UNH Extension Community & Economic Development

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference while working with communities in New Hampshire? Extension Community and Economic Development is seeking a Field Specialist in Merrimack County. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/eaZEEsgC

Check out these resources, assembled by the Louisiana Sea Grant, including fact sheets and videos, to help residents and communities understand available aid and how to access it after a disaster. https://lnkd.in/eAxsDHtJ

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Businesses are vital to communities, providing jobs, services, and growth. Since 2015, UNH Extension's Business Retention & Expansion program has supported communities as they engage local businesses. As we relaunch this program as the" Community Business Engagement (CBE) Program", join our October 17th online discussion on strategies to engage and support local businesses. Hear from Sean Clancy, Portsmouth Assistant City Manager, and Jennifer Beck, Chair of the Wilton Economic Development Team, as they share their experiences and insights! Register today at https://lnkd.in/eSN8UWTC #CommunityEngagement #BusinessGrowth #SupportLocal #BusinessRetention

Join UNH Extension’s guest speakers, Portsmouth’s Sean Clancy and Wilton’s Jennifer Beck, as they share insights and strategies into local business engagement and retention. Register for our webinar at https://lnkd.in/eSN8UWTC #CommunityEngagement #BusinessGrowth #SupportLocal #BusinessRetention

Join your housing colleagues on October 23rd at NH Housing's Housing & Economy 2024 Conference for an engaging program addressing New Hampshire's affordable housing and economic development needs, with a special focus on zoning. Explore how zoning policies impact housing availability and economic growth and discuss innovative solutions to overcome zoning challenges in New Hampshire. https://lnkd.in/ee4J5cKv #New Hampshire Housing #HousingCrisis #EconomicDevelopment #zoning

A business retention program is a key tool to supporting local economies by supporting job preservation and creation, economic stability, reducing costs related to business attraction and vacant commercial properties. These programs foster a strong business environment and entrepreneurial culture, making the community more attractive to both existing and new businesses. Hear from 2 previous UNH Extension Business Engagement program participants as they share their business engagement strategies, successes and challenges. https://lnkd.in/eSN8UWTC #CommunityEngagement #BusinessGrowth #SupportLocal #BusinessRetention

Business retention and expansion form the cornerstone of effective economic development. Investing time and resources in attracting new businesses is ineffective if existing businesses are lost due to neglect of their evolving needs or emerging challenges. Join us for our October 17th webinar, Business Engagement Strategies for Communities, to hear insights and strategies to engage and support local business. https://lnkd.in/eSN8UWTC #CommunityEngagement #BusinessGrowth #SupportLocal #BusinessRetention

Businesses are the heartbeat of our communities, driving jobs, services, and growth. Since 2015, UNH Extension's BR&E program has been dedicated to supporting local businesses. We're thrilled to announce the relaunch of our program as the “Community Business Engagement (CBE) Program”! Join us for an online discussion on strategies to engage and support local businesses. Hear from Sean Clancy, Portsmouth Assistant City Manager, and Jennifer Beck, Chair of the Wilton Economic Development Team, as they share their insights and experiences. https://lnkd.in/eSN8UWTC #CommunityEngagement #BusinessGrowth #SupportLocal

The first-ever Sullivan County Farm Day is on September 28, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM! Explore 11 local farms, enjoy product sampling, tours, hayrides, and more. Visit multiple farms for a chance to win a basket of local goodies! https://bit.ly/3XDPzF3 #SullivanCountyFarmDay #SupportLocal #Agritourism #4HClub #UNHExtension