WEBINAR
SMART BUSINESS SERIES: THE CULTIVATION OF COLLABORATION
WHEN: Wednesday Jan. 19, 4 – 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual event
WHAT: The past two years have been a study in expecting the unexpected. From lack of staffing and supplies, to virtual vs. in-person, we’ve all had to get creative in how we manage our day to day. The Smart Business Series, sponsored by Eastern Bank, will focus on how to embrace the day-to-day “pivots” and create a flexible structure, to feel more secure in the workplace. This session will focus on how creating connections through networking programming can help you not only reach your goals, but alleviate stress as well. Panelists will include professionals from Keslar Insurance, SOHO Creative Studio and Cornerstone VNA.
COST: Free for members; $15 for not-yet members
CONTACT: dovernh.org/events
WEBINAR
MVCC NEXT GENERATION LEADERS: LINKEDIN NETWORKING, CAREER & LEAD GENERATION TIPS
WHEN: Friday, Jan. 21, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual event
WHAT: Attendees will walk away with the keys to networking on LinkedIn, how to optimize your LinkedIn for your next career opportunity, learn B2B lead generation tips, and how to make your posts stand out. This seminar’s presenter is Ivan Elias, a 10-year Merrimack Valley resident, with experience as a digital advertising sales representative for Yahoo, Scripps Interactive, AOL, Valassis and ZipRecruiter.
COST: Free for members; $10 for not-yet members
CONTACT: web.merrimackvalleychamber.com/events
WEBINAR
NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT & INDIVIDUAL DONOR FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS COACHING WITH MEGAN AMUNDSON
WHEN: Tuesday, Jan. 25, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual event
WHAT: Attendees will be coached by Megan Amundson, a nonprofit management and fundraising expert who uses an impact-focused approach to train and coach nonprofit leaders to significantly grow individual donor revenue for long-term sustainability. Megan uses her unique perspective and experience to translate the key components of a sophisticated fundraising program for smaller, resource-constrained nonprofits. With her understanding of fundraising challenges with too few resources and staff, she’ll focus on the actions her clients can take with their current capacity to move the needle for their fundraising programs.
COST: Free
CONTACT: hannahgrimes.com
WEBINAR
CAREER PATHWAYS TO YOUR BUSINESS
WHEN: Tuesday, Jan. 25, 10 – 11 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual event
WHAT: Presenters will lead an interactive discussion, share success stories from local employers and work in breakout groups with meeting participants to develop practical strategies that engage students who are interested in pursuing careers in your field. This plan can include hosting facility tours, mentoring students, and providing internship opportunities.
COST: Free for members
CONTACT: concordnhchamber.com or email programs@concordnhchamber.com
COMMUNITY
LAKES REGION CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETING & AWARDS CELEBRATION
WHEN: Wednesday Jan. 26, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
WHERE: Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia
WHAT: Meet Lakes Region Chamber Board of Directors and hear from keynote speaker Scott Crowder, director of outdoor recreation industry development at the NH Department of Business and Economic Affairs. Attendees will discover community initiatives from leaders impacting our communities and workforce: Franklin NH Mayor Jo Brown, Laconia School Superintendent Steve Tucker and Bristol Town Administrator Nicholas Coates. Additionally, the winners of the Lakes Region Chamber’s Business Inspiration Awards will be awarded. These awards recognize local businesses for their economic development, construction, building or land improvements including environmental projects.
COST: $35 per person; each attendee will receive a $25 gift card to a local restaurant
CONTACT: lakesregionchamber.org/events
SEMINAR
PORTSMOUTH TOURISM SUMMIT 2022
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 2, 8 – 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Jimmy’s on Congress, 135 Congress St., Portsmouth
WHAT: The Tourism Summit is an educational opportunity for tourism owners, managers and employees, featuring an overview from the Portsmouth Chamber and the City of Portsmouth. Presenters will address the latest industry trends, opportunities to network with other tourism professionals and more.
COST: Free for Portsmouth hospitality industry members
CONTACT: portsmouthchamber.org/events or email Michelle Davis at michelle@portsmouthcollaborative.org
EXPO
NH FARM, FOREST & GARDEN EXPO 2022
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 4, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. & Saturday, Feb. 5, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown, 700 Elm St., Manchester
WHAT: This inperson, familyfriendly event is open to the public, and features a variety of engaging exhibitors, educational workshops and demonstrations of interest to industry members and home-owners alike, live animals, children’s programs and activities, and a new Garden/Landscaping Skills Showcase area. The NH Farm, Forest & Garden Expo is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and provides information and education on all aspects of agriculture and forestry by bringing the state’s farming and forestry communities together to share ideas and views on industry needs, while providing a fun and interesting venue for the public to learn about these industries and their impact on life in New Hampshire.
COST: $10; kids 12 and under are free
CONTACT: nhfarmandforestexpo.org
COMMUNITY
2022 OUTSTANDING WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARDS
WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 24, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
WHERE: Webinar
WHAT: The Outstanding Women in Business Awards celebrate New Hampshire women who have truly excelled, not only in their professional lives but also as leaders and role models in their communities. While many of these women come from different industries and walks of life, they share several traits — a strong sense of self, a success-driven work ethic and the extraordinary accomplishments to show for it. This year’s recipients will take part in a panel discussion about their experiences and receive their awards during this virtual ceremony. The 2022 recipients are: Amy Heymans, Mad*Pow; Elizabeth Cash Hitchcock, the Orbit Group, Minim, The Bookery Manchester, Factory on Willow, LLC; Judy Rogers, Prime Roast Coffee Co.; Marian McCord, University of New Hampshire; Michelle McEwen, Speare Memorial Hospital; and Sandra Almonte, Don Quijote Restaurant. In addition, Arts in Reach will receive the Advocate for Women’s Empowerment (AWE) Award, which honors an individual or organization that has made a lasting impact on empowering women and girls in the Granite State.
COST: Free
CONTACT: nhbr.com/events-awards/outstanding-women-in-business
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