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Wednesday, May 05, 2021Ben VanCamp selected as president, Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH—For four years Ben VanCamp has served as the Vice President of What’s Next at the Chamber Collaborative. Starting May 31, he will actually be “What’s Next,” when he steps into big shoes left by outgoing President Valerie Rochon. Monte Bohanan, acting chairman of the Board of Directors, the Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth, is pleased to announce the selection of VanCamp as president of the Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth, effective May 31,
Tuesday, May 04, 2021Arts In Reach creates community during quarantine—A free virtual event
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH—Join Arts In Reach (AIR) for a virtual event called Creating Community During Quarantine on Wednesday, May 12 from 7 to 8 p.m. This event explores the experiences of teenage girls during the pandemic. It will stream live from the 3S Artspace stage and air on YouTube. The event is free but registration is required at
Tuesday, May 04, 2021JSA Inc. wins AIANH Award for Carey Cottage at Creek Farm restoration
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH—JSA Inc. received the 2021 Rick and Duffy Monahon Merit Award for Design Excellence in Architectural Restoration and Preservation from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) New Hampshire for the firm’s work on Carey Cottage at Creek Farm, a historic property in Portsmouth. Carey Cottage was one of 12 projects honored by AIANH’s Excellence in Architecture
Tuesday, May 04, 2021TFMoran recognizes landscape architect Michael Krzeminski for 25 years
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't createdby, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH—Michael Krzeminski, PLA was recently recognized for 25 years of service as a valued member of TFMoran’s Landscape Architecture department. He joined TFMoran in 1995 as an assistant land planner/designer. He earned his NH Professional Landscape Architect license in 2016 shortly after the licensure program was created. Now, as head of TFM’s Landscape Architecture Department,
Monday, May 03, 2021WSCA: Spring update and WSCA on Demand
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. WSCA News: Serving the Seacoast Since 2004 Spring has arrived! It's time for a new beginning complete with inoculations... but also morning walks, evening strolls, farmer's markets, firing up the grill, and of course listening to Portsmouth Community Radio, WSCA 106.1 FM. &##127911; We know the last 14 months have been tough for everyone, which is why we're so very
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Friday, April 30, 2021New Hampshire Theatre Project in collaboration with Seacoast Mental Health Center presents The Opioid Crisis Effect on Families
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. New Hampshire Theatre Project’s Elephant-in-the-Room Series® In collaboration with Seacoast Mental Health Center presents The Opioid Crisis Effect on Families: Playreading & Community Discussion Featuring A Wider Circle by Mary Ellen Hedrick Thursday, May 20, 7-9 p.m. To register for live webinar - On Thursday, May 20 at 7 p.m., Seacoast Mental Health Center and
Tuesday, April 27, 2021Cross Roads House wins nonprofit impact award
DISCLAIMER: This content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. View this email in your browser 73Individuals8Families19Children The NH Center for Nonprofits 2021 Nonprofit Impact Celebration was held on Thursday, April 22, 2021 and honored individuals and organizations for their exemplary service to the community in the past year. Cross Roads House Receives Nonprofit Impact Award On Thursday, April 22, 2021,
Tuesday, April 27, 2021MacEdge news: Warning against non-authorized service providers
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. Spring Update 2021Hello (third) Spring... I think? It's been a crazy few months, right? While we wait for Mother Nature to figure out her mind as to what season it is in New England, it's time to give ya'll a few updates!COVID Update New Product Announcements Clearance Products New Pre-Loved Macs in stock A Warning
Tuesday, April 27, 2021NH Tech Alliance: New Cybersecurity Initiative, eBrew, TechWomen Power Breakfast and Award Nominations, News and More
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. Membership invoices have been emailed recently and are now due. To view and pay your invoice online, please click here. If your business is not yet a member we would love to chat. Upcoming NHTA Events TechWomen of the Year 2021 Call for Nominations Are you a student focusing on STEM education here in NH? Do you have an amazing teacher who is making an impact in Technology Education?
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Tuesday, April 27, 2021$28.6 Billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund OPENS on Monday, May 3
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative. New Hampshire District Office - April 27, 2021 SBA Administrator Guzman Announces Application Opening for $28.6 Billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund on 5/3 Fund prioritizes direct relief to women, veterans, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and includes $9.5 billion in set-asides for smaller businesses SBA today announced the U.S. Small Business Administration will
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Wednesday, April 21, 2021Northeast Credit Union welcomes Greta Burgess as Portsmouth Naval Shipyard branch manager
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH – Northeast Credit Union is pleased to announce Greta Burgess as the new branch manager of its Portsmouth Naval Shipyard location. Burgess will be responsible for hiring and training staff, overseeing daily branch operations, and ensuring an excellent experience for all members and visitors who enter the branch. “We are thrilled to welcome Greta to Northeast Credit
Tuesday, April 20, 2021Virtual Gundalow Gatherings: Traces of the Trade: Portsmouth’s connection to the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade on May 6
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. Virtual Gundalow GatheringsThursday May 6th 6:45pmTraces of the Trade: Portsmouth’s connection to the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade A presentation by JerriAnne Boggis, Executive Director, Black Heritage Trial of New Hampshire Institutionalized slavery in Colonial America provided immense wealth and material culture to many European immigrants and their
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Tuesday, April 20, 2021Artist’s reflections of COVID-19 ‘Ree Katrak – New Work’ at the Levy Gallery in May
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH – New work done during the pandemic by New Hampshire Art Association artist Ree Katrak will be on exhibit during May at the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery. “As an abstract artist, my work is an expression of thoughts and feelings,” Katrak said. “Since March of 2020 I have developed a body of work that reflects my personal journey during the height of COVID-19 – a time in
Tuesday, April 20, 2021‘Beyond the Boundaries’ 35th annual Omer T. Lassonde Juried Exhibition on exhibit through May
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH – The long winter and pandemic have required us all to stay within certain unaccustomed boundaries. As Spring arrives, we are beginning to emerge again, and local artists have interpreted the theme “Beyond the Boundaries,” for the 35th annual Omer T. Lassonde juried exhibition. An overwhelming number of impressive submissions from members and non-members were received
Monday, April 19, 20213 Things to Know about the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative. DIS1. Get the program details 3 Things to Know about the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)1. Get the program details. Get the program details such as eligibility, funding amount, allowable use of funds and more. If you haven’t already, sign up for RRF email updates.All info about RRF2. How to prepare. Currently, SBA is not accepting applications for RRF. However, you can prepare your
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Monday, April 19, 2021Northeast Credit Union announces promotions, expansion of Enterprise Risk Management Program to support growth
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH–Northeast Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Ana Foret, CPA to senior vice president, chief risk officer and Stephanie Koch to assistant vice president of Risk Management. These promotions support the credit union’s vision to become the best credit union, by enabling us to continue offering new financial possibilities and supporting the sound and safe
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Monday, April 19, 2021Albacore Park observes the anniversary of bringing the USS ALBACORE (AGSS 569) submarine home
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH–Albacore Park, home of the USS ALBACORE (AGSS 569) at 569 Submarine Way, a National Historic Landmark Site and Museum in Portsmouth, New Hampshire is pleased to announce that it will hold an historic event on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 6:30PM via Zoom. The USS ALBACORE (AGSS 569) submarine took her last voyage in 1973 to the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard where she was
Saturday, April 17, 2021Operation Blessing invites your volunteer team to register to participate in the One Day to Serve event May 22
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. 13TH ANNUAL ONE DAY TO SERVE SATURDAY, MAY 22, 2021 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (RAIN OR SHINE) PORTSMOUTH—Greetings! My name is Tammy Joslyn and I am the executive director of Operation Blessing in Portsmouth. ONE DAY TO SERVE is a one day event where we serve the Portsmouth Housing Authority (PHA) community by sending teams of volunteers to help beautify/clean up the 10
Thursday, April 15, 2021Ten industry-leading brands Combine to form WIN Waste Innovations
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't create by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. Vertically Integrated Operator Created to Deliver Performance for the Planet PORTSMOUTH–Wheelabrator Technologies Inc. today announced the integration of 10 leading waste industry businesses into a single company operating under the WIN Waste Innovations brand name. As one entity, the legacy businesses now represent a vertically integrated, curb-to-grid waste management company
Thursday, April 15, 2021CMNH to offer In-person Summer Camps and Take Home Activity Kits
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. DOVER – The Children’s Museum of New Hampshire has decided to offer both in-person summer camps and take-home summer fun activity kits. Parents can choose what works best for their families. The three-day in-person summer camps run from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Mini Camps are for kids ages 4 & 5, and Discovery Camps are for ages 6 & 7. “These half day programs start with play time
Wednesday, April 14, 2021GBCC's Hospitality Program Ready to Train Students for Post-Pandemic Job Growth
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH - The Seacoast hospitality industry is ready to come roaring back, and Great Bay Community College is ready to help. The college offers an associate degree and short-term certificate options in Hotel, Restaurant and Event Management. These programs are expecting a surge in interest, as the industry begins to recover from the devastating impact of the pandemic.
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Wednesday, April 14, 2021Northeast Credit Union announces March Love Your Community Awards Winners, grants $20K to 10 nonprofits
Disclaimer: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH – The votes are in, and Northeast Credit Union has announced the 10 winners of this month’s Love Your Community Awards. Launched in 2020, the Love Your Community Awards initiative is part of Northeast Credit Union’s region-wide Love Your Community Project, which aims to encourage people to practice kindness in their everyday lives. Every month, Northeast Credit
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Wednesday, April 14, 2021‘AquaTerra: Seacoast Land & Water’ --Two NH Art Association artists pair up during May
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH – Two New Hampshire Association artists – photographer Joe Perna and painter Jeff Wagner – have collaborated to exhibit views of the New England Seacoast, through photographs and paintings during May at the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery. From Maine to New Hampshire to Massachusetts the Seacoast region shows considerable diversity in coastline, marsh and cozy harbors,
Tuesday, April 13, 2021Step Up Parents awarded $5,000 grant from the Bishop’s Charitable Assistance Fund
Disclaimer: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH—Portsmouth nonprofit Step Up Parents received a $5,000 grant from the Bishop’s Charitable Assistance Fund to provide financial support for kinship families raising the children of parents with substance use disorder in New Hampshire. The Bishop’s Charitable Assistance Fund makes grants to tax-exempt organizations without regard to religious affiliation for projects that
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Tuesday, April 13, 2021Stimulus relief for recovery start-up businesses
DISCLAIMER: The following content isn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. By Paul J. Durham, Esq. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, lawmakers have provided significant economic assistance to support struggling businesses. Unfortunately, businesses started during the crisis itself have been ineligible for most of that aid. For example, businesses started after February 15, 2020 remain ineligible for the Paycheck Protection Program, and New
Tuesday, April 13, 2021Your invitation to the Accelerate Women Leaders in Travel Retreat
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative. You're invited to join the Accelerate Women Leaders in Travel Retreat, April 27 and 28 - An event for women to gain new leadership insights and skills alongside other women in the industry. The virtual retreat is about two weeks away and organizers want to be sure you are invited to this professional development program specific to you in the hospitality industry. The retreat is inspirational,
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Tuesday, April 13, 2021‘Different Strokes’ Three NH Art Association share their love of nature
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH – It’s time to shed the confines of winter and delve into nature’s beauty. While outside nature will soon be on display, three artist members of the New Hampshire Art Association will share their love of art and nature, choosing different mediums of expression in a show during May titled, “Different Strokes,” at the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery on State
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Monday, April 12, 2021Strawbery Banke offers Mother's Day Tours on May 9
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. Mother's Day ToursSunday, May 9, 2021, 10 AM - 3 PMOne-hour, guided tours departing every 30-minutes. The last self-guided tour departs at 3 PM. Limited tickets are available for each guided tour. Advanced ticket purchase strongly encouraged. Join Strawbery Banke for a special Mother’s Day tour celebrating Puddle Dock families and their matriarchs. During a 60-minute guided
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Friday, April 09, 2021''Twilight of American Impressionism' and 'Working Waterfronts''now on display at Portsmouth Historical Society
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH—Sublime Impressionist paintings and powerful expressionist woodcuts are featured in two exhibitions of very different styles of art, both produced by artists with roots in the area. On display at Portsmouth Historical Society’s galleries through Sept. 12, "Twilight of American Impressionism" showcases two extraordinary New England painters who were masters of
Thursday, April 08, 2021Cornerstone VNA expands to serve southern NH Seacoast towns
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. Photo: Katie LeBlanc, Hospice Volunteer Coordinator/Chaplain at Cornerstone VNA visits the town of Hampton, one of the newest towns in Cornerstone VNA’s expanded service area. SEACOAST—Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit health care provider, is proud to announce the expansion of its service area to include the Seacoast towns of Stratham, Hampton, North Hampton, Hampton Falls and
Thursday, April 08, 2021Meet the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra and a save the date
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. Take NoteApril 2021 From the Maestro, When the pandemic hit the United States in March 2020, the Portsmouth Symphony Orchestra was rehearsing Beethoven's Symphony No. 3 in anticipation of our March mainstage concert. Of course, that performance never happened. Now, just over a year later, it seems a fitting place to pick up in our first issue of Take
Wednesday, April 07, 2021Have you heard about the Chase Home's Community Diversion Program?
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. Have you heard about our Seacoast Community Diversion Program? Founded in 2016, our Seacoast Community Diversion Program [SCDP] is designed to help youth (and families) build skills and community connections. It is a 12-week program that offers some services free to the community. Some of these services include online classes, LADC evaluations,
Thursday, March 25, 2021The Great Bay Stewards launches registration for Great Bay 5K | Race for a Healthy Estuary and Great Bay 55K Challenge.
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. Great Bay Stewards Launches Registration for Great Bay 5K | Race for a Healthy Estuary and Great Bay 55K Challenge New this year: Partnership with Victoria’s Victory Foundation GREENLAND—The non-profit Great Bay Stewards is pleased to announce that registration is underway for the Great Bay 5K | Race for a Healthy Estuary and the Great Bay 55K Challenge. The Stewards plan to hold
Wednesday, March 24, 2021All Together Now: The Music Hall, 3S Artspace and Prescott Park Arts Festival announce new benefit concert series
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of three members. PORTSMOUTH—Three arts and entertainment organizations are collaborating to present a benefit concert series, All Together Now: A Benefit for the Music Lover in Us All. All Together Now was created by The Music Hall, Prescott Park Arts Festival, and 3S Artspace to welcome the community back to live music as the Seacoast warms up for summer programming. The pandemic
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Monday, March 22, 2021‘Beyond the Boundaries,' NHAA's 35th annual Omer T. Lassonde Juried Exhibition through May 30
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH – The long winter and pandemic have required us all to stay within certain unaccustomed boundaries. As Spring arrives, we are beginning to emerge again, and local artists have interpreted the theme “Beyond the Boundaries,” for the 35th annual Omer T. Lassonde juried exhibition, opening March 31 at the New Hampshire Art Association’s Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery. An
Saturday, March 20, 2021Bravo to the Small but MIGHTY Business of the Month for February
If you think business is all work and no PlAy, you haven’t met the family behind Sages Entertainment. With two and ½ members (Kali, Wayne and wee daughter Alice) the company mission is: Solutions for spreading joy and building community (for the small set, but also for corporate meetings and online parties.) And what are their tools of the trade? FoamWandsScout patchesSkillsScienceBalloonsFunCreativityWonder AND a fair dose of magic (and smarts—these guys are full of STEAM: They build puppets, but
Monday, March 15, 2021Pocket Gardens Tour of Portsmouth 2021 - Its 32nd Year!
Only in Portsmouth can you sit in a flower-bedecked park, sip hand-squeezed lemonade, listen to a band play your favorite songs, and watch a hundred-thousand ton cargo freighter cruise by on slack tide. And only in Portsmouth can you poke around in private gardens that date back 400 years. This year’s self-guided tour lets you wander through the South End, founded in 1623, continuously a small welcoming neighborhood that could pass for Colonial America but for the power lines overhead. And behind
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Tuesday, March 09, 2021Intellectual Property Law Basics for Business
Disclaimer: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative. A basic understanding of intellectual property (“IP”) law issues is not just important for inventors and technology company executives. Understanding the types of common IP concerns that can arise in connection with your business will help you to protect your own IP rights and to avoid infringing the rights of others. Although even a short summary of IP law would be well beyond the scope of this brief
Monday, March 08, 2021View the results of the NH Small Business Development Center's 2020 Impact Report
DISCLAIMER: The following content was not created by, but is being shared by, the Chamber Collaborative. Working Together with NH Small Businesses We will remember 2020 for the unexpected challenges that tested us in a way no one could have ever imagined. We will also remember 2020 for bringing out the best in all of us, pulling us together with that distinctly New Hampshire spirit of community and helpfulness. Thanks to the support from our federal, state, and local partners, the
Monday, March 01, 2021TFMoran Awarded 2021 Best Engineering Firm in New Hampshire
DISCLAIMER: The following content wasn't created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. BEDFORD AND PORTSMOUTH—TFMoran was honored as the 2021 “Best of Business” in the engineering category for the ninth consecutive year. Awards are based on a poll of 4,700 NH Business Review readers. According to Bob Duval, President of TFMoran, “This recognition from NH Business Review Readers year after year, is a tribute to the ‘putting clients first’ ethic that our employees
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Wednesday, February 24, 2021Valerie Rochon, President & Chief Collaborator, Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth, Announces Plan to Retire
PORTSMOUTH—Valerie Rochon, the respected and dynamic leader of the Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth, has announced her plan to retire from the position of President and Chief Collaborator in late Spring 2021. Under Rochon’s leadership, Portsmouth and the Seacoast have earned national prominence as a top New England destination for tourism, business and as an economic powerhouse. Upon hearing the news, N.H. Congressman Chris Pappas said, “For more than a decade Valerie Rochon has been at the
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Monday, February 22, 2021The Week Ahead: Keep your eyes peeled for brighter days
DISCLAIMER: This is not a press release Hello there! Oh, what a wild and wet start to the week. The good news is it’s perfect weather for tucking in at home and watching a good movie. Or getting takeout from your favorite local restaurant. And lighting a candle to amp up the atmosphere. Whatever you do, stay dry and keep your eyes peeled for brighter, better sounding days ahead. And now, here is, the Week Ahead: Tuesday, 2/23, 10 a.m. to noon., Online: Seacoast Chamber Alliance Offshore Wind
Tuesday, January 12, 2021Northeast Credit Union awards $10K in 'Get There' Checking Sweepstakes
DISCLAIMER: This material was not created by, but is being shared by, the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. PORTSMOUTH–Northeast Credit Union takes its commitment to making a difference to community and its members seriously. Recently, they made a significant difference in the life of one lucky member, who is now $10,000 closer to reaching his financial goals. Northeast Credit Union’s “Get There Checking Sweepstakes,” which took place July 1 through Nov. 30, 2020, automatically entered
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Monday, January 11, 2021Legal Tip: New Year's (corporate) resolutions
DISCLAIMER: This material was not created by, but is being shared by, the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. By Paul J. Durham, Esq. It’s January, which means New Year’s resolutions are plentiful. For many of us, those resolutions may focus on personal health and wellness. If you are the owner or operator of a business, now is also a good time to recommit to your corporate wellness. This can be as simple as developing new corporate recordkeeping habits or sticking to the old (but good)
Monday, January 11, 2021Cornerstone VNA builds their future
DISCLAIMER: This content was not created by, but is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative on behalf of a member. ROCHESTER—Cornerstone VNA, a nonprofit home health and hospice care organization, broke ground Oct. 15, 2020 an important capital project to expand their building and renovate their existing space. This project marks a pivotal moment in the organization’s 108 year history, and positions them for continued success in the future. Cornerstone VNA has been in their current location at 178
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Monday, January 11, 2021The Week Ahead: Have you got a second?
DISCLAIMER: This is not a press release. Not meant for media distribution. Thanks! Hello! Here’s to Monday, the 11th day of the year 2021. Let’s share some quick links. These are not ALL the links we have. There are even more here. City of Portsmouth COVID-19 Resources State of NH / Department of Business and Economic Affairs (BEA) COVID-19 Business Resources Seacoast SCORE Workshops SBA COVID-19 Resources NH Small Business Development Center COVID-19 AssistanceSeacoast Chamber Alliance
Monday, December 07, 2020Legal Tip —Main Street Relief Fund and Self Grant Recipients: Watch for Final Reporting Obligations
NOTE: This was authored by Paul J. Durham, Esq. of Sheehan Phinney not the Chamber Collaborative Many New Hampshire businesses benefited from a variety of federal and state aid programs in 2020, utilizing loan proceeds and grants to weather the economic storm brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Programs such as New Hampshire’s Main Street Relief Fund (“MSRF”) and Self Employed Livelihood Fund (“SELF”) provided grants to small businesses without stipulations as to how those funds were to be spent.
Friday, December 04, 2020Employability and Understanding the Wayfair Supreme Court Decision (and how it affects NH businesses)
This Seacoast Chamber Alliance material is being shared by the Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth. The Seacoast Chamber Alliance is pleased to provide you with its weekly updates on programs and upcoming events that are part of our business recovery efforts to support Seacoast businesses. Be sure to watch for the Seacoast Chamber Alliance header, shown above, that will alert you to these important updates. UPCOMING WEBINARS Seacoast Chamber Alliance Employability Forum Save the Date Seacoast
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Monday, November 30, 2020The Week Ahead: Click on this and it will stop raining
A good blustery afternoon to you, Dear Reader, On day 335 of 2020, we take stock in where we are and where we’re going and who surrounds us. And while we know resiliency is an apt word (the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness), so is giving (providing love or other emotional support; caring.) Speaking of which, tomorrow is #GivingTuesday. The Tuesday after Thanksgiving is touted as a "global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their
Wednesday, November 04, 2020Don't forget: Opportunities to meet our members inside!
This WeekVIRTUAL Thursday, Nov. 5, 8-9 a.m.: Connect & Collaborate 2. Click to learn more about this weekly networking group open to one individual for each business category. Guests are welcome!VIRTUAL Friday, Nov. 6, 8:30-9:30 a.m.: Morning Mixer 2020 Presented by Service Credit Union. Join your fellow Chamber Collaborative members for a morning of networking and broaden your business circle. This great opportunity to meet new members and reconnect with old is presented by Service Credit Union. PLUS:
Wednesday, September 16, 2020May we have your attention, please: stream.life! is only 9 days away
View this email in your browserThis WeekVIRTUAL Wednesday, Sept. 16, 5-6 p.m.: ebrew: creative and technical social time NH’s premier creative/technical networking event is the place to meet peers, share stories and opportunities, and relax after a day's work.VIRTUAL Thursday, Sept. 17, 8-9 a.m.: Connect & Collaborate 2. Click to learn more about this weekly networking group open to one individual for each business category. Guests are welcome!VIRTUAL Friday, Sept. 18, 8-9 a.m.: Connect & Collaborate. Click
Sunday, August 23, 2020Huge Thanks to our Members Helping Members
When a pandemic unfurls, it's difficult to get your bearings. To say the least. This is what the past five months have felt like for many businesses (and people in general). On days when you're just trying to stand up straight again, everyday-matters come along on their pre-Covid schedule -- and you're just not ready or able to satisfy them. As Members helping Members — these three member businesses have made contributions that helped other members with their dues during a time when the services of
Friday, July 17, 2020Farewell to our friend Tom, a great man and restaurateur
ABOVE: Tom Perron at the March 11, 2020 Restaurant Week Summit. The photograph is taken from the upper floor of his restaurant, Mombo, where he said the photographer would have a much better vantage point. BELOW: Tom shared his love of the kitchen with the Portsmouth High School Career Technical Education students, pictured here Tom was leading CTE students in making a dessert as he volunteered in December at the Career Pathways program.Farewell to our friend Tom, a great man and restaurateur Thoughtful
Friday, May 29, 2020EASY PEASY: How to Submit a News Release to the Chamber Collaborative Website
· Log on to ChamberMaster (chambermaster.com)(Need help with your sign on or password? Email Jennifer@PortsmouthCollaborative.org and she can send you a prompt to reset it.) · In the upper right-hand corner, look for the the letters “MIC” (Member Information Center) o Click on it · Once in MIC, go to the menu column on the left-hand side o Click “News Release” from this menu · After you are in “News Release,” click on “Add News Release” on the right-hand side (it is in a blue box) · Name your news
