CONFERENCE
2ND ANNUAL NORTH COUNTRY FOOD AND AGRICULTURE SUMMIT
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 8, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
WHERE: AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch, U.S. 302, Bretton Woods
WHAT: Hosted by NH Hunger Solutions, this summit is designed to provide networking opportunities, relationship building and collaboration toward a resilient food and agriculture system for our region, including all partners around the state and beyond. This event is intended for everyone who works within the food and agriculture community and for those who work in support of that community. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
COST: Free; registration required
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
SEMINAR
NHBR’S POWERED BY WOMEN
WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 9, 8 – 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Manchester Country Club, 180 South River Road, Bedford
WHAT: NH Business Review proudly presents our sixth annual Powered by Women conference, an inspiring event that will feature successful women leaders from different career backgrounds and perspectives, who will give 10-minute talks about their personal and professional growth followed by a 45-minute panel discussion. Panelists include: Holly Mintz, Chief Medical Officer of Ambulatory Services at Elliot Health System; Jennifer Delisle, co-founder of Inspire Realty Group; Honorable Talesha L. Saint-Marc, Magistrate Judge for the U.S. District Court for the District of New Hampshire; Diane P. Fitzpatrick, CEO of Manchester Boys & Girls Club; and Courtney Morin, VP, Actuarial & Underwriting at Northeast Delta Dental.
COST: $54, includes breakfast
CONTACT: nhbr.com/eventsawards/powered-by-women
CEREMONY
WOMEN’S BUSINESS LEAGUE’S CELEBRATEHER AWARD CEREMONY
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 8, noon – 2 p.m.
WHERE: Atlantic Grill, 5 Pioneer Road, Rye
WHAT: The CelebrateHER luncheon, which honors women in business, is a chance for women who work in the Seacoast area to network, connect and celebrate each other’s achievements. A short presentation and award ceremony will take place during lunch, with a percentage of profits going towards a scholarship fund at Portsmouth High School. The panel of speakers will be themed in their expert fields: the nonprofit sector, big business, the arts and small business owners, who will provide women with the tools, resources and inspiration they need to become successful in their chosen field.
COST: $35 members; $45 future members
CONTACT: portsmouthchamber.org/events
COMMUNITY
DARING WOMEN SHAPING A NEW ECONOMY 2.0
WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 14, 12:30 – 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Alnoba, 24 Cottage Road, Kensington
WHAT: Get ready to immerse yourself in a gathering of like-minded individuals, where you will not only expand your knowledge about investing but also tap into the collective wisdom of a powerful community of women. The main event will feature a thought-provoking panel, moderated by Fiona Wilson, director of UNH’s Sustainability Institute and Changemaker Collaborative, with five bold leaders who are actively shaping a new economy, including: Michelle Theodat Waring, steward for sustainability, Tom’s of Maine; Margo Walsh, founder/CEO, MaineWorks; Alison Pyott, partner and senior impact wealth manager, Veris Wealth Partners; Katie Bouton, CEO, entrepreneur, investor; and Jesse Baines, chief marketing officer, Atlantic Sea Farms.
COST: $35
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
CONFERENCE
MOVING TOGETHER CONVERSATIONS: IMMIGRANTS IN NEW HAMPSHIRE’S WORKFORCE
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave., Concord
WHAT: Presented by NH Songa, this impactful one-day conference will discuss the importance of the vital partnership between immigrant workers and the labor market in our state. The conference will cover a range of topics including: understanding the immigrant community; examining the challenges and opportunities in welcoming immigrants to New Hampshire; empowering immigrant talent; presenting data on the valuable contributions of immigrants; the benefits of diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) for companies; fostering workplace inclusion; assessing the state’s progress on immigrant inclusion; exploring policies to facilitate this process; and discussing innovative ideas for sustaining positive momentum for our state. Visit nhsonga.com to view speakers and conference sessions.
COST: $100
CONTACT: nhsonga.com
COMMUNITY
FIND YOUR CAUSE, PRESENTED BY SNHU
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 29, 5 p.m.
WHERE: The Rex Theatre, 23 Amherst St., Manchester
WHAT: Manchester Young Professional’s Find Your Cause event is an opportunity for professionals to meet with local nonprofit leaders and hear about various ways to get involved. Attendees can find a cause that tackles an issue they are passionate about and will learn about volunteer opportunities within their organizations and more. This is a fun, shark-tank style event where nonprofits pitch their purpose.
COST: Free; registration required
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
SEMINAR
2023 NH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SUMMIT
WHEN: Dec. 4 and 5, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown, 700 Elm St., Manchester
WHAT: The New Hampshire Behavioral Health Summit is a statewide event in NH for behavioral health care providers and organizations, including mental health and substance use disorders. This event provides opportunities for policymakers to interact with service providers to foster information sharing; that address the behavioral health policy and service needs of children and adolescents, adults and the elderly; that help participants understand the changing substance use, mental health and primary health landscape; that encourage expansion of the workforce relative to health promotion, prevention, early identification and intervention, treatment and recovery supports; that increase familiarity of the various disciplines and systems to promote collaboration and enhance care coordination; and supports the provision of evidenced-based practices.
COST: $175 – $225
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
CONFERENCE
EMPLOYER CONFERENCE: MANAGING ADDICTION IN THE WORKPLACE
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 14, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Woodbound Inn, 247 Woodbound Road, Rindge
WHAT: The Employer Conference: Managing Addiction in the Workplace is open to New Hampshire employers wanting to learn the ways to address addiction to improve their bottom line. Topics range from the ADA and substance use order, to hiring people in recovery, cannabis in the workplace, Narcan administration and more. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
COST: $125
CONTACT: realitychecknow.org/mec
COMMUNITY
NH TECH ALLIANCE’S PRODUCT OF THE YEAR
WHEN: Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2:30 – 5 p.m.
WHERE: Tupelo Music Hall, 10 A Street, Derry
WHAT: The 17th annual Product of the Year competition highlights the best innovation from New Hampshire in the last year. Finalists receive exposure locally throughout the judging process and globally at the livestreamed event on the Alliance’s YouTube Channel. For local viewers, join the Alliance in person at Tupelo Music Hall to watch the livestream in the theater and network with the finalists after the viewing. You’ll be able to view their products in person and ask them questions after the event.
COST: $45 members; $55 non-members
CONTACT: nhtechalliance.org/product-of-the-year
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