BizcastNH: Recent Episodes
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BizCast NH captures the entrepreneurial spirit with stories from business executives making a difference in NH. Listen and get inspired!
Today’s guest is Elissa Drift, the owner of Local Street Eats in Nashua, which Phantom Gourmet described as a fun, funky spot where Drift lets her personality run wild in the food, the space, and the overall vibe. Discover why she and Local Street Eats was named one of Business NH Magazine's 2026 Startup Stars.
For more information about Local Street Eats, click here.
Today we talk to a state representative and independent insurance broker about how helping his own mom sign up for Medicare inspired him to add Medicare to his business line and help others traverse this important healthcare lifeline.
For more information about New England Plan Navigator, click here.
Meet the SBA's 2026 Small Business Person of the Year, Thomas Hartley, owner of Hartley Transportation. He talks about growing his business and some of the unusual items his company has moved.
For more information for Hartley Transportation, click here.
Today we talk to Bart Fromuth, part of the father and son team running Freedom Energy Logistics, a growing energy management and renewable energy consulting firm that is among the Top Family-Owned Businesses in NH.
For more information about Freedom Energy Logistics, click here.
Today we talk to Jon Eriquezzo, a long-time nonprofit leader, who as president and CEO of Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County, is working to bring meals to those in need and foster connections and reduce social isolation across NH.
For more information about Meals on Wheels of Hillsborough County, click here.
Hitting the links this summer? Today we talk to the founder of Ability Allies Physical & Occupational Therapy about her growing practice, including her focus on golfers and helping them to unlock their full potential.
For more information about Ability Allies Physical & Occupational Therapy, click here.
Today we talk to Candice Benson about how her consulting firm helps leaders bridge the gap between strategy and execution—especially in times of change—and ensure those changes are fully adopted by the team.
For more information about Benson Consulting, click here.
Today we talk to Ana McKenna, the Chief Military & Veterans Services Officer for the Easterseals NH & VT about how Easterseals’ Military & Veterans Campus is on a mission to create a true community for veterans, military members, first responders and their families.
For more information about Easterseals’ Military & Veterans Campus, click here.
Today we talk to one of the leading high-end home builders on the Seacoast about his custom residential and commercial work, and why community involvement is central to his company’s identity.
To learn more about Auger, click here.
New Hampshire has one of the oldest populations in the country and continues to see increased demand for various retirement and nursing home options. Today we talk to executives from Peabody Place in Franklin about what today’s seniors want and how services continue to evolve.
For more information about Peabody Place, click here.
Today we talk to the president and founder of MALA Technology Advisors, which helps companies navigate today’s constantly changing technology to find what they really need.
For more information about MALA Technology Advisors, please click here.
Today we talk to the CEO and president of the 2026 Manufacturing and Technology Business of the Year, Mikros Technologies.
For more information about Mikros Technologies, click here.
Got more information about the Business off the Year Awards event or to purchase tickets, click here.
Today we talk to our first ever pair of Nonprofit Leaders of the Year! We talk to Sue Durkin and Gregory White, co-CEOs of Lamprey Health Care about leading this 55-year-old nonprofit organization.
For more information about Lamprey Health Care, click here.
For more information about, or to register for, the Business of the Year Awards event, click here.
Today we sit down with the 2026 Business Leader of the Year, Mark Aquilino of Outdoor Pride, to talk about his leadership values, community involvement and elevating the trades as a whole.
For more information about the Business of the Year Awards luncheon, click here.
For more information about Outdoor Pride, click here.
Good news! Andy DeMeo, creator of Granite Goodness, is in the house! We talk to Andy about how he went from being an eco warrior—working in climate policy, carbon accounting, sustainable finance and food systems—to founding an award-winning brand focused on sharing the stories of what is going right in New England.
For more information about Granite Goodness, click here.
Charitable gaming is big business in NH, surpassing $400 million in revenue in 2025 and generating $64 million in donations to charities. Today we talk to the general manager of The Nash Casino, one of the biggest players in the state.
For more information about The Nash Casino, click here.
Today we talk to Ben Gamache, a seasoned real estate entrepreneur turned watchmaker about his take on NH’s housing market and his encore career in making luxury watches.
For more information about Ralle Watches, click here.
For more information about Gamache Properties, click here.
For more information about the Made in NH Expo, click here.
Today we talk to Ash Fischbein, co-founder of Hobbs Tavern & Brewery and Sap House Meadery about how he grew a passion for craft beer and mead into two successful businesss, which now includes restaurants, canned drinks and a location in Belize.
To learn more about Hobbs Tavern & Brewery, click here.
To learn more about Sap House Meadery, click here.
To learn more about the Made in NH Expo, click here.
Today we talk to the leadership team at Clearly Balanced Days about growing their thriving CBD business, and launching their newest venture, Functional Mushrooms.
For more information about Clearly Balanced Days, click here.
For more information about the Made in NH Expo, click here.
Today we talk to the co-founder and CEO of Tenovi, a Portsmouth-based healthcare technology company that was named #1 in NH on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest Growing Companies.
For more information about Tenovi, click here.
Today we talk to the CEO & Co-Founder of Safi Biotherapeutics about combatting the global blood donor supply shortages by manufacturing human red blood cells for civilian and military use.
For more information about Safi Biotherapeutics, click here.
Hop aboard! Today we talk to the leaders at C&J Bus Lines about the growth of the family-owned company, how remote work is challenging and transforming their business and meeting the needs of of today's passengers.
For more information about C&J Bus Lines, click here.
Today we talk to the president of Confident Med Spa about how making clients look and feel their best is driving such fast growth that it was named the #1 Private Company to Watch in 2025 by Business NH Magazine.
For more information about Confident Med Spa, click here.
Today we talk to Dave Gerry, CEO of Bugcrowd and the NH Tech Alliance's 2025 Entrepreneur of the Year, about how this San Francisco-based company is growing here in NH and using crowdsourcing to stop digital security breaches before attackers can strike.
For more information about Bugcrowd, click here.
Today we talk to the CEO of High Ground Service Pros about growing the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services company he bought in 2020 from three plumbers to a team of 120 across multiple locations. We also talk about his efforts to rebrand the company and about his mission to "Give the trades a good home."
For more information about High Ground Service Pros, click here.
Today we talk to Craig Riotto of New England Sports Hub about how his dream for a sports venue became a reality with the largest sports dome in the region.
For more information about New England Sports Dome, click here.
Today we talk to Nadja Fromm about why she walked away from a corporate marketing career working for some of the biggest brands in the world to start her own consultancy to help entrepreneurs succeed. We explore with her what holds entrepreneurs back and what helps them succeed.
For more information about Fromm Consulting, click here.
Today we talk with Mica Stark, president and CEO of the New Hampshire College and University Council, about the challenges and opportunities facing higher education in the Granite State.
For more information about the NH College and University Council, click here.
We celebrate our 200th episode by talking to Drew Marcotte, who leads one of the most successful family businesses in the state. Drew started in the business at 11 helping to lick envelopes for his mom to now leading the management and customer service teams at each of Granite State Glass's 15 retail locations.
For more information about Granite State Glass, click here.
Jill Robbins talks about how her desire to create allergy-friendly treats for her son has turned into a thriving business, Homefree.
For more information about Homefree, click here.
Rising costs, low reimbursement rates and a workforce crunch are just some of the challenges facing hospitals – challenges being felt more acutely by NH’s independent rural hospitals. Today we talk to the CEO of Cottage Hospital about how she and her team are rising to meet those challenges and the needs of their communities.
For more information about Cottage Hospital, click here.
Today we talk to Adam Lavallee of Tech Logistics and Tech Transport about what it takes to transport goods in an on-demand world and how his firm is providing innovative solutions for businesses of all sizes.
This episode is sponsored by Machias Savings Bank.
Click here for more information about Tech Transport and Tech Logistics.
We talk to the CEO of one of NH’s five community action programs, or CAPs, about rising to the challenge of meeting people’s basic needs as resources diminish and about the CAPS celebrating their 60th anniversary.
This episode is sponsored by Machias Savings Bank.
Click here for more information about Community Action Partnership of Stratford County.
As we head into gift giving season, we interview Ryan Abood about what it takes to build a successful gift basket company.
This episode is sponsored by Machias Savings Bank.
Click here for more information about GourmetGiftBaskets.com.
Today we talk to Sister Paula Marie Buley, president of Rivier University, one of Business NH Magazine’s Top Women-Led Nonprofits, about how the university is evolving to meet the workforce needs of the state and preparing students for a world changing at breakneck speed.
This episode is sponsored by Machias Savings Bank.
This episode is also sponsored by the New Hampshire Heath Care Forum.
For more information about Rivier University, click here.
Check out Business NH Magazine's weekly Thursday morning segment on the Morning Update with Jeff Chidester on WFEA. This segment features the owner of one of Business NH Magazine's Top Women-Led Businesses, Jessica Moores of Manchester Craft Market. Hear how she turned her crafting hobby into a thriving business highlighting NH-made products and is breathing new life onto a mall space.
This episode is sponsored by Machias Savings Bank.
This episode is also sponsored by the 2025 Dartmouth Health Children's Storybook Ball.
For more information about Manchester Craft Market, click here.
Today we talk to the fifth generation of the Greer family to lead Wire Belt Company of America, which was named the #1 Best Company to Work For in NH in 2025 by Business NH Magazine.
For more information about Wire Belt Company of America, click here.
This episode is sponsored by Machias Savings Bank.
This episode is also sponsored by the 2025 Dartmouth Health Children's Storybook Ball.
Today we talk to Jeremy Oneail who makes his living bringing your nightmares to life. We talk about his work making custom masks for clients, theme parks and movies as well as fantasy items for renaissance fairs and even, inadvertently, a bank robber.
For more information about Oneail FX Studios, click here.
This episode is sponsored by Machias Savings Bank.
Today we talk to Chiwoniso Kaitano, executive director of MacDowell, one of Business NH Magazine’s Top Women-led Nonprofits, about providing a sanctuary for artists to focus on creating at a time when the arts are under attack.
For more information about MacDowell, click here.
This episode is sponsored by Machias Savings Bank.
Today we talk to Christopher Boothby, who with his wife Maren co-founded Boothby Therapy Services to meet the therapy needs of students across the state and grown a thriving business that was also named to Business NH Magazine’s Best Companies to Work For Hall of Fame.
For more information about Boothby Therapy Services, click here.
This episode is sponsored by Machias Savings Bank.
Today’s guest is Nate Tennant, founder of Kirk Tech Solutions, a growing tech firm based in Portsmouth that works with technology, biotech and pharma companies to enable them to make better decisions with their data and become more efficient. This fast growing firm grew revenue by more than 160% between 2022 and 2024.
Click here for more information about Kirk Tech Solutions.
This episode is sponsored by Machias Savings Bank.
Today we talk to the founder of one of the top five family-owned businesses in NH, Marian Norah of Turbocam International, about how technology and faith fuel his growing turbomachinery manufacturing company.
For more information about Turbocam, click here.
Today we talk to Chris Schleyer and Matt Menning, two of the leaders behind Business NH Magazine’s 2025 Business of the Year winner for Construction and Real Estate about their efforts to build housing to meet the needs of Granite Staters and the challenges they and other developers face in abating the state’s housing crisis.
For more information about Elm Grove Companies, click here.
Today we talk to two of Business NH Magazine’s Business Leaders of the Decade — Tom Raffio, president and CEO of Northeast Delta Dental, and Howard Brodsky, founder of CCA Global Partners — as well as one of NH’s leading advocates for the early childhood education sector — Jackie Cowell, executive director of Early Learning NH — about the childcare crisis in NH, and what they are doing to move the needle in the right direction.
For more information about Early Learning NH, click here.
For more information about CCA Global Partners, click here.
For more information about CCA for Social Good, click here.
For motor information about Northeast Delta Dental, click here.
To read the original Business NH Magazine article that is the basis for this podcast is based, click here.
Today we talk to the director of the CEO & Family Enterprise Center at the University of NH about what it takes to help family businesses succeed and make it to the next generation, as well as the common challenges facing today’s executives.
For more information about the CEO & Family Enterprise Center, click here.
New Hampshire is getting ready to go back to school. Today we talk with Nicole Heller, senior policy analyst at the NH Fiscal Policy Institute, about the state of education in NH, from the childcare crisis to the Institute's recent report on NH ranking last in the nation for financial support of public colleges and universities.
For more information about the NH Fiscal Policy Instate and its reports on education, click here.
Today we talk to NH’s own “Mr. Bowtie,” Lionel Loveless, about what it has been like as a gay man of color to build several successful businesses in NH and about his efforts to provide opportunities and community for other entrepreneurs of color.
For more information about The Collector’s Eye, click here.
For more information about Route 1 Antiques, click here.
For more information about Officially Knotted Bowties, click here.
The University of NH is the flagship of the state’s public higher education system and experienced steep cuts in the latest state budget. Today we talk with Elizabeth Chilton, who took the reins of UNH a year ago, about the challenges facing the university and how she will lead it forward.
For more information about the University of NH, click here.
It seems like American citizens have never been more divided over politics. Today we talk to Anna Brown of Citizens Count about the state of democracy in NH, and how Citizens Count is working to provide unbiased information about the issues impacting NH and the candidates running for office.
To learn more about Citizens Count, click here.
Today we talk to Ryan Robinson, senior director at Mainstay Technologies, one of NH’s largest IT firms, about what businesses need to consider when using artificial intelligence. As AI technology continues to grow, will your business get left behind or is it diving into the AI pool too deep and too quickly?
For more information about Mainstay Technologies, click here.
Today we talk to the third generation of leaders in a family-owned scrap metal business about the opportunities and challenges facing this industry. Learn more about Harding Metals, which will make its debut on Business NH Magazine's list of the Top Family-Owned Businesses in the August issue. Eds Harding was also recently named Young Executive of the Year by the Recycled Materials Association.
For more information about Harding Metals, click here.
Today we talk with Tucker Jadczak, the owner of Feathered Friend Brewing Company, the Concord Chamber’s 2025 Small Business of the Year, about launching a new business during the pandemic and what it takes to survive as a small brewing company.
For more information about Feathered Friend Brewing Company, click here.
Today we talk with Clement Kigugu, executive director of Overcomers Refugees Services and the Concord Chamber's 2025 Business Leader of the Year, about his own refugee journey from Rwanda to Concord, NH and how he is helping other refugees make a home in the Granite State.
To learn more about Overcomers Refugees Services, click here.
Today we talk with the owners of Big Dog Sauce Company, a growing NH BBQ sauce brand that just opened its first brick-and-mortar store and one of Business NH Magazine’s 2025 Start Up Stars.
For more information, click here.
This week's guest is Bill Davis, the founder & SeaEO of BeachNecessities.com, an ecommerce platform focused on beach and ocean necessities as well as sustainability and conservation. We talk to Bill, an early pioneer of ecommerce, about how the landscape of that industry has changed and about his latest endeavor.
For more information about BeachNecessities.com, click here.
We invited back Rachel Ballatori, founder and CEO of Mill + Co., to talk about how businesses and entrepreneurs can do a better job of telling their stories.
For more information about Mill + Co., click here.
We explore what to means to be a successful business guided by ethics as we talk to the winners of this year's Better Business Bureau's Torch Awards in NH. Today’s Guests are Becca Friend, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Serving NH; and two winners of the Torch Awards for Ethics: Crystal-Lee Thompson, owner of Thompson Insurance Agency, and Bruce Randall, founder of the Randall School of Karate.
For more information about the Better Business Bureau in NH, click here.
For more information about Thompson Insurance Agency, click here.
For more information about the Randall School of Karate, click here.
Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.
Today we talk to a NH entrepreneur about how leaving the tropical climate of his native Hawaii to attend school in Boston during a cold, snowy New England winter inspired him to create a line of outdoor apparel that was both stylish and built for any weather mother nature can throw at him.
For more information about Terracea, click here.
Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.
Today we talk with the owner of a NH institution – The Red Arrow Diner – a must-stop during the political primary season, host to many celebrities and a go-to diner for many families, and one of this year’s Businesses of the Year Winners.
Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.
Today we talk with Maria Proulx, president Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in NH, about health insurance costs and how she is leading the state’s largest health insurance provider and its clients through a turbulent economic time.
Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.
Today we talk with Brian Law, the 5th generation President and CEO of the Law Family Companies about continuing his family legacy and what it takes to succeed in uncertain times.
Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.
Today we talk with Jennifer Chisholm, executive director of the NH Coalition to End Homelessness, about the organization's recent report that shows the number of people unhoused in NH is spiking to record numbers and what is being done to help.
Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.
Today we talk with Nichole Martin Reimer, the new president and CEO of Granite United Way, the largest United Way in NH, about the organization is meeting challenges during this uncertain time for nonprofits.
Feeling stressed? You are not alone. Jennice Chewlin of the Chewlin Group returns to the podcast to discuss how businesses can promote wellness and mental health in the workplace.
For more information about Chewlin Group, click here.
Sponsored by The Business of the Year Awards Luncheon.
We talk with Phil Mastroianni, who with his brother Nick, co-founded Fabrizia Spirits and Fabrizia Lemon Baking Company, using lemons imported form Italy to create Limoncello-related spirits as well as baked goods here in NH. Fabrizia Lemon Baking Company is one of the more than 100 vendors who will be exhibiting at the Made in NH Expo on April 4, 5, and 6 2025 at the Doubletree Hotel in Downtown Manchester.
Sponsored by the Made In NH Expo.
Today we talk with Irene and Alan Scott Alton, the husband and wife team who acquired M&C Clothing a Gifts, about their decision to leave the corporate world to run their own business and grow it into the largest retail apparel consignment store in New England.
To learn more about M&C Clothing and Gifts, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Also sponsored by the Made In NH Expo.
Today we share a fun and fascinating discussion with Courtney Daniel of The Courtney Daniel Brand about how she supports business partners as an executive virtual assistant and how she helped her mom launch A Southern Girl Bakery to bring a taste of their southern roots to NH's Seacoast.
To learn more about The Courtney Daniel Brand, click here.
To learn more about A Southern Girl Bakery, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Also sponsored by the Made In NH Expo.
Today we interview Thomas Colarusso, CEO and co-founder of BioAI Health, an innovative NH startup that develops digital biomarkers tests that use AI to connect cancer patients with the best drugs for treatment.
To learn more about BioAI Health, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Also sponsored by the Made In NH Expo.
We talk with the new president of Manchester Community College about his own education path and about the important role community colleges are playing in building career paths for Granite Staters.
To learn more about Manchester Community College, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Also sponsored by the Made In NH Expo.
Today we talk with Matthew Cordaro, CEO of One Sky Community services, about how his organization is working to assist those with developmental disabilities and acquired brain disorders become active members of their communities.
To learn more about One Sky Community Services, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Also sponsored by the Made In NH Expo.
This week we explore how AI is reshaping health care with our guest Dr. Holly Mintz, senior vice president and chief medical officer of Elliot Medical Group Ambulatory Services.
To learn more about Elliot Health System, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Also sponsored by the Made In NH Expo.
Get ready to slip into a soothing bath — a sound bath. We talk with Deanna Hoying, executive director of Symphony NH, about her own business, Sound Intentions, creating acoustic experiences to help people relax through sound. We also discuss how music has shaped her career.
To learn more about Symphony NH, click here.
To learn more about Sound Intentions, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Also sponsored by the Made In NH Expo.
The biotech and life sciences industry is booming in NH and NH Life Sciences is the association supporting this growing sector. We talk to NH Life Sciences President and CEO Andrea Hechavarria about how life sciences is transforming NH's economy.
For more information about NH Life Sciences, click here.
Jay Baier, president and CEO of Baier Transport in Seabrook, went from wondering whether the vehicle-transport business he bought was a lemon to racing toward success. We talk to him about his path from racing cars to transporting them and growing a thriving business.
To learn more about Baier Transport, click here.
We talk to Kathleen Reardon, CEO of the NH Center for Nonprofits, about the challenges facing this critical industry and how the center is supporting them.
To learn more about the NH Center for Nonprofits, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's NH Futurecast: 2025.
Today we talk to Julie Reynolds, who led Cornerstone VNA in Rochester for more than decade and spent 40 years of her career in the home health industry, and her successor, Jennifer Ufkin, about the growth of Cornerstone and the future of this visiting nurse association.
To learn more about Cornerstone VNA, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's NH Futurecast: 2025.
We start the New Year with an interview with David Anzalone, president of Advanced Exteriors & Glazing of New England in Salem about how he took his company from a startup to becoming the fastest growing company on Business NH Magazine's list of the Top 100 Private Companies in NH in just three years.
To learn more about Advanced Exteriors and Glazing of New England, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's NH Futurecast: 2025.
You know Fred Kocher form his weekly business presort on WMUR but how much do you really know about Fred? We delve into his 50 year career in media and politics.
For more information about NH Business or WMUR, click here, or click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's NH Futurecast: 2025.
Today we talk with Melanie Plenda, executive director of the Granite State News Collaborative, about the important role local news organizations play in communities and a new effort underway to fund them. Listen in so you don't get left in the dark!
For more information about the NH Community News Fund, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's NH Futurecast: 2025.
This week we chat with Michelle Hilger, founder of Mongoose Power Solutions, about her work to help companies keep their emergency power systems maintained and helping her industry train the next generation of workers. Find out why this fast growing company was named one of Business NH Magazine's Five Companies to Watch in 2024.
For more information about Mongoose Power Solutions, click here.
Sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's NH Futurecast: 2025.
In this episode, we talk to Jonathan Strimling, CEO of CleanFiber and the recipient of the 2024 Entrepreneur of the Year Award from the NH Tech Alliance, about the highs and lows of leading a series of tech companies and growing his latest venture.
For more information about CleanFiber, click here.
Sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim.
Also sponsored by the Business NH Magazine's NH Futurecast: 2025.
We talk with Joe Tuplin, a veteran who, after serving in the national guard, turned his hobby of making wooden outdoor furniture, which helped him relax after serving in war zones, into a thriving business—Kilted Moose Outdoor Furniture. Joe is one of more than 70 makers who are participating in the click here.
Sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim.
Also sponsored by the NH Fiscal Policy Institute's 2024 Budget and Policy Conference.
This week we talk with Nick Soggu, president and CEO of SiverTech and CEO of Pannos Marketing about how he built some of the most successful web development and marketing agencies in NH and what it fueling their current growth.
For more information about Silvertech, click here.
For more information about Pannos Marketing, click here.
Sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim.
Also sponsored by the NH Fiscal Policy Institute's 2024 Budget and Policy Conference.
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This week we talk with Brent Kiley, co-founder and CEO of Rise Private Wealth Management, one of NH’s top wealth management firms and the number two Best Company to Work For in NH, about what people need to consider when planning their financial futures as well as what it takes to create a company culture of caring.
For more information about Rise Private Wealth Management, click here.
Sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim.
Also sponsored by by the Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival.
Shaunte Whitted shares her powerful story of enduring a series of tragedies, including the death of her father and an attempted kidnapping, in the same year and finding strength in her faith to continue to grow her marketing and events business.
For more information about SDW Communications, click here.
Sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim.
Also sponsored by by the Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival.
We talk with Joe Whitten, co-founder and CEO of Apparel Impact about being a serial entrepreneur and finding his mission to keep clothing out of the waste stream.
Fore more information about Apparel Impact, click here.
Sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim.
Also sponsored by by the Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival.
We get a chance to meet the new director and CEO of the Currier Museum of Art, Jordana Pomeroy, and talk about her career path that has included the National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington D.C.
For more information about the Currier Museum of Art, click here.
Sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim.
Also Sponsored by Launch 603.
After leading efforts to attract and keep more young people in NH at Stay Work Play NH, Will Stewart is now inspiring leaders to consider a deeper involvement in their state as the new executive director of Leadership NH.
For more information about Leadership NH, click here.
Sponsored by Harvard Pilgrim.
Also Sponsored by Launch 603.
Today we talk with Anthony Payton, who, after serving time in prison for selling drugs, has become a journalist who amplifies the voices of marginalized communities and launched Nashua Digital to fill the news desert in Nashua. He is also an advocate for prisoners, seeking re-entry support and criminal justice reform for inmates.
To learn more about Anthony Payton Media, click here.
Sponsored by the Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival.
Also sponsored by Launch 603.
We talk with the leadership team at H.L. Turner Group about how they created the company culture behind the #1 Best Company to Work For in NH!
To learn more about The H.L. Turner Group, click here.
Sponsored by the 2024 Breakfast With the Best.
Also sponsored by Launch 603.
We talk to the chairman and CEO of Unitil about what it takes to keep the lights on and create an award-winning company culture.
To learn more about Unitil, click here.
Sponsored by the 2024 Breakfast With the Best.
Also sponsored by Launch 603.
Joining us today is John Stebbins, the fourth generation of his family to lead PROCON, an architectural and construction management firm and a six-time winner of Business NH Magazine’s Best Companies to Work For in NH Competition. We talk to him about legacy, culture and literally shaping NH’s business community.
To learn more about PROCON, click here.
Sponsored by the 2024 Breakfast With the Best.
Also sponsored by Launch 603.
Jennice Chewlin, who spent her career as a public health champion, reevaluated life like many others during the pandemic and launched Chewlin Group to help companies look after the well being of their employees.
For More information, visit chewlingroup.com.
Sponsored by the 2024 Breakfast With the Best.
We talk with Jennifer Desrosiers, founder of Altitude Companies, which is dedicated to creating eateries with an eye toward healthy, delicious food and conscious eating, including Laney & Lu in Exeter and Portsmouth; Ginger Fox, an artisan bakery in Stratham; and Palette, an experiential food and gifting company. Jennifer opens up about her own health journey, taking on challenges and boldly venturing into the unknown.
For more information, visit https://www.altitudecompanies.com/, https://laneyandlu.com/, https://www.gingerfoxbakery.com/ and https://www.palettegrazeboards.com/
We talk to Clay Adams, president and CEO of Mascoma Bank, about innovation on an institution that is 125 years old, and about leading a bank that is the 2024 Business of the Year, a Best Company to Work For in NH and a B Corporation.
Learn more at https://www.mascomabank.com/.
In this week's episode, we talk to Rachel Ballatori, founder and CEO of Mill + Co., a female-led advertising collective specializing in brand strategy and creative storytelling. She talks to us about being an entrepreneur who is building her own brand while helping other businesses discover their brand, and also supporting women and minority-owned businesses.
Learn more at https://millandco.net/.
Meet Latonya Wallace, director of community relations for the NH Community Loan Fund. She talks to us about her efforts though the fund’s Community-Driven Economic Empowerment Accelerator program and the Business Alliance for People of Color to create more economic opportunity for entrepreneurs of color in NH.
Learn more at https://communityloanfund.org/ and https://bapoc.org/
Peter Goedecke talks about how his family's business started with a rickety bicycle to becoming a thriving home design center four generations later, the recent loss of his father and the future of the business.
Nathan Gray went from starting a successful construction company in high school to becoming founder and CEO of Plastic Recycled with a mission to help people and companies find new ways to recycle single-use plastics.
For more information, click here.
We have a fascinating discussion with Anthony Poore, president and CEO of the NH Center for Justice & Equity, about the center's efforts to create a more equitable state by addressing systemic racism.
Fore more information about the NH Center for Justice & Equity, click here.
This week, we talk to Tim Winkler, president & CEO of VIP Tires & Service, about the Maine-based company's growth and its plans for NH.
For more information about VIP Tires & Service, click here.
This week we interview Nicole Heller, senior policy analyst with the NH Fiscal Policy Institute, about her recent report on the fragile economics of NH's child care sector and what is being done to strengthen it.
For more information about the NH Fiscal Policy Institute, click here.
We talk to Dan Yarrington about how he grew a side hustle selling Magic: The Gathering cards as a teenager into Tabletop Tycoon, a successful board game company in NH that sells at Wal-Mart as well as international markets. And he talks about his latest venture that transformed former office space in a Manchester mill building into a huge arcade.
Fore more information about Tabletop Tycoon, click here.
We talk with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau, CEO and founder of C.O.R.E. Methods in Gilford (Business NH Magazine's 2024 Business of the Year for Education) about devoting her career to helping children with behavioral issues succeed in school and what inspired her to start her company.
Fore more information about C.O.R.E. Methods, click here.
We talk with Michael Faber, general manager of Monadnock Food Co-op, which was named Business NH Magazine's 2024 Business of the Year in the Retail/Wholesale category.
For more about Monadnock Food Co-op, click here.
Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.
Join a fascinating conversation with Business NH Magazine's 2024 Nonprofit Leader of the Year, Sandra Pelletier, president and CEO of Gateways Community Services in Nashua. We talk to Sandra about her career, which has been dedicated to helping those with developmental disabilities live fulfilling lives.
This week we speak with Business NH Magazine's 2024 Business Leader of the Year, Marcus Weeks, president of Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB). Find out how he went from a part-time teller as a teenager to running the bank. We also talk about his passion for the Lakes Region and giving back to the community he cherishes.
For more about Meredith Village Savings Bank, click here.
Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.
We talk with Kirk Hoffman, interim co-CEO of Merchants Fleet, about what lies ahead for this fast-growing company and his own leadership journey.
For more information about Merchants Fleet, click here.
Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.
We interview Richard K. Sala, the new director of the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation, about the state's efforts to help people with disabilities find jobs and connect employers with workers.
For more information about the NH Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation, click here.
Sponsored by Business NH Magazine's 2024 Business of the Year Awards Luncheon.
We talk with Thomas Blonski, president and CEO of Catholic Charities NH, about the pressing needs facing NH that this large nonprofit tackles and about his own career path that him to this statewide nonprofit.
Ted Kitchens, airport director of Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, talks about the challenges facing this critical economic engine, how he and his team are meeting those challenges and his career path to leading the airport.
Learn more about Manchester-Boston Regional Airport.
Jeffrey Bart talks about not only continuing his family's 100-year-legacy as candy makers, but expanding Granite State Candy. Learn more about one of our Made in NH Expo exhibitors and then meet them at the expo on April 5, 6 and 7.
This episode is sponsored by The Made in NH Expo.
Rudy Glocker talks about his journey from working in the world of finance to launching his own outdoor clothing brand in the White Mountains of NH, Burgeon Outdoor, with a mission to help mountain communities flourish.
Learn more about Burgeon Outdoor.
This episode is sponsored by The Made in NH Expo and The Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Crystal Dionne discusses her career path that led to being appointed president of Primary Bank, as well as her passion for dancing.
Learn more about Primary Bank.
This episode is sponsored by The Made in NH Expo and The Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
This week we interview Nicole Sublet, owner and founder of Therapists of Color New England, a pioneering Black psychotherapy group practice in Manchester dedicated to providing culturally responsive therapy to individuals in marginalized communities.
Learn more about Therapists of Color New England.
This episode is sponsored by The Made in NH Expo and The Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
We talk to the fourth generation of leaders to take the helm of Cummings Printing about their plans for the future.
Learn more about Cummings Printing.
This episode is sponsored by The Made in NH Expo and The Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Josephine Moran started her career in the world of fashion and now she leads Ledyard Bank as president and CEO. We talk with her about her fascinating career journey.
Learn more about Ledyard Bank.
Sponsored by The Made in NH Expo and The Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Liz Hitchcock is an eclectic entrepreneur and arts and culture enthusiast who was recently proclaimed “Hype-Woman of Manchester. ” Liz discusses her many ventures, from Bookery Manchester, an independent bookstore and gathering place, to Manchester Distillery.
Learn more about Bookery Manchester and Manchester Distillery.
This episode is sponsored by the Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
After founding and growing Families in Transition, a nonprofit dedicated to helping people experiencing homelessness, Maureen Beauregard now leads one of NH's largest social service organizations, Easterseals NH/VT. We talk to her about her career leading nonprofits, tackling tough social issues and her latest innovative efforts.
Learn more about EastersealsNH/VT.
This episode is sponsored by the Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Jason Alexander, chief revenue officer and co-founder of BANKW Staffing, one of the largest staffing firms in New England, talks about his entrepreneurial journey and what it takes to attract employees in this workforce crunch.
Learn more about BANKW Staffing.
This episode is sponsored by the Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
After the sudden and tragic loss of her dad, Mandie Hagan and her husband stepped up to help her mom run the family septic and plumbing business. In this episode, she talks about how they took the small mom and pop operation and grew it into a thriving business generating millions in revenue, employing 80 people and making the list of the top family-owned businesses and top women-led businesses in NH.
Learn more about Rowell's Services.
This episode is sponsored by the Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash.
Mark Aquilino, president of Outdoor Pride Landscape & Snow Management, talks about how his family built one of the largest landscaping and snow management companies in NH and what it takes to deal with NH's wild winters.
Learn more about Outdoor Pride Landscape & Snow Management.
This episode is sponsored by NH Futurecast: 2024
Nate Lavalle shares his journey from addiction to entrepreneurship and launching FlexABLE.
Learn more about FlexABLE.
This episode is sponsored by NH Futurecast: 2024
Kyle York, raised in a family business, and talks about his own entrepreneurial journey to launch a firm that helps other entrepreneurs to grow their own business ventures.
Learn more about York IE.
This episode is sponsored by NH Futurecast: 2024
Grace Preston has spent her career helping businesses expand into international markets and she has been so successful she was recently named the 2023 NH Global Businesswoman of the Year. Discover more about the international sales manager at Geophysical Survey Systems Inc. (GSSI), a commercial manufacturer of ground penetrating radar (GPR) in Nashua.
Learn more about GSSI.
This episode is sponsored by NH Futurecast: 2024
Kedar Gupta, with key help from his wife Renu, built a global solar tech company in NH. They join us to discuss his new book, "Carving My Destiny," in which he recounts his entrepreneurial ventures from arriving in America with just $5 to the challenges and successes of building solar tech companies, including GT Solar.
This episode is sponsored by NH Futurecast: 2024
This episode is sponsored by Futurecast 2024
Today’s guests are sisters—Rachel Mack and Sara Steffensmeier—who recently acquired a jam and jelly company and a chocolate company as they build what they call their creating what they call their "jampire.”
Learn more about Laurel Hill Jams and Jellies and Loon Chocolate.
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by The Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival
After years of advising business clients on all forms of HR matters at NH's largest law firm, Charla Bizios Stevens has launched her own consulting firm. We explore Charla's career trajectory as well as her thoughts on some of the most pressing HR issues facing businesses.
Learn more about Charla Stevens Consulting.
It's our 100th episode and we are joined by a special guest—nationally renowned comedian Juston McKinney! Juston, a NH-native, shares his story of becoming a successful comedian while choosing to raise his family in the Granite State.
Learn more about Juston McKinney.
Aaron & Adria Bagshaw just might be the perfect business "power-couple". Aaron is the fifth generation to run the family business, and along with Adria they have morphed WH Bagshaw into an even stronger more diverse company. We'll cover it all this week. Tune in!
Learn more about WH Bagshaw & Walter Bat Company
With over 20 years at Elliot Health System, Dr. Greg Baxter has lead the organization in many ways to where it is today. Listen in to learn more about Greg, the Elliot and the impact on health and wellness they have on the greater Manchester, NH community.
Learn more about Elliot Health System
AI - What is it? Will it take over our lives? Our businesses? Listen in for a fascinating conversation with Ryan Barton, CEO of Mainstay Technologies about the origins of artificial intelligence, where the technology is heading and how it may effect our businesses.
Read more about AI from Ryan
We're welcoming Tony Fernandez, the newest Executive Director of the NH Manufacturing Extension Partnership. We'll hear from Tony about his extensive background in manufacturing and how he's putting that to work to support the manufacturing sector here in NH. Learn more about NH MEP
Adam Vaillancourt and his growing team know that genuine care for the customer is at the core of success. Listen in as we hear explore Adam's journey of literally and figuratively climbing the ladder of success.
Learn more about Adam Vaillancourt Roofing
October is national disability employment awareness month and two of the NH disability communities biggest advocates join us!
Tracey Frye is Program Manager with Vocational Rehabilitation New Hampshire – a division of the NH department of education and Isadora Rodriguez-Legendre is Executive Director of the NH Council on Developmental Disabilities. Listen in to learn more about the important work they do to eliminate barriers to employment for those with disabilities.
Learn more about VRNH and NHCDD
Cynthia Mugariri is founder of Popscoops, New England's own alcohol infused boozy ice cream. Need we say more? We'll learn more about Cynthia, a Hudson, NH native with a focus on community, and about how Popscoops is expanding throughout the region.
Learn more about Popscoops
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by:
The New Hampshire Employment Leadership Awards presented by
the NH Department of Education and Vocational Rehabilitation and the NH Developmental Disabilities Council
We're welcoming back Phil Sletten, Research Director with the NH Fiscal Policy Institute, for an update on and highlights of the most recent NH state budget. Phil first joined us in February with some predictions and insight - and we'll now see how everything has played out. Check out more about the state budget and other featured topics by NHFPI
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: McLane Middleton
Congratulations to the 2023 Business NH Magazine #1 Best Company to Work For, Manchester, NH based, XMA Corporation. Listen in as we explore the mission and history of the company, what it takes to be the best company to work for in NH and more, with Peter Richard, General Manager and Sarah Orans-Spizzirro, XMA's People & Culture Manager.
Learn more about XMA Corp.
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: McLane Middleton
Eric Goodwin is, among his many ventures, the Founder of Goodwin Recruiting and the newest owner of The Friendly Toast, an iconic restaurant with big plans! Tune in to learn more about all of Eric's ventures including NOBL Coffee, NOCA Beverages, Donut Love and Goodwin Family Management. Learn more about all of the Goodwin brands
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: The New Hampshire Employment Leadership Awards presented by the NH Department of Education and Vocational Rehabilitation and the NH Developmental Disabilities Council
As President & CEO of Southern New Hampshire Health, Colin McHugh has faced big challenges head on. We'll talk about leadership style, perseverance in the face of adversity and Colin's passion for his chosen career. Learn more about Southern New Hampshire Health
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: The 8th Annual NH Fiscal Policy Institute Budget & Policy Conference.
Creativity is alive, well and thriving in NH! Travis York, CEO of York Creative Collective which encompasses many of this creative ventures including GYK Antler, a Manchester, NH based creative agency grew up learning the family business and was an early internet marketing innovator. Join us to hear the rest of Travis' amazing journey. Learn more about York Creative Collective
This episode is sponsored by the 8th Annual NH Fiscal Policy Institute Budget & Policy Conference.
Alison Milioto is co-founder of Blue Lion, an HR consulting firm providing outsourced HR solutions to small and medium business. Alison and her business partner have built Blue Lion from the ground up, including choosing this unique name. Tune in for this story and more about HR in today's business landscape. Learn more about Blue Lion
Amber Morgan, the newest owner of Fortin Gage Flower & Gift Shop in Nashua, NH has traded in the stress and pressure of larger corporate ops. positions for a new kind of pressure (and excitement); continuing the well known work of 90+ year old establishment in her home town. Learn more about Fortin Gage Flower & Gift Shop
Passion is at the heart of any successful business and its clear that Emerson Sistare, newest owner along with his family, of Toadstool Bookshops of Peterborough and Keene, NH has a distinct passion for literature, and for continuing the experience that is a visit to a local book shop. Tune in to learn more about Emerson, his family and the future of Toadstool. Learn more about Toadstool Bookshops
Brian Ferguson is Distiller and co-owner along with his wife Maddie, at Flag Hill Distillery and Winery in Lee, NH. Brian has brought his experience and passion to Flag Hill, created unique partnerships and transformed the property into a true destination for all. Learn more about Flag Hill Distillery & Winery
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: McLane Middleton
As Owner & Director of Manchester, NH based LNH Health Careers, Kerri Dutton, RN and her team are single handedly taking on the healthcare workforce crisis by educating the next generation of NH's healthcare professionals. Learn more about LNH Health Careers
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: McLane Middleton
As Founder of Keene, NH based Paragon Digital Marketing Zach is not only involved with the strategy and growth of Paragon, but with the growth and direction of his community. Listen in as we talk digital marketing, community, and growing an ever changing business. Learn more about Paragon Digital Marketing
We're wrapping up our Business of the Year Award winner episodes this week by listening back to our 2022 conversation with Rod Harl, President & CEO of Alene Candles. Once you listen, you'll quickly learn why the Alene Candles team was voted our 2023 Business of the Year in the Manufacturing category. Learn more about Alene Candles
Our highlight of 2023 Business of the Year winners continues with White Mountains Community College President, Chuck Lloyd. WMCC won our 2023 Business of the Year award in the Education sector. Take a listen to this great episode that originally aired in December of 2022. Learn more about White Mountains Community College
Arthur "Buddy" Phaneuf, President of Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium is the fourth generation of his family to run the business, which this year was voted our Business of the Year in the services category. Buddy and his team have been "disruptors" in the funeral business since he took the helm in 1989. Listen in to hear how they're serving New England families in new and innovative ways.
Learn more about Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium
This week as part of our ongoing episodes featuring Business of the Year winners, we're pleased to introduce you to HAVEN Violence Prevention & Support Services and their Executive Director, Kathy Beebe. HAVEN, as its full name eludes to, not only provides support services for those experiencing abuse, but also focuses on prevention and education. Listen in and you'll understand why HAVEN was voted our 2023 Non-Profit Business of the Year.
Learn more about HAVEN Violence Prevention & Support Services
This week we continue our conversations with Business of the Year award winners as we sit down with Kathy Collinsworth, Executive Director of Monadnock Humane Society. She is a connected community leader, problem solver and lover of animals. Listen and get inspired!
Learn more about Kathy and the Monadnock Humane Society
This week we're kicking off a series of interviews featuring some of our 2023 Business Leaders and Businesses of the Year by first looking back at our December 2021 conversation with Steve Duprey, our 2023 Business Leader of the Year. Steve is an entrepreneur, political and community leader, to say the least. Subscribe today so you don't miss the next few weeks of interviews with other winners!
Read more about our 2023 winners
Reserve your seat at our May 25th celebratory luncheon
Commercial interior design goes well beyond just a beautiful space we see at first glance. Genella McDonald has spent over three decades honing her skills and as President of Stibler Associates fosters the next generation of amazing designers creating awesome interiors!
Learn more about Stibler Associates
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: McLane Middleton
Bill Condron, President & CEO of The Granite Group is the third generation of his family to run The Granite Group a plumbing supply wholesaler with locations throughout New England. He's continued to build on the success of past generations through growth strategy, innovation and a focus on his employees - making them one of the best companies to work for in NH.
Learn more about The Granite Group
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: McLane Middleton
Miriam Shechet, founder of Dover, NH based LabHouse Perfume has a passion for perfumes with a foundation in chemistry. Her unique scents are gaining traction in NH and beyond.
Learn more about LabHouse Perfume
Jason Syverson is the founder of several successful tech ventures including his most recent startup, SportsVisio. While he continues to innovate, he is also hyper-focused on giving back to his community in various ways. Tune in to hear about Jason's journey from a working class upbringing to a seven figure exit and beyond.
Learn more about SportsVisio and Jason Syverson
Alex Ray, Susan Mathison and Steve Rand are the driving force behind the fundraising and aide efforts of Common Man for Ukraine. We sit down for an extended conversation about the origin of these efforts and hear first hand about the difference that Common Man for Ukraine is making in helping refugees displaced by the war.
Donate to and learn more about the efforts of Common Man for Ukraine
Ryan and Leah Connor, founders of Manchester, NH based Critical Mass Coffee are the husband and wife team behind this growing brand focused on sustainability in the coffee industry. Ryan's passion for good coffee and good business shows with every word. Pour a cup of your favorite and listen in.
Learn more about Critical Mass Coffee
Try and buy Critical Mass Coffee at the 2023 Made in NH Expo, April 14, 15 & 16
in downtown Manchester.
Emily Aborn is empowering women worldwide through her She Built This network including her popular podcast, and her growing community of connected, successful women entrepreneurs. Emily was born to connect, and thanks to her natural entrepreneurial spirit, she has taken it to the next level.
Learn more about Emily and She Built This
Amanda Grappone Osmer is the fourth generation of her family to run Bow, NH based Grappone Automotive. Ahead of their 100th anniversary in 2024 Amanda has been gathering information about her family history, tracing it back to their agricultural roots in Italy. Join us for a journey from past to present and a peek into the future of Grappone Automotive.
Learn more about Grappone Automotive
Rob Tibbo is owner and a Certified Instructor at Critical Defense Institute. Rob is in the business of teaching every day people how to be more aware, more prepared and how to protect themselves and others in situations that he hopes they never actually have to encounter. Learn why Rob's approach to preparedness differs from other models, then make a trip to see him at our Made in NH Expo in April!Learn more about Critical Defense Institute
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: McLane Middleton
Portsmouth based Port City Pretzels was born out of it's owners personal struggles. Today, Founder Suzanne Foley lives by her mantra "believe in yourself and the goodness of others". We'll dive into the rest of the story, and learn more about her inclusive workforce. Learn more about Port City Pretzels
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: McLane Middleton
Gene Martin, Executive Director and Phil Sletten, Research Director at the NH Fiscal Policy Institute join us to shed some light on what NHFPI is and its role in the state of NH. We'll also dive into some of the most pressing fiscal policy issues facing NH and learn more about how NHFPI gets its job done. Learn more about the NH Fiscal Policy Institute
Justin Van Etten is Executive Chairman of Meredith based Stewart's Ambulance Service. His background in M&A and investment management, in a way, set the stage for this chapter of his career at Stewart's. Now the largest EMS agency in NH, Stewart's is in the process of becoming an ESOP - an employee owned company. Tune in for the rest of the story! Learn more about Stewart's Ambulance Service
Christina Muise is CEO & Founder of Windham based Precision Talent Group; Business NH Magazine's #1 Company to Watch in 2022. Christina is an accomplished business woman, educator and focused entrepreneur building a wildly successful company focused on talent - both the talent they source for clients, and the talent she employs. Learn more about Precision Talent Group
Sandy Demarest is a veteran career development professional and the Founder of Demarest Directions. She works with clients mid-life and beyond to help them plan for the transition to retirement, and to plan what their retirement looks like. Tune in for Sandy's journey and more about this fascinating work. Learn more about Demarest Directions
BizCast News is a new, once-monthly segment that takes a deeper dive into news stories affecting New Hampshire and the economy. This month, Matt & Nathan discuss the make up of the new NH legislature and talk more about the ongoing issue of homelessness in the state. For more information and resources, visit our website BusinessNHMagazine.com
Alex and Amber Gavriluk are the husband and wife team behind Mad Russian Apothecary of Derry, NH. Their business started out of necessity and they are growing it at a purposeful pace that makes sense for them, their family and their way of life. Tune in for more about this unique couple and their entrepreneurial story. Learn more about Mad Russian Apothecary
Steve Reno is Executive Director of Leadership New Hampshire (LNH). Steve has lead LNH since 2010 with a focus on its mission of building informed and engaged leaders. LNH celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2022 and Steve joins BizCastNH to talk about the history of LNH, his passion for education and the "state" of NH. Learn more about Leadership NH
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: McLane Middleton
Howard Brodsky is the Founder & CEO of CCA Global Partners, a nationwide cooperative with a story that any entrepreneur will surely appreciate. Howard is a leader in business, and community. He received the Business Leader of the Decade Award and the “Nobel Prize of cooperative business” the Rochdale Award.Learn more about CCA Global Partners
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: McLane Middleton
Our final episode of 2022 features Dr. Chuck Lloyd, President of White Mountains Community College, one of the nation’s top community colleges. Chuck is a life long learner focused on creating opportunity for students of all ages, backgrounds and demographics in the heart of NH’s north country. Tune in to hear more about his education journey and the success that WMCC is experiencing. Learn more about White Mountains Community College.
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
Laura Lady, CEO of FryAway started ideating at the family dinner table from a young age. It served her well and lead to a successful international career in the toy industry. Now she and her family are firmly planted in NH and finding success in her newest invention, FryAway. Listen in, then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan. Learn more about FryAway
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
From laser backgrounds to green screens, we talk innovation in the school picture industry with Rich Carroll, President of Seabrook, NH based Geskus Studios, one of the largest school photo companies in New England. Smile! Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan. Learn more about Geskus Studios & Yearbook Publishing
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
Dawn Aurora Hunt is NH's original Kitchen Witch and CEO of Cucina Aurora Kitchen Witchery. She has built a successful gourmet food business with products like infused olive oils, spice mixes and Witches Brew coffee. Tune in, then visit Dawn and other vendors at the Made in New England Expo coming up on December 3rd and 4th 2022 in Manchester.
Learn more about Cucina Aurora and buy your tickets to check out Dawn and many other talented New England makers at the Made in New England Expo.
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
From hunting tags to temporary license plates, Dover, NH based RELYCO produces innovative paper products most of us take for granted. We’re talking family history and building the company for the future with CEO Bruce Steinberg. Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan. Learn more about RELYCO
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
Chad Fillion, Owner of Phlume Media in Lancaster, NH is a community and small business champion running a boutique marketing firm. He founded Phlume many moons ago as an artist management firm and has followed his passion building the company into what it is today. Tune in for the rest of the story and some marketing advice from an expert. Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan Learn more about Phlume Media
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
From serving his country to serving hungry customers Jarett Berke, Owner of Lou’s Restaurant & Bakery in Hanover has an eye (and perhaps a stomach) for entrepreneurship, especially in the food business. Listen in then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan. Learn more about Jarett and Lou’s Restaurant & Bakery
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
Chris Gasbarro and Kathy Del Medico are Founders of Ember Escapes. These events industry veterans have planned corporate events around the country and are now providing teams with an intimate “escape” right here in NH’s lakes region. Listen in, then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan. Learn more about Ember Escapes
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
It's official, Granite Media Group has acquired Business NH Magazine. Today we'll introduce you to the new owners and hear the story behind the acquisition and new partnership.
This episode of BizCastNH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
Curious how a New Hampshire company ended up with the name Vermont Cabinetry? Our guest Todd Walker, CEO of North Walpole, NH based Vermont Cabinetry and Dunning Displays has the answer. We’ll dig into the history of the company, its acquisition by Todd and some of the latest trends in fine cabinetry. Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan. Learn more about Vermont Cabinetry
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
Shawn Burke is Founder & CTO of Elysian Technology – a family run, Nashua based technology company providing unique solutions to a niche client base while remaining vendor agnostic. Find out what all that means by listening in. Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan.
Learn more about Elysian Technology
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
There just may be no one more passionate about their hometown in NH than Emmett Soldati. Emmett is a successful restauranteur, entrepreneur and advocate who has taken on Facebook (and won), innovated his way through the pandemic and most recently opened a second location of his welcoming, inclusive, and tasty café, Teatotaller. Listen in to get inspired! Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan. Learn more about Teatotaller
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
Stephanie McLaughlin is Principal at Savoir Faire Marketing and Communications. She also happened to be Matt’s boss a few moons ago. We’ll dig into Stephanie’s journey to owning a company and her new podcast focused on turning 40. Stay til’ the end for a true story about a tortoise. Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan. Learn more about Savoir Faire Marketing & Communications
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by: SkyTerra Technologies
Paul Forte is CEO of Fedpoint, an administrator of large-scale insurance benefit programs serving more than 7 million people in the federal civilian and uniformed services markets from its headquarters at the Pease Tradeport in Portsmouth, NH – but he’s not “just another Insurance company CEO”. Tune in to hear his story. Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan.
Learn more about FedPoint
Cam Brensinger is Founder, CEO and Lead Innovator of Dover, NH based NEMO Equipment. He’s an adventurer, designer, and steward of the earth. All of which he has weaved into the fabric of the NEMO brand and company culture. If you don’t know an entrepreneur who’s hung upside down on the side of a mountain by a broken leg, tune in to get to know Cam. Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan.
Learn more about NEMO Equipment
We’re talking work ethic, niche markets, and innovation in the construction industry with Craig and Nick Jewett of Jewett Construction. Craig had to climb the company ladder to gain experience and end up where he is today as Owner. He’s making sure his son Nick, the third generation of the Jewett family to be involved in the company, does the same. Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan.
Learn more about Jewett Construction
Henry Huntington is President & CEO of Pleasant View Gardens in Loudon, NH. True innovators, the Huntington family, now its third generation of leadership at Pleasant View Gardens have built one of the most recognized brands in horticulture and have no plans to slow down any time soon. Everything’s coming up roses (and petunias and more) on this episode. Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan. Learn more about Pleasant View Gardens and the Proven Winner Brand
Kelly Cohen, President of Cohen Closing & Title joins us for episode 40 with a reminder that growing a successful business and company culture is possible no matter the industry you are in. Don’t miss our conversation with a hard working, focused and fun entrepreneur. Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt and Nathan. Learn more about Cohen Closing & Title
Michael & Peter Labrie own multiple restaurants on the NH seacoast and are now celebrating the success of their newest venture, Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club in Portsmouth. From Alaskan bush planes to real estate development, these brothers have seemingly done it all! Tune in to hear about their unique new venue and their journey in the hospitality industry. Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan. Learn more about Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club
Richard Alimenti, CEO of Original Gourmet Food Company could be considered NH’s own Candy Man. He started his Salem, NH based cookie and confection company many years ago and today their lollipops are consumed all over the world. He’s a natural story teller, so this episode is not to be missed! Then stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt & Nathan.
As an adoptive and foster parent herself, CASA of NH CEO, Marty Sink knows what its like to care for some of New Hampshire’s most vulnerable children. Her story around founding Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) here in NH is unique and may even surprise you. Tune in for more and stay for our new segment, The Buzz featuring both Matt & Nathan talking about the latest in business here in NH and nationwide.
July is National Ice Cream Month and we are celebrating with Kristina Zontini, Founder of Super Secret Ice Cream in Bethlehem, NH. This delicious small batch ice cream is no longer just available at farmer's markets! July 1st marked the grand opening of the SSIC's new permanent location in downtown Bethlehem. Tune in for a taste! Learn more about Super Secret Ice Cream
This week we finally pulled Mike Clark, Owner of Clark Creative, out of the control room and up to the microphone to tell his story as a small business owner. We'll dig into a bit of his history and find out who else he works with besides us! The Buzz and The Cardinal Corner take a break this week as we prepare to bring you a new segment.
Learn more about Clark Creative.
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
Keith McBey, President of Bonnette Page & Stone, has deep New Hampshire roots. After some sage advice from family years ago Keith enrolled in NHTI and began climbing the company ladder to his current role as President and Partner. We’ll hear more about this journey and the ways that BPS is different than many NH construction companies. Learn more about Bonette Page & Stone
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
As Founder and CEO of Mainstay Technologies, Ryan Barton has weaved his belief in conscious capitalism and the importance of real work life balance into the fabric of this award winning company. We're digging in to what its like to work for Mainstay and finding out more about Ryan's path to success. Learn more about Mainstay Technologies
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
Tiffany Eddy spent years in broadcast journalism in particular with WMUR-TV here in NH. She then went on to found her own PR firm, and is now focused on her newest endeavor empowering women through her beauty line S3 - Smart, Strong, Sassy! Then stay tuned for the Buzz and The Cardinal Corner. Learn more about S3 - Smart, Strong, Sassy.
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
Joshua Velasquez is Founder & CEO of Nuttin' Ordinary, a dairy-free cheese company located in Peterborough, NH. He and business partner Adam Hamilton have built the business from a basement lab to a company with $1 million investor funding. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and The Cardinal Corner.
Learn more about Nuttin' Ordinary.
Dan Bergeron, Founding Partner of SkyTerra Technologies, one of New Hampshire’s fastest growing managed service technology providers joins us to talk about his passion for problem-solving and his roots as a hard-working kid from Manchester, NH. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and The Cardinal Corner.
Learn more about SkyTerra Technologies
Joe Fernald spent over 20 years in teaching before launching Winnipesaukee Whisker Oil. Co out of his home in the Lakes Region. He’s dedicated to all natural ingredients, and not afraid to pivot to take care of what matters most – family! Then stay tuned for The Buzz and The Cardinal Corner.
Learn more about Winnipesaukee Whisker Oil Co.
With over 12 years of experience in the Chamber of Commerce world, Mike Skelton was a natural fit for his new role as President and CEO of the NH Business and Industry Association (BIA). This week we’ll talk business, community and… Star Wars, among other things. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and The Cardinal Corner.
Learn more about the NH Business & Industry Association
We're kicking off National Small Business Week by chatting with Amy Bassett, Small Business Administration NH District Director and Liz Gray, State Director with the NH Small Business Development Center. Tune in to learn more about SBA's local presence as a federal agency and the assistance and education that the NH SBDC can provide to all small businesses! The Buzz and The Cardinal Corner take this week off, but check out the Cardinal blog for SBA Small NH Business Award Winners and great programs and opportunities from NH SBDC.
Learn more about the SBA in NH here. Learn more about the NH SBDC here.
Emshika Alberini had made a name for herself in the culinary community and in New Hampshire’s North Country. She fulfilled the dream of her late sister to own a Thai restaurant and recently launched her Emshika, Thai Iced Tea and Coffee brand. Join us to hear more about her inspiration, her upbringing and her self-made success. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and The Cardinal Corner. Learn more about Chang Thai and Emshika Thai Iced Tea
Rod Harl is not your typical candle company CEO – and his company, Alene Candles of Milford, NH is certainly not your typical candle company. Join us as we dig in to Rod's chemical engineering background and passion for conscious leadership and learn why Alene, a 2021 Best Company To Work For is one of the most successful companies you may never have heard of. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and The Cardinal Corner.
Learn more at: alene.com
As an attorney for over 20 years Kristin Mendoza has been assisting small business owners with legal advice from business formation to M&A transactions. She’s now taken the leap herself and is the lead Attorney and Founder of Abridge Law a boutique firm serving small business in a unique, approachable and cost-effective way. Join us to hear the rest of the story! Then stay tuned for The Buzz and The Cardinal Corner.
Learn more about Abridge Law at abridgelaw.com
Chuda Misha, Owner of the Keene International Market is bringing ethnic foods to the Monadnock Region, one truck trip at a time. Listen in to here Chuda's story from immigrant to local shop owner serving his community. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner.
Learn more about the Keene International Market at keeneinternationalmarket.com
Matt and Nathan have the pleasure of speaking with the new Executive Director of the Capitol Center for the Arts, Sal Prizio. He may be new to NH, but he is not stranger to arts, music and the business behind it all. Join us for another fun conversation with an accomplished non-profit leader. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more about Capitol Center for the Arts at ccanh.com
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
This week we’re joined by Tom Raffio, President & CEO of Northeast Delta Dental. Listen in as we dive into how NE Delta Dental survived the pandemic in part due to Tom’s focus on servant leadership and company culture. We’ll also explore his newest book “Prepare for Crisis – Plan to Thrive – The inside story of how one company did it right” of which any profits go to the Northeast Dental Foundation to help pay for the delivery of dental services for underserved populations, such as Veterans, at no cost to them. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more at: nedelta.com
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
Matt and Nathan sit down with Will Arvelo, Executive Director of Cross Roads House in Portsmouth, NH to unpack issues around homelessness, affordable housing and healthy communities. We’ll also delve into Will’s experience of growing up in poverty, experiencing homelessness and his lifelong passion for learning and discovery. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more at crossroadshouse.org
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
From its humble beginnings with a balm that healed hardworking hands, to an internationally known, environmentally and social responsible B-Corp. Badger Balm is an amazing story of New Hampshire success while cutting no corners. Join us for a great conversation with Co-Collaborative Executive Officers Emily Schwerin-Whyte & Rebecca Hamilton. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more at badgerbalm.com
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
Matt and Nathan welcome James McKim - current President of the Manchester chapter of the NAACP and Managing Partner with Organizational Ignition, for a fascinating conversation about diversity, equity and inclusion in business and in New Hampshire. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more at organizationalignition.com
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
We've cooked up another great episode! This week our guest is Lafortune Djabea, a native of Cameroon and Founder & President of Mola Foods. Mola Foods offers spice blends and chili relishes inspired by exotic locations and exciting cooking styles. Listen in then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more at molafoods.com
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
With more than 35 years in the financial services industry, Ken Sheldon, President of Bank of America NH has been guiding BOAs growth in the region while assisting small businesses, families and individuals to reach their financial goals. Listen in to our conversation to learn more about Ken, Bank of America NH and his advice and insight in the current economic climate. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more at bankofamerica.com
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
SpotOn Fence was started by two talented individuals who had backgrounds in defense and technology - not consumer products marketing. That's where our guest Jennifer Joyce, President of SpotOn Fence, comes in. With over 15 years in consumer products marketing, she is taking SpotOn to the next level. Listen In for the whole story! Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more at spotonfence.com
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
Marybeth & Denise Alosa are sisters and Co-CEO's of New England Kenworth - a network of Kenworth truck dealerships in New Hampshire and around New England. We're diving in to the history of this 100+ year old business and learning that trucks aren't just a one size fits all product. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more at NewEnglandKW.com
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
We're diving into the world of employee benefits and HR with our guest Dan Cronin, CEO of CGI Business Solutions. There is way more to the world of benefits than just health and dental for example. Tune in for the full story. Learn more at CGIBusinessSolutions.com
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
We're talking workforce, economy and technology with Chris Forman, CEO & Founder of Lebanon, NH based Appcast - a tech company bringing together employers and job seekers around the world. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more at appcast.io
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
It's a lively one! We're talking technology, AI and...porch pirates? Tune in to hear our conversation with Ned Hill, Founder & CEO of Position Imaging a Portsmouth, New Hampshire based pioneer in the field of advanced tracking technologies. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more at position-imaging.com
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
Our first episode of 2022 features Paul Hodes & Latha Mangipudi, two groundbreaking New Hampshire politicians who are focused on net zero and commercial solar projects through Shanti Energy. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner. Learn more at Shantienergyllc.com
This episode of BizCast NH is sponsored by McLane Middleton Law Firm. Visit mclane.com for more information.
What better way to end 2021 than with a conversation about wine and entrepreneurship? Join us for a great conversation with Founder & Winemaker of LaBelle Winery, Amy LaBelle. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner.
Learn more at labellewinery.com
Tune in for an awesome success story with Tom Taylor, President & CEO of family-owned Foxx Life Sciences. Tune in to hear the rest of the story! Then stay tuned for more from The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner.
Learn more about Foxx Life Sciences at foxxlifesciences.com.
Eric Soederberg, President & CEO of Sunrise Labs talks about why Sunrise Labs was voted the 2021 #1 Best Company To Work For in NH by Business NH Magazine. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner.
Learn more about Sunrise Labs at sunriselabs.com
Matt & Nathan talk to long-time champion of New Hampshire, Steve Duprey about his journey through business and politics. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner.
Learn more about The Duprey Companies at dupreycompanies.com
This one will perk you up! Matt & Nathan talk with Yani & Dan McLenithan, Founders of Hato Viejo Coffee, about their vision for the company and their coffee subscription model. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner.
Visit Hato Viejo at the Made in New England Expo coming up December 4 & 5 2021. Learn more hatoviejocoffee.com
Happy Thanksgiving! Matt & Nathan talk food and passion with restauranteur Jilan Hall-Johnson owner of The Sassy Biscuit Co. and Jook Chicken Joint in Dover. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner.
Learn more at thesassybiscuit.com and jookchickenjoint.com
Matt & Nathan talk with Mel Bennett, Founder of Life Forest, a first-of-its-kind cemetery right here in New Hampshire. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner.
Learn more about Life Forest at www.thelifeforest.com
Matt & Nathan talk with Carrie Glaude & Patty Hennessy, Founders of Slim-Ease, a new shapewear product for women, by women. Then stay tuned for The Buzz and the Cardinal Corner.
Learn more about Slim-Ease at www.slimease.com
Start your BizCast NH journey with a deep breath of clean air, thanks to Paul Bemis and his team at Air Cleaners Inc. Stay tuned for The Buzz with Matt Mowry and the Cardinal Corner with Nathan Karol.
Learn more about Air Cleaners Inc. at www.aircleanersinc.com