About me
A passion for marketing, public relations, and showmanship
A native of Buffalo, Marty Biniasz brings extensive expertise in marketing, public relations, event management, crisis communications, and promotions. He currently serves as Director of Marketing & Fair Development for the James E. Strates Shows, one of North America’s premier outdoor amusement and entertainment providers. In this role, Biniasz oversees comprehensive advertising campaigns, marketing communications, media relations, guest promotions, and social media strategies along the company’s annual route across the Eastern Seaboard. He previously served as Marketing Manager for the Erie County Fair in Hamburg, New York.
Earlier in his career, Biniasz was Director of Marketing for Western Regional Off Track Betting (OTB), managing promotions for OTB locations, Batavia Downs Raceway, and Batavia Downs Casino. His experience also includes serving as Marketing Manager with Delaware North Companies Inc. Gaming and Entertainment at Fairgrounds Gaming and Raceway. Biniasz held the position of Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing at Niagara University, a Division I NCAA institution.
His marketing and event management background further includes roles such as Manager for Fundraising Events and Marketing at Western New York Public Broadcasting, where he played a pivotal role in establishing the Buffalo Niagara Guitar Festival and participated in on-air fundraising initiatives. He served as Sales and Marketing Manager at WNGS-TV in Buffalo, contributing to the development of UPN television affiliates. Additionally, he worked as a public relations specialist for Sweet Home Central School District and as an anchor/reporter at radio stations WJJL-Niagara Falls, WPIG-Olean, WESB-Bradford, PA, and WBEN-Buffalo.
Recognized as an innovative leader and creative thinker in Western New York, Biniasz is deeply involved in community and civic initiatives. He is a founding member and past president of the Buffalo Broadcasting Association and a graduate of Leadership Niagara. In 2005, he received the Ampol Eagle Newspaper's Citizen of the Year Award for promoting Buffalo's Polish heritage. He served as Chairman of the City of Buffalo’s Broadway Market Advisory Task Force and is the co-founder of Dyngus Day Buffalo, including its renowned annual parade. He is co-Founder of Forgotten Buffalo & Forgotten Buffalo Tours, offering historical and architectural tours throughout the city.
In recognition of his community contributions, Biniasz was honored by Buffalo Business First as a Forty Under 40 award recipient. He previously served as Marketing & Public Relations Chairman for the Central Terminal Restoration Corporation and was a Parish Council member at St. Stanislaus Bishop & Martyr Church.
In 2014, Visit Buffalo Niagara recognized Biniasz as Marketing Tourism Professional of the Year. Additionally, Biniasz has authored three books published by Arcadia Publishing: two detailing the Erie County Fair’s rich history and one exploring the legacy of Buffalo Radio.
Earlier in his career, Biniasz was Director of Marketing for Western Regional Off Track Betting (OTB), managing promotions for OTB locations, Batavia Downs Raceway, and Batavia Downs Casino. His experience also includes serving as Marketing Manager with Delaware North Companies Inc. Gaming and Entertainment at Fairgrounds Gaming and Raceway. Biniasz held the position of Assistant Athletic Director for Marketing at Niagara University, a Division I NCAA institution.
His marketing and event management background further includes roles such as Manager for Fundraising Events and Marketing at Western New York Public Broadcasting, where he played a pivotal role in establishing the Buffalo Niagara Guitar Festival and participated in on-air fundraising initiatives. He served as Sales and Marketing Manager at WNGS-TV in Buffalo, contributing to the development of UPN television affiliates. Additionally, he worked as a public relations specialist for Sweet Home Central School District and as an anchor/reporter at radio stations WJJL-Niagara Falls, WPIG-Olean, WESB-Bradford, PA, and WBEN-Buffalo.
Recognized as an innovative leader and creative thinker in Western New York, Biniasz is deeply involved in community and civic initiatives. He is a founding member and past president of the Buffalo Broadcasting Association and a graduate of Leadership Niagara. In 2005, he received the Ampol Eagle Newspaper's Citizen of the Year Award for promoting Buffalo's Polish heritage. He served as Chairman of the City of Buffalo’s Broadway Market Advisory Task Force and is the co-founder of Dyngus Day Buffalo, including its renowned annual parade. He is co-Founder of Forgotten Buffalo & Forgotten Buffalo Tours, offering historical and architectural tours throughout the city.
In recognition of his community contributions, Biniasz was honored by Buffalo Business First as a Forty Under 40 award recipient. He previously served as Marketing & Public Relations Chairman for the Central Terminal Restoration Corporation and was a Parish Council member at St. Stanislaus Bishop & Martyr Church.
In 2014, Visit Buffalo Niagara recognized Biniasz as Marketing Tourism Professional of the Year. Additionally, Biniasz has authored three books published by Arcadia Publishing: two detailing the Erie County Fair’s rich history and one exploring the legacy of Buffalo Radio.
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