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Where ideas grow into businesses & dreams become a reality.

At The Exchange at Beverly Gray, get the resources you need to reach new customers, access funding, and build a successful business.

THE EXCHANGE

The Exchange at Beverly Gray is the premier Entrepreneur Service Organization specifically serving the underrepresented and BIPOC entrepreneurial community in Buffalo, NY. Located on the east side of Buffalo, our 501(c)3 aims to be a conduit for individual entrepreneurial growth and business development while providing resources for success.

Established by Mayor Byron Brown and with partnership from the University at Buffalo, we are the first Incubator and Coworking Space in WNY specifically serving BIPOC and underrepresented entrepreneurs and business owners.

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The Exchange's Success Stories

Read on how The Exchange is helping to develop the next generation of entrepreneurs across Western New York. Through intentional collaboration, technology-driven resources, workshops, and dedicated mentors, we pride ourselves on helping entrepreneurs accomplish their next milestones while on the path to success.

Come spend the day at the first incubator and coworking spaces specifically serving underrepresented and BIPOC entrepreneurs and business owners.

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News and Stories

Upcoming Events & Workshops

  • 1st Annual National Black Business Month Brunch at Larkin Square
    1st Annual National Black Business Month Brunch at Larkin Square
    Sold Out
    Sun, Sep 01
    Buffalo
    Sep 01, 2024, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Buffalo, 745 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14210
    Join us as we close out and celebrate National Black Business Month in Larkin Square. Food Trucks, Vendors, Music, & more!
  • 3rd Annual National Black Business Month Celebration - We Are The Culture!
    3rd Annual National Black Business Month Celebration - We Are The Culture!
    Sold Out
    Sat, Aug 31
    Buffalo
    Aug 31, 2024, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Buffalo, 1 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
    Join us as we close out and celebrate National Black Business Month in downtown Buffalo at Seneca One Tower. Fireside Chat, Food Trucks, Vendors, Music, & more!
  • The Business of Art at Buffalo AKG Art Museum
    The Business of Art at Buffalo AKG Art Museum
    RSVP Closed
    Fri, Aug 23
    Buffalo AKG Art Museum
    Aug 23, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Buffalo AKG Art Museum, 1285 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, New York 14222
    Join us on Friday, August 23rd from 6:00-8:00 PM for "The Business of Art!" In celebration ofNational Black Business Month, The Exchange at Beverly Gray in partnership with Buffalo AKG Art Museum will be hosting an expert speaker series for local creatives. A networking reception will be held direct
  • 3rd Annual Black Business Month Block Party!
    3rd Annual Black Business Month Block Party!
    Sold Out
    Wed, Aug 21
    Buffalo
    Aug 21, 2024, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Buffalo, 334 E Utica St., Buffalo, NY 14208
    Join us for our 3rd Annual Black Business Month Block Party at The Exchange - Food Trucks, Vendors, Music, & more!
  • The Business of Excel: Workshop Edition
    The Business of Excel: Workshop Edition
    RSVP Closed
    Wed, Jul 31
    Zoom
    Jul 31, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Zoom
    Join us virtually at The Exchange for an introductory workshop to learn Microsoft Excel skills for small business owners. Topics covered include shortcuts, referencing, basic formulas and IF statements. RSVP today!
  • The Business of Co-Ops: Workshop Edition
    The Business of Co-Ops: Workshop Edition
    RSVP Closed
    Thu, Jul 25
    Zoom
    Jul 25, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Zoom
    Join us virtually at The Exchange for an introductory workshop for small business owners seeking to start-up a new cooperative or convert an existing business into worker ownership. RSVP today!
  • The Business of Trademarks: Workshop Edition
    The Business of Trademarks: Workshop Edition
    RSVP Closed
    Wed, Jul 24
    Zoom
    Jul 24, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Zoom
    Join us virtually at The Exchange for an introductory workshop "Use It or Lose It:" a presentation on how to protect one's business interest through the use of trademarks. RSVP today!

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