WORKSHOP
ACA & ERISA COMPLIANCE: SURVIVING A DOL AUDIT
WHEN: Tuesday, July 22, 1 – 2 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
WHAT: This comprehensive training program is designed to help HR professionals, benefits administrators and organizational leaders understand the complexities of compliance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). This training will provide the necessary knowledge and tools to prepare for and navigate Department of Labor (DOL) audits effectively, ensuring that your organization meets all regulatory requirements and avoids costly penalties.
COST: Free; registration required
CONTACT: bluelionllc.com/events
WORKSHOP
NH GRANTS INSTITUTE
WHEN: July 22 – 24, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Granite Edvance, 3 Barrell Court, Concord
WHAT: Designed for both novice and experienced grant-seekers alike, the NH Grants Institute is a comprehensive and interactive 3-day workshop that covers organizational readiness, pregrant planning, grant identification, strategy, relationship development between grantor and grantee, proposal writing, collaborative grant development, the review process, and forging effective relationships with funders. The focus of the Institute is on giving through private foundations, not federal or state grants. Each day of NH Grants Institute will also feature a panel of NH funders, providing an opportunity to network, learn about their priorities and current approaches to grantmaking and sponsorships, and ask questions. Light breakfast, snacks and lunch are included in registration, which is for all three days.
COST: $375 for NH Center for Nonprofits members; $525 for nonmembers; registration required
CONTACT: nhnonprofits.org/events/nh-grants-institute-18
FUNDRAISER
CONCORD HOSPITAL GOLF INVITATIONAL
WHEN: Monday, Aug. 11, 9 a.m.
WHERE: Concord Country Club, 22 Country Club Lane, Concord
WHAT: When you attend our annual CH Golf Invitational, formerly known as the Challenge Scramble Golf Tournament, you’re making a difference you’re making a difference in the lives of community members while enjoying a day of golf, networking and supporting a great cause. Your registration fee or charitable gift to this event supports maternal health renovations at the Family Place – Concord Hospital.
COST: Varies by donation; registration required
CONTACT: giveto.concordhospital.org/events/concord-golf-tournament
WORKSHOP
LUNCH N LEARN: USING YOUR DATA TO IGNITE ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE
WHEN: Wednesday, Aug. 27, noon – 1 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
WHAT: Many organizations struggle to harness data’s full potential to drive performance and achieve strategic goals. This seminar is designed to equip business leaders and decision-makers with the knowledge and tools needed to transform raw data into actionable insights that can ignite organizational performance. Topics covered range from building a data-driven culture, data analysis techniques and interactive data visualization, to data collection and management, leveraging data for strategic planning, and more.
COST: Free; registration required
CONTACT: organizationalignition.com
WORKSHOP
MERRIMACK COUNTY SAVINGS BANK FRAUD AWARENESS SERIES
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 10, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
WHERE: Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce, 49 South Main St., Suite 104, Concord
WHAT: You might personally recognize fraud scams when they come your way — a fake text message, an email instructing you to click a strange link, and so on. But how about ones targeted at your business? Fraudsters are getting smarter all the time and the losses reported by the Federal Trade Commission are staggering. Join The Merrimack bankers Rachel Perri, regional vice president, and Shantelle Sutkus, AVP business development officer, as they help you to recognize the most recent fraud trends and protect your business.
COST: Free; registration required
CONTACT: my.concordnhchamber.com/ap/Events/Register/6VF6wX9fmC1CZ
SEMINAR
FROM IDEA TO REALITY: BUILD YOUR BUSINESS MODEL CANVAS WITH AI
WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 13, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
WHERE: Hannah Grimes Center, 25 Roxbury St., Keene
WHAT: Have a great business idea but not sure how to bring it to life? This interactive workshop is designed for aspiring small business owners ready to turn their vision into a solid plan. You’ll learn how to create a Business Model Canvas — a powerful one-page tool that captures your business’s key components, including customers, revenue streams, start-up costs and more. Using the power of AI, instructors will guide you step-by-step in creating a Business Model Canvas that is clear, actionable and ready for development.
COST: $100
CONTACT: hannahgrimes.com/event/from-idea-to-reality-build-yourbusiness-model-canvas-with-ai-2
SEMINAR
NH TECH ALLIANCE’S CYBERSECURITY SUMMIT
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 17, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Manchester Community College, 1066 Front St., Manchester
WHAT: The Cybersecurity Summit is designed to address critical issues facing New Hampshire businesses. Leading experts will provide practical insights and actionable strategies across a wide range of critical cybersecurity topics. The morning session will help small businesses navigate the basics of cybersecurity. The afternoon session will take a deep, more technical theme for businesses who already have cyber initiatives in place.
COST: TBD
CONTACT: business.nhtechalliance.org/events/Details/cybersecuritysummit-1264052
CONFERENCE
2025 NEW HAMPSHIRE ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATORY CONFERENCE
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 17, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
WHERE: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave., Concord
WHAT: This annual event addresses air, water, and waste topics, where attendees can hear directly from NHDES experts on key development challenges facing New Hampshire and the region and what stakeholders can expect the regulatory environment to look like in the future. The conference offers a unique opportunity to bring state and local officials together with business leaders to examine the key issues related to understanding and achieving regulatory requirements in the state. Attendees can earn up to 5 CEUs with this conference. The ideal attendance is consultants, municipal officials, attorneys and environmental compliance officers.
COST: BIA members, $130; non-members, $165
CONTACT: biaofnh.com
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