Jim Fink recently completed his 35-year career with American City Business Journals – the owner of Buffalo Business First. Jim returned to Western New York in 1987 to serve on the editorial team at Business First. His reporting and feature stories helped Business First grow to become the must-read print and online publication in Western New York for real-time business news. During his tenure, Jim broke thousands of stories on the region’s economic development, real estate, tourism, hospitality, and the business of sports. He accomplished this by building relationships and earning the trust of community leaders in both the government and private sectors. An award-winning journalist, Jim represented Business First as both a moderator and a panelist at numerous summits, programs and events, at which he shared his keen knowledge and insights on regional economic development, real estate, hospitality and tourism. Jim’s work in these areas were featured in more than five special publications he created and produced, which increased Business First’s readership and circulation. These include the annual “Build WNY” that focused on the economic development activity in the eight Western New York county region and the yearly real estate round up that highlighted major commercial and residential transactions in Erie County. Jim’s network is large. His interviews span the globe. He has individually spoken with community leaders, government officials at the local, state and national levels, business executives and small business owners, Hall of Fame athletes, music legends, and even King Charles. An avid sports fan, Jim also provides editorial content related to the NFL and NHL for the Associated Press, Hockey News, and the Sporting News.. A Buffalo Niagara region native and graduate of SUNY Buffalo State University, Jim is actively engaged in the community he is proud to call home. He is an original committee member and participant of the 11-Day Power Play and has served on committees for the Park School( his primary and high school alma mater) Shea’s Performing Arts Center, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Brothers of Mercy.. Jim has also served with leadership positions on the boards of the Cerebral Palsy Association (now Aspire of Western New York) and the Taste of Buffalo, Jim resides in Amherst with his wife, Jill. He can be found around town on walks with his dog, Iko, and at area hockey rinks, racquetball courts, restaurants, and concert venues.
Jim Fink
Several Million Dollar Properties Sell in Western New York
A quintet of northern Erie County suburban properties - all selling for more than $1 million - have landed new owners.
Fire Damaged Building Sold For Over $1 Million in Western New York
An Amherst building that was damaged in a 2021 fire has been sold and will soon find a new life as a warehouse/flex space facility.
Uniland Developing Major Campus in Buffalo New York?
The Amherst-based company is seeking the first of city approvals needed for the project to advance.
West Herr Expanding BMW Dealership in Clarence, New York
The need for additional space to showcase used vehicles, prompted the West Herr Automotive Group to acquire a recently-closed Clarence motel, setting the stage for an expansion of its neighboring BMW dealership.
Getzville Apartment Sale Sets New Record in Western New York
The sale of a Getzville area apartment complex has set a new, local benchmark for “sale per unit” investment transactions.
Steel Company Plans Expansion in Buffalo, New York
A growth in business is sparking an expansion plan by a fourth-generation-owned Buffalo manufacturer.
New Mobile Home Community Coming to Western New York
Stephen Development hopes to begin work this year on a similar complex in the Village of Akron.
Successful CEO Retires in Western New York
Steve Hyde, the long-time president and CEO of the Genesee County Economic Development Corp., has announced his retirement
Developer Jemal Buys $2.55 million Property in Buffalo, New York
Developer/investor Douglas Jemal has added to his growing downtown Buffalo portfolio.
Vacant Medical Building Sells for $200,000 in Western New York
A former medical office-anchored building in the Town of Tonawanda may soon find new life as a mixed-use property.