Harvard Business School Club of Buffalo

06/16/2026

What happens when nonprofit leaders come together to learn from one another?

For Emily Perryman, Chief Marketing Officer of Invest in Others Charitable Foundation, the answer is connection, collaboration, and community impact.

Emily first discovered the Harvard Business School Club of Buffalo's Nonprofit Management Program through LinkedIn, where she saw local professionals sharing their experiences and insights from the program.

One of the aspects she valued most was the opportunity to engage with nonprofit leaders from across Western New York, exchanging ideas, discussing real-world challenges, and building relationships that extend beyond the classroom.

"The program really helps nonprofit leaders connect with one another, discover new resources and ideas, and strengthen our collective community impact."

When leaders learn together, entire communities benefit.

06/15/2026

One of the biggest lessons Mikayla Pusatier has taken away from the Nonprofit Management Program is that organizational challenges are often more universal than we think.

As the founder of a first-year nonprofit serving more than 130 people, Mikayla was surprised to discover that many of the same leadership, communication, sustainability, and growth challenges she faces are also encountered by organizations with much larger budgets and teams.

"The scale may change, but the need for adaptability, strategy, and strong leadership does not."
Through case discussions, site visits, and conversations with fellow participants, Mikayla gained valuable insight from experienced nonprofit leaders while building skills she can apply as Miss Alternative Foundation continues to grow.

💭 Her advice to other nonprofit leaders? Invest in your development early. Learning from the experiences of others can help accelerate your impact and strengthen your organization for the future.

06/12/2026

One of Emily Perryman's biggest takeaways from the Nonprofit Management Program was a powerful lesson about leadership:

“Meaningful change rarely happens by maintaining the status quo.”

Through case discussions and conversations with fellow nonprofit leaders, Emily explored how effective leaders often need to challenge existing systems, ask difficult questions, and create space for organizations to evolve.

"Sometimes a leader's role is simply to spark change, shift thinking, or lay the groundwork for future progress."

As Chief Marketing Officer of Invest in Others Charitable Foundation, Emily understands that leadership isn't always about preserving stability. Often, it's about having the courage to drive change that strengthens an organization and increases its impact.

The Harvard Business School Club of Buffalo Management Programs are here to move local leaders’ missions further. Our Management Development Program for our for-profit leaders is almost full! Take advantage of this opportunity to step into complex decisions, challenge your thinking, and grow as a leader.

Register today, https://hbsbuffalo.com/management-program/

06/12/2026

Sometimes all it takes is one connection.

When Mikayla Pusatier was looking for networking and professional development opportunities on LinkedIn, she discovered the Harvard Business School Club of Buffalo and the Nonprofit Management Program.

As the Founder, President, and CEO of Miss Alternative Foundation, Mikayla joined the NMP to strengthen her problem-solving skills, connect with experienced leaders, and gain new perspectives on the challenges facing nonprofit organizations.

Her experience is a reminder of the power of professional networks. One conversation, one recommendation, or one LinkedIn post can open the door to new opportunities, new relationships, and new ways of thinking.

We're thrilled that Mikayla found her way to the NMP, and is now part of our growing community of nonprofit leaders dedicated to making an impact in Western New York.

Our Management Development Program for our for-profit leaders is almost full! Take advantage of this opportunity to step into complex decisions, challenge your thinking, and grow as a leader.
Register today, https://hbsbuffalo.com/management-program/

06/11/2026

Sometimes all it takes is one connection.

When Mikayla Pusatier was looking for networking and professional development opportunities on LinkedIn, she discovered the Harvard Business School Club of Buffalo and the Nonprofit Management Program.

As the Founder, President, and CEO of Miss Alternative Foundation, Mikayla joined the NMP to strengthen her problem-solving skills, connect with experienced leaders, and gain new perspectives on the challenges facing nonprofit organizations.

Her experience is a reminder of the power of professional networks. One conversation, one recommendation, or one LinkedIn post can open the door to new opportunities, new relationships, and new ways of thinking.

We're thrilled that Mikayla found her way to the NMP, and is now part of our growing community of nonprofit leaders dedicated to making an impact in Western New York.

Our Management Development Program for our for-profit leaders is almost full! Take advantage of this opportunity to step into complex decisions, challenge your thinking, and grow as a leader.
Register today,

Our Management Development Program offers a condensed, high-impact curriculum covering many of the topics found in advanced degree programs—without the time commitment of a full course of study.

06/03/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Nonprofit Management Program cohort!

This group showed up week after week ready to think critically, engage in meaningful discussion, and learn from one another.

From case discussions to site visits, new connections to new perspectives, this cohort embodies what the NMP is all about: leadership, collaboration, and impact.

We’re proud of all you’ve accomplished, and excited to see how you carry this experience forward across Western New York. Make sure to stay in touch!

06/02/2026

It truly takes a village to power the Nonprofit Management Program.

📍 Thank you to the incredible organizations that opened their doors to host this year’s NMP:

- The Buffalo Club
- Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology
- EPIC - Every Person Influences Children
- Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House
- Project Mona's House
- Northland Workforce Training Center
- Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Outreach Engagement Center
- Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy

Each site added a unique layer to the learning experience, connecting case discussions to the real work happening across Western New York.

Thank you for helping bring the Nonprofit Management Program to life!

06/01/2026

As CEO of Jericho Road Community Health Center , Allana Krolikowski, MD, leads an organization providing comprehensive, holistic care across six locations in Buffalo, spanning primary care, behavioral health, dental, pharmacy, and more.

With a background as a family medicine physician and over two decades of commitment to Jericho Road, Allana’s leadership is rooted in both clinical expertise and a deep understanding of community health.

Through the Nonprofit Management Program, Allanna focused on strengthening leadership and building connections with fellow nonprofit leaders across Western New York.

05/27/2026

The 2026 Management Development Program is already over HALF FULL, and seats are filling quickly.

For more than 70 years, the MDP has helped Western New York professionals sharpen their leadership skills through the Harvard Business School case method, tackling real-world business challenges, engaging in dynamic discussions, and learning alongside a diverse cohort of peers.

This experience is not passive learning. It’s an opportunity to step into complex decisions, challenge your thinking, and grow as a leader.

Program Details:
📅 Tuesdays, September 22 – December 8
⏰ 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Most sessions held at The Buffalo Club

If you’ve been considering the program, now is the time to act.
Once it’s full, it’s full. We run the program only once a year.

Join the next cohort of leaders shaping Western New York, https://hbsbuffalo.com/management-program/

05/26/2026

What happens when nonprofit leaders come together with a shared purpose?

For current NMP participant and CEO of Jericho Road Community Health Center , Allana Krolikowski, MD, the answer is simple: real opportunity for change.

“This program brings leaders together from nonprofits of all sizes and can serve as a catalyst for future change.”

With services that extend from Buffalo to global health initiatives in Sierra Leone, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Nepal, Jericho Road’s work reflects a commitment to care without borders.
Through the NMP, Allana is continuing to build connections, strengthen leadership, and explore how collective action can improve health and wellbeing across our region.

A powerful reminder that leadership is not just about what you build, but who you build it with.