Making it in Keene
Founder envisions big things for Monadnock Makerspace
People
When business is cleaning up
When picking up other people’s trash, ‘there’s never a dull moment’
Nashua Community College’s high-tech manufacturing students are changing lives through their work
It’s called a Star Swiss machine, and it is a star for many reasons — not the least of which is that the screws it turns out are likely stabilizing bones inside someone you know. If you’ve overcome a serious…
Q&A with New Hampshire Food Bank’s Executive Director Mel Gosselin
When she started at the New Hampshire Food Bank, 12 years ago, its network of pantries served about 65,000 people, says Executive Director Mel Gosselin. This year, it’s about 130,000.
Manchester Community College’s industry-focused approach to education connects high-tech employers directly with students
They’re affectionately known as the “blue man group,” and like the famous theatrical ensemble, they perform a complex daily routine. But you won’t find this cast of characters on any stage, and while their dramatic namesakes are widely considered to…
Nine honored at 2014 Business Excellence Awards
Nine businesspeople were honored Oct. 28 at New Hampshire Business Review’s 12th annual Business Excellence Awards, which recognize the accomplishments of owners of companies with 100 employees or fewer. Some 250 people attended the event, which was held at the…
Monadnock Food Co-Op GM Michael Faber
Since opening in April 2013, the Monadnock Food Co-Op has grown from 1,200 members to 2,100 and sales are up 40 percent over last year, says its general manager, Michael Faber.
Industry support for Lakes Region Community College advanced manufacturing programs unanimous
Critical jet engine components, medical drills, prosthetic implants, super computer and cell phone parts and security scan equipment all have something in common: They’re made right here in New Hampshire by world-class advanced manufacturing companies in serious need of highly…
Q&A with Bonnie Newman
Impressed by the quality of education and affordability of N.H.'s community college system while serving as interim chancellor, educator and public servant Bonnie Newman started a scholarship fund that provides one-year full tuition to seven Granite State students
Demand high for Great Bay Community College high-tech manufacturing students
From the lighter, stronger jet engines of the future to turbines that transform wind and water into green energy to prosthetics that change patients’ lives — advanced composites are emerging in the world’s leading markets and driving demand for highly…
Manchester Community Music School’s Billie Tooley
Manchester Community Music School's Billie Tooley says that the skills gained by learning to become a musician or singer can be used in any career or life path, making the school a vital part of the community.
LastingMatters founder Barbara Sedoric
Barbara Sedoric, creator of the LastingMatters Organizer, is helping people confront one of the most difficult subjects of all – the inevitability of death and how to plan for it
App developers hope to take a bite out of theft
Co-founder Gary O’Neil sees Rejjee as revolutionizing how the reporting of lost or stolen property is handled
Q&A with Lorraine Merrill
The local food movement is gaining momentum, says Agriculture Commissioner Lorraine Merrill, making farming a viable career choice for New Hampshirites.
Second-act startups
A growing number of seniors are indulging their entrepreneurial spirit
Q&A with Carmen Lorentz
Manufacturing ‘is a bright spot, and it’s not something young people think about when they think of New Hampshire,’ says Carmen Lorentz, the new director of the state Division of Economic Development
Social media sparkler
Keene marketer Peg Fitzpatrick’s savvy lures clients that include tech ‘evangelist’ Guy Kawasaki
