Join fellow businesses from across the state to bridge the gap between regional workforce needs and the 2026 legislative landscape. Building on the momentum of our Regional Workforce Roundtables, this forum is our opportunity to validate key findings, solidify shared principles, and understand how policy priorities connect to the 2026 legislative session.

We’ll hear updates on legislation affecting our policy priority areas—Sustainability and Clean Energy, Welcoming Workplaces, and Critical Workforce Issues (Housing, Childcare, and Education)—and work collaboratively to develop NHBSR’s advocacy positions. Invited legislators will join for dialogue and relationship-building in an informal, business-focused setting.

Whether you participated in a regional roundtable or are joining the conversation for the first time, this event offers a chance to connect with fellow business leaders, understand the policy landscape, and contribute to our collective

Join us on for a conversation on February 17th among New Hampshire business leaders to provide insight and guidance on how to prepare for possible ICE deployments in your communities. This briefing is intended to provide clarity, answer practical questions, and ensure businesses are prepared to play a constructive role in keeping communities safe and resilient. As we have seen from other communities, a militarized presence harms local economies, eroding community trust, and raising grave concerns about democratic governance.

Speakers: ·

• Steven Dyme, Flowers for Change (Chicago)
• Jonathan Grode, Green & Spiegel LLP (Philadelphia)
• Anna Dorman, Protect Democracy
• Chris Purdy, Chamberlain Network
• Michael Smith, National Security Leaders for America
• Richard Eidlin, session moderator

Our discussion will cover:

• What business leaders can expect during a deployment.
• Know Your Rights – legal options businesses have for responding to ICE actions, including protecting your workforce and keeping operations going
• Messaging and communication recommendations
• Q&A

We know business leaders are often on the front lines of community response. An ICE deployment can affect employees, customers, and operations – from public perception and safety concerns to disruption of commerce and anxiety among staff and patrons. Business leaders may also face questions about their company’s responsibilities, how to communicate with their teams, and how to support their mayor and local officials during times of heightened tension.