Buffalo Most Admired CEOs

Overview

Buffalo Most Admired CEOs is an annual Buffalo Business First recognition honoring top chief executives in the Buffalo region, typically selected through the publication’s editorial awards process and public-facing nomination campaign. Companies and executives pursue it for local visibility, peer recognition, and association with one of Western New York’s better-known business publications, which gives the award regional credibility and media exposure.

Eligibility Requirements

• Nominee must be a CEO or equivalent top executive in the Buffalo / Western New York market
• Nomination is submitted through Buffalo Business First / The Business Journals nomination system
• Must be part of the 2026 awards cycle