NETWORKING
LEADERSHIP GREATER CONCORD (LGC) ALUMNI NETWORKING
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 2, 5:30-7 p.m.
WHERE: The Hotel Concord, 11 South Main St., Concord, third floor, New Hampshire Room, Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce
WHAT: Reconnect with your classmates, meet the LGC Class of 2026, during this annual LGC alumni networking event, and welcome in the holiday season with fellow alumni. The party includes door prizes
COST: Free
CONTACT: concordnhchamber.com
SEMINAR
THE STATE OF AI IN THE GRANITE STATE
WHEN: Wednesday, Dec. 3, 8-11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Center for Ethics in Society, Saint Anselm College, 100 Saint Anselm Drive, Manchester
WHAT: Business leaders are keeping a sharp eye out for how artificial intelligence is transforming industries and economies, here and around the world. During this seminar, hear real-world experiences of leaders currently tackling AI, and discover the ethical and philosophical ramifications of this burgeoning technology. This event is co-sponsored by NH Business Review.
COST: Free
CONTACT: Search via Constant Contact
WORKSHOP
BIA’S 11TH ANNUAL NEW HAMPSHIRE LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
WHEN: Monday, Dec. 8, 5:30 p.m. to Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2 p.m.
WHERE: Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa, 101 Mountain View Road, Whitefield
WHAT: Business and Industry Association’s 11th annual New Hampshire Leadership Summit, presented by Eversource, begins Monday at 5:30 p.m. with a networking reception and dinner to follow. On Tuesday morning, attend three policy workshops that focus on workforce, housing and child care. Workshops will be attended by policy experts and are moderated by BIA’s policy staff. The summit ends with a luncheon speaker.
COST: $325; exclusive to BIA members or by invitation only. Registration fee includes networking reception, dinner, breakfast, policy sessions and lunch. Online registration closes Friday, Dec. 5 at noon.
CONTACT: biaofnh.com
NETWORKING
CNHCC BUSINESS AFTER HOURS GATHERING
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 9, 5-7 p.m.
WHERE: The Dam Brewhouse, 1323 New Hampshire Route 175, Campton
WHAT: Dam Brewhouse & Profile Spirits and CG Studios are cohosting the CNHCC Business After Hours gathering, supported by Service Credit Union. Network with colleagues in the Dam’s tasting room and beer garden, play music bingo or enjoy other entertainment. The evening consists of beverages, light hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, a networking activity, host remarks, Chamber news, a giveaway provided by CG Studios and door prizes.
COST: Free; advanced registration required
CONTACT: centralnh.org
NETWORKING
FALL 2025 BUSINESS LAB PITCH EVENT
WHEN: Dec. 9, 5-7 p.m.
WHERE: Hannah Grimes Center for Entrepreneurship, 25 Roxbury St., Keene
WHAT: The Hannah Grimes Center provides space, tools and connections that help entrepreneurs build strong businesses, thriving local economies and vibrant communities in the Monadnock Region. The latest group of Business Lab students and entrepreneurs have been building their pitches over the last several weeks and will present their ideas. From 5-5:30 p.m. and 6:30-7 p.m., network while enjoying food and drink from CC&D’s Kitchen Market, and hear pitches from business owners from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
COST: Free
CONTACT: programs@hannahgrimes.com
NETWORKING
ROCHESTER BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
WHEN: Wednesday, Dec. 10, 5:30-7 p.m.
WHERE: 17 Wakefield St., Rochester
WHAT: First Seacoast Bank in Rochester is hosting its Holiday Business After Hours. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served; try your luck at winning a door prize, and network with others.
CONTACT: business.rochesternh.org
OPEN HOUSE
DOVER BUSINESS OPEN HOUSE
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 16, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: 35 Pointe Place, Dover
WHAT: Chamber members are welcome to attend the December Business Open House at Spring Village in Dover. Bring business cards to enter a door prizes raffle, and network with friends and colleagues. Light refreshments will be provided.
COST: Free to members; prospective members, contact the Chamber for a one-time guest pass.
CONTACT: dovernh.org
NETWORKING
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS @ MOUNTAIN MEDICAL SPA
WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 18, 5-7 p.m.
WHERE: Mountain Medical Spa and Laser Center, 111 Saranac St., Suite 110, Littleton
WHAT: Spend time networking with other local business professionals at Mountain Medical Spa. This evening of community engagement takes place in a relaxed setting, offering opportunities to share ideas, make new connections and pursue collaborations.
COST: Free
CONTACT: Search via Constant Contact
WORKSHOP
NHASBO NHW101 SCHOOL FINANCING WORKSHOP
WHEN: Feb. 13, 2026, noon
WHERE: Virtual
WHAT: Attend the NH Association of School Business Officials’ NHW school financing workshop to learn about depository contracts, reporting requirements, investment controls and strategies and other topics during this Zoom session. Online registration is available until Feb. 9. NHASBO supports the profession of school business management and offers professional development and certifications as well as mentoring and networking opportunities.
CONTACT: labbott@nhasbo.org
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