SEMINAR
SOCIAL IMPACT PLANNING: TAKE YOUR BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 15, 9:30 a.m. – noon
WHERE: Hannah Grimes Center for Entrepreneurship, 25 Roxbury St., Keene
WHAT: The purpose of this project is to bring awareness to area business leaders on how easy it is to incorporate corporate social responsibility (CSR) into their businesses. This will include an introduction about what CSR is, what is included under that umbrella with examples, why it’s important to think about, and how implementing some simple strategies can increase company morale, boost engagement, and increase profits. The COVID-19 pandemic and social injustices for George Floyd and Brianna Taylor have changed the modern workforce. Companies are offering hybrid work models, and increasing salaries but are missing a key component; people are looking for value-aligned workplaces with a strong community presence. They want companies that take a stance on social issues whether that be its people, environment or the community at large. The program’s instructor will be Gina Burke, corporate and community engagement director at Red River.
COST: Free; registration required
CONTACT: hannahgrimes.com/event/corporate-social-responsibility-in-todays-world
FUNDRAISER
CRAFTS, DRAFTS & BARRELS
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 17, 5:30 – 9 p.m.
WHERE: McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center, 2 Institute Dr., Concord
WHAT: Crafts, Drafts & Barrels is a tasting benefit hosted by Concord Hospital Trust. Proceeds from the event support the Cardiovascular Institute at Concord Hospital. Enjoy an evening of spirits, beer and wine sponsored by Martignetti Companies of Northern New England and New Hampshire Distributors. There will be tasty bites from local restaurants, a silent auction, mocktails and non-alcoholic options.
COST: $75 – $175
CONTACT: giveto.concordhospital.org/events/crafts-drafts-barrels
SEMINAR
NH RETAIL ASSOCIATION’S 57TH ANNUAL MEETING AND LEGISLATIVE/MEMBER LUNCHEON
WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 19, 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Holiday Inn Concord Downtown, 172 North Main St., Concord
WHAT: Enjoy a delicious gourmet buffet while connecting with colleagues and community leaders. Your engagement in this important event ensures that the NH Retail Association can continue to provide services to our members such as full-time legislative advocacy, valuable membership benefits such as workers’ compensation coverage, a Retail 401K program, credit card processing services, and so much more.
COST: $15
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
SEMINAR
2023 ECONOMIC FORECAST WITH BRIAN GOTTLOB
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 21, 10 – 11 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual event
WHAT: Join the Manchester Chamber of Commerce for the 2023 Spring Economic Forecast, which brings together Chamber members and economic expert Brian Gottlob, who will share his forecast for the year to come. Align your business goals with real-time predictions and data to strategize for 2023. Registered attendees will be sent the Zoom link one day prior to the event. To submit your questions for Brian in advance, please email Lauren Getts at laureng@manchester-chamber.org.
COST: chamber members $25, not-yet members $35
CONTACT: business.manchesterchamber.org/events
WORKSHOP
BUSINESS STARTUP WITH ROY WALLEN
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 22, noon – 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual event
WHAT: This workshop will address key factors in starting a company from type of company to raising money to building a financial plan to assessing your customers. As an introduction to startups, we will look at determining who your customer is, what problem they have that you are addressing, why they should pick your solution, and how you will reach them. As most companies are formed so that they can also be a financial success, we will also look at the fundamentals of building a financial plan. Attendees will leave with the resources needed to take the next step in starting a new venture.
COST: $25
CONTACT: hannahgrimes.com/event/business-startup-with-roy-wallen
WORKSHOP
SOCIAL WORK CELEBRATION & ETHICS WORKSHOP
WHEN: Friday, March 3, 8:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
WHERE: Holiday Inn Concord Downtown, 172 North Main St., Concord
WHAT: The National Association of Social Workers will be recognizing their Social Worker of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Legislator of the Year, MSW Student of the Year, BSW Student of the Year from Plymouth State, and BSW Student of the Year from UNH at this celebration which includes raffles, breakfast, networking and more. The afternoon workshop will touch on essential mental health ethics in the Covid and post-Covid era with keynote speaker Charlie Safford, LCSW.
COST: $25 – $105
CONTACT: naswnh.socialworkers.org/Events/Social-Work-Celebration or search via Eventbrite
NETWORKING
2023 BOB AWARDS PARTY
WHEN: Thursday, March 9, 5 – 8 p.m.
WHERE: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave., Concord
WHAT: The BOB (Best of Business) Awards, given out by NH Business Review, is an annual program that recognizes the Granite State’s exceptional businesses — the ones that offer the best service, pay attention to details, and have the most helpful and eager employees. Join us on March 9th for an enchanted evening as we celebrate the 16th annual BOB Award winners, with plenty of networking, hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and music. This year’s party is Hollywood themed, so come dressed as your favorite movie character or star!
COST: $60-65
CONTACT: nhbr.com/events-awards/best-of-business-awards
FUNDRAISER
7TH ANNUAL GALA SEA OF HOPE
WHEN: Saturday, March 11, 6:30 – 11:30 p.m.
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Manchester, 700 Elm St., Manchester
WHAT: Friends of Aine — a nonprofit organization providing peer-to-peer support services to grieving children, teens and families — will host its 7th annual gala, a black-tie-optional event featuring dinner, dancing and a live auction with items such as trips to highly desired vacation spots and a private professional photography session, among other experiences. Additionally, this year will feature live entertainment by Dueling Pianos. All proceeds will benefit grief support services and programs offered by the organization.
COST: $125
CONTACT: friendsofaine.com/annual-gala.html
SEMINAR
NEW HAMPSHIRE SALES SUMMIT
WHEN: Wednesday, April 12, 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Manchester Country Club, 180 South River Rd., Bedford
WHAT: Learn the most crucial strategies for successful sales, sales management, as well as recruitment and retention, and the newest, most-effective sales marketing trends. And most critically, come together in dynamic networking sessions that will truly drive revenue growth for your organization. Training seminar topics include women in sales, from pest to partner and building high-value teams. Networking and breakout sessions will be presented by Heidi Solomon-Orlick, founder and CEO of GirlzWhoSell LLC, and Kevin Hallenbeck, owner of BestSalesPeople LLC. A keynote address will be featured along with a panel discussion and Q&A. Continental breakfast and lunch will be included.
COST: $95
CONTACT: nhbr.com/nh-sales-summit
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