NETWORKING
LEADERSHIP GREATER MANCHESTER CLASS OF 2026 GRADUATION AND ALUMNI RECEPTION
WHEN: Thursday, June 25, 4-7 p.m.
WHERE: The Derryfield School, 2108 River Road, Manchester
WHAT: Celebrate and recognize the achievements of the Leadership Greater Manchester Class of 2026. This event is a great networking opportunity. Reconnect with alumni, meet new grads and expand your network in a relaxed atmosphere. Registration is from 4-4:30 p.m.; the graduation ceremony is from 4:30-5:30 p.m.; and reception and networking is from 5:30-7 p.m. There will also be food and drinks.
COST: $35
CONTACT: manchester-chamber.org
NETWORKING
JULY 2026 MORNING MIXER: COAST BUS
WHEN: Wednesday, July 1, 8-9 a.m.
WHERE: 42 Summer Drive, Dover
WHAT: Make new contacts at this structured, fast-paced speed networking event hosted by COAST Bus. Participants have two minutes to share information at a station before moving to the next. Bring at least 40 business cards. The mixer starts promptly at 8 a.m. Those arriving after 8 a.m. will be assigned a station if one is available. Anyone not assigned is welcome to stay for networking. Sponsored by First Seacoast Bank.
COST: Members are free; non-members, $15
CONTACT: Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce
WORKSHOP
GREATER MANCHESTER CHAMBER 101
WHEN: Tuesday, July 14, 2026, noon to 1:15 p.m.
WHERE: Greater Manchester Chamber, 54 Hanover St., Manchester
WHAT: Meet Chamber staff and learn about the organization’s work. Attend this event to get a better idea of the Chamber’s structure, mission and programs, and find out how engagement can benefit your business and professional development. This program is part-presentation, part-dialogue, so come with your questions. Lunch will be provided.
COST: Free
CONTACT: manchester-chamber.org
NETWORKING
CNHCC BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
WHEN: Tuesday, July 14, 5-7 p.m.
WHERE: Loon Preservation Committee, 183 Lee’s Mill Road, Moultonborough
WHAT: Member and non-member local businesses and organizations are invited for this meet-and-greet. Light appetizers, host remarks, chamber news and door prizes are planned. The CNHCC Business After-Hours Series is supported by Service Credit Union and hosted by the Loon Preservation Committee.
COST: Free; advanced registration required
CONTACT: centralnh.org
NETWORKING
GREATER DOVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS OPEN HOUSE: REVO CASINO
WHEN: Wednesday, July 15, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: 887B Central Ave., Dover
WHAT: The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce and host Revo Casino invites members to join us for this month’s Business Open House. Light refreshments will be provided. Feel free to bring plenty of business cards and enjoy this evening of networking with friends and colleagues. Members interested in donating to the door prize pool, contact Melissa at melissa@dovernh.org. Parking on-site.
COST: Free to Chamber members; non-members, call the office if interested (603-742-2218).
CONTACT: dovernh.org
CONFERENCE
NHASBO NHW100 2-DAY SUMMER INSTITUTE ORIENTATION WORKSHOP
WHEN: Tuesday, July 21-Wednesday, July 22, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: NH Department of Education, (actual location TBA), Concord
WHAT: Choose from various sessions, including: NHDOE and NHDRA reporting requirements; NH RSA’s, rules and regulations relating to cash management; School Business Administrator available advisors; ancillary services; human resources; NHDOE and NHDRA reporting requirements; and more. Lunch (with a gluten-free option) starts at noon both days.
COST: Members, $200; non-members pre-registration required.
CONTACT: nhasbo.org/events
WORKSHOP
NH GRANTS
INSTITUTE WHEN: Tuesday, July 28, to Thursday, July 30, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Granite Edvance, 3 Barrell Court, Concord
WHAT: NH Grants Institute is an interactive threeday workshop covering organizational readiness, pre-grant planning, grant identification, strategy, grantor and grantee relationship development, proposal writing, collaborative grant development, and the review process, as well as forging effective relationships with funders. Registration is for all three days. Light breakfast, snacks and lunch included.
COST: Members, $375; non-members, $525. Partial scholarships of up to 50% are available. Please register no more than two people from your organization.
CONTACT: nhnonprofits.org/events/nh-grants-institute-19
NETWORKING
THE GREATER MANCHESTER CHAMBER GOLF CLASSIC
WHEN: Thursday, Aug. 6, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Stonebridge Country Club, 161 Gorham Pond Road, Goffstown
WHAT: Members of the Greater Manchester business community can tee off and network at this annual event. Business members can connect and play a friendly game of golf while being competitive with colleagues. The goal for players and sponsors is to have fun. The chamber is accepting sponsorships, which supports its mission and provides visibility.
COST: TBD
CONTACT: manchester-chamber.org
CONFERENCE
2026 NEW HAMPSHIRE ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATORY CONFERENCE
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 9, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave., Concord
WHAT: Conference attendees can earn up to five CEUs. This conference, which is produced along with the NH Department of Environmental Services (NH DES), lets business leaders, environmental professionals and others have the chance to hear from NH DES staff members as well as key regulators. Sponsored by McLane Middleton.
COST: BIA members: $145; nonmembers: $175. Walk-ins allowed based on availability; a $25 surcharge and payment will be due at the door.
CONTACT: members.biaofnh.com/event-grid
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