NHBSR

New Member Welcome
2024-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us in welcoming new NHBSR members into the community! Meet existing, new, and prospective members. Anyone interested in learning about NHBSR or connecting with new members is invited to join this Zoom meeting.
Join us on December 11th from 12-1 PM on Zoom for virtual networking and socializing!

Networking Social
2024-12-06 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Networking Socials are an opportunity to informally get together for networking, conversation and great refreshments among sustainability-minded businesses and organizations.
Join us at Girls at Work 3-5 PM on December 6 for an evening of networking and socializing!

Post-Election Briefing and Dialogue
2024-12-03 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a crucial post-election briefing and dialogue to unpack the results of the November 5th election and understand their impact on our shared policy priorities for 2025 and beyond.
This is a unique opportunity for you to gain insights from NHBSR’s new advocacy advisors, Lucas Meyer and Mike O’Brien, who will provide a rundown of the post-election landscape.
With a new Governor and administration, and potential shifts in control of legislative bodies at both the state and federal levels, we have a lot to discuss!
This convening is your chance to:

Understand the implications of the election results on key policy areas.
Learn about potential opportunities and challenges in the new governing environment.
Connect with fellow business leaders who are committed to taking action
Engage in a dialogue about how we can collectively maximize our impact in advocating for a just and sustainable future for New Hampshire.

We encourage you to come prepared with your questions. This is a critical time for our state, and your voice matters.

12:00 PM on Zoom

The Nexus of Carbon and Financial Impact
2024-11-21 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
The Nexus of Carbon and Financial Impact: How to make GHG emissions accounting actionable and satisfy stakeholder disclosure requests
Description: This webinar explores how businesses can become more efficient in measuring their organizational carbon footprint and leverage the results to drive impactful reduction actions. Key areas that will be covered include robust data management and stakeholder engagement strategies that enhance return on investment (ROI).
Presenters:
Julien Gervreau, Director, ESG and Sustainability Services, Sensiba
Soline Medrinal, Head of Global Partnerships, Greenly

Mental Health First Aid Training
2024-11-15 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based training program administered by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.
Full-day training 9 AM to 5 PM.
This is a LIVE training with certificate. It will not be recorded.
EVENT CAPACITY: 15 registrants (waitlist available)

Connect and Reflect
2024-11-08 15:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a safe, supportive space to come together and process the recent election. As we navigate a time filled with complex emotions, our aim is to foster understanding and explore what it means to move forward as a community. Let’s come together to heal, reflect, and renew our dedication to creating a more equitable and sustainable New Hampshire.

Friday, November 8
3:30-5:00 PM on Zoom

Sustainability Slam
2024-11-07 16:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | LaBelle Winery, 14 NH-111, Derry, NH, 03038, United States
NHBSR’s Sustainability Slam is ​a dynamic evening of storytelling, where some of the state’s leading businesses bring their sustainability stories to life through fast-paced presentations that focus on content, brevity (think 90 seconds) and most importantly, fun. One attendee shared, “The Sustainability Slam is THE business event of the fall to attend.”

Civic Responsibility in Action
2024-10-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Civic Responsibility in Action: How Businesses Can Drive Voter Participation and Engagement
Description
Join us for a webinar focused on voter education, outreach, and fostering year-round civic engagement in collaboration with the NH Democracy Fund. Learn how your business can support efforts to get out the vote, engage employees in the democratic process, and contribute to a healthier democracy. Discover strategies to empower your workforce and community, ensuring they stay informed and active participants in civic life.
Speaker: Molly Cowan, Executive Director of the NH Democracy Fund
Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__kO7Hun2Sii5blDtldwfYg

Just One Thing
2024-09-24 08:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2024.
NHBSR’s Just One Thing (JOT) campaign shares YOUR stories of impact within our communities, workplaces, and environment. Every story acts as a catalyst and can inspire more businesses and organizations to take action.
It takes just one thing to make a difference in your organization’s sustainability efforts. Submissions are eligible to win a coveted finalist position at the Sustainability Slam in November.

Finalist’s stories will be presented at the Sustainability Slam on November 7, 2024.

Tackling Scope 3: From Challenge to Opportunity
2024-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for an exploration of Scope 3 emissions, the often-overlooked yet critical component of a company’s carbon footprint. This webinar will delve into the complexities of measuring, managing, and reducing Scope 3 emissions. Learn about effective strategies, case studies, and emerging technologies that can streamline the process.
Speaker: Laura Gustavson, Senior Consultant, Sphera

QPR Training (Mental Health CPR Training)
2024-09-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-03-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer — the 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.
Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help. Each year thousands of Americans, like you, are saying “Yes” to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor.
According to the Surgeon General’s National Strategy for Suicide Prevention (2001), a gatekeeper is someone in a position to recognize a crisis and the warning signs that someone may be contemplating suicide.
Gatekeepers can be anyone, but include parents, friends, neighbors, teachers, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, squad leaders, foremen, police officers, advisors, caseworkers, firefighters, and many others who are strategically positioned to recognize and refer someone at risk of suicide.
As a QPR-trained Gatekeeper you will learn to:

Recognize the warning signs of suicide
Know how to offer hope
Know how to get help and save a life

Information on QPR Training: https://qprinstitute.com/about-qpr

Networking Social
2024-09-11 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Networking Socials are an opportunity to informally get together for networking, conversation and great refreshments among sustainability-minded businesses and organizations.
Join us at W. S. Badger 3-5 PM for an evening of networking and socializing!

NH Gives
2024-06-11 17:00 - 2024-06-12 17:00 (America/New_York)
NH Gives is here! Support NHBSR and help us elevate voices for thriving communities and a sustainable future. Together, let’s build a better NH for businesses and residents alike.
Support NHBSR this #NHGives and invest in a brighter future for all!
Businesses are important stakeholders in New Hampshire. When they raise their collective voice on critical issues facing NH residents, they are a powerful force for positive change. This advocacy can lead to better policies and a brighter future for all.
When you support NHBSR, you’re fostering a collaborative approach where businesses, employees, and communities work together. This collaborative spirit fosters a win-win situation: businesses benefit from a stronger talent pool and a more stable economic environment, while communities flourish with businesses that are invested in their well-being.
Make it a reality! Donate to NHBSR during NH Gives and elevate the voices for a sustainable and prosperous NH!
Give to NH Businesses for Social Responsibility | NH Gives 2024

Updating NH's Climate Action Plan
2024-06-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Updating NH’s Climate Action Plan
Join us for an update webinar as we delve into the latest findings from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) regarding their pivotal community engagement sessions as they embark on updating the state’s Climate Action Plan. These sessions are integral components of New Hampshire’s Priority and Comprehensive Climate Action Plans (PCAP and CCAP), aimed at tackling pressing environmental challenges.
Funded by the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, these sessions play a crucial role in shaping the direction of climate action in our state. By fostering community involvement, they pave the way for implementation funding to support community-driven projects that address key issues such as air pollution and greenhouse gas reductions. Listen to the findings, priorities highlighted, and next steps in the process.

2024 DEI Vista
2024-05-30 08:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
Join us for a workshop where every vista reveals new insights into the diverse landscape of DEI challenges and triumphs.
Go beyond the theoretical frameworks and general education. This workshop will focus on practical, actionable strategies that you can implement in your organization right away. Whether you’re just starting out, hitting roadblocks, or looking to maintain momentum, hear from experienced leaders who have faced similar challenges and learn from their successes and failures.

Policies Supporting Granite State Workers
2024-05-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
New Hampshire’s businesses and economy thrive because of the Granite State workforce. Who are New Hampshire’s workers, and what state-level policies are available to support them and their families? This session will discuss demographic trends in the state’s labor force. We will also examine how the State Budget funds policies for workforce supports, such as child care and housing initiatives, and how these policies bolster the Granite State economy.
Speakers:

Nicole Heller, PhD, Senior Policy Analyst, NHFPI
Phil Sletten, Research Director, NHFPI

Mental Health First Aid Training
2024-05-17 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based training program administered by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.

EVENT CAPACITY: 30 registrants
If event reaches capacity, email zeina@nhbsr.org to be put on waitlist.

Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Sustainability Reporting
2024-05-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the dynamic shifts in sustainability and climate reporting. As businesses and organizations adapt to an increasingly complex environmental landscape, understanding the evolving trends and best practices in reporting is crucial. Our webinar will delve into the latest developments, emerging frameworks, and practical strategies for effective sustainability and climate reporting. Dr. Matthew Gardner, Managing Partner, Sustainserv

2024 Spring Conference
2024-05-02 07:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Ave, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Join us for an event brimming with inspiration, innovation, and meaningful connections. Dive into engaging sessions featuring interactive exercises, lively discussions geared towards actionable insights, and networking with like-minded peers. Don’t miss our mid-day awards ceremony, recognizing excellence and innovation in our community. Plus, enjoy complimentary breakfast, lunch, and networking nibbles to fuel your day of learning and collaboration. We can’t wait to see you there!

Family Friendly Workplaces Policies and Impact
2024-04-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a presentation on the Child Care, Business, and Employer Partnership Project (CCBEP). This one-year research initiative is dedicated to advancing our understanding of the impact of child care access and family-friendly workplace policies on recruitment and retention of the global workforce. Through fostering meaningful cross-sector partnerships and implementing innovative initiatives, CCBEP aims to bring businesses into NH’s child care expansion efforts and to empower working parents and caregivers to enter or remain in the workforce, achieve economic stability, and contribute to the vibrant New Hampshire economy. In this presentation, we will review the project scope and emerging data, and share about forthcoming pilot projects.

Welcoming Workplaces - the Status of LGBTQ+ Legislation in NH
2024-03-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for an update on the current status of NH LGBTQ+ legislation and the impact it can have on our workplaces and communities. Led by Linds Jakows (they/them), Co-founder of 603 Equality and a representative of GLAD.

Fostering Workplace Culture in a Remote or Hybrid Environment Webinar
2024-03-19 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Online via Zoom
Learn the top trends of maintaining organizational culture in a remote environment. How are you staying connected? An Interactive session covering the 5 areas of deepening connection. This workshop will feature breakout sessions to learn from other industries and organizations.
Speaker:

Heather Ramsey, MA, PCC

2024 Sustainability Awards
2024-03-13 17:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Celebrate 24 years of impact at NHBSR’s annual NH Sustainability Awards, where we’ll be rolling out the green carpet and shining the spotlight on innovative business and community leaders. Join us to celebrate sustainability leadership and reconnecting!

Building Tomorrow's Workforce: Collaborative Strategies for Education and Career Pathways Design
2024-02-14 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Online via Zoom
Join us in this insightful webinar as we explore innovative approaches to educate the workforce and design effective career pathways. Discover the power of collaboration between businesses and schools, unlocking opportunities for professional growth and creating a roadmap for a skilled and future-ready workforce.
Speakers:

Michael Turmelle, Director of Education and Career Initiatives, NH Charitable Foundation
Anne Banks, Apprenticeship Programs Manager, Community College Systems of NH
JoAnna Luiso, Director of Career and Professional Development Center at SNHU

Navigating the Mental Health System Webinar
2024-02-08 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Online via Zoom
What is the difference between the various mental health care providers? How can you seek help? Experience both a provider and patient perspective. Discover new and innovative solutions to bypass the limitations of service provider availability and offer your employees access to mental health services.
Speakers:
Mathew Duncan, MD, a staff psychiatrist and Dartmouth Health assistant professor at the Geisel School of Medicine.
Debra LeClair, PsyD. Psychologist and Coach, Full Spectrum Wellness

Caregiver Friendly Workplaces Webinar
2024-01-25 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Online via Zoom
In collaboration with UNH Center on Aging and Community Living. This webinar will focus on providing tools and resources for establishing Caregiver Friendly Workplaces as well as outline the need and return on investment for businesses. It is estimated that one of every six employees provide some level of care for a family member or friend. With this a daily reality for so many, it is no surprise that about 80% of these caregivers admit that caregiving impacts workplace productivity. This webinar will focus on providing tools and resources for establishing caregiver friendly workplaces as a means of strengthening productivity and retention of employees and establishing supportive work environments. Presentations typically include audience engagement through sharing personal stories/experiences and examples/practices at organizations in which audience members are associated. Access to online toolkits will be shared.

DEI Workplace Innovation Challenge
2024-01-23 08:00 - 2024-03-20 17:00 (America/New_York) | Online via Zoom
In thriving workplaces and communities, everyone contributes. Understanding the circumstances and dynamics that create true diversity, equity and inclusion is crucial to developing workplaces and communities that excel and thrive.
This online learning experience offers an expanded focus from previous years, with an updated format and new resources. The 8-week program is designed to be more accessible – reducing the emails to two per week, including a summary email that allows participants to stay involved even when time is short.

Weekly email prompts
The DEI Workplace Innovation Challenge will offer one main email every Tuesday, followed by a shorter highlight/summary email on Fridays. Each email has a theme, with links to articles, videos, podcasts or other resources, while questions encourage both personal and team reflection.
Four online dialogues
In online meetings, participants can join facilitated dialogue sessions with other organizational leaders to reflect and consider how to take action and invest resources for change in the most effective ways.

8 Weeks of emails (January 23 – March 15, 2024)
Facilitated Online Dialogues (12:00 – 1:00 PM):

January 31st (Kick-off dialogue)
February 15th
March 6th
March 20th

Addressing Loneliness in the Workplace Webinar
2024-01-17 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Online via Zoom
New Surgeon General advisory raises alarm about the devastating impact of the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in the United States. The report sheds light on the alarming rise of loneliness among workers, emphasizing that fostering a sense of connection and belonging within the workplace is essential for both individual and organizational success. Learn more about this issue and steps to take to foster employee belonging and well-being.
Speaker: Jennice Chewlin, MPH, CHES® Founder and CEO, Chewlin Group

Igniting Joy in the Workplace Webinar
2024-01-11 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Online via Zoom
Steps for leaders to foster joy in work.
Are you ready to transform your workplace into a hub of joy and engagement? Join us for a dynamic workshop, “Igniting Joy at Work: A Workshop for Leaders”; where you’ll discover the secrets to cultivating a culture of happiness and boosting team morale. In today’s fast-paced and demanding business world, creating an environment where employees thrive is not just a dream – it’s a strategy for success.
Speaker:
Heather Gunnell, Founder and Principal, InLight Leadership Group
Previously, Director of Employee Wellbeing at Dartmouth Health
