NETWORKING
FOUNDER NETWORK, FEATURING SCOTT WELLER OF ENFI INC.
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 12, 4 – 6 p.m.
WHERE: York IE, 175 Canal St., Manchester
WHAT: Startups need all the resources they can get, including relationships with those going through the same journey and those who have come out on the other side. With that in mind, the NH Tech Alliance’s Founder Network, a series of quarterly networking events, will give founders the opportunity to build those critical relationships. The guest speaker will be Scott Weller, CTO and founder of EnFi, Inc. This event is intended for tech startup founders, former founders and tech startup executives. Attendees must work for a company with a tech product.
COST: Free; registration recommended
CONTACT: nhtechalliance.org/event/founder-network-4
CONFERENCE
SCORE SEACOAST WOMEN’S CONFERENCE
WHEN: Friday, Sept. 13, 8 a.m.
WHERE: Alnoba Conference Center, 24 Cottage Road, Kensington
WHAT: Mark your calendars and secure your spot for an unforgettable experience at our highly anticipated second annual SCORE Seacoast Women’s Conference. Get ready to immerse yourself in a day filled with empowerment, education and networking opportunities tailored exclusively for women starting and growing a small business.
COST: $75; registration required
CONTACT: score.org/seacoast/event/score-seacoast-womens-conference
CONFERENCE
ART ATTACK: ARTS, CULTURE, AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Hotel Concord, 11 S. Main St., Concord
WHAT: Join Plan NH on September 17 for their fall conference, Art Attack: Arts, Culture, and the Built Environment as they explore how planners, architects, and others are using arts and culture to create more meaningful, vibrant and sustainable places in New Hampshire and beyond. Hear from outstanding speakers including keynote speaker, Dr. Annis Sengupta of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council and the Arts & Culture Division of the American Planning Association.
COST: $60 for Plan NH members; $85 for non-members; $45 for municipal staff/volunteers
CONTACT: nhhfa.org/event/plannh-fall-conference-9-17-24
SEMINAR
NHBR’S DISABILITIES IN THE WORKPLACE: HIRING AND RETENTION
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 19, 8 – 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Manchester Country Club, 180 S. River Road, Bedford
WHAT: The disabilities community has a great deal to offer New Hampshire businesses in terms of workforce, and the New Hampshire business community in turn can play a key role in building a more inclusive state for people with disabilities. In this half-day program, presented with the NH Council on Developmental Disabilities, learn how businesses can more actively recruit people with disabilities and explore the available incentives and resources. Then, hear directly from business leaders in New Hampshire who are making great strides in employing the disabilities community, how they accomplished this and how their businesses are thriving as a result.
COST: $54, includes breakfast buffet
CONTACT: www.nhbr.com/dei
CONFERENCE
ACCESS 2024: ECONOMIC GROWTH CONFERENCE PRESENTED BY BELLWETHER COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION
WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 24, 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown, 700 Elm St., Manchester
WHAT: ACCESS is the Greater Manchester Chamber’s annual economic growth conference, bringing together experts and thought leaders to share insights, perspectives and inspiration on current trends and future visions for the economic growth of Greater Manchester. This conference will explore how talent, innovation and livability must work together for economic success. The GMC is now accepting proposals for workshops or panel discussions at ACCESS 2024 that cover a range of topics related to small business development, sustainable strategies, community collaboration and economic transformation. An after-party will be held from 4:30 – 6 p.m. following the conference.
COST: $165 for members, $190 for non-members; after-party ticket included in registration
CONTACT: manchesterchamber.org/access
CONFERENCE
RADICALLY RURAL 2024
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 25 – Thursday, Sept. 26
WHERE: Downtown Keene, NH
WHAT: Every person who cares about their community will love attending Radically Rural. Each year, attendees leave overflowing with inspiration, ideas, connections, and tools that will be useful in their personal, professional and community life. Sessions spread throughout downtown Keene will inspire attendees to reimagine rural under the backdrop of a quintessential New England main street with the fall breeze.
COST: Various, ranging from free to $175 for individuals, or $225 for organizations and businesses; registration required
CONTACT: radicallyrural.org
SUMMIT
2024 CYBERSECURITY SUMMIT
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 25, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Rex Theatre, 23 Amherst St., Manchester
WHAT: The NH Small Business Development Center and NH Tech Alliance and are excited to announce the Cybersecurity Summit, designed to provide valuable insights and practical strategies for businesses navigating the complexities of cybersecurity and privacy. The event will bring together industry leaders, cybersecurity experts, and legal professionals for a day of comprehensive sessions and discussions. The agenda for the day includes a range of topics essential for businesses aiming to strengthen their cybersecurity posture and ensure compliance with emerging privacy laws.
COST: $25 per person
CONTACT: nhsbdc.org/2024-cyber-summit
WORKSHOP
2024-25 BIA EMERGING LEADERS TRAINING MEETING #1 — LEADERSHIP PURPOSE AND COURAGE
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 26, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
WHERE: Business & Industry Association, 122 N. Main St., Concord
WHAT: Leadership skills have never been in more demand, as well as developing the next level of talent. Emerging leaders and capable employees represent the future of business, and drive the organizational culture. The ability to communicate, influence, work with various teams, think strategically, and lead change are critical with the new realities organizations and our community face. This program will build your motivation to lead at any level. The BIA Emerging Leaders Program is powered by Sojourn Partners.
COST: $3,600 for BIA members, $4,000 for non-members; all-inclusive for 6 months; registration due by Sept. 12
CONTACT: biaofnh.com/emergingleader-training-program
COMMUNITY
ROCKTOBERFEST
WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 28, 3 – 9 p.m.
WHERE: McIntyre Ski Area, 50 Chalet Way, Manchester
WHAT: Following two successful years of GRANITEER, Granite Outdoor Alliance is introducing ROCKTOBERFEST, a more intimate outdoor festival at McIntyre Ski Area. ROCKTOBERFEST brings together brands, inspiring films, music and nature lovers to celebrate the outdoorsy way of life we love in New Hampshire. ROCKTOBERFEST is a prequel to GRANITEER 2025, which will be a full-weekend, large-scale outdoor lifestyle festival in Manchester next fall. We’re building momentum, capacity and connections to prepare, but still want to deliver an exciting festival this year.
COST: Pre-registration $15 for general audience, $10 for Granite Outdoor Alliance members
CONTACT: graniteoutdooralliance.org/rocktoberfest
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