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UVBA UPDATES

NH Updates

Restaurant Infrastructure Investment Program Re-Opens TODAY - The State of NH is re-opening applications for the Local Restaurant Infrastructure Investment Program which provides awards to local restaurants seeking reimbursement for eligible equipment, infrastructure, and technology purchases up to an award cap of $15,000. The program is meant to reimburse restaurants for upgrades in technology or equipment to address staffing issues and covid mitigation measures. See FAQ sheet here. If you are a restaurant and did not apply before, you are eligible.

VT Updates

VEDA’s Short-Term Forgivable Loan Program (FLP): Priority Sector Deadline 11/1/22

This program provides financial assistance to businesses that continue to experience current and on-going economic harm due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Successful applicants can use loan proceeds to pay for eligible operating expenses, but not capital expenditures.

VEDA has extended FLP application deadline for priority sectors to Nov. 1, 2022. Priority sectors include:

Travel & Tourism
Restaurants and Eating Establishments
Lodging
Childcare
Agriculture
BIPOC owned businesses in all industry sectors

If your business is not in one of these priority sectors or is not BIPOC-owned, do not apply before November 1^st. However, it is recommended that you prepare your application ahead of time.

You can see full details of the Forgivable Loan Program here. If you have questions or require assistance with this program do not hesitate to contact VEDA.

HIRING J1 Students For Summer Work - What You Need to Know

Webinar, Monday, Nov 14, 9-10 AM

Upper Valley Business Alliance is working with Interexchange, a nonprofit organization that coordinates bringing foreign student workers to the US on J1 visas for temporary seasonal work. We are exploring the feasibility of bringing a group of foreign students to the Upper Valley to work in the summer of 2023 in restaurants, retail stores and hotels.

Forum: Rising Energy Costs & What Businesses Can Do

Why are electricity rates rising in New Hampshire? Rates for both residential and businesses have increased substantially. What can a business do to mitigate this sudden increase in operating costs?

Join the Upper Valley Business Alliance on Monday, November 28 for a forum with expert panelists Don Kreis, Consumer Advocate, NH Office of the Consumer Advocate and Andrew Hatch from Resilient Buildings Group.

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Pre-Order Holiday Wish Books for Your Employees

Give your employees a holiday gift that saves them $$$ (up to $700 in savings!) and helps local businesses too. This year's UVBA coupon book features deals from restaurants, retailers and services all throughout the UV. Special discounted pricing for bulk corporate orders. Books will be available Nov. 21.

MEMBER NEWS

Lady-Preneur Mastermeal - Thursday, Nov 7-9 PM, Elixir Restaurant - Private Room, White River Junction VT. Presented by Hutchens Media.

This is a small in-person problem solving & networking dinner for Women Entrepreneurs. We’ll discuss, in round table fashion, common, uncommon, and new issues related to being a woman entrepreneur today while enjoying a delicious 3-Course Gourmet meal. Networking before and after event. Limited to 10 people.

Helpful Workshops

Now accepting 2022-2023 applications for RISE: Core’s 10-week business program, powered by CO.STARTERS. RISE: Core offers a variety of FREE business support programs through The Space On Main. Have a business idea that you’ve always wanted to try? We’ll provide everything you need to figure out how to turn your idea into a reality. RISE: Core is offered both in-person (Bradford, VT) and remote via Zoom. Apply online here for one of the following cohorts:

Cohort 6: Jan 8, 2023 – Mar 12, 2023, Sundays 9:00 am - 12 pm

Has your company hired or relocated a young professional? Refer them to the UVYP to make connections, new friends and have fun.

An Evening of Stargazing

Friday, November 4, 8-10 pm

Dartmouth Public Observing — 15 Observatory Rd, Hanover, NH 03755 Get Directions

Group Hike @ Velvet Rocks

Saturday, November 5, 10 am - 12 pm

Meet @ Hanover Coop Parking Lot — 45 South Park Street Hanover, NH 03755 Get Directions

Advocating for Yourself: Finding the Confidence to Navigate Difficult Conversations

Thursday, November 17, 6:00 pm

Zoom - link will be provided to registrants before the event

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Member to Member Offers

Did you know that as a member of UVBA, you can post offers for fellow members? Log into your member account in our website to get started. Here are some recent offers:

Commercial Pricing From Batteries Plus Bulbs for You & Staff

$70 off Graphic Design Services with Fern Designs

Customized Appreciation Gifts from Strong Rabbit Designs

Staples Connect Program for Chambers

Have newly relocated employees who want to meet people, experience fun activities throughout the Upper Valley and feel more at home (i.e. worker retention)?

Upcoming: