M&T Bank Emerging Entrepreneurs Program

CEL Emerging Entrepreneurs Class of 2024.

Class of 2024

Designed to assist historically underrepresented entrepreneurs grow their businesses to the next stage of development. 

The M&T Bank Emerging Entrepreneurs program is presented by the UB School of Management’s Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership and is partially funded with a generous grant from M&T Bank.

The Emerging Entrepreneur program will help you move your company to the next stage of development. You will work with a mentor, attend biweekly business development seminars and networking events, and complete a revised or newly developed business plan.

Who Should Apply

You should apply to the Emerging Entrepreneur program if you:

  • Are the owner of an emerging business with annual revenue below $300,000
  • Wish to formulate clear objectives to guide the development of your business plan
  • Strive to learn and connect with organizations and resources - public and private - that can assist with the development of your business

To apply, you must own a business in the Buffalo-Niagara region. 

Application Process

The Fall 2024 cohort is now full but we encourage you to complete an application to join our waitlist for future cohort openings.

Learn More

To obtain program fees, request a brochure or learn more, contact the CEL at mgt-cel@buffalo.edu or 716-885-5715.