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SOLD OUT! HR Leaders Unplugged: Career Stories, Challenges & Breakthroughs

April 23, 2026
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Asbury Hall
341 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14202
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HR Leaders Unplugged: Career Stories, Challenges & Breakthroughs
Join fellow HR professionals for a high impact evening with local Chief Human Resources Officers sharing practical strategies on talent, culture, technology, and the evolving role of HR.
We’ll kick off the event with networking, then dive into a 90-minute moderated conversation exploring what’s working (and what isn’t) in Western New York organizations across industries.
After the moderated conversation, panelists will rotate to roundtables for small group discussions so attendees can ask targeted questions, compare approaches, and leave with actionable ideas.
Designed for everyone in HR! From early career professionals to seasoned leaders, you will receive honest insights and create meaningful connections.
Meet our esteemed panelists:
- Dr. Ian Barrett, Executive Vice President & Chief People Officer, Kaleida Health
- Andrew Cianflone, VP, Human Resources, New Era
- Laura Cianflone, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Catholic Health
- Errol Douglas, PhD., SVP and Chief HR Officer, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Paul Wilkinson, Vice President & Chief HR Officer, Moog
- Kristine Wydro, Vice President Human Resources, Tops Markets
- Lori Florack, EVP & CHRO The Lifetime Healthcare Companies (inc. Univera Healthcare)
Panel moderator: Jason Gordon, corporate developer for Express Employment International and board member of WNY NHRA
Event schedule:
5:30 PM Check in and networking
6:00 PM Panel discussion
7:30 PM Roundtables
8:15 PM Closing remarks
Cost: $10 members of BNHRA and WNY NHRA | $20 non-members | $5 students
Proceeds from this event will be shared with Stitch Buffalo and FeedMore of WNY.
BNHRA is recognized by SHRM to offer professional development credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. This program is valid for 2.5 PDC for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.
This program has been pre-approved for 2.5 general recertification credit hours toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®)

Sponsorship opportunities!
Sponsorships offer high‑value visibility with engaged HR decision‑makers and influencers across industries in Western New York. Reach engaged HR professionals and leaders across industries. Align your brand with credible, peer‑driven insights. Build authentic relationships through conversations and support the growth and connection of the Western New York HR community.
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Event Platinum Sponsor: $600
- Recognition in marketing posts and general signage areas
- Premium sponsor table to share your information with guests
- Complimentary attendance for up to 4 guests
Gold Signage Sponsor: $300
- Recognition in marketing posts
- Choice of exclusive signage at tables areas below
- Complimentary attendance for 2 guests
Silver Gift Sponsor: $200
- Recognition in marketing posts
- Signage included at the gift table
- Complimentary attendance for 1 guest
Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors: Acara Solutions + Talent Rise | APA Solutions | Imagine Group | Lawley Insurance | StaffBuffalo HRBuffalo | Univera Healthcare | USI Insurance Services
Thank you to our Gold Sponsors: AP Executive Staffing | Applied Potential Solutions | Catapult Executive Consulting
Thank you to our Silver Gift Sponsors: Atlas Alignment Growth Partners | Robert Half | Walsh Insurance
Event photography provided by Set Sail Design
Event supported by: Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC | Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield | Metrodata Services Inc
Tickets
$10.00 BNHRA Member
$10.00 WNY NHRA Member
$20.00 Non Member or Guest
$5.00 Student
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