Lovria, CFRE, Development Officer, at [email protected]

Brand Clarity and Positioning: Building a Brand People Understand and ChooseBuild a brand people recognize, understand, ...
05/07/2026

Brand Clarity and Positioning: Building a Brand People Understand and Choose

Build a brand people recognize, understand, and choose. Join Alisha Collins of The Lish Agency for a workshop on brand clarity, positioning, and creating a stronger connection with your audience.

Alisha Collins is a visionary brand architect and creative strategist known for turning ideas into impactful experiences. As the force behind The Lish Agency, she blends storytelling, marketing, and innovation to help artists, brands, and entrepreneurs define their voice and expand their reach. With a sharp eye for aesthetics and a deep understanding of audience connection, Alisha builds brands that don’t just stand out, they resonate. Her work lives at the intersection of creativity and strategy, where culture, business, and purpose align.

This meeting will be held virtually on May 14, 5:30-7:30 PM.
If you are interested in joining, please contact Antionette McClain at [email protected], or visit the link in our bio.

Learn the basics of bookkeeping for small business success. Join Anne Cordero, Controller at the Buffalo Museum of Scien...
05/06/2026

Learn the basics of bookkeeping for small business success. Join Anne Cordero, Controller at the Buffalo Museum of Science, for an introduction to foundational bookkeeping principles and financial organization.

This meeting will be held virtually on May 12, 5:30-7:30 PM.
If you are interested in joining, please contact Antionette McClain at [email protected], or visit the link in our bio.

Library Resources + SBDCDiscover free tools, guidance, and resources to help start and grow your business. Join Carol Ko...
05/02/2026

Library Resources + SBDC

Discover free tools, guidance, and resources to help start and grow your business. Join Carol Kowalik-Happy (BECPL) and Susan McCartney (SBDC) to learn how the library and SBDC support entrepreneurs at every stage.

This meeting will be held virtually on May 7, 5:30-7:30 PM.
If you are interested in joining, please contact Antionette McClain at [email protected], or visit the link in our bio.

Hi. My name is Courtney Yonce-Swain, and I’m honored to step into the role of Interim Executive Director at the WEDI. I’...
05/01/2026

Hi. My name is Courtney Yonce-Swain, and I’m honored to step into the role of Interim Executive Director at the WEDI.

I’m deeply grateful for the trust placed in me during this time. I look forward to continuing this work together, getting to know you, learning about your motivation for supporting WEDI, and building on the strong foundation that makes this organization so special. - https://mailchi.mp/wedibuffalo/meetcourtney

Next Tuesday, May 5th, come to an in-person Business Model Canvas workshop led by Antionette McClain and Purnima Mohan o...
04/30/2026

Next Tuesday, May 5th, come to an in-person Business Model Canvas workshop led by Antionette McClain and Purnima Mohan of WEDI. Work through your business model in a guided, hands-on setting and start building a clear plan for your business.

This meeting will be held IN PERSON on May 5, 5:30-7:30 PM.
If you are interested in joining, please contact Antionette McClain at [email protected], or visit the link in our bio.

We're Hiring!The West Side Bazaar is seeking a West Side Bazaar Assistant. The West Side Bazaar Assistant is primarily r...
04/28/2026

We're Hiring!

The West Side Bazaar is seeking a West Side Bazaar Assistant. The West Side Bazaar Assistant is primarily responsible for assisting management with an array of tasks, including janitorial work, cleaning, assisting with ordering and supplies, and preparing the Bazaar for opening each morning. This is a part-time job.

West Side Bazaar is a not-for-profit business incubator and international marketplace on Buffalo’s West Side. There are currently fifteen businesses operating in the space: nine food service businesses and six retail businesses. Our business owners come from eight different countries and speak over two dozen languages.

Applications are currently being accepted and will continue until the position is filled. Email inquiries and applications only. Visit wedibuffalo.org/employment to apply.

Address

1432 Niagara Street
Buffalo, NY
14213

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17163934088

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