For SyAM Software, it meant a $750,000 loan to help the Nashua start-up company take the next step without giving it away to venture capitalists. For Bortech Corp., a small machine company in Keene, it meant a $500,000 loan, a…
Throwing them a curve Boy that Steve Vaillancourt sure knows how to play hard ball - at the minor league level at least. Vaillancourt, a Republican state rep from Manchester, was among the most vocal opponents to a resolution proposed…
Diesel fuel prices have risen more than 60 cents - over 37 percent — in the last year, with New Hampshire’s trucking and freight companies feeling the pinch. And consumers will soon. Bill Richard, terminal manager at the Concord location…
Travel and tourism officials from around New England are keeping their fingers crossed that the region’s summer 2005 will attract more international visitors. The industry - which met April 4-6 at the Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods for the…
More than 2,800 people attended the third Old House and Barn Expo in Manchester the weekend of April 2-3, with attendees learning how older buildings are put together and how to care for and invest in them. Attendees identified window…
Men are from Mars and women are from Venus. But what planet are politicians from? Clearly they’re not from Earth, or we would have some idea what on Earth they’re all worked up about. For that matter, it’s not just…
I found the most beautiful drive into the Durham/Dover area while on assignment for something completely different. Take Route 125 to Route 155, then 155A. You’ll go past beautiful farms and through little towns like Lee — in fact, this…
Since the enactment of environmental legislation of the 1980s, the word “contamination” has directly been associated with liability and risk. The sale or transfer of commercial and industrial properties with contamination has historically frustrated businesses. In fact, most potential buyers…
A University of New Hampshire physics professor’s innovations enabling magnetic resonance imaging to better see inside the lungs form the core of the university’s second spinout company, backed by three new grants from the National Institutes of Health. With $300,000…
Q: I’m trying to get a handle on the overall health of my business. I’m convinced that I should be doing far better than I am, but I don’t know how to pinpoint the glitches that are holding me back.…
The quality of New Hampshire’s public schools should be of critical interest to the business community. How well these schools prepare tomorrow’s workforce and leaders will affect not only the availability and productivity of our workforce, but also the economic…
The Legislature is once again taking up the issue of raising the state’s minimum wage. House Bill 665, which has many sponsors, including Rep. Sandra Keans, Rep. Terie Norelli and Sen. Dick Green, was approved in the House by a…
The Republican Party likes to describe itself as a “big tent.” The phrase was coined in 1989 by then-Republican National Committee Chairman Lee Atwater in an attempt to make those supporting legalized abortion feel welcome in the Republican Party. The…
It has become apparent over the past several years that the state of New Hampshire has several pressing needs, from caring for the elderly and others who can’t afford to do so for themselves, to educating our children and ensuring…
To the editor: Why would you publish a commentary calling for a solar tax credit (“It’s time for a residential solar tax credit,” April 1-14 issue) from a corporation that makes money from selling solar equipment and would profit directly…
To the editor: If you missed the kickoff of the New Hampshire Sustainable Lodging Program (NHSLP) March 30 at The Highlander, you probably don’t know about the $1.2 million rebate fund available to New Hampshire Lodging and Restaurant facilities to…
There is a theory in the study of history called the “Great Man Theory.” (It probably should be the “Great Person” to be politically correct, but I’ll risk it.) According to this theory, history is shaped by the actions of…
Painted along a curved wall in the reception area of Lavallee/Brensinger Professional Association are these words: “We are a family that supports each other through mutual kindness, trust and respect. We are committed to excellence in the service of our…
New Hampshire Fisher Cats Manager Mike Basso came close to the major leagues as a Triple-A catcher for the San Diego Padres and may yet make the “show” as a manager or coach in the Toronto Blue Jays organization. But…
In line with the old saying, “What goes up must come down,” the New Hampshire Business Review/Chartworth Stock Index fell 5.6 percent in the first quarter of 2005, erasing part of the strong finish it registered at the end of…
More than two years after the city of Nashua started the eminent domain process to take Pennichuck Water Works, the two parties have agreed on a trial date — but it’s more than a year away. Attorneys for both the…
After more than three decades at the helm of one of the state’s historic grand hotels, Steve Barba and Chef Phil Learned will retire as managing partners of the operating company for The Balsams Grand Resort Hotel. Tillotson Corporation, owner…
Now in his third year as vice president of baseball operations for the Baltimore Orioles, Manchester native Mike Flanagan appears remarkably unburdened by the weight of fame and glory he earned as an all-star pitcher for “the Birds” in the…
Less, according to some social theorists, can sometimes be more, and Advance Transit has been testing the limits of that theory for the past three years. The bus company, which serves four New Hampshire (Lebanon, Hanover, Enfield and Canaan) and…
Even as word emerged that a projected state budget shortfall could reach as high as $184 million, the Senate issued an emphatic statement against allowing the installation of video slot machines at up to seven locations in New Hampshire. By…
BestSalesPeople.com, an affiliate of the Sandler Sales Institute, is dedicated to assisting companies in the technology, professional services, business products, construction, financial services, and consulting industries to develop the smartest sales processes. They improve the overall performance of sales organizations…
Nearly twenty years ago, commercial real estate industry leader Cushman & Wakefield engaged the expertise and leadership skills of Thomas Farrelly in an expansion into what they foresaw as the soon-to-boom New Hampshire market. Today, as Executive Director of Cushman…
In 1880, Charles A. Hoitt proudly opened the doors of the C. A. Hoitt Company on Elm Street and wholeheartedly committed to providing Manchester’s residents with the finest selection of quality home furnishings, the most competitive prices, and the best…
In 1955, when Perley Chappell and his son George first began selling local farmers Ford tractors out of the family barn in Milford, NH, they unknowingly began a business whose commitment to honesty and excellence would span 50 years and…
With over 175 employees, Baker Newman Noyes is one of the largest professional advisory firms in New England, offering full service capabilities in audit, accounting, and tax to businesses and individuals, as well health care consulting, financial planning, information technology…
“Increasing access to higher education in New Hampshire is a critical component of our mission,” says New Hampshire Community Technical College Commissioner, Dr. William Simonton. “Whether it’s a student trying to defray the cost of a four-year degree, a dislocated…
Since 1865, from its location in New Hampshire’s majestic White Mountains, the 400-acre colonial revival style Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa has provided visitors with unparalleled opportunity for escape. With 145 recently restored guestrooms featuring custom-made mahogany furniture, panoramic…
Through its corporate partners program, initiated by the Division of Academic Outreach, Rivier College is now offering training, seminars, and workshops in many areas including management, marketing, computer information systems, human resource management, communications, and organizational behavior. “Rivier is building…
With its 250 impressively-appointed guest rooms and suites, 65,000 square feet of function and exhibition space, appealing downtown locale, and complimentary shuttle transportation to and from Manchester Airport, the Radisson Hotel Manchester at the Center of New Hampshire is not…
Could your golf game use some help? The right clubs could make all the difference. Analysis has shown that a golfer’s swing is almost as unique as his or her fingerprint. Despite this, most golfers buy mass produced clubs straight…
McKenna Builders of Merrimack, NH, is a second-generation Homebuilding and Land Developing company committed to the construction of high quality homes and large-scale additions. Jim McKenna, company president, grew up in the business and cares deeply about providing a high…
Hesser College began 105 years ago as a school of business. Today, Hesser offers a wide variety of career-oriented degree programs, all geared toward preparing students to enter the highly competitive job market. Hesser’s flexible enrollment options and supportive environment…
For New Hampshire businesses looking for the wireless tools (and toys) of the future - they’ve arrived. With Sprint PCS, mobile professionals can choose from a variety of voice and data combinations for their wireless solution. The latest devices available…
Since its founding in 1997, ScanPoint has been committed to developing products and providing services that allow businesses to run more efficiently. By eliminating a heavy reliance on paper documentation and automating otherwise inefficient and burdensome tasks, ScanPoint has transformed…
When Dick Benson founded Brix & Stix Construction Corp. in 1978 his goal was to rebuild consumer confidence in the home remodeling industry. The result is a homeowner’s dream come true: a single source utilizing reliable craftsmen to provide a…
The Principals at Taylor/Haley Search Partners, LLC believe that the successful placement of entrepreneurial executives can only occur when two elements are in place. The first is an in-depth and personal understanding of the client company’s history, goals, market and…
Statewide, baby boomers face a similar situation. Their property value has exceeded their expectations. They want their weekends for quality time instead of home maintenance. And they don’t want to sacrifice the comfort and prestige of their existing home. Today’s…
A staple in the Manchester community, Dobles Chevrolet Buick is reaping the benefits of its ambitions. Refusing to slow down, the company is set to celebrate their fiftieth anniversary as well as the grand opening of their Hummer facility (the…
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A new series of federal indictments not only widens the net in the probe of Enterasys Networks Inc. but seems to narrow the focus of the investigation, to the point in time when the company was being spun off from…
You may get your x-rays taken in the emergency room of your local hospital, but a physician on the other side of the globe may be doing the diagnosis. The growing phenomenon of outsourcing - from setting up call centers…
This year dawned with signs of a slowdown in foreign sales from New Hampshire’s companies. Although exports of locally made goods edged down in January by 3.2 percent from December, they held up well and stayed at high levels. In…
It all started because of her son’s baby blanket. It kept blowing off in the wind, getting tangled in the stroller’s wheels, becoming dirty dragging on the ground. But instead of complaining or doing laundry, Sharon Mullen developed a business.…
COPS out Old programs never die, and old senators never fade away, they just go on talking on C-SPAN. Mostly, they talk about saving those old programs, though occasionally a senator will find one he wants to eliminate. The chances…
To begin with, Florida is a very large state to drive through. And there are a lot of distractions along the way. I’m a breakfast guy, and I don’t like to go to far without a good meal under my…
The new facility marks a major milestone for Beaver Brook Association and a strategic investment in its dual mission of conservation and education
Mental health wellness is an important element in the workplace, according to a panel of experts convened by the NH Business Review in an April 16 webinar. Making accommodations for mental health issues — including depression, posttraumatic stress, even grief — can go a long way toward employee retention and prevention of potential legal issues.
Congress recently passed meaningful reforms targeting pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), the middlemen who largely determine which medications patients receive and how much they pay.
The ReGen Valley Tech Hub is partnering with New Hampshire Housing and the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce to address the state’s housing shortage, convening a regional summit May 12 at the University of New Hampshire Manchester, organizers announced April 15.
Velcro Companies plans to consolidate textiles manufacturing from its Queen City site to its production facility in Somersworth but is committed to remaining in New Hampshire, the company said Monday. Velcro, which has operated in Manchester for nearly 70 years, is the only U.S. manufacturer of textile hook and loop fasteners.
ConvenientMD is trying to re-establish what it means to have a primary care physician — one that is accessible, that isn’t hurried by the stack of patients in the waiting room, that is focused on preventative care as much as continued care.
NLRA guidance contains a more employer-friendly view
This article outlines key considerations for U.S.-based companies that offer lead-generation services — i.e., selling lists of contact information for use in marketing or direct outreach.
Business and event happenings around the state of NH
