HEALTH CARE
Concord Hospital Orthopaedics – Laconia, a Concord Hospital Medical Group specialty practice, recently welcomed Dr. Neil Herman and Dr. Serena Young to the group. Dr. Herman has 30 years and Dr. Young has 20 years of experience as orthopaedic surgeons.
TECHNOLOGY
Appcast, a programmatic job advertising technology, has launched AppcastOne, the industry’s first omni-channel solution for recruitment marketing, which expands recruitment marketing capabilities, data and tools. AppcastOne is the first new product launched by Appcast leveraging its July 2023 acquisition of recruitment marketing firm, Bayard Advertising.
GeoCue and Microdrones, geospatial solutions providers, announced that Precision Laser and Instrument, Inc. has joined its global distribution network. Founded in 1990, Precision Laser and Instrument, Inc. began as a company focused on the repair of construction lasers, later expanding their services to include laser, optical, GPS/GNSS equipment, 3D scanning, hydrographic surveying, aerial mapping, mobile mapping, monitoring and more.
LAW
The law firm of McLane Middleton has achieved certification under the Mansfield Rule, a national certification for law firms committed to diversity in their workforce and leadership.
It is the first law firm in New Hampshire to receive the certification.
The Mansfield Rule is a national initiative through Diversity Lab, which helps close the gender and diversity gap in the legal profession.
Orr & Reno attorney Margaret Kerouac was recently accepted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) — a recognition from her peers for “unparalleled expertise and professionalism in the practice of matrimonial and family law.” With over 20 years in the field, Kerouac was also named “Lawyer of the Year” in 2024, 2022 and 2018 by Best Lawyers and has been recognized by Super Lawyers for many years.
AUTOMOTIVE
Grappone Mazda is now operating out of their new location at 134 Manchester Street in Concord. The automotive dealer opened its doors to their new facility, built by Eckman Construction, on September 18.
Sanel NAPA announces two new additions to management: Dan Doucet is joining them as facilities director at Sanel NAPA, and Ned Carpenter is joining them as an area manager for 11 stores across three states. Doucet brings more than 20 years of construction management and facilities management experience to his new role. Carpenter worked in several different industries before finding a home with NAPA Auto Parts in 1993, launching a 25-year career with Genuine Parts Company/NAPA.
Sanel NAPA welcomed Christi Green to the team as the chief human resources officer, and Sandro Dakalovic has joined as the safety and loss prevention manager. Green brings more than 20 years of HR experience to the team, and Dakalovic is an experienced safety and loss prevention manager.
RETAIL
Concord-based Empire Pools & Hot Tubs has received the Gold Award for Best Pools & Spas from Best of the 603 magazine — the third year in a row for the organization, moving from bronze to gold in 2023.
Wentworth by the Sea was recognized as the No. 4 resort in the World and the No. 2 resort in New England, according to Conde Nast Traveler, as part of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards — one of the travel industry’s longest running and most prestigious accolades, acknowledge excellence within the travel sector.
NEMO — a New Hampshire-based outdoor gear company — unveiled its newest product, Tensor Extreme Conditions, built with patent-pending Apex baffle construction to provide a warm, well-insulated lightweight pad for sleeping bags. Half an inch thicker than general sleep pads, the ISPO Award-certified pad claims to be more durable to protect users from rough terrain and harsh weather conditions.
REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION
Jewett Construction, a design-build construction firm in Fremont, NH, has completed the Route 44 Hyundai renovation project in Raynham, Massachusetts. The project encompasses a wide range of renovations that have elevated the dealership to meet Hyundai’s latest GDSI 2.0 branding standards. The extensive renovation project spans approximately 23,000 square feet and includes interior and exterior upgrades to enhance aesthetics and improve functionality.
The NH Division of Historical Resources has listed the Scammon Farm Historic District in Stratham has to the United States Secretary of the Interior’s National Register of Historic Places. Located between the Squampscott River and Portsmouth Avenue, Scammon Farm Historic District includes well-preserved 19-th and 20th-century houses, outbuildings, farmyards, fields and wooded conservation land.
ENGINEERING
TFMoran recently announced that Eric Poublon has joined the marketing department as a marketing intern in their Bedford office, and Alan Roscoe was hired as a senior civil project manager in the firm’s Portsmouth office. Poublon is pursuing an associate in science degree in business administration from UNH. Roscoe is a licensed Professional Engineer in Massachusetts with over 35 years of experience designing and managing civil and environmental projects.
NONPROFITS
Minnesota-native Berit Brown has joined InTown Concord as their new events and marketing manager. A former video and podcast editor, Brown has experience with web design and social media marketing, among other specialities.
100 People Who Care Central NH will hold its inaugural meeting on Oct. 25, 5:30 p.m., at the Holiday Inn Downtown Concord. Dedicated to supporting NH-based nonprofits, this newly formed organization will include committed, philanthropic individuals who will meet quarterly to discuss positive impacts on Granite Staters. Participants will commit to donating $100 four times a year to combine into one donation to a winning charity. To learn more and register, visit 100peoplewhocarecentralnh.com.
Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) is calling on the public to vote for their favorite nonprofit serving the Town of Windham. Now through the end of November, vote in-person at The Merrimack in Windham or by commenting on the contest post on their Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn pages. The nonprofit with the most votes at the end will receive a $1,000 donation from The Merrimack, and five randomly selected voters will receive a $100 cash prize. Learn more at themerrimack.com/official-rules.
Lisabritt Solsky Stevens recently joined the board of directors for Granite State Independent Living. As an attorney, Solsky Stevens worked for 15 years for the NH Department of Health and Human Services in a variety of roles including deputy Medicaid director. Most recently, she worked in Medicaid-managed care for GSIL and Easterseals NH.
The New Hampshire Women’s Foundation recently announced their 2023 Community Grantees, who provide services that improve the lives of NH women in girls spanning industries from health to empowerment to safety and economic security. Recipients are: Amoskeag Health, Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua, Breakthrough Manchester, Circle Program, Claremont Learning Partnership, Community Action Partnership of Strafford County, Cornucopia Project, Joan G. Lovering Health Center, Granite State Roller Derby, Haven Violence Prevention and Support Services, Hope on Haven Hill, International Institute of New England, Kimball Jenkins, Manchester Community Action Coalition, Overcomers Refugee Services, Reproductive Freedom Fund of New Hampshire, Shelter From the Storm, Spark! Community Center, Turning Points Network, United Way of Greater Nashua and Waypoint.
Heartfelt Dreams Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the treatment experience for congenital heart defect (CHD) patients and their families, has honored Hidemi Kajimoto, M.D., Ph.D., as the second-ever recipient of its Advanced Cardiology Fellows Grant for 2023. Dr. Kajimoto has been awarded $5,000 in financial assistance to pursue her medical training in cardiology and critical care skills to better treat congenital heart defect patients.
On September 9, 279 cyclists participated in Concord Hospital Trust’s 18th annual Pedaling for Payson event at Elm Brook Park in Hopkinton, where over $200,000 was raised to support the Nurse Navigator Program at Concord Hospital’s Payson Center for Cancer Care. The top three teams collectively raised over $42,000 and included: Friends of Day Surgery with $18,630; Team NEMBA with $13,760; and Team HOPE with $10,098. In addition, Mark Schiewetz and Dr. Scott Oosterveen, both of Friends of Day Surgery, raised $10,835 and $6,895, respectively, and Matt Bowser of Team NEMBA raised $5,975.
EDUCATION
The Community College System of New Hampshire’s (CCSNH) Board of Trustees appointed Melanie Robbins as interim president of White Mountains Community College (WMCC). The appointment is expected to last through January 31, 2024, while CCSNH conducts a search for the permanent successor to current president, Dr. Charles “Chuck” Lloyd, who was recently appointed to serve as vice chancellor for the Community College System.
The Franklin Pierce University Board of Trustees has added new members: Ellen Arnold, of counsel attorney, McLane Middleton; Trent Spiner, editor-in-chief, American Psychological Association; and Alexandra Marella Johnson, NH Department of Health & Human Services.
Jameson (Jamey) French, of Portsmouth, and Susan Arnold, of Strafford, were elected as new members to the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire’s Forests’ board of trustees. Don Floyd, of Concord, was elected for a second term, and Deb Buxton, of Greenfield, and Peter Fauver, of North Conway, for a third term. The members also elected board secretary Allyson Hicks of Concord.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Pentucket Bank has announced the promotion of Benn Johnson-Tatelbaum to business banking officer. Johnson-Tatelbaum will help manage a portfolio of small-business customers and develop new business relationships for the bank.
Northeast Credit Union elected new members to its board of directors and Supervisory Committee: Julie Cutting-Kelley, executive chef and owner of Cure Restaurant in Portsmouth; Matt Sawyer, a certified public accountant; and Mark Emerson, a computer science and technology professional.
Baker Newman Noyes (BNN), an accounting and advisory firm, announced in late September that the firm has restructured their advisory services under one advisory practice, which integrates the firm’s health care advisory and business and technology advisory teams into one strategic practice. Current BNN Principal Ilona Davis will lead the new practice, which includes a team of 17 advisory professionals.
Northeast Credit Union opened its new branch on Sept. 6, located at 750 Lafayette Road in Portsmouth. The 3,081-square-foot branch features an open-concept lobby, ATMs, as well as services such as account openings, loan applications, mortgage and commercial lending, notary and investment services, wealth management and more.
Mary Lynne Rahlson, the senior vice president, senior retail banking officer for Merrimack County Savings Bank, has announced her retirement, effective November 17. Rahlson has been with the bank for 22 years, joining the team in 2001 as vice president, retail banking administration. Brad Kulacz, regional vice president and branch manager, will be Rahlson’s successor.
BUSINESS SERVICES
Verizon has appointed Chris Flood as a senior vice president and the market president of Verizon’s Atlantic North Market, which includes New Hampshire. Flood will oversee all consumer sales, distribution and operational execution across the market’s 12 states, including New Hampshire.
BEA Commissioner Taylor Caswell honored
The Franconia Notch Regional Chamber of Commerce recognized NH Department of Business and Economic Affairs Commissioner Taylor Caswell with the Northern Star Award, which honors individuals, businesses or organizations that have made a significant contribution to the North Country. First appointed to the position by Gov. Chris Sununu in 2017, Caswell also leads the Governor’s Office for Emergency Relief and Recovery (GOFERR) and co-chaired the state Economic Reopening Task Force during the pandemic.
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