Greater Nashua Leadership Class

Introducing...

Nashua’s Emerging Leaders

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Tuesday, October 5th, 2010

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Introducing Greater Nashua’s Emerging Leaders ★ ★★ ★

Bill Schick

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Bill Schick is the Owner and Chief Creative at MESH Interactive in Nashua, New Hampshire.

Founded in 2006, Bill has grown the business from a sole-proprietorship consultancy to a full service agency with six staff and over 10 creative contractors. MESH provides clients with comprehensive marketing, creative and web-based business building solutions. Nearly doubling the business almost every year, Bill attributes his success to the company’s integrated, client-centric approach, and the wide variety and breadth of its clientele. While clients range across the globe, Nashua-area clients include Lawn Dawg, Persian Rug Galleries, and Melanson Heath & Company, PC.

Prior to starting MESH, Bill worked in creative roles for a variety of firms. From learning business management skills on the job while heading up a family-owned printing company in Boston, to driving marketing strategy as Creative Director for a major medical device company, Bill has experience in most aspects of marketing, creative and business development. Accomplishments include dramatically increasing sales, positioning companies for acquisition, and helping one company go public.

Bill believes strongly in supporting the community, and has contributed time, services and more to local organizations in an effort to strengthen local bonds. He is active within the Nashua, Manchester and Concord Chambers of Commerce, and has provided support to local non-profits including the YMCA of Greater Nashua, Humane Society for Greater Nashua, Child Advocacy Center of Hillsborough County, and Beyond Influence, a division of the United Way.

Bill has been featured as a panelist on New Hampshire’s Forum on the Future, has participated in NHBR’s round table on business climate, and been cited in Print CEO and Nonprofit Technology News among others.

Bill was born in Vermont, and moved to Boston, Massachusetts to attend Northeastern University. Ultimately Bill earned a Bachelor’s degree in Visual Communications. He lived and worked in the Greater Boston Area for nearly ten years, before moving to Nashua about five years ago. Bill currently lives in Merrimack, New Hampshire with his wife, son, and various cats, gophers and chipmunks. He enjoys playing guitar, traveling and hiking.

Top 3 Volunteer Activities: YMCA work, Nashua Chamber of Commerce, Nashua IUGO

Who do you most admire? My wife. She is a medical engineer and very analytical and no-nonsense—she compliments me well.

Please describe a current professional challenge: My firm, MESH Interactive is growing dramatically. My challenge is to help facilitate that growth organically, without letting my big head get in the way.

What was your last major achievement? Ah, there are just sooooo many. I would say staying in business during some major

financial upheavals. That’s really more a reflection on my team, tho.

Please name two admired peers: Michael Conway and Kelly Dinoff

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? The biggest problem we face in Nashua is the looming disconnect between various areas: between established business and new business; between historical approaches to growth and new approaches, between existing culture and imported; between employers and skilled workers.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Nashua has a number of public parks where I take my six-year-old son—these all vie for my favorite.

What are you currently reading? Emergency: This Book Will Save Your Life by Neil Strauss

How do you relax? I read to my son, play my guitar, go for a vigorous and much-needed workout at the Y.

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: Heh. Facebook. Google. And whatever client we’re launching that week.

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: Getting out—good food, drink, music, some sort of activity (billiards perhaps), and friends. No, I can’t count.

They come from different backgrounds, work in different careers, and pursue different interests. Yet, this group of 26 individuals represents the future of Greater Nashua, recognized by the Greater Nashua Chamber of Commerce as emerging leaders who will influence the direction of the Greater Nashua community in the years to come.

The 26 emerging leaders showcased in this special Telegraph edition are part of a unique leadership program facilitated by the Greater Nashua Chamber of Commerce, known as “Leadership Greater Nashua.”

These individuals were selected for the competitive program, based upon their achievements within their company or within the community, and upon written and oral interviews facilitated by leaders within the business community.

“The Leadership Greater Nashua program has continued to evolve over the past several years, and we were expecting to receive very competitive nominations as a result. However, we were surprised by the large number of nominations and the extremely high caliber of those who interviewed for the program,” said Chris Williams, President of the Chamber of Commerce. Deb Titus, Managing Director of Dale Carnegie-NH and the

chairman of the steering committee that facilitates the leadership program, agreed with Williams, saying, “this year’s class of participants is truly an outstanding bunch who we believe represents the best that our community has to offer.”

The 26 emerging leaders in this insert demonstrate a passion for the Greater Nashua community, and champion a wide variety of issues important to the region’s future.

Participants such as Linda LaFleur, the Program Coordinator for the city of Nashua, believe the Greater Nashua region needs to foster the continued development of a diversified, sustainable and vibrant economy. Others, such as Eric Jackson of The Stabile Companies, believe the future viability of the region will depend on addressing the vibrancy and accessibility into downtown through new road infrastructure and attractive, balanced and well planned development.

The personalities and backgrounds of these 26 emerging leaders are as disparate as their visions for the region. Ricky Lovering, General Manager of Lovering Volvo for 9 years, with both a family a family business rooted in this region has a long and in-depth understanding of Nashua issues that is far different from Angela Provencher, who serves as the Executive Assistant and HR Manager at The

Nashua Bank on Main Street in downtown Nashua.“I am tremendously excited about this crop of emerging

leaders, and the impact they will have on the Greater Nashua region,” said Beth Davis of Hamblett & Kerrigan, P.A., who serves as the Chair of the Chamber’s Board of Directors. “We expect great things from this group, and look forward to following their progress as they go through the program over the next nine months.”

In addition to the regular program, the 26 participants highlighted in this edition will develop a strategic plan focusing on local projects or initiatives they feel will improve the Greater Nashua region, and detailing how best to achieve those initiatives. These plans will be presented to the Chamber’s Board of Directors at the end of the program next June, which the Chamber can then choose to adopt and pursue.

Profiles of each emerging leader can be viewed in the following pages of this edition. Readers can learn more about this group, which companies they work for, and what their interests are.

Questions about the Leadership Greater Nashua program can be directed to the Chamber of Commerce at 603-881-8333.

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The Telegraph

The Telegraph and Cabinet Press

congratulate Ashley Smith on being

selected for Leadership Greater

Nashua.

Congratulations Ashley from your colleagues on the The Telegraph

and Cabinet Press Team!

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Ashley Smith

Ashley Smith is The Telegraph’s business editor. She is responsible for planning and coordinating

the paper’s local business coverage, and is also the paper’s lead business writer. Next month, Ashley will take on a second role as editor of The Lobby, a new subscription-based website focusing exclusively on New Hampshire business and politics. The site is being launched Oct. 18 in a partnership between The Telegraph and New Hampshire Business Review. Relying on the expertise of veteran reporters from both publications, the site will be edgy, predictive and a must-read for political junkies and the business community alike.

Ashley joined The Telegraph is 2004 as a reporting intern and never left. She held various reporting roles, including Amherst reporter, Hudson/Litchfield reporter, and business reporter, before being promoted to business editor in 2008. She is the recipient of several journalism industry awards for business coverage, most recently winning second place in the 2010 New England Associated Press News Executives Association contest in the “beat reporting” category. She and colleague David Brooks claimed first place for business reporting in the 2009 competition for coverage of the FairPoint transition. In addition to her current role, Ashley serves on the paper’s marketing committee and editorial board.

Ashley graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in English/Journalism. She grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana, and remains a loyal Colts fan, despite constant grief from native New Englanders. She lives in Portsmouth, where she enjoys running, reading, anything involving the beach and spending quality time with good friends.

Who do you most admire? Anyone willing to take big risks to accomplish their goals

Describe a current professional challenge: My biggest professional challenge right now is taking on an additional role as editor of the Lobby, a new business and politics website The Telegraph and New Hampshire Business Review are launching this fall. It’s a new business model for The Telegraph, and I’m invested in making it a success. This is also my first foray as lead editor of a publication or website.

What was your last major achievement? Winning an award for business reporting at the New England Associated Press News Executives Association annual dinner on September 10

Name two admired peers: David Brooks, for a rare combination of talents that makes him a math/science whiz and a great writer, and Kevin Landrigan, for a relentless work ethic and a reputation for being one of the state’s most trusted reporters

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In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? People from other parts of the state don’t view Nashua as a destination point. Manchester has the Verizon Center and Portsmouth draws tourists, but Nashua is often thought of as simply a place to go shopping. The city has a lot more than that to offer – it’s just a matter of getting the word out.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Downtown

What are you currently reading? Let the Great World Spin by Colum McCann

How do you relax? Running, reading or spending a day at the beach

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: The Nashua Telegraph, the New York Times and Google

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: Spending time with friends, learning new things, and trying to teach myself how to cook

Brian Lavoie is the founder of Lavoie Wealth Management in Nashua, NH. For the past

eight years, he has been advocating for and consulting with families, businesses, and nonprofits on their various financial needs, helping them to grow, protect, and distribute their wealth.

Brian holds a degree in Economics from Dartmouth College and a Master of Science in Finance. He is a Certified Financial Planner® practitioner and is Certified in LongTerm Care.

Brian serves as a Trustee for the Nashua Symphony, is the Treasurer of the Greater Nashua Medical Reserve Corps, is on the Steering Committee for IUGO (Nashua’s social organization for young professionals), interviews local high school seniors applying to Dartmouth College, and works with the Friends of Norris Cotton Cancer Center at Dartmouth Hitchcock.

In addition to helping his clients plan for the future, Brian has taught undergraduate and graduate level courses in the finance and business departments at Southern New Hampshire University and Daniel Webster College.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Dartmouth Alumni Interviewer, Nashua

Brian Lavoie

Symphony Board of Trustees, Friends of Norris Cotton Cancer Center at Dartmouth Hitchcock

Describe a current professional challenge: Helping people to not be too embarrassed by their financial situation to seek help.

What was your last major achievement? Increasing the size of my practice and the number of clients I work with during the

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economic recession.In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? Nashua needs

more social and career options directed at young professionals to keep them from leaving the state.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Cucina Toscana, great food, comfortable setting, welcoming and personable owner and staff

What are you currently reading? The Ascent of Money by Niall FergusonHow do you relax? Going to the gymName your Top 3 Frequented websites: Nytimes.com, Morningstar.com, Google Finance.comPlease tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: Going out to eat,

Volleyball and Kayaking

Cynthia Clarke lives in Nashua, NH with her husband, Peter and daughter, Ashley who is in her

sophomore year at Keene State College. Cindy has a real passion for teaching and has known this since she was in 5th grade. With that said, she has held many teaching positions over the years.

Cindy started her career in her hometown of Winchester, Massachusetts teaching students 16 to 21 yrs. old in a life skills program. She then moved to teaching Kindergarten and 1st grade. In trying to make ends meet, Cindy took a job with the U.S. Postal Service and worked as a letter carrier, clerk and eventually a supervisor overseeing the day to day operations germane to a medium sized postal facility. Once Cindy moved to Nashua she went from managing postal employees to managing restaurant employees at the former D.B.Cooper’s Restaurant in Nashua. Knowing that she couldn’t be away from her passion for long, Cindy joined the Rivier College Early Childhood Center in Nashua, NH. There she created her own developmentally appropriate curriculum for Kindergarten students including those with special needs. Cindy also supervised college practicum students at Rivier helping to guide them in the use of best practices in education. Five years later she joined St. Christopher School in Nashua, NH teaching preschool and then 5th grade.

Cindy began working for the Nashua School District in 2004 as an intensive special needs teacher. She was instrumental in developing a program for autistic students at Nashua High School North. Currently she is the Special Services Administrator for the Nashua School District and oversees all intensive special needs programs as well as the extended year summer program and anything else that comes her way. Cindy loves collaborating with her colleagues at the District office and serves on several committees that focus on student learning and excellence in teaching.

Cindy graduated from Lesley College in Cambridge, Massachusetts with a BS

Cynthia Clarke

in Elementary Education and Special Education. She recently completed her Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction at Lesley University. Currently Cindy is enrolled at New England College to pursue a Masters of Education in Leadership. She would like to be a principal some day.

Cindy has been a volunteer at Immaculate Conception Church, St. Christopher School, Bishop Guertin High School, the Nashua Soup Kitchen, and she was a member of Nashua’s Great American Downtown Winter Holiday Stroll committee for two years.

In her “spare” time Cindy likes to join in supporting breast cancer awareness by participating in programs like the Avon 3-day Breast Cancer walk where she walked 60 miles from Fitchburg to Boston, as well as participating in the annual Making Strides for Breast Cancer walk in Nashua. She is an 18 year cancer survivor. Cindy also enjoys spending lots of time with her family and friends.

Please list your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Who do you most admire? I admire my mother and father for believing in me and encouraging me to go above and beyond in everything I do.

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Donna Davis is employed as a Practice Manager in the Nashua division of the Dartmouth

Hitchcock Community Group practices, in the Hudson Family Practice satellite. She received her Certification in Medical Assisting from NH Poly-Technical Institute and began her career at Dartmouth Hitchcock in 1992 as a CMA. She has been the Manager at the Hudson site since 2005. Her daily operational duties, include both clinical and administrative quality improvement initiatives with a passion for excellence in customer service. Quality improvement focuses on primary care redesign, operational efficiencies and workflow analysis. Most recently her site has been chosen as a pilot site by the DHC Regional Planned Care committee for Medical Home Redesign. Donna also sits on various committees for the clinic which include the Nashua Medical Home Implementation team, Service Recovery Team and the Safety Committee. She also is involved with the Leadership Development Institute which has been ongoing over the past 4 years. These quarterly seminars, which were initially led by the Studer Group, focus on achieving excellence in healthcare by creating a better place for employees to work, providers to practice medicine and patients to receive care. Donna is also involved in a monthly Operational Leaders Training session that was instituted this year by Dartmouth Hitchcock’s Achieving Excellence director.

Her community involvement includes Nashua’s Day of Caring, Making Strides for Breast Cancer and volunteering at numerous Health Care Fairs. Her future aspiration is to become a child advocate with CASA.

Donna resides in Merrimack with her husband Peter. She has 3 grown children, all of whom live in the Nashua area and 2 grand children.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Day of Caring, Making Strides for Breast

Cancer Walks, and I plan on becoming a child advocate for CASA. (In the past, I seemed to find it hard to afford the time…but I am becoming increasingly more aware of my personal need and desire to become more active in volunteering)

Who do you most admire? My parentsPlease describe a current professional

challenge: I am currently involved in a pilot project for DHC that is challenging our practice to change the way primary care is practiced in a huge way. Our mission is to think outside the box in regards to how we manage our patient population with disregard to the current RVU method of compensation yet with attention still focused on quality of care, growth and

Donna Davis

utilization of healthcare dollars. As practice manager, my challenge is to engage my staff and providers in this endeavor. Change and challenges are not as fun for some people as they are for others of us. I must project a vision that is going to motivate and excite everyone on staff to the level that we need them engaged to move forward step by step in a team effort.

What was your last major achievement?I led a process improvement project

with our staff to increase our metrics in hypertension that shows how many of our patients had a blood pressure of less than 140/90. When we started the project, our numbers showed 72% of our patients had met that criteria. Our goal was to increase it to 75%. It’s been less than a year and we are now at 81%.

Please name two admired peers: Patricia Fajans, Patricia LaliberteIn one sentence, what do you believe to be

the biggest problem facing Nashua? Lack of job opportunities which would

be financially attractive enough to retain our college graduates.

For moreinformation about the

Greater Nashua Leadership Program,

please visit theNashua Chamber of

Commerce website at:www.nashuachamber.com/

leadership

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Who do you most admire? I admire my my mother and father for believing in me and encouraging me to go above and beyond in everything I do.

Describe a current professional challenge: My challenge on a daily basis is to provide the support needed to Intensive and Special Needs teachers, so that they may provide quality instruction to their students.

What was your last major achievement? The biggest was surviving cancer…..twice!! The most recent was completing my Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction at Lesley University while working and supporting a family.

Please name two admired peers: I admire many of my peers from teachers to administrators, but two that stand out in my mind are: Althea Sheaff, Assistant Superintendent, Nashua School District for the knowledge and expertise she brings to our district. David Ryan, Principal Nashua High School North for always being open to everyone’s thoughts and ideas, and having a great sense of humor while handling one of the biggest high schools in NH.

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? The biggest problem facing Nashua is the inability for families to make ends meet in these trying financial times.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? I love downtown Nashua! It reminds me of my hometown of Winchester, Massachusetts; interesting shops, fantastic restaurants, collaborative business community and great people.

What are you currently reading? I am currently reading “The Principal as Professional Learning Community Leader” from the Ontario Principal’s Council

How do you relax? Spending time with family and laughing with friendsName your Top 3 Frequented websites: www.nashua.edu, www.allthingsplc.info and www.ebay.

com Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: I enjoy visiting my daughter at

Keene State, decorating for the Holidays and going out with friends. Did I mention laughing??

Eric Jackson, born in Nashua and a long-time resident of Amherst, Mr. Jackson graduated from

Milford High School in 1991. He moved on to attended Northeastern University in Boston where he graduated summa cum laude with a major in small business management before earning his masters degree from MIT with a focus on real estate development.

While at Northeastern, Mr. Jackson assumed a leadership role both in the classroom and on the athletic field, captaining the men’s varsity soccer team for three years and taking the helm of the University’s Student Athlete Advisory Board. After graduating, Mr. Jackson joined the professional ranks as one of the first homegrown New Hampshire athletes to play for the Phantoms of New Hampshire professional soccer team, where he quickly earned his stripes as the team’s leading goal scorer in his rookie season. After three years and a lingering ankle injury, Mr. Jackson brought his competitive spirit from the athletic field to the business table. In 1998, Mr. Jackson joined Cushman & Wakefield’s New Hampshire commercial real estate brokerage team where he specialized in the sales and leasing of office and industrial properties across Southern New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts.

During his time with Cushman & Wakefield, Mr. Jackson participated in more than $300 million in transactions including the sales of various prominent commercial properties in Nashua including 100 Northwest Boulevard, One Indian Head Plaza, 410 & 472 Amherst Street, 6 & 15 Trafalgar Square and 22 Cotton Road, among others. Mr. Jackson is the recipient of Cushman & Wakefield’s Client Service Excellence Award for the New England region and is an active member of the New Hampshire Commercial Investment Board of Realtors. In June of 2010 Mr. Jackson joined The Stabile Companies as Director of Acquisitions & Development where he is now responsible for oversight of multi-family, single-family and commercial property acquisitions as well as the firm’s current development and commercial leasing activities. The Stabile Companies remain focused on providing high quality housing at affordable prices across Southern New Hampshire and Mr. Jackson is committed to bringing this vision into the next decade.

Outside the boardroom, Mr. Jackson is an avid musician and is the front-man for the popular New Hampshire-based rock quintet known as Best Not Broken. Voted one of New Hampshire’s best bands two years running, the band has grown from a local phenomenon to one with burgeoning

Eric Jackson

regional popularity – recently having performed with national chart-topping artists such as Jason Derulo and Matt Nathanson as well as classic rock icons Barry Goudreau and Sib Hashian, formerly of the band Boston.

Mr. Jackson has used his passion for music as a vehicle to give back to the community and has volunteered time as well as songs and performances to a host of local and national charities such as The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA), the Gold Star Mothers Memorial Association, Crossroads House, The Caregivers and others.

Please list your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Gold Star Mothers Volunteer, CCFA and Caregivers

Who do you most admire? My dad. He’s been a role model in many ways, but specifically he’s built a legacy of integrity, hard work and how to always wear a smile.

Describe a current professional challenge: Making an efficient transition from commercial real estate to multi and single-family development.

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? With a trend towards urbanization, even in smaller cities, the downtown area of Nashua needs more convenient and efficient automobile access from the F.E. Everett Turnpike in order to benefit from future growth opportunities – hopefully the Broad Street Parkway will provide such access.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Main Street at the Nashua River

How do you relax? Exercising or writing music

Tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: Performing with my band, outdoor activities like hiking and canoeing, and trying new restaurants

Heather Arvanitis

Heather Arvanitis is a resident of Hollis, NH. She recently transferred to the Rate and

Regulatory Services department as an Analyst. Heather came from the Property Tax department as a Staff Accountant in Manchester and serves on the NUEPAC-NH employee political action steering committee.

Heather has a Bachelor of Science from Franklin Pierce University and a Master of Business Administration from Southern NH University. She has recently graduated the NU Finance Academy, a program through the University of Connecticut and Northeast Utilities designed to focus on utility finance.

As an employee of PSNH and resident of Hollis, Heather Arvanitis has worked with multiple non-profit organizations including the United Way of Greater Nashua as a Loaned Executive, Hollis-Brookline Rotary and the Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce. In July of this year, Heather started a three year term as the Secretary of the Executive Board for the Chamber.

Please list your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce, Hollis/Brookline Rotary Club, United Way of Greater Nashua

Who do you most admire? My fatherDescribe a current professional challenge:

I accepted a new position within PSNH recently. The challenge for me is the learning curve.

What was your last major achievement? I graduated from the Northeast Utilities Finance Academy, a program in

conjunction with UConn that teaches utility finance in Hartford, CT. One of the challenges was traveling to CT every Tuesday for class.

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? The biggest problem I can identify is the younger population moving out of NH.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? I don’t have a favorite. I like to enjoy a mix.

How do you relax? YogaName your Top 3 Frequented websites:

CNN, MSNBC, AccuWeatherPlease tell us three things or activities

you enjoy for entertainment: Yoga; sitting in a restaurant listening to a great band; cooking

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Jaron Slattery

Jaron Slattery was born and raised in Hudson, NH and has always been a resident of the greater

Nashua community. He moved to Nashua, NH when he was sixteen and attended Bishop Guertin High School, where he graduated from in 1999. After graduating from Bishop Guertin he decided he wanted to travel a bit for school and get away from home. Jaron decided on the University of Georgia, in Athens, GA to study Landscape Architecture with a specialization in golf course design.

His scholastic accomplishments were very honorable; Jaron graduated in the top five in his class, was a seven semester Presidential Scholar, was a member of the Sigma Lambda Alpha honor society for Landscape Architecture, was a candidate for the International Mission on the Environment in Australia (2002), and won numerous design awards including the prestigious Georgia Master Gardener’s Award for his Hartwell Botanical Garden design. While at the University of Georgia Jaron also did as much as he could to get involved within the Athens community that had so openly welcomed him.

One of the very first people Jaron met at the University of Georgia was Clarke-

Congratulations Jaron!

You are a great representative for the construction industry, our organization and the community.

We are very proud of you!

All of us at Etchstone Properties, Inc. wish

you success in the“LEADERSHIP

GREATER NASHUA” program.

www.EtchstoneProperties.com

Central High School football coaching legend Billy Henderson. Billy helped Jaron situate himself in Athens and encouraged him to try and walk-on the football team and instilled in him the importance of working within the community. Jaron did both, making the Bulldogs expanded roster as a walk-on in 2001 and spending time with fellow peers as a staff advisory for the Athens Boys and Girls Club.

After five great years down south, and

a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree and invaluable experience to show for it, Jaron found himself set on returning to New England. In 2003 Jaron came back to New Hampshire after getting hired by Wogan and Sargent Inc., in collaboration with G.F. Sargent Construction. The two collectively were a design/ build golf course design company that was working on Montcalm Golf Club in Enfield, NH. Jaron was the primary CAD designer working under course architect George Sargent and was responsible for all of the grading plan digitizing and master plan layout and rendering. Along with the design work Jaron also got a great deal of exposure to the construction side, spending nearly half of his time working in the field. After two years of service with the two companies, Montcalm was complete.

After completion there was a one month layoff in December of 2004 before mobilization to the next course in Methuen, MA. During that month Jaron decided to accept a position at Etchstone Properties, Inc., a Nashua based real-estate Development Company founded by his father Kevin Slattery. He worked as a laborer in order to stay busy and engaged during the layoff and also continued to work with Sargent to catch up on past CAD work that needed updating. However, things began to progress well and when he got the call to go back with Wogan and Sargent, he decided to stay with Etchstone. Through time, his job description continued to change and he continued to express a keen attention to detail and a desire to advance and in August of 2008, Jaron was promoted to Project Manager.

As project manager, he is responsible for on-site performance of all residential construction projects of the company. His responsibilities include overall coordination and conflict management of land development, infrastructure, construction and customer satisfaction. Jaron is also a licensed construction supervisor in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Jaron says that working in a family business can definitely have its testing times, but also stated that he is much honored to be able to work for his father, someone that he greatly admires and respects. He recently got married in 2008 and he and his wife Inga, along with yellow lab Manny (yes, named after Manny Ramirez)have settled in Nashua, NH having recently bought a multi-family house in the city. Outside of a busy work schedule, Jaron enjoys playing golf and virtually all sports and traveling with his wife.

Jaron stated that he feels much honored to be selected for the LGN Program 2010 and he feels that the program will offer him and his classmates a wealth of invaluable knowledge, insight, and perspective. Jaron and his wife are glad to call the Greater Nashua area home.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Little League Coach, Boys and Girls Club Supervisor when I was at the University of Georgia, Peer advisor at UGA

Who do you most admire? My parents

Describe a current professional challenge: Maximizing growth during a suffering economy. This requires a constant focus on efficient and ethical business practices.

Name two admired peers: My wife and my brother

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? The finding and fostering of moral and ethical leaders; without such leadership the list of problems facing this area will continue to multiply.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Nashua Country Club

What are you currently reading? Beyond Belief: Finding the strength to comeback, the Josh Hamilton story.

How do you relax? Go to the driving range and hit balls

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: ESPN.com, yahoo.com, georgiadogs.com

Three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: golf, concerts, and traveling

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Joshua “Josh” Sullivan is the Assistant Branch Manager at the Coliseum Avenue branch of

Citizens Bank here in Nashua. Josh was born at Memorial Hospital – now Southern NH Medical Center – in Nashua on July 25, 1978. Growing up in Londonderry, NH with his parents, one brother and one sister, he came up through the Londonderry school system and graduated from Londonderry High School in 1997. After graduating, Josh was recruited to play baseball at New England College in Henniker, NH. Unfortunately, 3 semesters in and just shy of his sophomore baseball season, rising tuition costs proved to be unaffordable and he had no choice but to leave school and join the work force.

Following a 4 year stint with Airborne Express, where Josh worked his way up from route driver to shift supervisor, he joined on with the Oak Furniture Store, where he managed the Amherst St. location just over the Merrimack border. In 2005, after returning to school at SNHU in Hooksett, Josh was fortunate enough to join a great team and a great company at Citizens Bank on Main St. here in Nashua. He spent the next 4 years as a Banker, 3 of which as the Branch Business Banker. Then, in November of 2009, Josh was promoted to the Assistant Branch Manager position of our Coliseum Ave. branch – another great team here in Nashua - which is where you will find him today.

Since 2007, Josh has been a member of the Board of Directors for an incredible organization, the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter. In 2008, Josh joined the NSKS’s Run for Food and Shelter committee and in 2009 he became the Race Chairman. He has accepted the committee’s nomination to be the Chairman for the 2010 race as well.

Aside from serving on the board of the NSKS, Josh also volunteers along with his fellow Citizens Bank colleagues to serve dinner at the Soup Kitchen every couple of months. Josh is also a regular volunteer – and Citizens Bank co-captain – for the United Ways Day of Caring here in Nashua, and he is a member of the Citizens Bank Volunteer Council, which was the Q2 recipient of the Citizens Bank “Community Stars” award.

Josh has been married to his wife, Allison, since August of 2003. They own a home in Manchester, NH and have plans to start a family once they sell their house and purchase their next home, which they hope will be within the next few months.Please list your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Board of Directors at the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter, Co-Captain of

Joshua “Josh” Sullivan

Citizens Bank’s United Way Day of Caring team in Nashua, Member of Citizens Bank Volunteer Council (numerous volunteer opportunities, i.e. The Care Givers, Gayle Singer Blood Drive, NSKS Run for Food and Shelter, AHA Heartwalk)

Who do you most admire? My Wife. Her unparalleled work ethic and dedication to not only her career, but to her family and friends, is something I aspire to match someday. Her determination to be the best at anything she does and to surpass all expectations is what makes her the incredible person that she is. Thanks Angela.Describe a current professional challenge: Effective outbound calling and performance coaching of my branch team

What was your last major achievement? Besides being nominated and accepted to the LGN, my promotion to Assistant Branch Manager of our Nashua Coliseum Ave. branch in November of 2010. Does winning the AWSL Softball Championship in August count??

Name two admired peers: Lauren Boardman and Cindy Boyce

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? I believe that housing affordability and its threat to the diversity of the city is the biggest problem facing Nashua.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Greeley Park

What are you currently reading? The Given Day: A Novel by Dennis Lehane

How do you relax? Kayaking with my wife and friends; fishing; watching football (NFL not college)

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: Yahoo.com (email); NFL.com (Fantasy Football); ESPN.com (my other Fantasy Football)

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: Red Sox games, Bowling, Being with my friends and family

Judy Vincent is the director of the Workforce Housing Coalition for the Greater Nashua area at the

United Way of Greater Nashua. She has served in this position since July 2008. She is also a local Realtor, who along with two partners, has opened her own real estate firm - Reflections Realty Group in Nashua, NH. Previous to her career in real estate she was the Manager of a Recruiting firm in Massachusetts.

She is directly responsible for education and advocacy for eleven local municipalities.

Promoting a balanced housing supply within the local communities of Southern New Hampshire requires that she organize events and interact with many people within each community. She also serves as Board member and Assistant Sec./Treas. of the Nashua West Rotary. She has lived and worked in the Granite State for more than 30 years and she is still excited about the opportunities that are available in New Hampshire.

Judy holds a bachelor of science degree in psychology from University of Maine.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: BOD - Asst. Sec. Treas. Nashua Rotary West, Sunshine Club, Most of my volunteer activities revolve around special things we do as Rotarians.

Who do you most admire? My father who

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instilled in me a strong work ethic, a sense of independence and integrity.

Describe a current professional challenge: getting my 11 municipalities to understand how to comply with the Workforce Housing law.

What was your last major achievement? Opening my own Real Estate business

Please name two admired peers: Kristina Prior and Kathy DeMello

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? The lack of affordable housing.

Frank Lagana

Frank Lagana is president of Papergraphics Print & Copy, Inc. of Merrimack which

provides quality commercial printing to local businesses and organizations throughout southern NH. Lagana has been with the company since 1989, 21 of the firm’s 28 years in business. Papergraphics was originally a partnership founded by his former wife Linda Lagana and her mother as a quick print and copy shop. Papergraphics has grown significantly over the years by keeping up with, and investing in technology. “Everything happening in the world of technology directly affects the printing industry and it’s a challenging thrill ride” states Lagana.

In the year 2000 he led the family business into the commercial arena when it installed a million dollars worth of printing and bindery equipment, thereby elevating it from a duplicator shop to a commercial print provider. As the technology improved, it added high-end digital presses to complement the traditional offset presses. He praises his staff as the force for growth from a duplicator shop to a commercial print shop featuring digital printing, traditional offset, and graphic design and mailing services.

He began his career as a bagger and floor sweeper in the business at the age of

12. Originally known as The Meat Shoppe, the family grew the business from a famed local butcher shop to the full-service Lagana’s Supermarket in Merrimack where he was general manager. Moving from one family business to another, Lagana quips, “I went from making 3 cents on a can of 9-Lives to 3 cents on a photocopy; it’s all about customer service and hard work”. With broom in hand he began learning and developing the printing business.

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Linda LaFleur

Linda LaFleur holds the position of Program Coordinator for the City of Nashua in the Mayor’s Office

of Economic Development promoting business retention and expansion. Her work also focuses on revitalization efforts in Downtown Nashua. She is co-chair of the Greater Nashua Business Roundtable, a subcommittee of the Nashua Green Team.

Linda grew up in the foothills of Colorado and graduated from Colorado State University with a degree in Economics. After moving to New England Linda worked for the Council for Economic Action, Inc., an international economic development consulting firm headquartered in Boston, and held the positions of Research Analyst; Program Manager; and Vice President/Chief Administrative Officer. Linda was responsible for implementing programs designed to revitalize communities by promoting entrepreneurship among populations differentially impacted by unemployment. Linda thoroughly enjoyed traveling across the United States and in Europe studying the drivers that led to a community’s economic vitality.

Linda is looking forward to participating in the Leadership Greater Nashua Program as a means to both better understand the Greater Nashua area and as a professional development opportunity.

Linda is married to Mark LaFleur, a construction manager. They have two teenage sons, Derek and Adam, and live in Londonderry, NH. Linda and her family enjoy boating on Lake Winnipesauke, playing tennis, attending Portland Pirates hockey games, and spending time with their dog, Shelby.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Various volunteer activities at my children’s schools

Who do you most admire? My sister-in-

law, Cheryl LaFleur, recently confirmed as a FERC (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission) Commissioner.

Describe a current professional challenge: Downtown Nashua Revitalization

What was your last major achievement? After taking a career break to raise my children, I was able to re-enter the work force utilizing my experience doing what I love, economic development.

Name two admired peers: Tom Galligani, Economic Development Director, and Kathy Hersh, Community Development Director.

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? The biggest challenge facing Nashua is creating a sustainable and vibrant Downtown. It has been 30 years since resources have been focused on Downtown Nashua and it is showing signs of wear and tear.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Downtown Nashua

What are you currently reading? Bridge of Sighs by Richard Russo

Liz Baker

Liz Baker, a Nashua native, joined The Chamber as the Director of Programming in September of

2009. Prior to joining The Chamber, Liz worked in marketing and graphic design at Brighteyes Creative in Chichester, NH, a boutique marketing communications firm. While at Brigheyes, Liz fell in love with graphic design work while creating marketing materials for clients such as the Granite State Symphony Orchestra, and got her first taste of event planning when she worked with her boss to plan and execute the first official Oscar Night ® America party in the state at Red River Theatres in Concord, NH.

In her role at The Chamber, Liz is responsible for overseeing the planning of all events, including Business After Hours, The Annual Dinner, Comedy Night, The Breakfast Series and more. In addition, Liz serves on the iUGO Steering Committee, the Chamber’s Young Professional Network.

Liz graduated magna cum laude from Boston University’s School of Management where she concentrated in Marketing and took on an active role in planning the B-School Beanpot, a business case analysis competition between Boston Business Schools. While in college, Liz interned at Arnold Worldwide in Boston for the Citizens Bank team during their “Find Your Fit” campaign.

Liz is looking forward to starting the LGN program while learning more about the city she grew up in and making some new connections with community leaders.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Toys for Tots, iUGO Steering Committee, Anything for animals!

Who do you most admire? My mom, The Fabulous Karen Baker.

What was your last major achievement? Making it through three years of dating

a Marine long distance (and he’s finally home!). But in the professional world, being some what ahead of schedule for the 2010 Annual Dinner…let’s hope it continues!

Name two admired peers: Emerson of Emerson Made and Amber Chesbrough of Bolla Soaps

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? The biggest problem facing Nashua, for me, would be the lack of accessible and convenient public transportation throughout the entire city and in connection with surrounding cities and towns.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? On the deck at Peddlers…with a cold Magners

What are you currently reading? Eat, Pray, Love

How do you relax? I would love to say I do something like Yoga, but I really just watch TV.

Born is Lawrence MA and growing up in Merrimack since the age of 7 Lagana likes to believe he is a proud NH native. Graduating from Merrimack High he later studied business, accounting and marketing while attending evening courses at Rivier and Hesser colleges. He still resides in Merrimack with his son Stephen, a senior at Merrimack High School and his daughter, Christina, a third-year college student.

Operating a family business and raising two children with Linda has left little time for community involvement. He could always be found on the sports field or dance studio supporting activities and events his children were involved in. Now at 50, Lagana wants to focus some of his

time and talents towards the community. He enjoys all that New England has to offer including bicycling, kayaking, skiing and taking in the conservation areas in our locale.

Although he dislikes “politics” he did become active in the 2008 presidential primary supporting Ron Paul. It is at that time his eyes were opened and he became frustrated in the direction our country is heading. He has become intrigued with the resurgence of the US Constitution, and supports the principles set forth by our founding fathers. Given the chance, he will talk endlessly about wasteful government bureaucracy.

Who do you most admire? Mom and DadDescribe a current professional challenge:

Maintaining profitability, preserving employment, and continuing excellent customer relations during this economic downturn.

What was your last major achievement? Successfully steering through a big curve in the road of life. A personal challenge threatened my business and career, and I overcame it.

Name two admired peers: Joe Davis – Gerald Printing, Kevin & Rhonda Waxman – Waxman Family printing.

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? Our way of life here in the greater Nashua area, as well as other cities and towns across this country, is being hindered by a growing national government that has a trickle-

down effect: Jobs, education, healthcare, housing, infrastructure, take your pick - there is too little money or too many obstacles to move forward as we’ve done in the past.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Mine Falls Park

What are you currently reading? Personality Not Included, by Rohit Bhargava

How do you relax? Power walking, newspaper and a cold beer

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: Google, Dailypaul, therealnews

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: bicycling, kayaking, and skiing

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Loren Foxx

How does someone who was born and raised in sunny southern California find themselves living

in New Hampshire? Believe it or not, it was by design. At the time, Loren Foxx was working in minor league baseball, and he and his family were looking for their next landing spot. The overall quality of life brought them to the area, including the accessibility of many outdoor activities.

Loren Foxx joined full service marketing agency wedü in August 2009 as an Account Manager. A native of Newport Beach, California, Loren currently works with local and national clients to cultivate their ideas and transform them into reality, whether in print, online or in person. Loren enjoys working with his diverse group of clients, helping them build their businesses by sharing his varied set of experiences gained in prior careers. And there have been quite a few of those.

Immediately before becoming a member of the wedü team, Loren worked in minor league baseball for four teams across the country, developing headline-grabbing promotions and assisting clients with their marketing and advertising needs. His roles included stints as the Vice President of Marketing for the Fisher Cats, right here in

New Hampshire; the General Manager for the Inland Empire 66ers of the California League, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ single-A affiliate; the Director of Media Relations and broadcaster for the Kansas City T-Bones, where he helped the team gain local and national name recognition with such stunts as sending 94-year-old Negro Leagues legend “Buck” O’Neil to bat; and the Media Relations Manager

with the Hagerstown (MD) Suns, where he promoted such events as a funeral giveaway which was recognized by ESPN as the top minor league promotion of 2003.

Prior to entering the sports world, Loren was a top-producing primary care sales associate with pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly and Company, improving results in two southern California territories. Loren is also a licensed CPA, having earned that designation partially as a result of three years spent with the Orange County (CA) office of Deloitte and Touche as a member of their audit practice.

In his spare time, Loren is the color analyst for UNH football’s radio broadcasts; an active member of the Queen City Rotary Club in Manchester; a volunteer umpire for the Bedford Little League; and an avid runner who completed the 2010 Manchester City Marathon.

A 1996 graduate of the University of Southern California with degrees in Accounting and International Finance, Loren and his family currently reside in Bedford.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Bedford Little League Umpire; Queen City Rotary Road Rally chairman; Queen City Rotary comedy bowl

Who do you most admire? My wife Jennifer

Please describe a current professional challenge: Not enough time to get everything started, let alone finish it!

What was your last major achievement? Being selected as one of the radio voices of the University of New Hampshire football Wildcats

Please name two admired peers: Sean Owen, Todd Wheeler

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? Perception – the perception of Nashua is that it’s not a great place to live or raise a family, when we’re not too far removed from the award-winning Nashua.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Main Street

What are you currently reading? Catcher in the Rye, again

How do you relax? Running long distances

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: Facebook, Google, LA Times sports page

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: Working in the yard, spending time with my family and playing sports.

Matthew Russo, I am the Store Manager for TD Bank at Northwest Boulevard in

Nashua. TD Bank has recently sent Matthew to New Jersey to help with the implementation of new government regulations. Matthew is actively involved in the community as an Ambassador for the Nashua Chamber of Commerce and participates in young professional groups such as, iUGO in Nashua and HYPE in Salem. Recently, he has been involved with the Caregivers of Salem and the Nashua Boys and Girls Club. Matthew is also pursuing his Global MBA at Southern NH University.

Previously, he has served as a manager for many years in the restaurant industry. He is a 2007 graduate of Plymouth State University with a B.S. in Business Management and minor in Human Resources.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Ambassadors Committee, HYPE (Helping Young Professionals Excel) and Working with the Nashua Boys and Girls Club

Who do you most admire? My Dad, Joe Russo. He is a happy, positive and motivated individual. He has always told me that I could grow up to be whatever I dreamed of as long as I was the best at what I did… At the age of 10, banking was not in my future…

Please describe a current professional challenge: Being able to find and ignite

the passions of employees, to ultimately help them succeed personally and in their career.

What was your last major achievement?My most recent achievement was being

highlighted in the Nashua Chamber of Commerce September/ October News Letter: Spotlight. Also, being accepted into this leadership program is another achievement that should not be overlooked.

Name two admired peers: Carrie Poole

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Michelle DeVillers, born and raised in Manchester, NH and now working in Nashua

I haven’t strayed too far from my roots. My very first job began in the hospitality industry as a housekeeper at the Sheraton Wayfarer, Bedford, NH and from there I have moved throughout the industry. After receiving a Culinary and Hotel/ Restaurant Management Degree from New Hampshire College, I spent a couple of summers cooking in Nantucket at The Sconset Café. I have worked in venues in the area to include, CR Sparks / The Event Center, The Center of NH Holiday Inn and The Highlander Inn in a culinary capacity. I then decided that it was time to move onward and work in the ‘front of the house.’ For the last 10 years, these positions have included Banquet Manager at the Bedford Village Inn, a Four Diamond Property located in Bedford, New Hampshire and then moved on to my current place of employment The Crowne Plaza Hotel Nashua. I started at the Crowne Plaza in 2005 as the Assistant Banquet Manager and was promoted to my current position as the Crowne Meetings Director. In this position I am the liaison between the client and the various departments within our organization. As there are no two functions alike whether it is a corporate or social event, each day and every day is exciting, challenging and ultimately rewarding. I have had the

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pleasure of meeting and working with some very wonderful individuals in this industry. I reside in Manchester with my husband Dave of 9 years whom I met ‘in the business’ and we have a 6 1/2 year old daughter, Sarah, starting first grade this fall. I look forward to many years ahead in this exciting career and look forward to what the future holds.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Nashua Boys & Girls Club Manchester South Soccer


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and Arthur Klemm In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? I believe the biggest problem facing Nashua today is a positive place for our future

children to go. The Boys and Girls Club has unfortunately lost a lot funding and the YMCA is about to undergo a renovation of their own. I believe there needs to be more community support for places likes these in this desperate time for help.

How do you relax? I enjoy Boston sports games on TV, or a good movie Name your Top 3 Frequented websites:espnboston.com, cnn.com and unionleader.comTell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: Skiing in New Hampshire,

Mike Hakoun

Mike Hakoun, Store Manager for TD Bank at 300 Main St in Nashua NH. Resides in

Manchester, NH - Married 4 years ago with 2 daughters; 3 years old & 8 months old.

Mike is active in the community as a member of the Rotary Club of Nashua, Nashua’s Revolving Loan Fund Committee, working with Nashua’s Sculpture Symposium and with Gateways Community Services. Mike is serving on the Leadership Team with Life! Church in Hooksett NH since 2006. His hobbies are his 2 little girls. Graduated in 2003 from the State University of NY at Oneonta with a Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Business Economics and Minor in Marketing. Mike has 7 Years in the Finance industry working with Citibank

in NY and Boston and with Guardian Life Insurance in NY.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Coordinating Life! Groups at Life!

Church; Hooksett. Speaking at Life! Church’s Sunday Gatherings. Vision Facilitating with the Rotary Club of Nashua.

Who do you most admire? Rick WarrenPlease describe a current professional

challenge: Connecting with current and prospective customers to show them the solutions available and power behind having TD as their Bank of choice.

What was your last major achievement? To becoming a father for the 2nd time to Elli Joy Hakoun 1/8/10 and joining TD Bank 1/18/10.

Name two admired peers: Carrie Poole, Regional Market Manager of TD Bank

Richard (Ricky) Lovering III

Richard (Ricky) Lovering III is the General Manager at Lovering Volvo in Nashua.

Ricky graduated from Bryant Universityin 2000 with a double major in Business Management and Computer Information Systems. Ricky’s worked for a few large companies like APC, Fidelity and Teradyne before coming to work for the family business in 2001. Ricky grew up in the car business. He’s held nearly every position possible in the dealership, from washing cars, answering phones, working in the office and working the parts counter! Knowing the car business was “in his blood”, Ricky started full time as a sales person in 2001 and quickly embraced the emerging “internet department”. He’s since worked up the ladder in the dealership and is currently in charge of the day to day operations of the Nashua location.

Ricky started volunteering while attending Hollis High School. Ricky worked at the Nashua Soup Kitchen after school with a group of other students regularly. Since then, Ricky

has volunteered for such organizations as Habitat for Humanity, Big Brothers and the Hollis Seniors. The drive to give back to the community he’s come to know and love is a big factor in Ricky’s desire to participate in the LGN program. Ricky currently serves on the board

of the Lovering Family Foundation, which promotes teen driver safety at Saveateendriver.org.

Ricky lives in Hollis NH, the town he grew up in, with his wife Bethany Lovering and their daughters Eve Joy(2) and Rose Joy(4 weeks). They live in an old farmhouse built in 1766 with their dog, 2 cats, 9 chickens and numerous salt water fish. Ricky is an avid fan of long distance running and will be running the Hollis Applefest half marathon for the 2ndtime this year!

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: The Hollis Seniors, Big Brothers and

Habitat for HumanityWho do you most admire? My parents,

for raising a family, running a business and being involved in the community! Not sure how they did it, but they did a amazing job at all three!

Please describe a current professional challenge: Maintaining and growing a family business in current economic conditions. Doing more with less!

What was your last major achievement? Becoming a father for the 2nd time to

Rose Joy Lovering on August 19th 2010! Professionally, graduating the NADA Dealer Academy for Dealership General Management.

Please name two admired peers: You might think it’s a cheesy answer, but any active or previously active United States Military member. They keep us safe and fight for our freedom with very little recognition or gratitude.

What are you currently reading? 1984 by George Orwell

How do you relax? By playing with my almost 3 year old daughter Eve Joy Lovering! Kids keep things so simple it’s amazing and inspiring.

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites:

Facebook.com (isn’t that on everyone’s list now?)Mapmyrun.com, Msnbc.comPlease tell us three things or activities you

enjoy for entertainment: Long distance runningI’m still a sucker for a good board gamePlaying Poker

and Pastor Joe Cyr of Life! Church In one sentence, what do you believe to be

the biggest problem facing Nashua? I believe our greatest challenge facing the Greater Nashua region is coming from our NH State budget deficit which has a trickle down effect to Nashua and surrounding cities.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Bonhoeffer’s Cafe

What are you currently reading? Chazown by Craig Groeschel

How do you relax? Talk with my wifeName your Top 3 Frequented websites:

www.twitter.com, www.tdbank.com and www.biblegateway.com

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: Taking day trips with my family, going on walks with my girls, a great meal out

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Raymond Mc Dannell, born and raised in Ohio. Joined the United States Army serving as a

Military Policeman overseas in Germany for two years and completed my last year at Ft. Devens. The last year at Ft. Devens is what lead me to the Nashua Police Department. I have been with the Nashua Police Department for 21 ½ years. I am currently a Lieutenant in the Uniform Field Operations Bureau. I have lived in Nashua for 14 of my 21 years and my family and I currently reside in Concord, NH.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Nashua Big Brother Program Member of the Greater American Downtown Organization and PAL

Who do you most admire? The people most admired are the men and women returning from the war who have sustained injuries that will impact the rest of their lives. These men and women who sign up to defend our country at such a young age because of the pride and sense of obligation to our country is beyond commendable. To return not as they left and to face the challenges of overcoming injuries sustained from the havoc of war is something that we cannot relate to. These are the people I most admire.

Describe a current professional challenge: I would say that because NPD recruits at such a high level the challenge faced is keeping the personnel from being sought after by other agencies once their trained by us.

What was your last major achievement? Getting promoted to the rank of Lieutenant

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? The lack

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of entertainment venues to draw people in for the evening.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Well, I would say that it would be Mines Falls, it’s definitely a place to take advantage of when you live in Nashua

How do you relax? My relaxation usually is after I get home from work at 11:30 pm or so and raiding the fridge then sitting on the couch so I can catch up on some ESPN or a show I’ve DVR’d.

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: Fox Sports, Bean Group and GopherHaul.com

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment:

Golf The Driving RangeTaking care of my lawn

Ryan M. Williams is a member of the Corporate Department of the law firm Devine, Millimet

& Branch and concentrates his practice in the areas of public finance, non-profit corporations and associations, and commercial real estate. Prior to joining Devine Millimet, Ryan was a law clerk to Associate Justice James E. Duggan of the New Hampshire Supreme Court. Ryan’s previous experience also includes positions in the legal department of a large publicly-traded software corporation and as a judicial intern for the Honorable Paul J. Barbadoro of the United States District Court of New Hampshire. Ryan received his juris doctor from Northeastern University School of Law and his bachelor of arts in American History from the State University of New York at Albany. Admitted to practice law in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts, Ryan practices out of Devine Millimet’s Manchester, New Hampshire office.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: I am presently serving as a member of the Nashua Zoning Board of Adjustment and, through my law firm, am an active contributor to the United Way and various other civic and charitable organizations.

Who do you most admire? Given that I have a great deal of admiration and respect for a number of people, both living and deceased, it would be hard for me to pick any one person that I admire the most. However, one of my heroes is Justice Holmes, who had an almost preternatural ability to cut to the very heart of an issue with his pithy writing.

Describe a current professional challenge: Like most people, I am constantly struggling to find enough time in the day to get everything done at work while still affording enough time for personal matters.

What was your last major achievement? Apart from being honored as a participant in this year’s Leadership class, I also recently had an article that I wrote published in the New Hampshire Bar Journal.

Name two admired peers: I have a great

Ryan M. Williamsdeal of admiration and respect for all of my peers at my law firm.

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? One of the greatest issues facing Nashua is the retention of young professionals, which is really the product of several underlying issues, including the lack of affordable housing.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Given that my wife and I seem to end up there most nights on our walks, I would have to say Greeley Park.

What are you currently reading? In addition to a riveting tome entitled “The Fundamentals of Municipal Finance Law,” I am also currently enjoying the popular “The Girl Who . . .” series by the late Stieg Larsson.

How do you relax? By reading and working on my dilapidated, old Victorian house.

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: In no particular order, cnn.com, westlaw.com, and gizmodo.com.

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: Given that I spend the majority of my free time working on my house, I must really enjoy it. As a close second, I also enjoy spending time with family and watching football, particularly the Patriots.

How do you relax? I enjoy reading and walking my dog.

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites:www.nashuanh.govwww.vzw.comwww.bluefly.comTell us three things or activities you enjoy

for entertainment: Going out to dinner and seeing a show in Boston, Playing tennis and Traveling

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Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: Facebook.com (lame, I know), designspongeonline.com, and stumbleupon.com

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: Watching one of the “Real Housewives of…” (Embarrassing to admit, but it makes me feel wonderful about myself), cooking, doing something crafty

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Who do you most admire? I admire my parents most, Marc & Rachel Gagne, for their work ethic, love and encouragement.

Describe a current professional challenge: Meeting and exceeding both corporate and social customer expectations within the hospitality industry in a down economy.

What was your last major achievement? Earning my Certified Meetings Professional Designation - CMP (January 2007) Name two admired peers: Carol Mueller former Culinary professor/ mentor in college.

Karen CarlisleIn one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? Retention of young working professionals in the Nashua area.What is your favorite place in Nashua? Greeley ParkWhat are you currently reading?“Lessons from the Mouse” – Denis SnowHow do you relax? Driving to the beach or up north with my husband and daughter.Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: Wikipedia, google, Disney WorldPlease tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment:Socializing with friendsScrapbookingWatching Food Network

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Sharon Dalton is the Adult Education Counselor at the Adult Learning Center in Nashua.

In this role she supports students as they obtain their GED, acquire English skills or take computer classes. Her support involves exploring values, responsibilities, as well as academic, personal and career goals. Sharon also informs the students of any community resources available that will help them be successful in reaching those goals. Sharon also encourages the students that are able, to volunteer and integrate into our community.

Sharon received her Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services from Lesley College in Cambridge, MA and her MEd in Counseling from Rivier College in Nashua,NH. Sharon has been employed by the Adult Learning Center since August of 2000. She took a leave of absence in 2004-2005 to fulfill a lifelong desire to immerse herself in a different country, while contributing her skills within another culture. During this time, Sharon left the Adult Learning Center to serve with her husband Ed in the Peace Corps. Ed and Sharon lived and worked in a small village in Belize, Central America. They worked at the Maskall Village School where they developed literacy program, a school lunch program and established a library with books donated from people back home. This was a great learning experience that changed both their lives. It has also given her a first-hand understanding of other countries and cultures. She lived among them as part of their community. This experience continues at the Adult Learning Center, as she assists many people of these other countries and cultures.

Here in Nashua, Sharon has been involved in many community activities. She is an active member of the Granite State Organizing Project, on the advisory board for the International Institute, vice-chair of the Mayor’s Ethnic Awareness Task Force, a member on Nashua’s Hispanic Network and a member of the Gate City Immigrant and Refugee Integration Initiative. These connections to the Nashua Community have evolved into a Community Goal. The challenge that Sharon would like to see addressed, is how can we work together to create a Nashua that is even more welcoming for everyone, including the low income, undereducated, immigrants and refugees. Sharon hopes to be part of a team that will facilitate an even stronger connection to our citizens from all over the world, who now make Nashua their home.

Sharon lives in Windham, NH with her husband Ed. Together they have six grown children and six grandchildren. Sharon relaxes by reading, going for a long quiet drive and having absolutely NO agenda for the day. Sharon’s new favorite place to hang out in Nashua is Rotary Common with a

Sharon DaltonLabyrinth Walk, which is located right next to the Adult Learning Center.

This Leadership Greater Nashua Program will provide Sharon with a new perspective. After seeing Nashua through the eyes of the non-profit world, LGN will offer her the opportunity to gain significant insight into Nashua’s world of Business, Art, Culture and Government. This knowledge will be brought back to the Adult Learning Center and passed forward to all she meets.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: The Gate City Initiative, Hispanic Network & Granite State Organizing Project

Who do you most admire? Barack & Michelle Obama for presenting us with a new hope for the 21st century.

Please describe a current professional challenge: Gaining more insight into the business perspective.

What was your last major achievement? Serving in the Peace Corps in 2004 & 2005

Name two admired peers: Betsy Matthews and Mike Plourde for their relentless efforts to make a difference in the lives of Nashua children

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? The problem that I am most interested in tackling is creating an even more welcoming environment for all individuals and families in Nashua.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? My favorite place is Rotary Common and the new Labyrinth Walk. Hayward’s is my second favorite.

What are you currently reading? The Lost City of Z by David Gann

How do you relax? I relax by having a day with absolutely no goal or agenda. I also love to escape into books and play scrabble.

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: I am not very savvy in the world of computers.

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment:

I love the theater, playing with my grandchildren & dinner with a good movie.

Suzanne Beaubien is Vice President of the Contact Center at Bellwether Community Credit

Union. Her responsibilities include oversight of a team of Financial Services Consultants handling telephone, e-mail and other electronic communications with current and prospective members of the Credit Union, as well as management of all related sales programs, software administration and team reporting. Bellwether Community Credit Union is a New Hampshire-based not-for-profit financial institution, open to all who live or work in New Hampshire, with locations in both Manchester and Nashua. Suzanne has been with Bellwether since 2006, bringing more than 20 years of banking experience with her to this position.

Suzanne is a life-long resident of Hillsborough County, growing up in Milford, the eldest daughter of Harold and Katherine Beaubien. She began her banking career during high school working as a teller at the Milford Co-operative Bank, continuing through mergers with CFX, Bank of NH and TD Bank. She was the Branch Manager of the Amherst office for over eight years. Suzanne currently resides in Nashua, where she and her partner, Paul, enjoy entertaining friends and family in their lovingly restored bungalow home.

Suzanne studied at Bentley University where she received her B.S. in Business Communication before returning to Milford, where she became a fourth generation building owner on the Milford Oval. Suzanne credits her early involvement in volunteering to her banking career in her hometown - the impetus that led to a sincere appreciation for the value of community. Suzanne served on the Board of the Milford DO-IT (Downtown Ongoing Improvement Team), contributed to Milford’s designation as a NH Main Street Community, and co-chaired the Milford Pumpkin Festival for many years. Suzanne also served the Souhegan Nursing Association as a Board member contributing on the Finance and Fund Raising Committees.

Suzanne currently serves as a first-year Board member for the Nashua Pastoral Care Center and their Gourmet Festival committee. She also volunteers through the NH Credit Union’s financial literacy program with CU 4 Reality Fairs at various junior high schools and high schools throughout the State. CU 4 Reality Fairs represent the culmination of a career curriculum completed by the students, providing an opportunity to experience the related financial responsibilities they will have as they embark on adulthood.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Nashua Pastoral Care Center, CU 4 Reality

Suzanne Beaubien

Fairs, Junior AchievementWho do you most admire? My parents. Describe a current professional challenge:

Finding ways to provide personalized, superior member service through growing electronic delivery channels.

What was your last major achievement? Leadership Greater Nashua selection

Please name two admired peers: Business peers who’ve completed Leadership Greater Nashua

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua?

Providing jobs, housing and leisure activities that will continually attract young, talented workers and introduce them to all the City has to offer.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Main Street

What are you currently reading? Blink by Malcolm Gladwell

How do you relax? Scrapbooking and card-making

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: bccu.org; msn.com; splitcoaststampers.com

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: reading, shopping on Main Street, visiting Boston.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? The Symphony concerts

What are you currently reading? The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks

How do you relax? I read for fun (nothing heavy unless I need to do research for business).

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: Comcast, NNERENMLS, and e-bay

Tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: I love spending my free time with my two granddaughters

When I have the time – I enjoy walkingI enjoy having my family and friends over

for dinner to try out my cooking skills!

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Syndi Bautista, Inspector/Investigator for the Nashua Fire Rescue, Fire Marshal’s Office.

Inspector Bautista joined Nashua Fire Rescue July 2, 1999 and has served as a dispatcher, clerk/trainer, public education officer, and inspector/investigator.

Inspector Bautista is a 1999 Summa Cum Laude graduate of Franklin Pierce University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. A graduate of the National Fire Academy, she is also certified Firefighter 2, Fire Inspector 2, Fire Service Instructor, and Juvenile Firesetter Specialist 2. She has received certifications in Fire/Arson Investigation from the New York State Fire Academy, successfully completed investigation programs at New England Fire Cause and Origin Institute of Fire Science in Rochester NH and has taken several courses toward a degree in fire science at the Lakes Region Community College in Laconia.

In addition, Inspector Bautista is recognized as in expert in Spanish translation by the New Hampshire Court Circuit with a disputed case upheld at the Supreme Court level.

Through hard work and dedication, she has also been recognized for her outstanding service to the community and has earned an award for Loyalty from the members of VFW Post #483.

Inspector Bautista continues to develop skills and contribute knowledge so others may maintain a safer standard of living.

List your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Visit my un-officially adopted 100 year-old

Syndi Bautista

Pepere for lunch most days. In October of 2008 through my work

with the Fire Marshal’s Office I met Miss Minnie. She is turning 80 this month. We adopted each other after an unfortunate situation introduced us. I recently assisted her preparing her home to be placed on the market by helping her sort through 55 years of treasures, cleaning and painting. Using my vacation time this year, I drove her with her belongings to Nova Scotia where she now resides.

Christmas Baskets for the less fortunate.Who do you most admire? I admire

my Mother most. Fran Tassie Beach was raised in orphanages and foster homes in Southern New Hampshire. She received a lot of criticism for raising her children on Central Street in Nashua but lived within

her means. Not only did she struggle to provide name brands for her three birth children, but she treated her foster children equally and legally adopted a multiple handicapped son. She taught us to be loving, honest, hardworking, trustworthy and loyal individuals.

Describe a current professional challenge: Politics are a part of every day life. We have governmental politics and workplace politics: beliefs, principles, opinions and views. I never had any desire to learn about any of it while growing up. As an emerging leader, I have discovered that progress is knowledge and gaining a better understanding of politics is in my best interest.

What was your last major achievement? Aside from my ongoing education, my husband and I just completed the legal adoption of our 18 month-old daughter Abigail. It was a very challenging yet rewarding experience. We were blessed to have the full support of both our children Shailyn age 21 and Keddy age 17.

Please name two admired peers: My husband of 23 ½ years came to the United States in 1987 from the Dominican Republic. He overcame culture shock and language barriers, quickly learned English and obtained his United States Citizenship. Carlos is a dedicated, honest, trustworthy and hardworking family man just like my parents hoped for. His greatest asset is being supportive of my decisions.

I truly admire my big brother Bill Beach because he knows how to live within his means. The only thing he has ever used

credit for is a home mortgage. He owns two Harley Davidson motorcycles, a boat and two cars – all paid for by saving up until he and his wife could afford to pay cash. His belief is that if you can’t pay for it upfront, you can’t afford to have it. His motto “If it’s free, it’s for me”. (Free and Clear)

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? In my opinion, economic hardship is causing deterioration in housing and livelihood.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? The Main Street Bridge gives me the fondest memory of childhood. I recall looking toward that big white house by the water behind Clocktower Place thinking the President must live there and hoping that some day I could live there too. My friends and I would sit at the picnic table in their yard. I couldn’t tell you how many times I made believe that house was mine or that it would at least be someday.

What are you currently reading? There’s no crying in business by Roxanne Rivera

How do you relax? I love photography. Taking pictures and scrapbooking are very relaxing for me.

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: www.dillonedwin.memory-of.com, www.mapquest.com www.gonashua.comPlease tell us three things or activities you

enjoy for entertainment:Salsa dancingCamping with my three children and

husbandWatching my son play football

Tim McMahon Jr. is the Principal and Founder of MCM Social Media - a creative internet

marketing agency in Merrimack, NH focused on developing innovative social media marketing and branding strategies for small to large businesses across the country. Since 2008, Tim has spoken to over 1000 business owners, college and high school students and nonprofit executives about how to integrate tools like Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, YouTube and FourSquare into their marketing and branding strategy. As of today, his client list includes law firms, restaurant franchises, real estate agencies, hotels, insurance companies, construction firms, nonprofits and more. A passionate entrepreneur, Tim thoroughly enjoys working with business owners to better understand their needs and identify cost effective solutions to engage, support and interact with their customers.

Tim received his B.S. in Business Administration from the University of New Hampshire in 2003 where he

Tim McMahon, Jr

completed a successful wrestling career as team captain and 2X Wrestler of the Year. Upon graduation, he joined the AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps and spent ten months volunteering with nonprofit organizations throughout

the United States including the Salvation Army, Easter Seals and Louisiana State Parks. From 2004 – 2006, Tim taught high school special education for students with emotional and behavioral disabilities at Concord High School and Dorchester High School before moving into a corporate sales position with building material manufacturer, W.R. Grace in Chicago, IL.

Since moving back to his hometown of Merrimack in 2008 with his wife Jackie, Tim has both expanded his entrepreneurial efforts and become an active member of the community. In addition to his full-time role at MCM Social Media, he has worked to support his father’s small business coaching company, The BizCats while also co-designing an innovative youth leadership development program for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Nashua called M.I.T or Mentors-In-Training. In his spare time, Tim is the head wrestling coach at Merrimack High School, a board member for the Greater Nashua Mental Health Center, a steering committee member for iUGO (the Greater Nashua

Young Professionals organization), and a Rotarian for the Souhegan Valley Happy Hour Rotary Club.

Please list your Top 3 Volunteer Activities:1) Former Member of

AmeriCorps*NCCC – spent 10 months traveling throughout the United States volunteering with nonprofits including The Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity, Easter Seals and Louisiana State Parks.

2) Big Brother for 6 years through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Nashua

3) Current Board Member for the Greater Nashua Mental Health Center

Who do you most admire? My wife – she is an ICU Nurse at Children’s Hospital in Boston and everyday goes to work where she treats and comforts children who are the “sickest-of-the-sick”. Not only do I admire her for having perhaps the toughest job imaginable from a mental perspective, but for being able to come home each day and still be an absolutely incredible wife and friend.

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Please describe a current professional challenge: My biggest current challenge is wanting to help and advise every business-owner, nonprofit and company that needs it.

What was your last major achievement? Coaching Merrimack Wrestling’s first State Champion in almost 20 years this past season.

Please name two admired peers: Jed Anderson – Jed is a financial advisor with Weisman, Tessier, Lambert, and Halloran in Nashua and a very close friend since college. I admire Jed not only because he has built a successful business in an industry that very few survive, but because he has such a passion for helping his clients and making absolutely sure they understand what he’s doing and how to best proceed forward.

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? A lack of resources for entrepreneurs and start-ups to build their business and connect to funders.

What are you currently reading? Crush It by Gary Vaynerchuk. Incredible book on finding your passion and pursuing it with everything you have!

How do you relax? Going to the gymName your Top 3 Frequented websites: Facebook, ESPN, My own website/blog

Thomas (Tom) Blonski was named as the first president and chief executive officer of New

Hampshire Catholic Charities in March 2006. In this position, Tom leads one of the largest private non-profit social service agencies in the state that has a mission of serving the increasing needs of the poor and vulnerable of New Hampshire through expanded social service programs.

Prior to joining New Hampshire Catholic Charities, Tom Blonski served for twelve years as Executive Director of various nursing homes in Connecticut.

Tom is a certified youth minister and is active in his church community as a lector and Eucharistic minister. He is a graduate of Leadership New Hampshire, Leadership Manchester and Leadership Seacoast.

A graduate of Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut, Tom also holds an MBA with a specialization in healthcare from the University of Connecticut.

Tom currently lives in Brentwood, NH with his wife and three children. In addition to being an avid runner and kid’s soccer coach, he currently serves on the Manchester Mayor’s Task Force to End Homelessness; the NH Senate Committee on Human Trafficking (ended & legislation passed); the Greater Manchester Mental Health Center Board; and the Serenity Place Board of Trustees and the Manchester Rotary Board of Trustees.

Please list your Top 3 Volunteer Activities: Asst. soccer coach; board member (Serenity Place; Greater Manchester Mental Health Ctr; Manchester Rotary); serving meals at New Horizons shelter

Who do you most admire? God Please describe a current professional

Thomas (Tom) Blonski

challenge: Imparting simple christian messaging (via the work that our organization does) among secular publics.

What was your last major achievement? Having my son prayed over.

Please name two admired peers: Ron R; Russ O.

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua?

JobsWhat is your favorite place in Nashua?

Mine Falls ParkWhat are you currently reading? The Five

Dysfunctions of a TeamHow do you relax? Run; readName your Top 3 Frequented websites:

www.freerice.com; www.msn.com; www.ask.com

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment: paintball; skiing/hiking; listening to good music

882.2700 TheNashuaBank.com188 Main Street, Nashua, NH

Mon. - Fri. 9am-5pm Thu. until 7pm Sat. 9am-Noon

The Nashua Bank wishes to congratulateAngela Provencher,

Executive Assistant and Human Resource Managerfor her participation in the

Leadership Greater Nashua Program.

Angela Provencher

Angela Provencher was the second employee at The Nashua Bank having joined the Bank a year

in advance of its opening. She currently holds the title of Executive Assistant and Human Resources Manager at The Nashua Bank, Nashua’s only locally owned community bank. In addition to providing administrative support to the Board of Directors and President & CEO G. Frank Teas, Angela is responsible for overseeing the human resources function and managing the Bank’s shareholder relations. As a relatively young organization with few employees, she has been involved with many areas of the business. The Nashua Bank will be celebrating its third anniversary on October 1, 2010, and currently reports total assets in excess of $100 million and reached has profitability sooner than many of its national peers. The Nashua Bank specializes in banking solutions for small and medium sized businesses, consumers and professionals in the greater Nashua marketplace.

Prior to joining the The Nashua Bank, Angela served as Executive Assistant at Great American Downtown (GAD), downtown Nashua’s revitalization organization. During her four years of employment at GAD, she performed administrative tasks and worked with volunteer committees to organize high-profile community events, such as the Taste of Downtown and Winter Holiday Stroll. While employed with GAD, she also worked part time as Program Assistant at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Nashua, providing administrative support to the staff and Board of Directors. It was during her employment at both organizations that Angela discovered her appreciation for the greater Nashua community and her reason for application and participation in the Leadership Greater Nashua program.

Angela is a graduate of Merrimack High School and Keene State College where she earned her degree in Applied Computer Science. She is currently enrolled at Southern New Hampshire University working towards a Bachelors degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources

Management.Angela currently resides in Merrimack

with her husband Matt and their dog Jetta.Who do you most admire? My parents, for

their tremendous heart and strengthDescribe a current professional challenge:Finding the time for both personal and

professional developmentWhat was your last major achievement? The successful launch of The Nashua

Bank University, a unique educational symposium geared toward local business owners

Please name two admired peers: G. Frank Teas and Katharine Face of The Nashua Bank

In one sentence, what do you believe to be the biggest problem facing Nashua? The impact of the struggling economy on local small business owners, both downtown and throughout the greater Nashua area.

What is your favorite place in Nashua? Downtown

How do you relax? Spending time with family and friends

Name your Top 3 Frequented websites: NashuaTelegraph.com, WMUR.com, Google

Please tell us three things or activities you enjoy for entertainment:In addition to learning to play my new guitar, I enjoy watching movies and spending time with my family.

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Statement from Deb Titus, Managing Directorof Dale Carnegie – New Hampshire:

Looking forward to the LGN class of 2011, as with last year, we continue to enhance the program to ensure the desired outcomes for all. This year participants are ready to begin their monthly explorations of Leadership through three lenses:

Self - develop one’s individual leadership abilities.

Employer - develop one’s abilities to contribute even more to their sponsoring organization and employer.

Community - to develop an awareness and understanding of the Greater Nashua Area, and explore how these dynamics of the community resonate with each individual leader so that they achieve greater clarity in how they will contribute to the community by the end of the program.

We will continue to focus on the pathway of developing one’s leadership legacy. Participants have already immersed themselves in this conversation during the LGN Retreat, held September 16 and 17. They began to explore their evolving leadership brand and the ways they can develop the who they are in a way that can generate greater results for themselves, their employer and community.

Dale Carnegie - New Hampshire continues to proudly support the development of Nashua’s emerging leaders by supplementing the already dynamic LGN program with Dale Carnegie leadership development and communication training. This is a process and experience about which I am deeply committed.

We’ve made a few modifications over last year, as we did the year prior. We are going to roll out the sessions in a way that is more logical and hence, we have modified the community awareness sessions on the calendar to coincide.

We continue to commit to ensuring that the professional development component is linked and related to the community portion. The goal is to assist people in not only knowing about the community – it’s about

having the necessary skills to lead the way in the community.

Based on initial assessment and individual development goals, each participant will have a clear

connection with the content, the exercises, the application to their world of work as well as linking the learning to their leadership brand.

There will also be opportunity for participants, where applicable, to engage their mentors and managers in their development. This enables the training to make a favorable impact on those three areas noted earlier: Self, Employer and Community. As the trainer, I encourage participants and their managers to reach out to me anytime to further understanding of the content and learning that may be unique to their needs.

We already know that this group is ready to make some great things happen. They have gotten off to a great start by learning more about themselves as individuals and the potential of their class through

experiential team exercises. The Greater Nashua Area has a lot to look forward to!

I am honored to be working with such a talented group of people and look forward to every step of our journey together as leadership legacies are developed!

Deb possesses an acute intuitive people sense with an unwavering commitment to and outstanding track record in improving the performance of people and organizations across industries. She is sought out to deliver consulting and training that impact leadership, sales, service, communication, teamwork, process improvement and overall team member, individual contributors throughout organizations. She is driving to assist her clients in achieving and sustaining their respective competitive edge.

Deb was recently named one of New Hampshire’s Outstanding Business Women for 2010 by New Hampshire Business Review. She was also voted for Best of Business Awards in

the category of Career Coach, also through the New Hampshire Business Review. Her track record with Dale Carnegie consistently exceeds expectations of clients and she has earned recognition among her peers of 3,000 Dale Carnegie trainers world-wide and she’s right here in NH.

Deb makes time to contribute to community. She reaches out to unemployed groups, youth groups, and young professionals. She is a member of the board of directors for Manchester Community Music School and the Greater Nashua Chamber of Commerce as well as the Chamber’s Executive Committee Chair for Community Resources Development, including Leadership Greater Nashua. Deb is also an active volunteer at The Manchester Chamber.

Originally from New York, she has lived in NH since 1986 with her husband, Scott. They are proud parents to Geoff, 22 and Sarah, 20. After living in Derry for 21 years, Lagniappe Meadow is now home – their 1808 Auburn, NH farm which also hosts their German Shepherd and two horses.

Professional Time Line: 2010: Weekly Radio Talk show:

People Sense for Business on WSMN Radio, 1590 AM, Nashua’s News and Talk

2010: Finalist for Nashua Chamber of Commerce Small Business Eminence Honor

2010: Voted Best of Business in category of Coaching by NH Business Review’s Readership

2010: Recipient of NH’s Outstanding Women in Business by NH Business Review

2004 to Present: Authorized Dale Carnegie Consultant for NH. Recognized among the “Top 75 Results Achieving Trainers – Worldwide” Her team received top 3 worldwide for meeting client expectations.

1999 to Present: Co-founder/President of Human Capital Solutions, LLC – Markets and Delivers various Organization Development tools,

processes and services, including Dale Carnegie services in NH.

2003-2004: Guest on New Hampshire’s WMUR TV’s NH Business Perspectives.

2003-2004: Weekly Talk Radio Guest with “Mike and Moe in the Morning” –workplace issues and Leadership

2002 – 2003: Researched, developed and validated Intrapreneurial Competency Model

2000-2001: Co-founder/VP of Business Development of Human Capital e-Solutions, Inc. Web-based software for Competency Assessments and Performance Management.

1992-1999: Founder and President of Dynamic Training & Development

1998: Created on-line Results-Oriented Performance Planning and Management Toolkit

1995: Business Woman of The Year by the American Business Women’s Association

1995: Masters Degree in Organizational Development from Antioch New England Graduate School

1994: Created The Internal Service Initiative and Toolkit – customized and utilized by diverse clientele

1994: Career Counselor and Myers Briggs Type Indicator Practitioner from Type Resources.

1993: Certified Senior Trainer from American Society for Training & Development

1986: Trainer Excellence Award 1983 to 1991: Area Manager/

Trainer/Consultant Dale Carnegie Training (communication, sales, management, presentation, customer service, employee development)

1982 to 1983: Broadcast/DJ and Sales for Big Band Radio Station WWIW-am, New Orleans, LA

1982: Bachelor of Science in Broadcast Journalism and Marketing from Boston University

Deb TitusManaging DirectorDale Carnegie - New Hampshire

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