Chamber News

Each year, the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce partners with a dedicated committee of volunteers to select community-based educational programming that would benefit from additional financing through its Funds for Education program. This initiative has awarded over $170,000 to locally-based education programs that support practical skill-building and connect students to business leaders in the community, where they can learn about different industries and career opportunities […]

36 teams competed in the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s 37th Annual Funds for Education Golf Tournament on August 5, 2026 at Beaver Meadow Golf Course. Unexpectedly, five teams tied for first place based on strokes, finishing 13 under par with scores of 59. The winners were selected by a card off, which measured their performances on the most difficult holes. Read on for a full list of winners and an event recap.

The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s prestigious Leadership Greater Concord (LGC) program has selected 28 participants representing diverse industries for this year’s class. LGC is a highly competitive 10-month deep dive into the capital region’s public resources and governance. Please help us congratulate the local professionals that were selected for this year’s class: […]

Every year, the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce hosts its signature Pinnacle Awards Ceremony to uplift and celebrate exceptional businesses and individuals in the Greater Concord area. Read on to learn more about this year’s recipients!

Mayor Byron Champlin and City Manager Tom Aspell returned to present at the Chamber’s annual State of the City forum, sponsored by Bar Harbor Wealth Management and hosted by the DoubleTree by Hilton. Here, Champlin and Aspell offered a clear message: Concord is balancing growth and long-term planning, with housing, infrastructure, and economic development at the center of the conversation. In their joint presentation, they highlighted both the momentum from the successes of the past year and the major investments still ahead. […]

On Friday, March 27, 2026, employers and community leaders gathered at NHTI – Concord’s Community College for a timely and informative seminar focused on workforce resources across New Hampshire. The event brought together a strong network of partners and professionals, all with a shared goal: to better equip local businesses with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate today’s workforce challenges. Read on to explore more about this impactful event!

Leadership Greater Concord—the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s annual leadership program for area professionals—is accepting applications for the class of 2027. For over three decades, this initiative has introduced over 650 community members to the inner workings of the capital region. Each year, participants embark on a nine-month immersion into the inner workings of the greater Concord community. The LGC program includes hands-on and interactive session days that cover many aspects of our region’s public resources and governance, and each class connects with prominent business and civic leaders who are making decisions about Greater Concord’s future. Read on to learn more about the program and how to apply!