Members
Beauty Industry
Company Deliverables
KaLu Salon & Spa offers a full range of salon and spa services, including haircuts, styling, coloring, lash extensions, makeup, facials, waxing, and nail care. We specialize in non-toxic products and personalized treatments, catering to both everyday and special occasion needs, including bridal services. Our team prioritizes education and high-quality service to ensure a safe and luxurious experience for every client.
Ideal Customer
KaLu Salon & Spa’s ideal clientele includes individuals seeking high-quality, non-toxic beauty and wellness services. This includes women and men looking for expert hair care, skincare, and nail treatments, as well as those preparing for special occasions like weddings. Their focus on education and personalized care also appeals to clients who prioritize holistic beauty, sustainability, and professional expertise in their self-care routines.
Bio
Erin is deeply invested in health, wellness, and beauty from the inside out, striving to educate clients on home care and the best products for their unique needs. Her goal is to ensure every client leaves feeling pampered, refreshed, and confident. Originally from Central New York, Erin moved to Western New York in 2018 to support her younger sister through college. When she’s not in the spa, she enjoys exploring new cities, hiking scenic trails, attending live music events, and cozying up with her cat, a good book, and a cup of coffee.
Photography
Company Deliverables
Ideal Customer
Anyone who needs photography services
Bio
My serious interest in photography began during the Vietnam War. While stationed in Southeast Asia I purchased my first good camera and read the directions, which said, “load film, start business”. So after a four year stint in the Air Force, that’s exactly what I did. Like many, I was mesmerized the first time I saw a black and white print come up in the tray. It’s many years later, and I’m still mesmerized by the almost unlimited possibilities of photography in its current incarnation.
But technology aside, nothing is more important than light and developing the ability to “see”. A wise man once said “a photograph is nothing more than a picture of light”. And he was right.
There’s an expression, a phrase, that’s been around photography for a very long time. It’s actually the answer to a question. The question usually comes about when someone is viewing what they consider to be an especially impressive photograph. The question goes something like, “how did you do that?” or “what camera did you use?” or “what lens and f-stop?”. The answer is always the same. “F8 and be there”. Actually the “F8” part doesn’t really matter. The “be there” part is what really matters.
It’s easy getting comfortable in our lives. The big-screen TV, the computer, the phone, yadda, yadda, yadda. But here’s the trick. Get up. Put on your coat. Grab your camera and go. Be there. Be where the light is. Wait for it to do something interesting. And then push the button.
Accounting
Company Deliverables
We provide small business compliance support, bookkeeping, QuickBooks training and Consulting.
Ideal Customer
Small businesses that need assistance in everything from bookkeeping to compliance (insurance, sales tax, etc)
Bio
I grew up in North Niagara county, youngest of 9 children. I currently live in North Tonawanda with my husband. I am the proud parent of 2 successful, happily married children and have 1 grandchild with another on the way. My father was self-employed, so I learned early the struggles of small businesses. I have found myself surrounded by owners of businesses throughout my career. LDS Consulting was founded in 2002 and after working my entire career in the corporate world, I decided to pursue helping as many small businesses as possible.
Massage Therapist
Hertel Address: 1413 Hertel Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216 (Enter Through The North Park Door)
Company Deliverables
Massage therapy involves the manipulation of the soft tissue structures of the body to prevent and alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasms, decrease stress, and to promote health and wellness
Ideal Customer
Anyone with chronic pain or stress.
Business Owners, Companies that need a WBE consultant, Individuals needing attention for their personal property assets.
Bio
Our commitment is to create a truly holistic and unique experience, in a caring and professional environment. Our mission is to become an essential element in maintaining a healthy body and mind emanating from the inside out.
In 2015, Laura was brought on to the Buffalo Bills team as one of their massage therapists. It continues to be an honor to work with the Bills team players.
Mechanical Services
Company Deliverables
Mechanical Services
New York State Inspections
Collision Services
Frame Straightening
Auto Sales
Ideal Customer
Family Cars and Trucks, Delivery Vans, Rental Cars, Plumbing Vans & Trucks, Fleet Accounts Business Vehicles.
Bio
2480 Auto was started back in 2007 and has continued to grow from then to now, and into the foreseeable future. One of the advantages we bring to our customers is that we are a NAPA Auto Care store and we are a AAA facility. Another benefit to our customers is we accept all insurance carriers and warranty companies.
Cleaning Service
Company Deliverables
Arch Halo Industry Standards is a small local owned cleaning business, which since 2011 has been providing initially, commercial cleaning services to industries such as small businesses, call-centers, warehouses, Dr.s offices and medical facilities. We keep a private relationship with our clients. As we grow, we don’t look to be the largest, however we do strive to (as the company name says), set the “Industry Standards” with the top level of services provided. Our services are available via referral and appointment only. We provide Full Commercial Cleaning services, including: 1x cleans, clean outs/junk removal, rental turnovers, presale & post sale cleans, and post construction.
Ideal Customer
Bio
Gabriel Johnson is a local native and graduate of Erie Community College ’12 & ’13, as well as a Buffalo State College graduate ’16. He has been a member of WNYPRO Since 2017. Outside of working, he enjoys spending his time as a radio personality, cooking and eating, getting lost in nature, as well as using his degrees volunteering throughout the buffalo area and at Nickel City Church.
CPA
Company Deliverables
Services include: Tax planning Tax compliance (Individuals and entities of all sizes and types, multi-state taxation, international tax, payroll and sales tax) Review services Consulting services include “outside controller”, and entity selection
Ideal Customer
I enjoy working with individuals that are excited about their business. They are great at what they do, but know they do not know accounting and taxation. This affords me the opportunity to work with them on a regular basis and be part of their management team. I provide periodical financial statements for discussion with management.
Bio
Born in Utica, NY; Raised in Wilson, NY; Cum Laude graduate at Niagara University. Married and proud “parent” to Brinklie and Brandie (Our Golden Retrievers) I am an avid sports fan and we love to vacation in the Southwest part of the country.
Financial Services
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Ideal Customer
Bio
Home Aid
Company Deliverables
- Nursing Assessment
- Home Safety Assessment
- Nutrition Assessment
- Scheduling of Care Takers (companion care, PCA, HHA, CAN, LPN, RN)
- Payroll service for caretakers
Ideal Customer
Individuals living independently in the community in need of medical services / housekeeping services. Including (Nursing care, light housekeeping, meal prep, laundry, medication administration, bathing, dressing, & exercise).
My background has afforded me a wealth of experience to be able to serve a wide variety of clients. I am as ideal accountant for the person or entity that has a “routine” as I am for the person or entity that has some complexity to them. We my practice, you get quality service, personal attention and reasonable fees.
Bio
A family owned independent home care referral service. We offer a variety of trained health care professionals. We are licensed with NY State Department of Labor.
Promotional Products
Marinette Kozlow
Inspired Buffalo LLC
Owner
Address: 115 Hertel Ave
Phone:(716) 545-5544
Email: mak@inspiredbuffalo.com
Website: www.inspiredbuffalo.com
Bio
Marinette Kozlow, based in Buffalo, NY’s Black Rock area, occupies a mixed-use space rich in family history. Purchasing and renovating the building where her mother ran Tony’s Deli for 35 years, Marinette, along with her husband, now calls it home.
A SUNY Buffalo graduate with a degree in graphic design, Marinette brings three decades of experience in print and design, specializing in garment and product printing.
As the owner of Inspired Buffalo LLC, Marinette is skilled at guiding branding projects from conception to completion, offering expertise in everything from t-shirts to trade show displays. With her extensive network and deep knowledge, Marinette is ready to tackle any print job or direct you to the right resources if needed.
Real Estate
Robert Nowak
MJ Peterson
Real Estate Salesperson
Address: 1244 Niagara Falls Blvd, Tonawanda, NY 14150
Phone: (716) 380-7305
Email: bobnow1964@gmail.com
Website: mjpeterson.com/
Company Deliverables
Represents buyers and sellers, negotiating on their behalf. Prepares contracts, works with attorneys and lenders from contract to close.
Ideal Customer
Buyers or sellers looking to upsize or downsize in the WNY region.
Bio
I was born and raised in Buffalo and moved to Wheatfield in 1993.I recently returned to North Buffalo in 2018. I started working in the Engineering field in 1984 as a Control System Engineer and did extensive travel domestic as well as international. I applied for my Real Estate License in 2005 and left the Engineering field for a full time position as an Independent contractor in the Real Estate industry.
I Love what I do now. Selling Real Estate is not a job as much as it is a lifestyle. In my spare time I have played lead guitar in many bands over the last 22 years and taught guitar lessons in a local music store. I have built my business one client at a time. Most of my business comes from referrals from past clients that were pleased with my service to them in helping them get to the next phase in their lives by selling and finding them a home.
Waterproofing
Frank Nati
Frank’s Basement Systems
Certified Foundations & Weatherproofing
Address: 90 Pearce Ave. Tonawanda, NY 14150
Phone: (716) 583-4346
Email: fnati@franksbasements.com
Website: franksbasements.com
Bio
Frank is our Senior Systems Design Specialist and has over 40 years of experience in working in the home improvement industry. With this involvement, he is familiar with all aspects of waterproofing, crawl space repair, foundation repair, and plumbing. He is a “Certified Waterproofing Specialist with Basement Systems & Certified Foundation Repair Specialist with Foundation Support Works”. Frank prides himself on designing solutions to the most complex issues homeowners face when waterproofing or repairing the foundation of their home.
With his professional experience in the industry, Frank’s Basement Systems saw what an asset Frank would be to the company and brought him on board. Frank brings a focused, intelligent approach to each job he is involved with and is a true professional. He is a trusted member of Frank’s Basement Systems and upholds the high standards of the company.
He is a graduate of St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute, and an alumnus of Bryant and Stratton Business Institute and State University of New York at Buffalo. In his spare time, Frank enjoys hunting, fishing, and golfing.
Frank’s Basement Systems is part of a group of more than 400 of the best waterproofing and foundation repair contractors in the world that have exclusive access to patented products, procedures and systems training. Our mission is to provide the very best, proven solutions to everyday waterproofing and foundation problems and provide peace of mind and permanent lasting results for our customers.