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, startup 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
CONFERENCE
ACCESS 2025: ECONOMIC GROWTH CONFERENCE
WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 16, 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. Attendees can expect a program that includes an inspiring keynote speaker, expert advice on how to grown your business, panel discussions and networking opportunities. Perfect for business owners, economic development professionals, or those who have an interest in the growth and prosperity of Greater Manchester and New Hampshire.
COST: $150 Manchester Chamber member; $175 non-member
CONTACT: manchester-chamber.org/access
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 five 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
SEMINAR
MAINSTAY TECHNOLOGIES AI AGENT WORKSHOP
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 24, 11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m.
WHERE: Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce, 49 South Main St., Suite 104, Concord
WHAT: Instead of just using AI as another tool in the toolbox, companies are now hiring AI to do the work itself. Enter AI agents: semi-autonomous systems that don’t just assist; they act. Join Mainstay for an engaging session exploring how small businesses in New Hampshire are embracing this next generation of AI. Learn how AI agents are being used to streamline operations, save time and drive innovation. Industry experts will dive into real examples, talk through what’s possible right now and look ahead to what’s coming next.
COST: Free; registration required; space limited
CONTACT: my.concordnhchamber.com/event-calendar
FUNDRAISER
IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES FUNDRAISER 2025
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 25, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Anheuser-Busch Biergarten, 221 Daniel Webster Hwy., Merrimack
WHAT: The 6th annual Imagine the Possibilities fundraising event is an evening celebration to support the work of Gateways Community Services, an organization that serves individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, autism and mental health challenges. Funds raised during the event will help bridge gaps in services and open the door to new opportunities through every stage of life. The evening will include food, auction items, and shared stories that will inspire everyone.
COST: $75 – $100
CONTACT: gatewayscs.org/imagine-the-possibilities
WORKSHOP
MASTERCLASS FOR INVESTORS READY TO SCALE
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 18, noon to 5 p.m.
WHERE: 2200 Southwood Drive, Nashua
WHAT: If you’re developing your first real-estate deal, working on a full-time job while investing as a side project, or discovered that now is the time to “scale up,” your investing, this masterclass is for you. The half-day event will provide fresh insight and strategy straight from experienced investors. It’s designed to give attendees new tools and connections regarding your path in real estate, and make clear the best moves going forward. Attendees will receive a copy of David Richter’s “Profit First For Real-Estate Investors,” and lunch is provided. This five-hour class is co-sponsored by IPS and the Noble Group.
COST: $49 – $89
CONTACT: Search via Eventbrite
FUNDRAISER
THE 28TH ANNUAL DRIVE FOR A TECH GOLF TOURNAMENT
WHEN: Friday, Sept. 12, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Pease Golf Course, 200 Grafton Road, Portsmouth
WHAT: The New Hampshire Automobile Dealers Association’s annual golf tournament will support the newest generation of automotive professionals around New Hampshire. This is a chance to network and show off your golfing skills while supporting a good cause. More than 20 sponsors are participating, including Auto Auction of New England and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care. NHADA’s education foundation awards more than $60K in scholarships to students pursuing a career in the automotive industry. Registration includes contests, lunch, a gift and more.
COST: $285 per player; value pack and mulligans are extra.
CONTACT: nhada.com/events/golf
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