Down To Business NH Business Review

This week's guest is Martha Madsen, project manager for NH Together, an organization that coordinates community conversations, constructive dialogue and action in order to strengthen voter confidence in elections, reduce polarization and improve political responsiveness. Learn more at https://newhampshiretogether.us

This week's episode features guest Joe Whitten, CEO and co-founder of Apparel Impact, a family- and veteran-owned textile recycling organization in Hooksett, that was recently named Veteran-Owned Business of the Year by the NH district of the US Small Business Administration.

The discussion touches upon Apparel Impact's mission to divert textile waste from landfills, how Joe's military background helped forge his entrepreneurial path, and the new "Team Impact" comic book that's helping the next generation better learn to recycle clothing.

Bob Bonfiglio, co-founder of Rise Private Wealth Management, an Ameriprise private wealth advisory practice in Bedford, shared insights into leadership development, succession planning and the importance of building a business with legacy in mind.

This week's guest is Bill Bonadio, CEO of Prototek, a full-service digital manufacturing company based in Contoocook.

Topics include Prototek's journey in NH, the skills gaps in the state's workforce, and how machining is advancing into a new era.

Learn more about Prototek at prototek.com.

This week's guest is Dan Hughes, Director of Technology and Engineering at World Academy, a private independent school for infants through 8th grade in Nashua, on STEM in early education, the importance of skill-building at a young age, and how hands-on learning comes with many benefits.

World Academy prepares students for success through innovative education, whole child focus and family engagement. World Academy prides itself on high-quality teaching with an emphasis on innovative learning opportunities using state-of-the-art technology. 

Logan Hughes, CEO of Hite Digital in Manchester, NH, shares insights into how he broke from the 9-5 mold and into the world of entrepreneurism, from work-life balance to challenges he faced along the way.