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UVBA UPDATES

UVBA Launches Community Foundation

The Upper Valley Business Alliance is pleased to announce the launch of our community foundation, the Upper Valley Business Alliance Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, tax ID# 87-3497466. The purpose of the foundation is to further educational, economic development and workforce development opportunities in the Upper Valley.

Why a foundation?

UVBA is a mission-driven organization dedicated to working on the issues facing our communities. However, our tax designation of a 501c6 nonprofit organization precludes us from applying for many grant opportunities as well as being able to provide a tax deduction for donations. We felt that having a 501c3 foundation would enable us to go after more opportunities and resources that would build our capacity in helping our communities.

What will the foundation focus on?

The UVBAF will look for opportunities to attract funding and resources for furthering community projects as well as UVBA’s program initiatives, including the MedTech Collaborative, the Upper Valley BIPOC Network, and the Upper Valley Arts Alliance as well as areas such as entrepreneurship and community development.

How will the foundation operate?

The UVBAF will have a separate board of directors from UVBA, although 1-2 of UVBA’s current board will also serve on the UVBAF.

We are very excited to launch this new organization and mission for serving our Upper Valley communities. Stay tuned for more information as we develop and grow. If you would like more information, please email Tracy Hutchins or call us at 603-448-1203.

NH Updates

Paid Family & Medical Leave - NH has partnered with MetLife to fully insure and administer this voluntary benefit. All employers and all workers will have the ability to choose or not to choose to obtain coverage. MetLife is conducting a 2^nd series of employer webinars on November 9^th &10^th to help employers understand this unique, first of its kind, voluntary benefit.

The December 1^st employer enrollment date is fast approaching as is the January 1^st individual enrollment date when all workers who are not provided employer sponsored coverage will be able to purchase coverage on their own.

Visit https://www.paidfamilymedicalleave.nh.gov

Restaurant Infrastructure Investment Program Re-Open See FAQ sheet here. If you are a restaurant and did not apply before, you are eligible.

It's Award Season! The Small Business Administration is accepting applications for their annual awards. Why apply? FREE publicity for your business is one good reason.

The SBA Award categories are: Small Business Exporter of the Year, Jeffrey Butland Family-Owned Small Business of the Year, Veteran Small Business Owner, Woman Small Business Owner, Microenterprise, Young Entrepreneur, Small Business Manufacturer, Homebased Business Owner, Financial Services Champion.

VT Updates

Guidelines for Community Recovery and Revitalization Program Announced -Informational Webinar Series to Begin November 9

Eligible applicants may apply for the following project types:

Development of affordable housing,
Improvements to or new construction of childcare facilities,
Projects for nonprofits and small businesses in impacted industries (Agriculture; Educational Services; Arts, Entertainment, & Recreation; and Accommodation & Food Services), and
Municipal water supply and wastewater projects.

ACCD is hosting a series of webinars for each eligible project type. Applicants are encouraged to attend live or watch the recordings prior to submitting their application. Recordings will be made available online.

Program Overview (Recommended for all applicants) - Wednesday, November 9, 2:30-3:30PM
Impacted Industry/Small Businesses in QCT - Wednesday, November 9, 4:00-5:00PM
Childcare Businesses - Thursday, November 10, 10:00-11:00AM
Affordable Housing - Thursday, November 10, 11:30AM-12:30PM
Municipal Applicants - Monday, November 14, 9:00-10:00AM

Full details of the program and webinar information can be found at the Community Recovery and Revitalization Program page.

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, Andrew Hatch from Resilient Buildings Group and Sam Evans Brown from Clean Energy NH.

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Many thanks to our sponsor

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 are available now.

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

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

Join the Discord

Thanks to sponsors

Winter Centennial Celebration, Dec 10, 10 am- 2pm at the Lebanon Middle School.

Families are invited to 'shop' for warm winter coats, socks and other items (donated at no charge) for children and enjoy fun activities, food and festivities.

Thanks to our sponsor

Join Our Mailing List to Learn About Upcoming Events!

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:

Day trip to NYC - December 10, 2022

This popular event is back after a 2 year hiastus! Visit NYC to see the holiday sights and be back in one day.

$90.00 pp

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Get Networking!

UVBA REFERRAL GROUP

Tuesday Nov 8 @ 12 PM

Networking is not always easy. Except when its in a fun supportive environment such as our UVBA Referral Group!

Join us to network with other UVBA members, exchange leads and make new connections. We meet at White River Subaru located at 429 Sykes Ave, WRJ.

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

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