City of Manchester, NH

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Inaugural Manchester Economic Forum! A special shoutout to The Rex Theatre and The Palace Theatres for being incredible hosts. It’s impossible not to feel inspired when surrounded by passionate and dedicated small business owners, property owners, community leaders, and residents who are all working hard to make a difference in our city.

The Manchester Economic Development Office extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended the inaugural Manchester Economic Forum on Wednesday, October 30th. More than 100 dedicated property owners, business owners, residents, and visitors gathered at The Rex Theatre to hear insights from some of Manchester’s top business minds and community leaders about the city’s evolving economy and future prospects. This forum’s success would not have been possible without the exceptional speakers and panelists. A special thank you to Katie Lovell, Warren O'Reilly and the Rex and Palace Theatres for hosting, Critical Mass Coffee and Proba Cafe (located inside the Bookery Manchester) for providing coffee, Mayor Jay Ruais, Michael Ketchen of Commonwealth Collective, LLC and the Standard Social Club, Amy M. Chhom of ROC USA, John Clayton for moderating the engaging panel discussion on The Resiliency & Reinvention Capital, Julie Lenzer from Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI) | BioFabUSA (ARMI), Jeffrey Belanger from the City of Manchester Planning and Community Development Office, and Eric LeClair of Jones Street Investment Partners Photo credit to Jeffrey Hastings

Join us for the inaugural Manchester Economic Forum, hosted by the Manchester Economic Development Office, this coming Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at Rex Theatre. Join key business leaders and community influencers as we dive into Manchester’s economic landscape and explore future opportunities. Today, we’re spotlighting the Key Note Speaker, Michael Ketchen who is the Founder and Real Estate Investor, Commonwealth Collective, LLC. Having served in leadership roles throughout his professional career, he brings strong management and networking skills to the company, thriving on meeting others within the industry and building new relationships. Michael prides himself on his problem-solving skills and resourceful attitude, which have greatly benefited the company. For the full list of speakers, agenda, and to reserve your spot, click the link below. https://lnkd.in/eTVkKu3S

Join us for the inaugural Manchester Economic Forum, hosted by the Manchester Economic Development Office, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at The Rex Theatre. Join key business leaders and community influencers as we dive into Manchester’s economic landscape and explore future opportunities. Today, we’re spotlighting Julie Lenzer who is the Chief Innovation Officer at the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI) | BioFabUSA. Prior to joining ARMI, Julie served as Chief Innovation Officer at the University of Maryland where she was responsible for the technology transfer office, Small Business Development Center, and was Founding Director of the Quantum Startup Foundry. She also served as Executive Director of the Maryland Center for Entrepreneurship, the co-chair of Startup Maryland and co-founder of the Path Forward Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, a nonprofit helping women launch tech-based businesses. Julie will serve as a panelist on Manchester, NH: The Resiliency & Reinvention Capital. Michael Ketchen Jodie Nazaka, AICP Jeffrey Belanger Amy M. Chhom Eric LeClair Jay Ruais For the full list of speakers, agenda, and to reserve your spot, click the link below. https://lnkd.in/eTVkKu3S

The Economic Development Office is excited to share more exciting news out of Manchester-Boston Regional Airport as Avelo Airlines launched exclusive nonstop service today between Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) and Central Florida’s Lakeland International Airport (LAL). https://lnkd.in/emHeVWGm

Join us for the inaugural Manchester Economic Forum, hosted by the Manchester Economic Development Office, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at The Rex Theatre. Join key business leaders and community influencers as we dive into Manchester’s economic landscape and explore future opportunities. Today, we’re spotlighting Julie Lenzer who is the Chief Innovation Officer at the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI) | BioFabUSA. Prior to joining ARMI, Julie served as Chief Innovation Officer at the University of Maryland where she was responsible for the technology transfer office, Small Business Development Center, and was Founding Director of the Quantum Startup Foundry. She also served as Executive Director of the Maryland Center for Entrepreneurship, the co-chair of Startup Maryland and co-founder of the Path Forward Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, a nonprofit helping women launch tech-based businesses. Julie will serve as a panelist on Manchester, NH: The Resiliency & Reinvention Capital. Michael Ketchen Jodie Nazaka, AICP Jeffrey Belanger Amy M. Chhom Eric LeClair Jay Ruais For the full list of speakers, agenda, and to reserve your spot, click the link below. https://lnkd.in/eTVkKu3S

You're invited to the inaugural Manchester Economic Forum, hosted by the Manchester Economic Development Office, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at The Rex Theatre. Join key business leaders and community influencers as we dive into Manchester’s economic landscape and explore future opportunities. Today, we’re spotlighting Amy M. Chhom, Vice President of Real Estate Operational Solutions at ROC USA, where she champions affordable housing. Amy is also the owner of The Chhom Group and serves as Chair of the Manchester Development Corporation. Her dedication has earned her numerous accolades, including the Union Leader’s “40 Under 40.” At the Forum, Amy will provide an update on the Manchester Development Corporation’s Strategic Plan and Loan Program. For the full list of speakers, agenda, and to reserve your spot, click the link below. Michael Ketchen Jodie Nazaka, AICP Jay Ruais Julie Lenzer Jeffrey Belanger Eric LeClair https://lnkd.in/eTVkKu3S

Join us for the inaugural Manchester Economic Forum, hosted by the Manchester Economic Development Office, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at The Rex Theatre. This event will include an update from Jodie Nazaka, AICP, Director of the Manchester Economic Development Office, highlighting the latest initiatives and a summary of the 2024 Economic Report for the City of Manchester. Amy M. Chhom from ROC USA will also provide insights into the Manchester Development Corporation's Strategic Plan and Loan Program. The forum will feature a dynamic panel discussion on Resiliency & Reinvention Capital, with speakers Julie Lenzer from ARMI, Jeffrey Belanger from the City of Manchester, and Eric LeClair from Jones Street Investment Partners. Plus, don’t miss our keynote speaker, Michael Ketchen from Commonwealth Collective. Reserve your spot today for this can't-miss event! https://lnkd.in/eTVkKu3S

Here's a great video that explains the Cemetery Brook Drain Tunnel Project that is ongoing here in Manchester, NH in detail. https://lnkd.in/eTEMUe8x

Attention Manchester, NH Small Businesses, don’t miss your chance! Submit your nomination for SBA district and national awards by December 5. https://lnkd.in/eMWmWATp