NHBSR Committees are structured to expand the ability of the staff and Board to innovate and expand NHBSR’s reach while meeting organizational objectives and overall mission. Committees are a great way to support the organization with your time and energy and can also be a stepping stone for those interested in becoming a Board member.
Committees
Advocacy Groups
Advocacy Committee
To encourage our member businesses to expand internal CSR efforts by facing outward and engaging in community/state/federal issues and advocating for policies and programs that align with their missions and CSR objectives. The Advocacy Committee meets virtually on a quarterly basis to get updates on relevant legislation and to review the efforts of the Working Groups in addressing sustainability issues.
Climate and Energy Working Group
Advocacy ad-hoc committee.
This group works with collaborative partners to stay tuned into energy policy and legislation at the state level and with staff on climate programming. Currently meeting virtually on the third Thursday.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Working Group
Advocacy ad-hoc committee.
Develops ideas and partnerships for programming and initiatives to support workplace efforts to become more inclusive. Currently meeting virtually on the third Wednesday of each month.
Programming Groups
Programming Committee
To evaluate the members’ sustainability needs, recognizing current trends in order to develop relevant programming and/or cohorts to move sustainability forward
- Evaluate opportunities for new programs and events
- Adapt and respond to dynamic needs
- Assess effectiveness of current programs
- Develop and monitor programming to deepen engagement within member companies and community stakeholders
- Encouraging collaboration and partnerships
- Identify and secure funding to support new programming
The committee meets semi-annually. Committee members are asked to join one of the Ad hoc committees below.
Spring Conference Planning Committee
Programming ad-hoc committee
To develop a dynamic and engaging program to advance sustainable business in northern New England by connecting big thinkers and leading practitioners with attendees via an interactive format providing actionable ideas and resources. This committee meets from November through April with the first two planning meetings held virtually to develop theme and structure and remaining meetings held weekly or bi-weekly to review progress.
Measure What Matters Committee
Programming ad-hoc committee
To increase member engagement, build a mentor network among member companies, deepen the knowledge of what other best practice sustainability companies are doing, and inspire all New Hampshire companies to learn more about sustainable business practices. This committee meets monthly in the Fall through March and on an as-needed basis.
Sustainability Slam Committee
Programming ad-hoc committee
Help us plan and execute our most popular event! The Sustainability Slam Event Committee supports NHBSR’s Just One Thing storytelling campaign and the Sustainability Slam (held early in November). If you enjoy networking, storytelling and event planning, this is the group for you. This committee meets monthly in the Fall through March and on an as-needed basis.
Business Engagement Committee
To build a strong and engaged network of businesses interested in supporting a more sustainable NH business community. The committee will work to attract and retain members while developing awareness of the organization’s mission. The committee meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month; currently all meetings are virtual.
PR & Marketing Committee
To position NHBSR as the recognized resource for socially responsible business in the state, expanding brand recognition and encouraging the growth of sustainable operations. This committee meets quarterly on the first month of the quarter on the third Tuesday. All meetings are virtual.
Governance Committee
This committee is responsible for recruiting new Board members; developing a succession plan for current Board executives; evaluating both overall and individual Board performance, and monitoring the adherence of the Board to the NHBSR by-laws. The committee will consist of four Board members. The committee meets monthly on the fourth Wednesday.
Interest in joining a committee?
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