SEMINAR
NH AGRICULTURAL POLICY FORUM
WHEN: Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, noon – 1 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
WHAT: In preparation for the 2025 legislative session, join the NH Food Alliance to hear from New Hampshire’s most well-informed food policy minds at the 2025 NH Agricultural Policy Forum. Each speaker will provide insights on the state level legislation being considered this session, as well as what individuals, communities, organizations and businesses can do to get involved in the legislative process and support positive change in our food system. The 2025 NH Agricultural Policy Forum is co-hosted by the Monadnock Farm & Community Coalition and the NH Food Alliance, as part of the 2024-2025 Network Café Series.
COST: Free; registration required
CONTACT: nhfoodalliance.org/get-involved/network-cafe-series
SEMINAR
SETTING UP YOUR BOOKS IN QUICKBOOKS ONLINE
WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, noon – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
WHAT: This
workshop will walk you through the foundational setup, including
entering your company details, creating a custom chart of accounts, and
organizing your products and services. By the end of this session,
you’ll have a solid, tailored accounting structure that aligns with your
business needs, setting the stage for efficient bookkeeping and
financial tracking. Instructor Alison Chisolm is an entrepreneur and
business coach who has used QuickBooks Online for multiple businesses as
well as nonprofits.
COST: $100; registration required
CONTACT: hannahgrimes.com/event/setting-up-your-books-inquickbooks-online
NETWORKING
2025 LEGISLATIVE ECONOMIC OUTLOOK BREAKFAST
WHEN: Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, 7:30 – 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: Nashua Country Club, 25 Fairway St., Nashua
WHAT: Join
us as we welcome our Nashua legislative delegation, our representatives
up in Concord, and also explore the Economic Forecast for 2025 with NH
industry experts. This combination of both the legislative kickoff and
economic outlook will give you the right tools and knowledge to be
successful going into 2025. This is a great opportunity to meet and
network with the Nashua
delegation, NH state reps and senators from the surrounding towns
representing your companies in Concord. Hear from the state’s top
economist about his predictions regarding the NH economy in 2025 and
what it means for businesses across the state
COST: $30 for members, $35 for non-members
CONTACT: members.nashuachamber.com/events/details/2025-legislativeeconomic-outlook-breakfast-6501
SEMINAR
PLANNED GIVING DEMYSTIFIED
WHEN: Tuesday, Jan. 14 and 21, 3 – 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
WHAT: This
workshop will help even the smallest shops focus on ways to effectively
and efficiently “get in the game” with planned giving. We will avoid
the arcane detail of the more complex planned gifts and will instead
focus on basic action steps for developing a planned giving strategy
that works for your organization. This is a two-part series and
registration includes both sessions. Zoom link will be sent a few days
before each section.
COST: $80 for members, $160 for non-members; registration required
CONTACT: nhnonprofits.org/events
SEMINAR
NEW ENGLAND’S FAMILY JEWELERS: FOUR GENERATIONS OF SPRINGER’S JEWELERS
WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, 8 – 10 a.m.
WHERE: Three Chimneys Inn, 17 Newmarket Road, Durham
WHAT: Across
four generations since its establishment in 1870, Springer’s Jewelers
has proudly maintained its status as a family-owned business and
continues to carry the best, most renowned jewelry and watch designers
in the world. Join the University of New Hampshire’s CEO & Family
Enterprise Center for this program that will highlight the history of
this New England jewel and where it stands today, as delivered by
fourth-generation leader Lilly Beaulieu Mullen.
COST: Free for members; one-time trial of $59 per person for non-members
CONTACT: Email cfb.ceo@unh.edu to reserve a space; registration closes Jan. 9, 2025
CONFERENCE
MONTHLY FORUM: ECONOMIC OUTLOOK 2025
WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
WHERE: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave., Concord
WHAT: Join
the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce for our highly anticipated 2025
Economic Outlook Luncheon as we welcome back two esteemed experts for
an updated analysis of New Hampshire’s economic landscape. This event
will provide valuable insights into the year ahead, highlighting key
trends and policy issues that will impact businesses, residents and the
broader state economy. This luncheon offers a unique opportunity to hear
directly from top thought leaders, connect with industry professionals,
and engage in a thought-provoking discussion during the Q&A
session.
COST: $35 for members, $45 for non-members
CONTACT: my.concordnhchamber.com/community-events/Details/monthly-forum-economicoutlook-2025-1259587
NETWORKING
MEET THE LEGISLATORS NETWORKING RECEPTION
WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, 4 – 6 p.m.
WHERE: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave., Concord
WHAT: This
popular networking reception is a great opportunity for business
leaders to meet and mingle with the state’s newly elected officials.
There is no cost for legislators and staff to attend but registration is
required for planning purposes. Legislators should email Meagan
Pariseau to register. Cancellations will be accepted up to one week
prior to event. After that, substitutions are allowed. Walk-ins will be
allowed based on availability but there will be a $10 surcharge and
payment is due at the door.
COST: $40
for members of BIA, Capitol Connect and partnering organizations; $55
for non-BIA members; registration closes Jan. 8 at 5 p.m.
CONTACT: members.biaofnh.com/events/Details/meetthe-legislators-networking-reception-1243803
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