INDUSTRY NEWS & EVENTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUTDetails of all can be found on our Member News Web PageRecovery Act for Small Businesses ForumSaturday, April 18, 2009
Daniel Webster College - Collings Auditorium - 20 University Drive, Nashua
Green Business: The Next GenerationTuesday, April 21, 2009 11:00 AM ~ 3:00 PM
Franklin Pierce University - Pierce Hall, Rindge NH
Serve Safe ClassTuesday, April 28, 2009 8:00 AM ~ 4:00 PM
Town and Country Motor Inn, Gorham
Unique Speed Coaching & Workshop EventThursday, April 30, 2009 8:00 AM ~ 1:00 PM
Grappone Conference Center - Concord NH
FREE Home Buyers SeminarTuesday, May 5th, 6-8pm
Profile Bank, Somersworth NH
Promotional Opportunity - 33rd Annual New Hampshire Governor's Conference on Tourism to be held May 4 -6, 2009 at Waterville Valley Conference CenterWant to introduce new customers to your business while helping out the
NH travel industry? Make a contribution to the Silent Auction for this
year's
NH Governor's Conference on Tourism! Did you know the auction
is our ONLY fundraiser - keeping costs down to attend the conference
while helping to pay for national speakers who can help YOU help YOUR
BUSINESS thrive in this economy! Don't Delay - Act Today! Fill out
the
donation form and send it, along with your gift certificate, by April 18th so that your company's name will be included in the program provided to every conference attendee.
33rd Annual New Hampshire Governor's Conference on Tourism
to be held May 5 & 6, 2009 at Waterville Valley Resort
The
program will include:
NH Division
of Travel & Tourism Development
preview of RY 2010 Marketing Initiatives
Annual Meeting
New Hampshire Travel Council Tourism Industry Awards
An expanded supplier marketplace
Marketing clinics
Workshops
Peer-to-Peer networking opportunities
Regional and National keynote speakers on timely topics
The breakout sessions are informative, useful and give you practical
ideas you can implement right away. The Marketplace puts you in
touch with resources to help you develop your marketing strategies -
from web developers and media representatives to printing companies and
trainers -- All under one roof!
More Info / RegistrationOne of our new members is offering a
special rate for members to stay overnight at the Governor's Conference on
Tourism -
Valley Inn $106.25 for a room/suites includes tax and fees - add
information on the Valley Inn
Funding Workshop for CDBG Affordable Housing and Public Facility Projects The Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA), located in Concord, NH, will be conducting an Application Writing Workshop for the statewide Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Affordable Housing and Public Facilities Program, on Tuesday, May 5, 2009.
Read More American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009RURAL UTILITIES SERVICE BROADBAND INVESTMENT PROGRAM
$2.5 billion for loans and grants
On February 17, 2009, President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 ("ARRA"). This document provides information on how Rural Development's Rural Utilities Service (RUS) will implement the broadband provisions of the ARRA.
Read MoreDiscover New England - 14th Tourism Summit & International MarketplaceApril 27-29, 2009 in Sunday River, Maine
This is your opportunity to meet and do business with over 40
international tour operators from the UK, Germany, France, Italy, and
the Netherlands, as well as New England specialist receptive operators
from the United States. These operators will be at this event to expand
their New England product. The Summit is also a great forum for
discussing industry trends with your New England tourism colleagues.
Read MoreMobile Marketing Is Here! CTM's Programs Can Help You Get StartedAre you interested in pro-actively communicating with visitors through Text Alerts? Would having your own Keyword and Mobile Marketing Campaign enhance all your marketing efforts?
CTM Media Group, a trusted name in the tourism industry for over 25 years, now offers you three affordable and attractive Mobile Marketing programs to reach visitors in New England.
Read MoreLakes Region Planning Commission Request for NominationsThe
natural environment plays an essential role in our quality of life.
Each year the Lakes Region Planning Commission would like to recognize
someone who has made na extraordinary voluntary effort, over the years,
to maintain and improve the environmental quality of the region. This
recognition is made through the annual Kim Ayers Award. Nominations are
being accepted until May 1, 2009. For more information, contact Barbara
Perry at 279-8171.
Transportation Challenges and Opportunities for the Granite State
April 16, Noon - 1:30 PM
Concord - A luncheon event and panel discussion focusing on the current state of
New Hampshire's infrastructure, the impact and timing of federal stimulus
money on key highway projects, the health of the NH Highway Fund and
the need for additional revenue, and the future of commuter rail in New
Hampshire.
Read MoreGovernor's Award for Pollution Prevention The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (DES) Pollution Prevention Program is accepting applications for the 15th Annual Governor's Award for Pollution Prevention. 1-800-273-9469 or email nhppp@des.nh.gov.
New England Eco ExpoThe first New England Eco-Hospitality Expo will take place on April 14, 2009 at the Radisson Hotel in Nashua, New Hampshire. This event is hosted by the New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association (NHLRA) in partnership with NH Division of Travel and Tourism and several other organizations.
Attendees will have the opportunity to network with hospitality companies offering eco-friendly products and services across New England. The registration pass includes admission to the expo, seminars and lunch. Register on-line at www.NEEcoHospitalityExpo.com. Please contact Michelle Whitenack with questions at 603-228-9585 or mwhitenack@nhlra.com.
The New Hampshire High Technology Council, Inc. is pleased to announce its CALL FOR APPLICATIONS for the 2009 NHHTC ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR AWARDS PROGRAM.
Each year the NHHTC identifies and awards an individual(s) who has made
significant contributions to the advancement of technology in their
business and/or in New Hampshire. Nominations are solicited through
NHHTC members, universities, corporations, bankers, attorneys, ventures
capitalists and entrepreneurs. Current Chair is Jim Cook at (603)
924-4312. Notices are posted on the NH High Tech Council website at
www.nhhtc.org. The award ceremony and banquet is held in May.
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