From Comeback City to Talent Magnet: What Buffalo Can Teach Us About Talent Attraction

The Talent Attraction Summit is headed to Buffalo and there are so many reasons beyond chicken wings to get excited to attend! Learn more about the Talent Attraction Summit HERE.

Talent is a Team Sport

Buffalo is a sports town and knows the value of teamwork. We approach talent attraction with that in mind as well. Be in Buffalo – the region’s talent attraction initiative – consistently brings together employers, governments, and economic and workforce development organizations to put forth a compelling, cohesive pitch to potential relocatees. 

Last year’s Summit in Cleveland showed the value of collaboration and Buffalo is a perfect continuation of that trend. 

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Photo by Matthew Digati courtesy Visit Buffalo

Comeback City

Think the region you represent gets a bad rap? Or maybe just no rap at all? 

Buffalo has shown how to change long-held perceptions of a place and persuade an audience. Previously known for billowing manufacturing plants, snow, and lost Super Bowls, Buffalo is now positioned as a potential refuge from climate change, boasts a booming innovation and startup economy, and is consistently lauded as a great place to visit and live

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Buffalo City Hall by Matthew Digati

Inspiration Around Every Corner

Buffalo has been dubbed America’s best planned city and is home to architectural masterpieces, including The Lafayette Hotel, built by the nation’s first female architect, and several Frank Lloyd Wright projects. 

The city’s downtown is also reactivated post-COVID. You’ll have no shortage of restaurants, bars, coffee shops, or museums to check out in your spare time. Buffalo’s highly ranked airport, free downtown subway, and walkability make getting around a breeze, too. 

Buffalo will make sure you’re just as inspired by the venues and sites as you are by the speakers. 

 

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photo by Drew Brown

Foodie’s Paradise

Buffalo is way more than just wings (but the wings are pretty great, too). National Geographic ranked Buffalo as the third best food city in the WORLD. No matter what you’re craving, you’ll find a delicious rendition at one of our incredible restaurants. 

Looking to learn more about Buffalo before visiting? Check out Visit Buffalo’s incredible (and brand spanking new!) website here.

About the author

Greg Pokriki

Greg is a creative, strategic, and community-forward communications professional with over 8 years experience in economic development and place marketing. His work has secured Buffalo national placements in top publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN News, and Forbes.