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Episode 129 — Anthony Poore — NH Center for Justice & Equity

We have a fascinating discussion with Anthony Poore, president and CEO of the NH Center for Justice & Equity, about the center's efforts to create a more equitable state by addressing systemic racism.

Fore more information about the NH Center for Justice & Equity, click here.

Episode 128 - Tim Winkler - VIP Tires and Service

This week, we talk to Tim Winkler, president & CEO of VIP Tires & Service, about the Maine-based company's growth and its plans for NH. 

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Episode 127—Nicole Heller—NH Fiscal Policy Institute

This week we interview Nicole Heller, senior policy analyst with the NH Fiscal Policy Institute, about her recent report on the fragile economics of NH's child care sector and what is being done to strengthen it. 

For more information about the NH Fiscal Policy Institute, click here.

Episode 126 - Dan Yarrington - Tabletop Tycoon

We talk to Dan Yarrington about how he grew a side hustle selling Magic:  The Gathering cards as a teenager into Tabletop Tycoon, a successful board game company in NH that sells at Wal-Mart as well as international markets. And he talks about his latest venture that transformed former office space in a Manchester mill building into a huge arcade.

Fore more information about Tabletop Tycoon, click here. 

Episode 125 - Dr. Bethany Bilodeau - C.O.R.E. Methods

We talk with Dr. Bethany Bilodeau, CEO and founder of C.O.R.E. Methods in Gilford (Business NH Magazine's 2024 Business of the Year for Education) about devoting her career to helping children with behavioral issues succeed in school and what inspired her to start her company.

Fore more information about C.O.R.E. Methods, click here.  

Episode 124 - Michael Faber — Monadnock Food Co-op

We talk with Michael Faber, general manager of Monadnock Food Co-op, which was named Business NH Magazine's 2024 Business of the Year in the Retail/Wholesale category. 

For more about Monadnock Food Co-op, click here.

Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.

Episode 123 - Sandra Pelletier - Gateways Community Services

Join a fascinating conversation with Business NH Magazine's 2024 Nonprofit Leader of the Year, Sandra Pelletier, president and CEO of Gateways Community Services in Nashua. We talk to Sandra about her career, which has been dedicated to helping those with developmental disabilities live fulfilling lives.

Episode 122 - Marcus Weeks - Meredith Village Savings Bank

This week we speak with Business NH Magazine's 2024 Business Leader of the Year, Marcus Weeks, president of Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB). Find out how he went from a part-time teller as a teenager to running the bank. We also talk about his passion for the Lakes Region and giving back to the community he cherishes.

For more about Meredith Village Savings Bank, click here.

Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.

 

Episode 121 - Kirk Hoffman - Merchants Fleet

We talk with Kirk Hoffman, interim co-CEO of Merchants Fleet, about what lies ahead for this fast-growing company and his own leadership  journey. 

For more information about Merchants Fleet, click here. 

Sponsored by the Business of the Year Awards.

Episode 120 - Richard Sala - Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation

We interview Richard K. Sala, the new director of the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation, about the state's efforts to help people with disabilities find jobs and connect employers with workers.

For more information about the NH Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation, click here.

Sponsored by Business NH Magazine's 2024 Business of the Year Awards Luncheon.