Building Trust in Digital Currency:
NH Leading the Stablecoin Drive

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New Hampshire is working to position itself as a leader in cryptocurrency by facilitating the use of stablecoin, a form of digital currency pegged to the U.S. dollar or other real-world assets. New Hampshire recently has enacted a number of laws laying groundwork for a first-mover position in stablecoin development and digital finance, building on its reputation for forward-thinking laws in areas like trusts and wealth management. 

This webinar brings together experts in law, banking, and technology to unpack what stablecoin is, where it’s headed, and what it means for business leaders, investors, and policymakers in the Granite State. 

The discussion will cover: 

  • What stablecoin is and how it works: a clear explanation of its function within the broader crypto ecosystem. 
  • New Hampshire’s leadership role: how recent state legislation and initiatives could attract innovation, jobs, and new businesses. 
  • Opportunities, risks, and guardrails: insights into what stablecoin could mean for banks, fintech firms, and trust professionals. 
  • Practical business implications: how companies can prepare for and participate in this next wave of digital finance. 

Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025 | 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM

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Panelists

Sandra Oneill Webinar PhotoSandra F. O’Neill, Attorney/Shareholder
Sheehan Phinney 

Sandra is a member of the firm’s Corporate Group and an accomplished tax lawyer, who advises on matters pertaining to federal income tax in corporate mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and planning initiatives, including the structuring of cross-border and IP buy-in transactions. She also provides counsel with regard to partnership and REIT tax issues in the formation of real estate investment funds. 

In addition to her private practice, Sandra has served as in-house counsel, tax adviser and consultant to healthcare and industrial manufacturing interests, among others. Prior to entering into law, she worked in the leveraged finance group of a prominent investment bank. 

2020 Lapak Headshot Close Square Small 1Jeff Lapak, Director
University of New Hampshire InterOperability Laboratory (UNH-IOL) 

Jeff Lapak has been the Director of the University of New Hampshire InterOperability Laboratory (UNH-IOL) since 2018 where he leads the globally recognized 3rd party test lab for certification of data communication technologies, including Blockchain technologies. Jeff is responsible for facilitating the lab’s development in certification test programs, creating strategic partnerships and leading the lab’s strategic direction across its many technology areas. Jeff also is the Executive Director of the UNHI Venture Studio and for Director of Operations for the UNH Collaborative Core Wet Lab, formerly the UNH COVID lab. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of New Hampshire.

Jim Kisch Portrait 2023Jim Kisch, President and Chief Executive Officer
Passumpsic Bank

James Kisch is President and Chief Executive Officer, Passumpsic Bank. Jim is the Banking Representative to the New Hampshire Stable Token Study Commission.  He is a banking Chief Executive, visionary, and national banking authority having over 30 years of experience in financial institution management, strategic leadership, education, technology innovation, lending, risk management, regulatory compliance, and finance. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota-St. Paul and the Graduate School of Banking from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. 

Mark BatramMark Bartram, Attorney/Shareholder
Sheehan Phinney

Mark is a member of the firm’s Estate Planning Group, focusing his practice on trusts and estates with extensive experience in estate planning, trust and fiduciary administration, and probate matters. He works closely with individuals and families to design and implement strategies that preserve wealth, minimize taxes, protect assets, and achieve charitable and legacy planning goals. His practice includes: 

  • Estate Planning: Wills, trusts, tax planning, charitable giving, and legacy planning 
  • Trust and Fiduciary Administration: Advising trustees, beneficiaries, and fiduciaries on administration and governance 
  • Probate and Estate Settlement: Guiding families through probate proceedings and estate administration 
  • Wealth Preservation and Asset Protection: Strategies to safeguard assets and minimize risk 
  • Charitable Planning: Structuring and administering charitable gifts, foundations, and philanthropic goals 

Host

Ernesto BurdenErnesto Burden
Vice President and Publisher
Yankee Publishing | New Hampshire Group 

Ernesto has been vice president digital for Newspapers of New England (NNE), group publisher at PennWell,  vice president of digital media for The Telegraph and NH.com and related sites, as well as digital media director for the Rutland Herald and Times Argus newspapers in Vermont, online editor for The Telegraph and NH.com, and a print editor and reporter with daily and weekly newspapers. He’s spent his career at the intersection of publishing, digital evolution and marketing helping both publishers and advertisers maximize their digital visibility. 

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Panelists

Sandra Oneill Webinar PhotoSandra F. O’Neill, Attorney/Shareholder
Sheehan Phinney 

Sandra is a member of the firm’s Corporate Group and an accomplished tax lawyer, who advises on matters pertaining to federal income tax in corporate mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and planning initiatives, including the structuring of cross-border and IP buy-in transactions. She also provides counsel with regard to partnership and REIT tax issues in the formation of real estate investment funds. 

In addition to her private practice, Sandra has served as in-house counsel, tax adviser and consultant to healthcare and industrial manufacturing interests, among others. Prior to entering into law, she worked in the leveraged finance group of a prominent investment bank. 

2020 Lapak Headshot Close Square Small 1Jeff Lapak, Director
University of New Hampshire InterOperability Laboratory (UNH-IOL) 

Jeff Lapak has been the Director of the University of New Hampshire InterOperability Laboratory (UNH-IOL) since 2018 where he leads the globally recognized 3rd party test lab for certification of data communication technologies. Jeff is responsible for facilitating the lab’s development in certification test programs, creating strategic partnerships and leading the lab’s strategic direction across its many technology areas. Jeff also is the Executive Director of the UNHI Venture Studio and for Director of Operations for the UNH Collaborative Core Wet Lab, formerly the UNH COVID lab. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of New Hampshire.

Jim Kisch Portrait 2023Jim Kisch, President and Chief Executive Officer
Passumpsic Savings Bank

James Kisch is President and Chief Executive Officer, Passumpsic Savings Bank. Jim is a banking Chief Executive, visionary, and national banking authority having over 30 years of experience in financial institution management, strategic leadership, education, technology innovation, lending, risk management, regulatory compliance, and finance. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota-St. Paul and the Graduate School of Banking from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. 

Mark BatramMark Bartram, Attorney/Shareholder
Sheehan Phinney

Mark is a member of the firm’s Estate Planning Group, focusing his practice on trusts and estates with extensive experience in estate planning, trust and fiduciary administration, and probate matters. He works closely with individuals and families to design and implement strategies that preserve wealth, minimize taxes, protect assets, and achieve charitable and legacy planning goals. His practice includes: 

  • Estate Planning: Wills, trusts, tax planning, charitable giving, and legacy planning 
  • Trust and Fiduciary Administration: Advising trustees, beneficiaries, and fiduciaries on administration and governance 
  • Probate and Estate Settlement: Guiding families through probate proceedings and estate administration 
  • Wealth Preservation and Asset Protection: Strategies to safeguard assets and minimize risk 
  • Charitable Planning: Structuring and administering charitable gifts, foundations, and philanthropic goals 

Host

Ernesto BurdenErnesto Burden
Vice President and Publisher
Yankee Publishing | New Hampshire Group 

Ernesto has been vice president digital for Newspapers of New England (NNE), group publisher at PennWell,  vice president of digital media for The Telegraph and NH.com and related sites, as well as digital media director for the Rutland Herald and Times Argus newspapers in Vermont, online editor for The Telegraph and NH.com, and a print editor and reporter with daily and weekly newspapers. He’s spent his career at the intersection of publishing, digital evolution and marketing helping both publishers and advertisers maximize their digital visibility. 

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New Hampshire is working to position itself as a leader in cryptocurrency by facilitating the use of stablecoin, a form of digital currency pegged to the U.S. dollar or other real-world assets. New Hampshire recently has enacted a number of laws laying groundwork for a first-mover position in stablecoin development and digital finance, building on its reputation for forward-thinking laws in areas like trusts and wealth management.

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Discover how new statewide water and sewer data in the NH Zoning Atlas can transform housing and planning in New Hampshire. Join NH Business Review and the Initiative for Housing Policy and Practice for a webinar highlighting how this tool streamlines housing development, empowers local leaders, and guides economic growth.

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Employees—especially younger generations—expect transparency, flexibility, and real support. Meeting those needs requires updated approaches to communication, culture, and leadership. Whether you’re managing a team of five or leading a statewide organization, this session will help you create a more inclusive, future-ready workplace.

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Contribute

Contribute a story idea, press release, letter to the editor or "The Latest" consideration. Submit