Business professionals, entrepreneurs and community members are invited to attend the upcoming Gather and Grow Business Networking Event hosted by the Cattaraugus County Department of Economic Development, Planning & Tourism. This event is dedicated to connection, collaboration and business growth in Cattaraugus County. The event will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds, Little Valley, NY at 6:30 pm.
- Meet Key Economic Development Leaders
- Guest Speaker Joe Pillittere will be talking about “Succession Planning”
- Event highlights include: open networking, keynote speaker and light refreshments
Pre-Register
Please note that registration is not required but we just want an idea of how many people will be at the next event.
Network
This networking experience will offer attendees the opportunity to meet like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and spark potential partnerships - all in a relaxed and inspiring environment.
Speaker
The highlight of the evening will be a keynote address by Joseph Pillittere, President of the Pillittere Group, a consulting business specializing in custom training and development programs. Mr. Pillittere has taught Business and Communication classes at Jamestown Community College, Jamestown Business College, State University College at Fredonia, and Niagara University; and provides consulting services to businesses in western and central New York.
Mr. Pillittere will speak on: An Introduction to Succession Planning: How to create a successful plan on your terms and your and timeline
It is said that every business will eventually go through a transition of control and ownership. This transition can be the cause of many things, but most owners would prefer that it be the successful conclusion to their career as they enter retirement or their next “big thing.” And yet, the unfortunate reality is that many business owners may miss potential opportunities and experience unfavorable outcomes because they do not engage in adequate succession planning, if any at all. The purpose of this brief seminar is to provide some insight into succession planning and how it can lead to success on the owner’s terms and timeline rather than be left to chance. Succession planning takes time, and this seminar will give you guidance on how to start your planning now and for the future.