Topics: Logo Design Ted is the designer and owner at Logo Further LLC which specializes in logos and  visual brand identity. His design approach emphasizes the importance of practicality alongside creativity. He spreads awareness that brand graphics succeed by being  meaningful, functional, and infringement-free. As a coach, Ted helps entrepreneurs and  business owners understand the technical requirements to make this happen, as well  as the pitfalls to avoid. His experience spans commercial company projects, non profits, competitive teams, solopreneurs, and…

About these sessions Topics: Artist and Maker Community Connector Arts Alive! is the arts service organization of the Monadnock region. Artists, nonprofit arts staff, arts advocates, town planners, economic development professionals, and tourism industry workers are welcome to come to coaching hours for referrals, creative economy and arts market data, to learn about workshops and opportunities (from grants to marketing), to discuss long-term cultural planning and arts integration for towns and businesses, to brainstorm ideas for partnerships, and to connect…

About these sessions Topic: Financial Coaching Jennifer is the owner of Gimli Ventures Financial Coaching. As a personal and business financial coach, she advises her clients in all realms of financial wellness. Most companies struggle with cash flow from time to time. To balance their finances when in a tight spot, businesses will often short pay their owners, go into debt, or cut what they are saving for taxes. Jennifer builds customized tools as a Profit First Professional Coach to align your…

Topics: Artist and Maker Community Connector Arts Alive! is the arts service organization of the Monadnock region. Artists, nonprofit arts staff, arts advocates, town planners, economic development professionals, and tourism industry workers are welcome to come to coaching hours for referrals, creative economy and arts market data, to learn about workshops and opportunities (from grants to marketing), to discuss long-term cultural planning and arts integration for towns and businesses, to brainstorm ideas for partnerships, and to connect on communicating the…

Topics: Social Media Strategy and Digital Advertising, Brand Identity Antje is the Public Information Director for SAU29’s seven school districts and also runs Blue House Creative, a local marketing and PR firm. With clients across the US and Europe, Antje specializes in public relations, digital marketing and creative strategy for nonprofits and small businesses. Prior to establishing her company in 2016, Antje worked in the College Relations/Marketing department at Keene State College for 12 years. Antje is a Social Marketing Certified…

About these sessions Topics: Designing and developing user-friendly and responsive WordPress websites Brian has specialized in designing and developing user-friendly and responsive WordPress websites since 2008. He serves clients regionally, nationally, and internationally. With 16 years of web development experience, he has trained businesses and nonprofits on managing, updating, and securing WordPress websites. Brian also holds a master’s degree in applied psychology: applying valuable insights to sales and marketing for businesses and nonprofits. His broad exposure to all functions and…

About These Sessions: Topics: Nonprofit Management and Individual Donor Fundraising Programs Megan Amundson is a nonprofit management and fundraising expert who uses an impact-focused approach to train and coach nonprofit leaders to significantly grow individual donor revenue for long-term sustainability. In her two decades in the nonprofit sector, she has been an Executive Director of small advocacy nonprofits, a nonprofit board member, and a Major Gift Officer in a sophisticated fundraising shop. Megan uses her unique perspective and experience to…

About these sessions Topics:  Financial & Budget Analysis and Strategy. Ann is an award-winning business adviser. She has assisted businesses and organizations throughout the U.S. to create action plans for strategic growth. With over 25 years of experience in the retail industry, she’s helped more than 200 entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations identify their goals, steer them around a multitude of obstacles, and tackle their long-term challenges with a series of manageable steps. She sees her coaching as empowering people to be…

About these sessions Topic: Bookkeeping services, QuickBooks Certified in Desktop, QuickBooks Online ProAdviser Lee Davis & Company, a bookkeeping firm serving start-ups to mid-sized companies, delivers services tailored to the needs of young businesses and entrepreneurs. The firm offers effective financial management solutions that set customers on a clear path to success. As a QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor, Lee allows owners the opportunity to spend moer time focusing on their business and less time on record-keeping. Whether you require assistance setting…

About These Sessions: Sarah is a personal and commercial lines insurance professional with Kapiloff Insurance with 16 years of experience in the field. Kapiloff Insurance is a locally owned agency in Keene and services many commercial clients of varying sizes and needs. Commercial insurance has many facets that can be confusing when a new business is created. Sarah will offer guidance with regard to the insurance needs for your business as well as quotes as requested. All Coaching at this…

About these sessions Topic: Financial Coaching Jennifer is the owner of Gimli Ventures Financial Coaching. As a personal and business financial coach, she advises her clients in all realms of financial wellness. Most companies struggle with cash flow from time to time. To balance their finances when in a tight spot, businesses will often short pay their owners, go into debt, or cut what they are saving for taxes. Jennifer builds customized tools as a Profit First Professional Coach to align your…

About These Sessions: Chrissy is a versatile graphic designer and marketing professional who enjoys working with clients to solve problems through design and creative process. She has experience in print and digital design, illustration, branding, and marketing strategy. You can view her work here. Chrissy believes that good design has an immediate return on investment for clients - by increasing confidence in your brand, providing easy-to-use (and reuse) content and tools, and reducing time spent on marketing/communications. These sessions are intended…

About these sessions Topics: Sales process and design Jon Anderson creates and implements sustainable and rapid growth for small and mid-sized businesses as the founder of Sidehill. He will work alongside existing leadership to implement world class sales operations and client acquisition strategy, sales team performance and processes, systems design and implementation, marketing integration, and executive coaching. Sidehill brings your team over 25 years of sustainable new revenue development and sales operations repair. We have helped dozens of satisfied clients…

About these sessions Topics: Sales, Customer Success, Marketing Operations John is a Managing Director of Blake Street Group, a boutique leadership advisory firm, and leads the company’s Operating Practice. He brings a depth of experience spanning industry and company stage. He specializes in the field of Revenue Operations and has led teams through two IPOs over the last ten years. John’s passion is helping companies optimize their go-to-market efforts by joining operational best practices and analytics with practical, real-world experience.…

About these sessions Topics:  Building energy efficiency consulting, energy project finance and incentives, utility bill analysis Scott is Director of Clean Energy Finance at the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA). Working with businesses, non-profits, and municipalities, Scott provides financing tools and technical support for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects and manages an energy audit grant program for small NH businesses. In previous positions with for-profit companies and non-profit organizations he has completed residential and commercial energy audits,…

About these sessions: Topics: How to develop and maintain your own website using Squarespace Bob Lawson specializes in web development using the Squarespace content management system. He trains small businesses and nonprofits how to develop and maintain their own sites, including ecommerce and donation processing. Bob has one foot in communications and one in technology, having worked as an editor/journalist and having helped start and run six internet startups. His company, Sustainable Digital, is located in Putney, VT. All Coaching at…

About these sessions Topics:  Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Content Creation Kelly Ricaurte has 20 years of experience in advertising and communications in a variety of fields. Working in both private and nonprofit sectors, she served in higher education, environmental conservation, and automotive and high-tech industries. Kelly specializes in communications strategy, crisis communications, media relations, writing and message development. Kelly currently serves as director of strategic communications at Keene State College, where she has worked since 2011. Whether you’re launching a…

Topics: Online Bookkeeping Services, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management John has over 30 years of experience in manufacturing in most business areas.  He started in Inventory and Supply Chain Management, Working for communication and medical companies, before moving to a world-class Aerospace and Defense Manufacturer where he worked for 20 years.  There he moved into Operations Management, overseeing multiple manufacturing facilities, including an international one at an executive level.  After leaving, John and his wife decided to start Mount Kilburn Business…

Topics: Logo Design Ted is the designer and owner at Logo Further LLC which specializes in logos and  visual brand identity. His design approach emphasizes the importance of practicality alongside creativity. He spreads awareness that brand graphics succeed by being  meaningful, functional, and infringement-free. As a coach, Ted helps entrepreneurs and  business owners understand the technical requirements to make this happen, as well  as the pitfalls to avoid. His experience spans commercial company projects, non profits, competitive teams, solopreneurs, and…

About these sessions Topics: Artist and Maker Community Connector Arts Alive! is the arts service organization of the Monadnock region. Artists, nonprofit arts staff, arts advocates, town planners, economic development professionals, and tourism industry workers are welcome to come to coaching hours for referrals, creative economy and arts market data, to learn about workshops and opportunities (from grants to marketing), to discuss long-term cultural planning and arts integration for towns and businesses, to brainstorm ideas for partnerships, and to connect…

About these sessions Topic: Financial Coaching Jennifer is the owner of Gimli Ventures Financial Coaching. As a personal and business financial coach, she advises her clients in all realms of financial wellness. Most companies struggle with cash flow from time to time. To balance their finances when in a tight spot, businesses will often short pay their owners, go into debt, or cut what they are saving for taxes. Jennifer builds customized tools as a Profit First Professional Coach to align your…

Topics: Artist and Maker Community Connector Arts Alive! is the arts service organization of the Monadnock region. Artists, nonprofit arts staff, arts advocates, town planners, economic development professionals, and tourism industry workers are welcome to come to coaching hours for referrals, creative economy and arts market data, to learn about workshops and opportunities (from grants to marketing), to discuss long-term cultural planning and arts integration for towns and businesses, to brainstorm ideas for partnerships, and to connect on communicating the…

Topics: Social Media Strategy and Digital Advertising, Brand Identity Antje is the Public Information Director for SAU29’s seven school districts and also runs Blue House Creative, a local marketing and PR firm. With clients across the US and Europe, Antje specializes in public relations, digital marketing and creative strategy for nonprofits and small businesses. Prior to establishing her company in 2016, Antje worked in the College Relations/Marketing department at Keene State College for 12 years. Antje is a Social Marketing Certified…

About these sessions Topics: Designing and developing user-friendly and responsive WordPress websites Brian has specialized in designing and developing user-friendly and responsive WordPress websites since 2008. He serves clients regionally, nationally, and internationally. With 16 years of web development experience, he has trained businesses and nonprofits on managing, updating, and securing WordPress websites. Brian also holds a master’s degree in applied psychology: applying valuable insights to sales and marketing for businesses and nonprofits. His broad exposure to all functions and…

About These Sessions: Topics: Nonprofit Management and Individual Donor Fundraising Programs Megan Amundson is a nonprofit management and fundraising expert who uses an impact-focused approach to train and coach nonprofit leaders to significantly grow individual donor revenue for long-term sustainability. In her two decades in the nonprofit sector, she has been an Executive Director of small advocacy nonprofits, a nonprofit board member, and a Major Gift Officer in a sophisticated fundraising shop. Megan uses her unique perspective and experience to…

About these sessions Topics: Start up and Small Business Law Attorney Beaulac is here to help you navigate your small business and start up legal needs.  She works with business clients to set up and create partnership agreements, LLC and other documents for filing with the state; draft and review legal documents including contracts and agreements; and has litigation experience for businesses when things do not go as planned. Additionally, she also has experience in litigating landlord/tenant issues.  Attorney Beaulac was…

About these sessions Please Note: Sessions taking place from January through March will be held virtually or over the phone, depending on your preference. Topics: Human Resource policies, State, Federal & OSHA compliance, Employee Handbooks Paula has been a strategic partner with companies since 2001, helping them create the company culture they have always wanted, comply with State, Federal, and OSHA regulations, and create a stable foundation for growth with defined policies, procedures and handbooks.  Paula brings over 35 years of…

About These Sessions: Owner of The Voice of Clay in Brookline NH, Wendy has been in business for over 20 years. She has a BA in Music and English from Skidmore College, an MA in Transpersonal Psychology from Atlantic University, and certifications in Breathwork Facilitation and Hypnosis.  Wendy has been wellness coaching for over 7 years and has a unique perspective as a business owner herself. She started her business in 1999 and has predicated leadership in her field on resiliency, creativity, resourcefulness,…

About These Sessions Topics: Business strategy, company formation, capital access (fundraising), leadership coaching, branding, business development Roy Wallen leads Directional Healthcare Advisors, a NH-based advisory services firm.  He has served in leadership roles for new product initiatives in medical technology companies ranging from pre-revenue start-up to multi-billion, global concerns.  Roy has spent his career managing existing businesses for sustainable profits and bringing new technologies out of the laboratory and into clinical use.  His focus is on market development based on…

About these sessions Topic: Financial Coaching Jennifer is the owner of Gimli Ventures Financial Coaching. As a personal and business financial coach, she advises her clients in all realms of financial wellness. Most companies struggle with cash flow from time to time. To balance their finances when in a tight spot, businesses will often short pay their owners, go into debt, or cut what they are saving for taxes. Jennifer builds customized tools as a Profit First Professional Coach to align your…

** IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Are you a Manager or Supervisor, the head of a department or a team? Your ability to guide individuals and groups is a significant factor that influences morale, productivity, turn-over, and the health of the workplace. Join us for this engaging and practical series of workshops that will build your confidence and toolkit to lead others. The Management & Leadership Series covers essential knowledge and tools that often are not directly developed despite advancement into supervisory roles.…

About these sessions Topics:  Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Content Creation Kelly Ricaurte has 20 years of experience in advertising and communications in a variety of fields. Working in both private and nonprofit sectors, she served in higher education, environmental conservation, and automotive and high-tech industries. Kelly specializes in communications strategy, crisis communications, media relations, writing and message development. Kelly currently serves as director of strategic communications at Keene State College, where she has worked since 2011. Whether you’re launching a…

Topics: Online Bookkeeping Services, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management John has over 30 years of experience in manufacturing in most business areas.  He started in Inventory and Supply Chain Management, Working for communication and medical companies, before moving to a world-class Aerospace and Defense Manufacturer where he worked for 20 years.  There he moved into Operations Management, overseeing multiple manufacturing facilities, including an international one at an executive level.  After leaving, John and his wife decided to start Mount Kilburn Business…

Topics: Logo Design Ted is the designer and owner at Logo Further LLC which specializes in logos and  visual brand identity. His design approach emphasizes the importance of practicality alongside creativity. He spreads awareness that brand graphics succeed by being  meaningful, functional, and infringement-free. As a coach, Ted helps entrepreneurs and  business owners understand the technical requirements to make this happen, as well  as the pitfalls to avoid. His experience spans commercial company projects, non profits, competitive teams, solopreneurs, and…

About these sessions Topics: Artist and Maker Community Connector Arts Alive! is the arts service organization of the Monadnock region. Artists, nonprofit arts staff, arts advocates, town planners, economic development professionals, and tourism industry workers are welcome to come to coaching hours for referrals, creative economy and arts market data, to learn about workshops and opportunities (from grants to marketing), to discuss long-term cultural planning and arts integration for towns and businesses, to brainstorm ideas for partnerships, and to connect…

About these sessions Topic: Financial Coaching Jennifer is the owner of Gimli Ventures Financial Coaching. As a personal and business financial coach, she advises her clients in all realms of financial wellness. Most companies struggle with cash flow from time to time. To balance their finances when in a tight spot, businesses will often short pay their owners, go into debt, or cut what they are saving for taxes. Jennifer builds customized tools as a Profit First Professional Coach to align your…

About These Coaching Sessions Topics: Website Development, Website Audits, SEO, Branding, Lead Generation, Digital Assessments- Websites and Social Media Channels Laurie is the co-founder of Phil-Mack Media, a digital marketing and business solutions consultant specializing in helping businesses grow their online presence.  Laurie was born and raised in the Monadnock region and believes strongly that customer service and community should be a high priority for a business.  She has many years of experience with a background in bookkeeping, banking, import and export, website design and…

Topics: Social Media Strategy and Digital Advertising, Brand Identity Antje is the Public Information Director for SAU29’s seven school districts and also runs Blue House Creative, a local marketing and PR firm. With clients across the US and Europe, Antje specializes in public relations, digital marketing and creative strategy for nonprofits and small businesses. Prior to establishing her company in 2016, Antje worked in the College Relations/Marketing department at Keene State College for 12 years. Antje is a Social Marketing Certified…

About these sessions Topics:  Financial & Budget Analysis and Strategy. Ann is an award-winning business adviser. She has assisted businesses and organizations throughout the U.S. to create action plans for strategic growth. With over 25 years of experience in the retail industry, she’s helped more than 200 entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations identify their goals, steer them around a multitude of obstacles, and tackle their long-term challenges with a series of manageable steps. She sees her coaching as empowering people to be…

About These Sessions: Topics: Legal Support for Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Trade Secrets Mr. Grissett is an intellectual property lawyer that helps new and established enterprises protect their innovations, minimize intellectual property (IP) related risk, and enforce IP rights and defend against IP right assertions. Mr. Grissett does this primarily through patent preparation and procurement, patent litigation, and various types of patent analysis. In addition, Mr. Grissett routinely advises companies on brand protection strategies, protection of creative works via copyrights, and…

About these sessions Topic: Bookkeeping services, QuickBooks Certified in Desktop, QuickBooks Online ProAdviser Lee Davis & Company, a bookkeeping firm serving start-ups to mid-sized companies, delivers services tailored to the needs of young businesses and entrepreneurs. The firm offers effective financial management solutions that set customers on a clear path to success. As a QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor, Lee allows owners the opportunity to spend moer time focusing on their business and less time on record-keeping. Whether you require assistance setting…

About These Sessions: Sarah is a personal and commercial lines insurance professional with Kapiloff Insurance with 16 years of experience in the field. Kapiloff Insurance is a locally owned agency in Keene and services many commercial clients of varying sizes and needs. Commercial insurance has many facets that can be confusing when a new business is created. Sarah will offer guidance with regard to the insurance needs for your business as well as quotes as requested. All Coaching at this…

About These Sessions: Topics: Start up and small business law Andrew loves working with growing businesses. He advises companies at all stages, from formation to liquidity events, and has experience with crowdfunding, IP protection, securities compliance, commercial leases, contracts, employment, and business litigation. As a young lawyer, Andrew has taken an entrepreneurial and unconventional approach to his practice through partnerships with startup hubs throughout New Hampshire, and by incorporating client friendly tools like flat-fee offerings, online appointment booking, and a modern approach…

If you find yourself constantly wondering: What is a P&L, income statement, BS, balance sheet, cash flows, etc What is gross income, net income, gross receipts, fixed asset, de minimis items, etc "I'm an LLC" - how that can mean different things! How you're doing financially How much money you've made How much can you take out of the business now that you are no longer a W2 employee What your cash flows statement even means?! Can you afford to:…

About these sessions Topic: Financial Coaching Jennifer is the owner of Gimli Ventures Financial Coaching. As a personal and business financial coach, she advises her clients in all realms of financial wellness. Most companies struggle with cash flow from time to time. To balance their finances when in a tight spot, businesses will often short pay their owners, go into debt, or cut what they are saving for taxes. Jennifer builds customized tools as a Profit First Professional Coach to align your…

About these sessions: Topics: B Corp Certification, Business Plan Development, and Small Business Advising Taryn Fisher has expertise in the areas of small business advising, business plan development, and B Corp Certification. She is deeply committed to triple bottom line principles and sustainable business practices has entrepreneurial experience and serves on the Board of Trustees of Apple Hill Center for Chamber Music. For 20 years, Taryn worked in supply chain management for multinational firms in the consumer products and financial…

Topics: Artist and Maker Community Connector Arts Alive! is the arts service organization of the Monadnock region. Artists, nonprofit arts staff, arts advocates, town planners, economic development professionals, and tourism industry workers are welcome to come to coaching hours for referrals, creative economy and arts market data, to learn about workshops and opportunities (from grants to marketing), to discuss long-term cultural planning and arts integration for towns and businesses, to brainstorm ideas for partnerships, and to connect on communicating the…

September 14: Impact Reporting: How to Report Impact When Your Work is Hard to Measure 8 - 9 am Facilitated by Elisabeth Marx, Sr. Philanthropic Advisor, VT Community Fdn Funders today, whether individual or institutional, want to know that their philanthropic investments are making a real difference. For many organizations, that can be hard to show. Not every organization has easy-to-measure outcomes. Elisabeth Marx has guided many Vermont non-profit organizations through the challenge of showing impact and shared their excitement…

About these sessions Topics: Designing and developing user-friendly and responsive WordPress websites Brian has specialized in designing and developing user-friendly and responsive WordPress websites since 2008. He serves clients regionally, nationally, and internationally. With 16 years of web development experience, he has trained businesses and nonprofits on managing, updating, and securing WordPress websites. Brian also holds a master’s degree in applied psychology: applying valuable insights to sales and marketing for businesses and nonprofits. His broad exposure to all functions and…

About These Sessions: Topics: Nonprofit Management and Individual Donor Fundraising Programs Megan Amundson is a nonprofit management and fundraising expert who uses an impact-focused approach to train and coach nonprofit leaders to significantly grow individual donor revenue for long-term sustainability. In her two decades in the nonprofit sector, she has been an Executive Director of small advocacy nonprofits, a nonprofit board member, and a Major Gift Officer in a sophisticated fundraising shop. Megan uses her unique perspective and experience to…

** IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Are you a Manager or Supervisor, the head of a department or a team? Your ability to guide individuals and groups is a significant factor that influences morale, productivity, turn-over, and the health of the workplace. Join us for this engaging and practical series of workshops that will build your confidence and toolkit to lead others. The Management & Leadership Series covers essential knowledge and tools that often are not directly developed despite advancement into supervisory roles.…

About these sessions Topics: Sales, Customer Success, Marketing Operations John is a Managing Director of Blake Street Group, a boutique leadership advisory firm, and leads the company’s Operating Practice. He brings a depth of experience spanning industry and company stage. He specializes in the field of Revenue Operations and has led teams through two IPOs over the last ten years. John’s passion is helping companies optimize their go-to-market efforts by joining operational best practices and analytics with practical, real-world experience.…

About these sessions Topics:  Building energy efficiency consulting, energy project finance and incentives, utility bill analysis Scott is Director of Clean Energy Finance at the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA). Working with businesses, non-profits, and municipalities, Scott provides financing tools and technical support for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects and manages an energy audit grant program for small NH businesses. In previous positions with for-profit companies and non-profit organizations he has completed residential and commercial energy audits,…

About these sessions: Topics: How to develop and maintain your own website using Squarespace Bob Lawson specializes in web development using the Squarespace content management system. He trains small businesses and nonprofits how to develop and maintain their own sites, including ecommerce and donation processing. Bob has one foot in communications and one in technology, having worked as an editor/journalist and having helped start and run six internet startups. His company, Sustainable Digital, is located in Putney, VT. All Coaching at…

About these sessions Topics:  Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Content Creation Kelly Ricaurte has 20 years of experience in advertising and communications in a variety of fields. Working in both private and nonprofit sectors, she served in higher education, environmental conservation, and automotive and high-tech industries. Kelly specializes in communications strategy, crisis communications, media relations, writing and message development. Kelly currently serves as director of strategic communications at Keene State College, where she has worked since 2011. Whether you’re launching a…

** THIS IS AN IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Yes, you need to be knowledgeable and good at what you do. But you also need to be able to connect effectively with the people you rely on. The great news is that emotional intelligence is something you can build on throughout your entire life. Each interaction is an opportunity to better connect, and every productive interaction leads toward your success. Join us on September 16 from 8:30-12:30 at the Hannah Grimes Center in Keene,…

Topics: Online Bookkeeping Services, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management John has over 30 years of experience in manufacturing in most business areas.  He started in Inventory and Supply Chain Management, Working for communication and medical companies, before moving to a world-class Aerospace and Defense Manufacturer where he worked for 20 years.  There he moved into Operations Management, overseeing multiple manufacturing facilities, including an international one at an executive level.  After leaving, John and his wife decided to start Mount Kilburn Business…

Topics: Logo Design Ted is the designer and owner at Logo Further LLC which specializes in logos and  visual brand identity. His design approach emphasizes the importance of practicality alongside creativity. He spreads awareness that brand graphics succeed by being  meaningful, functional, and infringement-free. As a coach, Ted helps entrepreneurs and  business owners understand the technical requirements to make this happen, as well  as the pitfalls to avoid. His experience spans commercial company projects, non profits, competitive teams, solopreneurs, and…

About these sessions Topics: Artist and Maker Community Connector Arts Alive! is the arts service organization of the Monadnock region. Artists, nonprofit arts staff, arts advocates, town planners, economic development professionals, and tourism industry workers are welcome to come to coaching hours for referrals, creative economy and arts market data, to learn about workshops and opportunities (from grants to marketing), to discuss long-term cultural planning and arts integration for towns and businesses, to brainstorm ideas for partnerships, and to connect…

About these sessions Topic: Financial Coaching Jennifer is the owner of Gimli Ventures Financial Coaching. As a personal and business financial coach, she advises her clients in all realms of financial wellness. Most companies struggle with cash flow from time to time. To balance their finances when in a tight spot, businesses will often short pay their owners, go into debt, or cut what they are saving for taxes. Jennifer builds customized tools as a Profit First Professional Coach to align your…

Topics: Social Media Strategy and Digital Advertising, Brand Identity Antje is the Public Information Director for SAU29’s seven school districts and also runs Blue House Creative, a local marketing and PR firm. With clients across the US and Europe, Antje specializes in public relations, digital marketing and creative strategy for nonprofits and small businesses. Prior to establishing her company in 2016, Antje worked in the College Relations/Marketing department at Keene State College for 12 years. Antje is a Social Marketing Certified…

About These Sessions: Chrissy is a versatile graphic designer and marketing professional who enjoys working with clients to solve problems through design and creative process. She has experience in print and digital design, illustration, branding, and marketing strategy. You can view her work here. Chrissy believes that good design has an immediate return on investment for clients - by increasing confidence in your brand, providing easy-to-use (and reuse) content and tools, and reducing time spent on marketing/communications. These sessions are intended…

About these sessions Topics: Sales process and design Jon Anderson creates and implements sustainable and rapid growth for small and mid-sized businesses as the founder of Sidehill. He will work alongside existing leadership to implement world class sales operations and client acquisition strategy, sales team performance and processes, systems design and implementation, marketing integration, and executive coaching. Sidehill brings your team over 25 years of sustainable new revenue development and sales operations repair. We have helped dozens of satisfied clients…

About These Sessions: Topics: Legal Support for Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Trade Secrets Mr. Grissett is an intellectual property lawyer that helps new and established enterprises protect their innovations, minimize intellectual property (IP) related risk, and enforce IP rights and defend against IP right assertions. Mr. Grissett does this primarily through patent preparation and procurement, patent litigation, and various types of patent analysis. In addition, Mr. Grissett routinely advises companies on brand protection strategies, protection of creative works via copyrights, and…

About These Sessions: Owner of The Voice of Clay in Brookline NH, Wendy has been in business for over 20 years. She has a BA in Music and English from Skidmore College, an MA in Transpersonal Psychology from Atlantic University, and certifications in Breathwork Facilitation and Hypnosis.  Wendy has been wellness coaching for over 7 years and has a unique perspective as a business owner herself. She started her business in 1999 and has predicated leadership in her field on resiliency, creativity, resourcefulness,…

About These Sessions Topics: Business strategy, company formation, capital access (fundraising), leadership coaching, branding, business development Roy Wallen leads Directional Healthcare Advisors, a NH-based advisory services firm.  He has served in leadership roles for new product initiatives in medical technology companies ranging from pre-revenue start-up to multi-billion, global concerns.  Roy has spent his career managing existing businesses for sustainable profits and bringing new technologies out of the laboratory and into clinical use.  His focus is on market development based on…

About these sessions Topic: Financial Coaching Jennifer is the owner of Gimli Ventures Financial Coaching. As a personal and business financial coach, she advises her clients in all realms of financial wellness. Most companies struggle with cash flow from time to time. To balance their finances when in a tight spot, businesses will often short pay their owners, go into debt, or cut what they are saving for taxes. Jennifer builds customized tools as a Profit First Professional Coach to align your…

About these sessions: Topics: B Corp Certification, Business Plan Development, and Small Business Advising Taryn Fisher has expertise in the areas of small business advising, business plan development, and B Corp Certification. She is deeply committed to triple bottom line principles and sustainable business practices has entrepreneurial experience and serves on the Board of Trustees of Apple Hill Center for Chamber Music. For 20 years, Taryn worked in supply chain management for multinational firms in the consumer products and financial…

Topics: Artist and Maker Community Connector Arts Alive! is the arts service organization of the Monadnock region. Artists, nonprofit arts staff, arts advocates, town planners, economic development professionals, and tourism industry workers are welcome to come to coaching hours for referrals, creative economy and arts market data, to learn about workshops and opportunities (from grants to marketing), to discuss long-term cultural planning and arts integration for towns and businesses, to brainstorm ideas for partnerships, and to connect on communicating the…

About these sessions Topics: Designing and developing user-friendly and responsive WordPress websites Brian has specialized in designing and developing user-friendly and responsive WordPress websites since 2008. He serves clients regionally, nationally, and internationally. With 16 years of web development experience, he has trained businesses and nonprofits on managing, updating, and securing WordPress websites. Brian also holds a master’s degree in applied psychology: applying valuable insights to sales and marketing for businesses and nonprofits. His broad exposure to all functions and…

About These Sessions: Topics: Nonprofit Management and Individual Donor Fundraising Programs Megan Amundson is a nonprofit management and fundraising expert who uses an impact-focused approach to train and coach nonprofit leaders to significantly grow individual donor revenue for long-term sustainability. In her two decades in the nonprofit sector, she has been an Executive Director of small advocacy nonprofits, a nonprofit board member, and a Major Gift Officer in a sophisticated fundraising shop. Megan uses her unique perspective and experience to…

** IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Are you a Manager or Supervisor, the head of a department or a team? Your ability to guide individuals and groups is a significant factor that influences morale, productivity, turn-over, and the health of the workplace. Join us for this engaging and practical series of workshops that will build your confidence and toolkit to lead others. The Management & Leadership Series covers essential knowledge and tools that often are not directly developed despite advancement into supervisory roles.…

About these sessions Please Note: Sessions taking place from January through March will be held virtually or over the phone, depending on your preference. Topics: Human Resource policies, State, Federal & OSHA compliance, Employee Handbooks Paula has been a strategic partner with companies since 2001, helping them create the company culture they have always wanted, comply with State, Federal, and OSHA regulations, and create a stable foundation for growth with defined policies, procedures and handbooks.  Paula brings over 35 years of…

About these sessions Topics: Artist and Maker Community Connector Arts Alive! is the arts service organization of the Monadnock region. Artists, nonprofit arts staff, arts advocates, town planners, economic development professionals, and tourism industry workers are welcome to come to coaching hours for referrals, creative economy and arts market data, to learn about workshops and opportunities (from grants to marketing), to discuss long-term cultural planning and arts integration for towns and businesses, to brainstorm ideas for partnerships, and to connect…

About these sessions Topic: Financial Coaching Jennifer is the owner of Gimli Ventures Financial Coaching. As a personal and business financial coach, she advises her clients in all realms of financial wellness. Most companies struggle with cash flow from time to time. To balance their finances when in a tight spot, businesses will often short pay their owners, go into debt, or cut what they are saving for taxes. Jennifer builds customized tools as a Profit First Professional Coach to align your…

About These Coaching Sessions Topics: Website Development, Website Audits, SEO, Branding, Lead Generation, Digital Assessments- Websites and Social Media Channels Laurie is the co-founder of Phil-Mack Media, a digital marketing and business solutions consultant specializing in helping businesses grow their online presence.  Laurie was born and raised in the Monadnock region and believes strongly that customer service and community should be a high priority for a business.  She has many years of experience with a background in bookkeeping, banking, import and export, website design and…

Topics: Social Media Strategy and Digital Advertising, Brand Identity Antje is the Public Information Director for SAU29’s seven school districts and also runs Blue House Creative, a local marketing and PR firm. With clients across the US and Europe, Antje specializes in public relations, digital marketing and creative strategy for nonprofits and small businesses. Prior to establishing her company in 2016, Antje worked in the College Relations/Marketing department at Keene State College for 12 years. Antje is a Social Marketing Certified…

About these sessions Topics:  Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Content Creation Kelly Ricaurte has 20 years of experience in advertising and communications in a variety of fields. Working in both private and nonprofit sectors, she served in higher education, environmental conservation, and automotive and high-tech industries. Kelly specializes in communications strategy, crisis communications, media relations, writing and message development. Kelly currently serves as director of strategic communications at Keene State College, where she has worked since 2011. Whether you’re launching a…

Topics: Online Bookkeeping Services, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management John has over 30 years of experience in manufacturing in most business areas.  He started in Inventory and Supply Chain Management, Working for communication and medical companies, before moving to a world-class Aerospace and Defense Manufacturer where he worked for 20 years.  There he moved into Operations Management, overseeing multiple manufacturing facilities, including an international one at an executive level.  After leaving, John and his wife decided to start Mount Kilburn Business…

Topics: Logo Design Ted is the designer and owner at Logo Further LLC which specializes in logos and  visual brand identity. His design approach emphasizes the importance of practicality alongside creativity. He spreads awareness that brand graphics succeed by being  meaningful, functional, and infringement-free. As a coach, Ted helps entrepreneurs and  business owners understand the technical requirements to make this happen, as well  as the pitfalls to avoid. His experience spans commercial company projects, non profits, competitive teams, solopreneurs, and…

About these sessions Topic: Financial Coaching Jennifer is the owner of Gimli Ventures Financial Coaching. As a personal and business financial coach, she advises her clients in all realms of financial wellness. Most companies struggle with cash flow from time to time. To balance their finances when in a tight spot, businesses will often short pay their owners, go into debt, or cut what they are saving for taxes. Jennifer builds customized tools as a Profit First Professional Coach to align your…

Topics: Artist and Maker Community Connector Arts Alive! is the arts service organization of the Monadnock region. Artists, nonprofit arts staff, arts advocates, town planners, economic development professionals, and tourism industry workers are welcome to come to coaching hours for referrals, creative economy and arts market data, to learn about workshops and opportunities (from grants to marketing), to discuss long-term cultural planning and arts integration for towns and businesses, to brainstorm ideas for partnerships, and to connect on communicating the…

About these sessions Topics: Designing and developing user-friendly and responsive WordPress websites Brian has specialized in designing and developing user-friendly and responsive WordPress websites since 2008. He serves clients regionally, nationally, and internationally. With 16 years of web development experience, he has trained businesses and nonprofits on managing, updating, and securing WordPress websites. Brian also holds a master’s degree in applied psychology: applying valuable insights to sales and marketing for businesses and nonprofits. His broad exposure to all functions and…

About These Sessions: Topics: Nonprofit Management and Individual Donor Fundraising Programs Megan Amundson is a nonprofit management and fundraising expert who uses an impact-focused approach to train and coach nonprofit leaders to significantly grow individual donor revenue for long-term sustainability. In her two decades in the nonprofit sector, she has been an Executive Director of small advocacy nonprofits, a nonprofit board member, and a Major Gift Officer in a sophisticated fundraising shop. Megan uses her unique perspective and experience to…

** IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Are you a Manager or Supervisor, the head of a department or a team? Your ability to guide individuals and groups is a significant factor that influences morale, productivity, turn-over, and the health of the workplace. Join us for this engaging and practical series of workshops that will build your confidence and toolkit to lead others. The Management & Leadership Series covers essential knowledge and tools that often are not directly developed despite advancement into supervisory roles.…

About these sessions Topics:  Financial & Budget Analysis and Strategy. Ann is an award-winning business adviser. She has assisted businesses and organizations throughout the U.S. to create action plans for strategic growth. With over 25 years of experience in the retail industry, she’s helped more than 200 entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations identify their goals, steer them around a multitude of obstacles, and tackle their long-term challenges with a series of manageable steps. She sees her coaching as empowering people to be…

About These Sessions: Topics: Legal Support for Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Trade Secrets Mr. Grissett is an intellectual property lawyer that helps new and established enterprises protect their innovations, minimize intellectual property (IP) related risk, and enforce IP rights and defend against IP right assertions. Mr. Grissett does this primarily through patent preparation and procurement, patent litigation, and various types of patent analysis. In addition, Mr. Grissett routinely advises companies on brand protection strategies, protection of creative works via copyrights, and…

About these sessions Topic: Bookkeeping services, QuickBooks Certified in Desktop, QuickBooks Online ProAdviser Lee Davis & Company, a bookkeeping firm serving start-ups to mid-sized companies, delivers services tailored to the needs of young businesses and entrepreneurs. The firm offers effective financial management solutions that set customers on a clear path to success. As a QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor, Lee allows owners the opportunity to spend moer time focusing on their business and less time on record-keeping. Whether you require assistance setting…

About These Sessions: Sarah is a personal and commercial lines insurance professional with Kapiloff Insurance with 16 years of experience in the field. Kapiloff Insurance is a locally owned agency in Keene and services many commercial clients of varying sizes and needs. Commercial insurance has many facets that can be confusing when a new business is created. Sarah will offer guidance with regard to the insurance needs for your business as well as quotes as requested. All Coaching at this…

About these sessions Topics: Artist and Maker Community Connector Arts Alive! is the arts service organization of the Monadnock region. Artists, nonprofit arts staff, arts advocates, town planners, economic development professionals, and tourism industry workers are welcome to come to coaching hours for referrals, creative economy and arts market data, to learn about workshops and opportunities (from grants to marketing), to discuss long-term cultural planning and arts integration for towns and businesses, to brainstorm ideas for partnerships, and to connect…

About these sessions Topic: Financial Coaching Jennifer is the owner of Gimli Ventures Financial Coaching. As a personal and business financial coach, she advises her clients in all realms of financial wellness. Most companies struggle with cash flow from time to time. To balance their finances when in a tight spot, businesses will often short pay their owners, go into debt, or cut what they are saving for taxes. Jennifer builds customized tools as a Profit First Professional Coach to align your…

** THIS IS AN IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Do things feel like a constant tug-of-war in your workplace? Has conflict become a dirty word? Most of us cringe when we think of confrontation, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Believe it or not, when you look at the data, conflict is actually a critical piece of a healthy team’s foundation. The first step is acknowledging that conflict can be productive and that the outcomes can actually be AMAZING when you embrace it. That’s why this workshop…

Topics: Social Media Strategy and Digital Advertising, Brand Identity Antje is the Public Information Director for SAU29’s seven school districts and also runs Blue House Creative, a local marketing and PR firm. With clients across the US and Europe, Antje specializes in public relations, digital marketing and creative strategy for nonprofits and small businesses. Prior to establishing her company in 2016, Antje worked in the College Relations/Marketing department at Keene State College for 12 years. Antje is a Social Marketing Certified…

About These Sessions: Chrissy is a versatile graphic designer and marketing professional who enjoys working with clients to solve problems through design and creative process. She has experience in print and digital design, illustration, branding, and marketing strategy. You can view her work here. Chrissy believes that good design has an immediate return on investment for clients - by increasing confidence in your brand, providing easy-to-use (and reuse) content and tools, and reducing time spent on marketing/communications. These sessions are intended…

About these sessions Topics: Sales process and design Jon Anderson creates and implements sustainable and rapid growth for small and mid-sized businesses as the founder of Sidehill. He will work alongside existing leadership to implement world class sales operations and client acquisition strategy, sales team performance and processes, systems design and implementation, marketing integration, and executive coaching. Sidehill brings your team over 25 years of sustainable new revenue development and sales operations repair. We have helped dozens of satisfied clients…

About these sessions Topics: Sales, Customer Success, Marketing Operations John is a Managing Director of Blake Street Group, a boutique leadership advisory firm, and leads the company’s Operating Practice. He brings a depth of experience spanning industry and company stage. He specializes in the field of Revenue Operations and has led teams through two IPOs over the last ten years. John’s passion is helping companies optimize their go-to-market efforts by joining operational best practices and analytics with practical, real-world experience.…

About these sessions Topics:  Building energy efficiency consulting, energy project finance and incentives, utility bill analysis Scott is Director of Clean Energy Finance at the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA). Working with businesses, non-profits, and municipalities, Scott provides financing tools and technical support for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects and manages an energy audit grant program for small NH businesses. In previous positions with for-profit companies and non-profit organizations he has completed residential and commercial energy audits,…

About these sessions: Topics: How to develop and maintain your own website using Squarespace Bob Lawson specializes in web development using the Squarespace content management system. He trains small businesses and nonprofits how to develop and maintain their own sites, including ecommerce and donation processing. Bob has one foot in communications and one in technology, having worked as an editor/journalist and having helped start and run six internet startups. His company, Sustainable Digital, is located in Putney, VT. All Coaching at…