West Herr WBEN Buffalo Business Report - Thursday, April 3rd, 2025

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Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - Catholic Charities of Buffalo's Appeal 2025 has passed $5 million raised, which is 59% of the $8.5 million goal. Last year, the campaign didn't raise $5 million until April 23rd. Appeal 2025 ends June 30th.

D'Youville University has named Jeff Matthews its new Chief Marketing Officer. Matthews comes over from the Buffalo Bills, where he was Vice President of Media and Content since 2018. In his new role, Matthews will develop ad campaigns, manage social media and analyze market research.

A significant honor for Wegmans, as the grocery store placed 6th on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2025. It's the 28th time Wegmans made the list.

HUNT Real Estate ranked 28th in transaction sides and 60th in closed sales in RISMedia's 2024 Power Broker Report. HUNT President Charlie Hunt says the rankings are a testament to the professionalism of their staff.

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