| 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. Breakfast and Networking 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. Opening Remarks 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Keynote Speaker 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Break 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Panel Discussion: Preserving the Past. Creating Homes for the Future Historic buildings tell the story of our communities, and they can also play an important role in addressing today's housing needs. This session explores how adaptive reuse and historic preservation can breathe new life into schools, mills, and other landmark buildings while preserving the character that makes New Hampshire's communities unique. Discover the challenges and opportunities of converting historic structures, along with the tools, partnerships, and policies that help make these projects possible.
Panelists: Stewart Anderson, Partner, Alba Architects Preston Hunter, VP of Business Development, PROCON John Knight, Executive Director, Historic Harrisville Moderator: Nadine Miller, NH Division of Historical Resources
11:30 - 12:30 p.m. Panel Discussion: Building the Workforce That Builds Our Communities Meeting New Hampshire's housing needs requires more than materials and financing. It requires people. This session explores the growing demand for skilled trades professionals, the workforce challenges facing the construction industry, and innovative efforts to recruit, train, and retain the next generation of builders. Explore how expanding career pathways, increasing access to housing for the workforce, and embracing innovative construction methods can help build a stronger workforce and create the housing New Hampshire needs.
Panelists: Emily Benson, Employee Success Officer, Bensonwood Lucy Lange, Commissioner, NH Dept of Business and Economic Affairs Joshua Reap, President & CEO, Associated Builders and Conractors, NH/VT Chapter Steve Turner, Executive Director, Bring Back the Trades Moderator: Rich Lavers, Commissioner, NH Employment Security
12:30 p.m. Conclusion |
