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e-Learning for Entrepreneurs
Bringing e-tools, resources and online courses to NH entrepreneurs 24/7.
Free 2-3.5 hr courses in Business Management, Marketing, Money. Business Plan OnLine (BPOL) Create your start-up or growth business plan on your own, or over time with an SBDC business advisor with this online software product. Cost: $49
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NH SBDC Launches Two New e-Courses!
Advanced Social Media Tools & Tactics for Small Business takes businesses to the next level in their marketing efforts. This course covers strategies on how to use advanced tools in LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and podcasting for business purposes, and to implement measurement and reputation tools. Take Social Media for Small Business first to get a foundation in the basics.
Coming in mid-October is Sites that Sell: Building Your e-Commerce Business, sponsored by Fairpoint Communications, Inc. Learn how to set up your website to sell online, from getting your domain name to choosing payment systems to going mobile. It's all here, with links to resources with options for you to explore.
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THIS JUST IN! - Taking Your Business to the Next Level is OUT!
Business NH Magazine's October issue contains the 2011  Small Business Finance Guide, including NH SBDC's Guide to Taking Your Business to the Next Level. Check it out! If you have a use for reprints, please contact us at h.edwardsdunn@unh.edu to submit your request.
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 SBDC Star Performers
2011 State Star Award
Congratulations to Stewart Gates, business advisor for NH SBDC 's North Country Office, selected as the 2011 New Hampshire State Star. Gates was selected for being an outstanding performer, making a major contribution to the NH SBDC program, and showing strong commitment to small business in New Hampshire's North Country. Gates was recognized at the Association of Small Business Development Centers' 2011 national meeting in San Diego, California.
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SBDC Business Advisor Receives National Award
Andrea O'Brien, a 14-year veteran of the New Hampshire Small Business
Development Center, has been awarded the National Best Practices Award by the Association for Persons in Supported Employment. Andrea received the award at the 22nd National APSE Conference in Seattle Washington held on June 15, 2011. The National Best Practices Award recognizes individuals and businesses demonstrating an outstanding commitment to ensuring employment for all individuals.
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"Think Global" Business Summit
Monday, October 17 - 5:30 p.m.
Featuring Myron Kandel, Co-Founder of CNN
With a panel of Granite State business leaders
Why businesses are going global and how to do it responsibly
Reception 5:30 p.m. (Hors d'oeuvres & cash bar), Program 6:30 p.m
Dining Center, Southern NH University, 2500 N. River Road
Manchester, NH 03106
Tickets - $25/per person; Free/Students
Purchase Tickets Online or call 603-314-7970
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Timely Tools for Entrepreneurs
Businesses need to prepare for the worst
Last month in a webinar sponsored by the Small Business Administration, "Creating a Culture of Preparedness: The 72-Hour Rule," key members of the administration discussed the responsibilities we all have to prepare ourselves, and our businesses, for catastrophe. The 72-Hour rule refers to the idea that we all should be prepared to go at least 72 hours without help from others, giving rescue personnel time to reach us or the catastrophe time to subside. That means being prepared with at least water and food to last that long. A key recommendation for any business is to first visit this website: http://www.preparemybusiness.org. Also, resources available at www.ready.gov may be helpful as you plan for your business.
Reporting Employer Health Care Coverage on Form W-2
On October 31, the IRS will host a webinar to explain the Affordable Care Act provision that requires some employers to report health coverage on Form W-2. |
SBDC Educational Programs
The NH SBDC and the Small Business Loans program of the NH Community Loan Fund are co-hosting this event. November 16, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Nashua Technology Park, 200 Innovative Way, Nashua Environmental Management Program
The SBDC Environmental Management Program, located in our Manchester Regional Office, helps develop best management practices to achieve sustainability. October 11, 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. Ammon Center, Manchester Airport, 175 Ammon Drive, Manchester October 25, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. NH Coalition for Occupational Safety & Health 161 Londonderry Turnpike, Hooksett November 8, 8:30 - 11:00 a.m. Ammon Center, Manchester Airport, 175 Ammon Drive, Manchester November 29, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Ammon Center, Manchester Airport, 175 Ammon Drive, Manchester |
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Partner News & Events
U.S. Small Business Administration's NH District Office is now accepting nominations for its 2012 Small Business Awards, including the NH Small Business Person of the Year.
The Northeast Angels Investment Group is reviewing applications for presentation. Information about Northeast Angels can be found at this link. To apply to NeA, go to www.northeastangels.com or contact hollis.mcguire@unh.edu.
Connect 2011 - Exploring Local Economies & Vibrant Communities
Hannah Grimes' annual CONNECT event is a unique opportunity for community-minded residents to network and share ideas.
October 12, 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Alyson's Orchard, Walpole
NH Business Review Health Care Forum
Business leaders from around the state will come together to participate in an engaging and interactive discussion on the changing face of health care and its impact on both the employer and employee.
October 13, 7:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Grappone Conference Center, Concord
Performance Excellence for the One-Man Shop: Malcolm Baldrige in Micro-Business
Richard Tango-Lowy has been using the Baldrige Framework and Tools to help him grow Dancing Lion Chocolate from a home-based business into its first storefront location in Manchester. A Master Chocolatier and micro-businessman, Richard will demonstrate how Baldrige can guide micro and small businesses towards their goals and provide us with a sampling of his results - some of the finest chocolate you will ever enjoy.
October 17, 4:00 p.m.
Northeast Delta Dental
2 Delta Drive, Concord, NH 03302
NH High Tech Council's Entrepreneur Forum
Two New Hampshire companies offering web-based services, Mosaic Storage Systems, Inc. and MMIS, Inc, will be featured at the next NH High Technology Council Entrepreneur Forum. Mosaic Storage Systems and MMIS, Inc. will present their products to a panel of experts and live audience to gain feedback and insight on marketability and finance strategies.
October 19, 5:20 - 8:30 p.m.
FIRST Headquarters
200 Bedford St., Manchester
Save the Date - NHHTC Product of the Year Awards
November 14, 5:30 p.m.
Radisson Hotel Manchester - Center of NH
Business NH Magazine's NH Health Care Summit 2011
Business executives and owners, HR directors, health care professionals, insurance brokers and others are encouraged to attend and learn how the national discussion affects NH. The event will feature an update on the state of health care in NH, a discussion about the Affordable Care Act and its impact on businesses, and a panel discussion of what businesses can do to control health care costs and manage employee health and wellness.
November 2, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Radisson Hotel, Manchester |
 The NH SBDC provides confidential business management consulting and educational programs to more than 3,000 NH small businesses each year. The NH SBDC is the only NH agency that has full time, certified business advisors providing one-on-one, long-term management consulting to small businesses. |
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