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Small Business Ecosystem
Understanding New Hampshire's Changing Demographics and Small Business Landscape
Understanding New Hampshire's Changing Demographics and Small Business Landscape

CDFA undertook a comprehensive assessment culminating in the NH Small Business Ecosystem Assessment report. The report sheds new light on the challenges and opportunities facing NH small businesses, particularly those from underserved and historically marginalized communities.

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NewsMelissa LathamApril 23, 2024CDFA, Invest, community connections
Launching a Small Business in New Hampshire: A Community-Centric Approach
Launching a Small Business in New Hampshire: A Community-Centric Approach

Starting a small business is an exciting venture that, when approached strategically, can not only be personally fulfilling but also contribute positively to your community. In this post, we'll explore how to work with your community to launch a small business in New Hampshire.

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NewsMelissa LathamDecember 6, 2023Community Navigator Program, New business, Help
What is New Hampshire's Community Navigator Program?
What is New Hampshire's Community Navigator Program?

New Hampshire businesses owned by women, socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and underserved entrepreneurs.

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ProgramsMelissa LathamNovember 30, 2023Invest, community connections, New business
How culturally competent outreach camakes a difference in the Granite State
How culturally competent outreach camakes a difference in the Granite State

Culturally competent outreach is a real buzz word today. It refers to the ability of organizations and individuals to effectively interact, communicate, and engage with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

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Partners, NewsJayme SimoesNovember 17, 2023culturally competent outreach, diverse, Small Business, New Hampshire, CDFA
How a DEI Statement on your Website is about caring
How a DEI Statement on your Website is about caring

In New Hampshire today DEI matters because it builds towards an environment where people from diverse backgrounds can thrive, collaborate, and contribute their unique strengths

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NewsMelissa LathamNovember 9, 2023In New Hampshire, DEI, INCLUSION, WELCOMING
Entrepreneurs are looking to shake things up in New Hampshire's culinary terrain
Entrepreneurs are looking to shake things up in New Hampshire's culinary terrain

Andrea O'Brien, business advisor and lead Inclusivity Commitment Advisor for New Hampshire's Small Business Development Center (SBDC), brings forward client experiences from the Community Navigator Program

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PartnersMelissa LathamNovember 7, 2023SBDC, Concord
BAPOC-NH partners up with the Community Navigator Pilot Program
BAPOC-NH partners up with the Community Navigator Pilot Program

Will Arvelo, Chair for the Business Alliance for People of Color (BAPOC-NH), talks about how the Community Navigator Pilot Program offered up some out-of-the-box thinking, sparking community connection

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PartnersMelissa LathamNovember 1, 2023community connections, BAPOC-NH, Business Alliance for People of Color, Will Arvelo
Smart ways to generate word of mouth for a New Hampshire start up businesses
Smart ways to generate word of mouth for a New Hampshire start up businesses

Culturally competent outreach is important because it acknowledges the diversity of our communities and recognizes that one size does not fit all when it comes to engagement and relationship-building.

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NewsMelissa LathamOctober 24, 2023relationship-building., Culturally competent, engagement, Small Business
Innovative Ways to Promote and Launch A New Small Business in New Hampshire
Innovative Ways to Promote and Launch A New Small Business in New Hampshire

Launching a new small business is an exciting endeavor, but it can be nerve wracking too. As New Hampshire becomes more diverse, community spirit can provide a perfect backdrop for entrepreneurial dreams

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ProgramsMelissa LathamOctober 11, 2023launching, Small Business, getting started, New Hampshire
Tips on starting a new business in New Hampshire 
Tips on starting a new business in New Hampshire 

Starting a new business in any community requires careful planning, dedication, and understanding of the local market. Here are some ideas to help in New Hampshire:

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NewsMelissa LathamOctober 3, 2023Loans, New business, getting started, Help
International Festivals in New Hampshire
International Festivals in New Hampshire

Within New Hampshire, a spirit of celebration permeates the air as the state embraces its burgeoning communities, hosting a plethora of international festivals that provide windows into diverse cultural heritages. These festivals offer splendid opportunities to learn about and celebrate the richness of these traditions.

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Melissa LathamSeptember 19, 2023International Festivals, New Hampshire, multi-cultural
Reaching out to Diverse Communities Across the Granite State with New Hampshire's Small Business Development Center
Reaching out to Diverse Communities Across the Granite State with New Hampshire's Small Business Development Center

The NH Community Navigator Program (CNP)  is one way that the New Hampshire Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has built momentum to reach out to diverse businesses and entrepreneurs in the Granite State.

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News, PartnersMelissa LathamSeptember 6, 2023SBDC, SBA, New Hampshire, Small Business, Loans
Center for Women and Enterprise, NH Women's Business Center partners with the Community Navigator Program
Center for Women and Enterprise, NH Women's Business Center partners with the Community Navigator Program

The New Hampshire Women's Business Center operates in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration. We offer consultations, workshops and networking opportunities to help you reach your entrepreneurial goals.


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NewsMelissa LathamAugust 22, 2023Center for Women and Enterprise, Loans, Small Business, Women
Q+A with Laurel Adams, REDC President, on the principles highlighted by the Community Navigator Program
Q+A with Laurel Adams, REDC President, on the principles highlighted by the Community Navigator Program

Laurel Adams has been President of the Regional Economic Development Center for 13 years, specializing in helping new and growing small businesses access capital through various sources.

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ProgramsMelissa LathamAugust 17, 2023Community Navigator Program, REDC, Laurel Adams, CDFA
A Q+A with Belknap EDC’s Community Navigator, Amanda Dudek
A Q+A with Belknap EDC’s Community Navigator, Amanda Dudek

The Community Navigator Program targets social and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs and historically vulnerable community members. We're trying to make sure that businesses and our community know that our services are available to everyone.

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ProgramsMelissa LathamAugust 9, 2023Lakes, Belknap, CDFA, Vets, Invest, Small Business
Across New Hampshire the Community Navigator Program Helps Reach More Small Businesses in our Communities:
Across New Hampshire the Community Navigator Program Helps Reach More Small Businesses in our Communities:

The program serves anyone looking to start or is currently running a for-profit enterprise and looking for additional resources or guidance.

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ProgramsMelissa LathamAugust 1, 2023Hannah Grimes Center, Grafton Regional Development, Coös Economic Development Corp., CDFA, Loans, New Hampshire
Enhancing Veterans' Business: The Power of the Community Navigator Program
Enhancing Veterans' Business: The Power of the Community Navigator Program

The New Hampshire Community Navigator Program has emerged as a vital resource that can serve veterans looking to start or currently running a small business. Veteran-owned small businesses are an important part of our local economies, driving innovation, creating jobs, and fostering community development.

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ProgramsMelissa LathamJuly 27, 2023Veterans, New Hampshire, entrepreneurs, CDFA, Loans, Small Business
Why Small Business Assistance Must Be Community-Centered
Why Small Business Assistance Must Be Community-Centered

Meet Kile Adumene, the woman who informed and guided New Hampshire’s small business assistance scene toward good, authentic, and effective community outreach.

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NewsMelissa LathamApril 4, 2023
Community Navigator Program Chosen as Editors’ Pick for 2023 Best of Business Awards
Community Navigator Program Chosen as Editors’ Pick for 2023 Best of Business Awards

New Hampshire’s Community Navigator Program is designed to reduce barriers that underrepresented and underserved entrepreneurs often face when trying to recover, grow, or start their businesses.

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NewsMelissa LathamMarch 10, 2023BOB, NHBR, underserved entrepreneurs, entrepreneurs, New Hampshire, reduce barriers
Program for small businesses assisted 255  entrepreneurs in its 1st year in New Hampshire
Program for small businesses assisted 255 entrepreneurs in its 1st year in New Hampshire

State program for small businesses assisted 255  entrepreneurs and helped to raise almost $2.5M in loans during its first year of activity

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NewsMelissa LathamFebruary 20, 2023entrepreneurs, CDFA, New Hampshire, Small Business, Loans, Community of Color
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