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Event Overview
Register TodayMeet, Mingle & Market Buffalo Small Biz Pop-Up
“Where Connections Are Made!”
Date: Friday, June 7, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: The Ruth, 523 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14203
Sponsored by Walmart and Watson Institute
Event Description
Join us for a fun, high-energy celebration of Buffalo’s incredible small business community!
Meet, Mingle & Market is a curated pop-up experience that brings together local entrepreneurs, creatives, and small business owners for a day of networking, inspiration, and community support.
This event was created as part of the Watson Institute’s Retail Readiness Entrepreneurship Training Program, a project assigned to empower local entrepreneurs like myself to bring impactful ideas to life.
What to Expect
Local Small Biz Market
Shop amazing products from local vendors, artisans, and makers.
Business Resource Speakers
Gain insight from local business support organizations offering tools, funding opportunities, and services to help you grow and scale your business.
Networking Lounge and Shopping
Mingle with fellow entrepreneurs, potential collaborators, and community leaders.
Raffle Giveaway
Two beautifully designed gift sets will be raffled off!
Just $1 for 5 tickets—grab yours and get glowing!
Live energy, real conversations, and community connection
Why Attend?
- Support and discover local businesses
- Learn from resource leaders and business professionals
- Find funding and mentorship opportunities
- Connect, collaborate, and grow in a space designed for community
About the Organizer
This event is proudly hosted by Jessica Dorsett, founder of JMCandles and Home, and developed as part of her capstone project for the Retail Readiness Entrepreneurship Training Program powered by Watson Institute and supported by Walmart.
