Our History
NHBSR has a rich history dating back to the late 1980s when businesses began to organize around the issue of corporate social responsibility. Since then the organization has enjoyed steady progress in its growth and development, extending its outreach to an influential group of companies and individuals. NHBSR has achieved a number of notable milestones during this time, some of which are highlighted on the following page.
We are proud of our innovative programming including the "Go on Tour" program. This successful model, originated by NHBSR, was adopted and implemented by BSR Networks nationwide and has been a staple of NHBSR programming for over 5 years. Host companies include Bell Atlantic, Blue Cross Blue Shield of NH, Cirtronics Corporation, NH Public Radio, The Society for the Protection of NH Forests, Kinderworks Corporation, Stonyfield Farm and The Timberland Company.
We have also been successful at partnering with other influential organizations like Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) and Business NH Magazine. NHBSR and VBSR have presented a joint annual conference since 1994, and this year enjoyed the largest attendance to date. The partnership with Business NH Magazine has been in place since 1998 when the magazine first published its "Top Ten Companies to Work For in New Hampshire" list. NHBSR approached the magazine regarding the idea of an annual "Breakfast with the Best" program, an event that has gained recognition and increased attendance each year.
In 2002, continued to build on this rich history as we worked to further NHBSR in its initiatives and membership outreach. Programs scheduled included the "Breakfast with the Best" as well as the 2002 "Go on Tour" program, serving as an extension of the Breakfast with visits and tours to the top ten companies over the course of the year. In May, we hosted an Inaugural Event to officially launch NHBSR as an autonomous organization. Throughout the year we will work to expand and refine the www.nhbsr.org website making it a respected source of information and idea sharing for our members. Most importantly, this is just the beginning of an exciting new chapter in this important organization's history.
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