The Latest: Week of October 9, 2026

The Latest is a roundup of the comings and goings of the movers and shakers in NH's business community

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Amanda Andrews,

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Kevin Marceau, MBA, REBC, has joined CGI Business Solutions team as an account executive. He holds an MBA and the Registered Employee Benefits Consultant (REBC) designation, and is passionate about delivering exceptional service and building lasting relationships with his clients and their employees.

TECHNOLOGY

ChiefAI founder Jason Alexander has joined women-owned change management and project delivery firm Benson Consulting, Inc., as chief revenue officer. Alexander has more than 25 years of business leadership experience, including co-founding and scaling BANKW Staffing to $100 million in revenue. He co-chaired the NH Technology Alliance AI Task Force and is a recognized speaker on AI adoption.

NONPROFITS

The NH Liquor Commission’s Division of Enforcement & Licensing has been recognized by New Futures for its work on public health and safety and regulation of addictive products. The organizations have collaborated for decades on alcohol and tobacco policies and youth prevention efforts. The division recently worked with policymakers and prevention advocates on legislation banning intoxicating hemp-derived THC products and nitrous oxide products in New Hampshire.

The Northeastern Regional Association of Coastal Ocean Observing Systems has named Jackie Motyka as executive director. Motyka has worked with NERACOOS for more than 13 years and will focus on expanding programs and maintaining its regional ocean observing system. She succeeds Dr. Jake Kritzer, who is becoming CEO of the newly created NSF Seafood Engine of New England. Portsmouth-based NERACOOS collects, consolidates and distributes ocean data.

The New Hampshire Food Bank has named Shamera Simpson director of development, bringing more than 19 years of nonprofit fundraising and leadership experience to the organization. Simpson previously led the New Hampshire and Maine chapters of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. She succeeds Nancy Mellitt, who retired after 15 years and helped raise more than $80 million. Simpson will oversee donor, corporate, foundation, volunteer and community relationships.

Crystal Lake in Enfield and Lake Wicwas in Meredith have received NH LAKES’ LakeSmart Community Award, which recognizes lake communities where at least 15% of waterfront property owners have earned individual LakeSmart Awards. More than 30% of Crystal Lake property owners have earned the designation, the highest percentage statewide. Lake Wicwas reached the 15% threshold in less than two summers through outreach led by residents and its lake association.

HEALTHCARE

Catholic Charities NH has appointed Dr. Cecilia Warpinski Stuopis to its board of trustees. Stuopis is chief health officer at MIT, where she oversees health services and advises university leadership on health policies and benefit plan design. She previously spent 15 years at Dartmouth Health, most recently as vice president and executive medical director for accountable care. A board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist, Stuopis lives in Amherst.

Concord Hospital Medical Group has added Dr. Alynna Perez to Concord Hospital Primary Care–Franklin, where she is accepting new patients of all ages. Perez provides preventive and acute care and chronic disease management. She completed her family medicine residency at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center and earned her medical degree in the Philippines, where she previously worked as a general practitioner and occupational health physician.

Concord Endoscopy Center has earned full accreditation following its first Ambulatory Surgical Center Accreditation survey by DNV. The June review evaluated patient care and organizational practices, highlighting the center’s patient-centered approach and annual clinical evaluations. The accreditation assesses systems supporting safe and effective care throughout preparation, procedures and recovery. The center was also recently included on Becker’s 2026 list of top ambulatory surgical centers.

The University of New Hampshire’s College of Health and Human Services has named Delilah R. Smith inaugural program director of the Governor’s STAR Award Program, a statewide scholarship and workforce development initiative focused on strengthening New Hampshire’s rural health care workforce. Smith has more than 15 years of experience managing grant-funded initiatives in higher education, workforce development and public health, including roles within New Hampshire’s university, community college and public school systems.

White Horse Recovery has opened new clinical offices at 23 Moultonville Road in Center Ossipee, expanding space for mental health and substance-use treatment while freeing an existing building for a planned recovery residence. The new facility includes four counseling offices, a group meeting room and administrative space. White Horse, founded in 2014, operates locations across northern New Hampshire and provides mental health and substance-use disorder services regardless of ability to pay.

Lamprey Health Care has added three behavioral health providers to expand access to mental health services. Monique Lamore and Terry Trus have joined the organization’s Raymond center, while Yeney Armenteros has joined its Nashua center. Their areas of practice include depression, anxiety, trauma, child and adolescent mental health, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing and EMDR.

Exeter Hospital and Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine have signed an affiliation agreement aimed at expanding orthopedic services in the Seacoast region. The partnership will increase ambulatory access in Exeter and Plaistow, provide around-the-clock orthopedic trauma coverage for Exeter Hospital’s emergency department and establish a comprehensive spine program. Atlantic Orthopaedics will assume responsibility for comprehensive orthopedic services at Exeter Hospital and its Plaistow location. The affiliation takes effect Jan. 1, 2027.

EDUCATION

Colby-Sawyer College President Dean McCurdy has been appointed to the New Hampshire Higher Education Commission following nomination by Gov. Kelly Ayotte and confirmation by the New Hampshire Executive Council. The commission is an administrative board within the New Hampshire Department of Education. It is responsible for regulating institutions of higher education in the state and administering state financial aid programs available to students.

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) has, for the 19th consecutive year, been recognized as a top employer in higher education as part of the Great Colleges to Work For program. Based on survey results, SNHU’s employees believe that it is a place that fosters both pride in its mission and an inclusive culture. They also celebrated the sense of belonging amongst teams and the strong benefits and facilities that support their well-being.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Granite State Credit Union has promoted Angela Erickson to vice president of accounting after 20 years with the organization. In the new role, Erickson will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls and accounting strategy while working with executive leadership on long-term financial objectives. Erickson earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting shortly after joining the credit union, and has held increasingly significant responsibilities within its accounting operations during her tenure.

Heritage Family Credit Union has named Fred Aldrich its New Hampshire market president, a newly created position focused on growth, services and community engagement in the state. Aldrich has more than 20 years of experience in retail banking, relationship management and lending, including leadership roles at HSBC Bank USA and Community Bank. Based in New Hampshire, he will oversee efforts to expand on the credit union’s existing presence, including its Hooksett branch.

Meredith Village Savings Bank has hired Adam Pippin as vice president and commercial loan officer based at its Plymouth branch. Pippin brings 15 years of banking experience and will support commercial lending throughout Grafton County, focusing on business development, risk management and local economic needs.

He also serves on the Grafton Regional Development Corporation board, is a trustee of trust funds for the Town of Piermont and coaches youth basketball.

LAW

McLane Middleton attorneys Alexandra S.C. Careno and Barry Needleman have been named 2027 Lawyers of the Year by The Best Lawyers in America in trusts and estates litigation and environmental law, respectively. Careno chairs the firm’s Probate Litigation Group and handles probate, land use, real estate and environmental disputes. Needleman chairs the firm’s Energy Practice Group and has more than 30 years of experience handling environmental, energy and facilitysiting matters.

Shaheen & Gordon has hired attorney Ralph L. Matthews to join its Personal Injury Group in Dover. Matthews holds both medical and law degrees and trained as an anatomic and clinical pathologist before pursuing a legal career. Since 2018, he has worked on investigations, legal panel hearings, mediations, healthcare provider depositions and other medicolegal matters. The firm said his medical training will support his work representing clients in injury and negligence cases.

ENGINEERING

Civilworks New England recently welcomed Dana Welch, SHRM-SCP, to its team. Welch brings more than 20 years of human resources experience, most recently serving as human resource manager for a company of more than 500 employees across the United States. In addition, Civilworks also welcomed Calvin Conant to its team as a CAD drafter in the firm’s Dover office. Conant brings several years of experience in civil and survey drafting, with a background that includes civil site design, grading, stormwater, roadway design, existing conditions and subdivision plans, and surface modeling.

HOSPITALITY

Two McDonald’s general managers working for local owner-operators Peter and Sal Napoli have received the company’s 2026 Outstanding GM Award. Raul Abreu, general manager of the Salem restaurant, was recognized for customer service, bilingual leadership and employee development. Lisa Sarnie, who manages the 24-hour McDonald’s at 90 South Main St. in Concord, was recognized for leadership and community involvement, including organizing a fundraiser for the family of fallen Concord police officer Christopher Girard.

Pickering House in Wolfeboro has been named one of the most iconic hotels in the United States by Travel + Leisure as part of the publication’s coverage marking America’s 250th anniversary. The 10-room property, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was recognized for its New England character, history and proximity to Lake Winnipesaukee.

CONSTRUCTION

Metro Walls has hired Matthew Kellett as assistant project manager to support its Maine operations. Kellett brings experience in construction, project coordination, client communication and field operations, along with a background in safety and carpentry. In his new position, he will work with the company’s project and field teams on project execution.

Visit Manchester, NH, names its first executive director

Visit Manchester, NH, a newly formed destination marketing organization (DMO) focused on promoting Manchester as a place to visit, experience, eat, shop, stay and enjoy, has named Jessica Martin as its inaugural executive director. Under Martin’s leadership, Visit Manchester will focus on building awareness of the city, encouraging people to discover what is already here and creating opportunities for visitors to experience Manchester year-round. Through strategic marketing, tourism promotion, public relations and signature events, the organization will support local economic activity while helping tell the story of Manchester and what it is becoming. Martin has been a Manchester resident for over a decade, where she has built a life with her husband and two children. In 2020, Martin became executive director of Intown Concord, taking the helm during the COVID-19 pandemic. She helped rebuild the organization, support downtown businesses and brought back large-scale events that reconnected the community.