Workforce and Development
Education Foundation
About Us
Founded in 2010, the New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NHLRAEF) financially supports hospitality-related initiatives. From scholarships to conferences to state competitions, the Foundation supports the education of our current and future workforce by creating and financially contributing to educational opportunities.
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Our Vision: As the philanthropic foundation of the New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association, we enhance the industry’s service to the public through education, promotion of career opportunities, and community engagement.
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Our Mission: The New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association Education Foundation is committed to inspiring the next generation of hospitality leaders and developing our current generation through the promotion of career pathways, connecting students and industry, and providing scholarships to encourage students to pursue post-secondary education in the hospitality industry. The New Hampshire Hospitality Employee Relief Fund (NHHERF) supports employees of the hospitality industry who are impacted by unforeseen emergencies.
Education and Workforce Development Contact Info
Amie Pariseau
(603) 228-9585
apariseau@nhlra.com
Social Info and Website
NH ProStart: Student Spotlight
Our Programs
New Hampshire Hospitality Month​
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Tours and events in April to help students see first-hand the diverse array of
career opportunities
in the industry.
Scholarships and Emergency Relief
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Post-secondary scholarships for NH students and relief grants for hospitality employees in need.
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We offer a series
of professional development courses to help employees
build skills and
advance their careers.
Our Board of Directors
Dominic Berry, ProStart Alumni, Littleton Freehouse, Taproom and Eatery, Littleton
Garrik Berry, ProStart Alumni, The Waumbek, Jefferson
Pamela Bissonnette, Duprey Hospitality, Concord
Isabelle Downs, ProStart Alumni, Bario Tacos, Portsmouth
Willow Furey-Calder, Secretary/Treasurer, Rockywold Deephaven Camps, Holderness
Jennifer Haskins, Pinkerton Academy, Derry
Kelsey Hayes, Chair, Three Chimneys Inn, Durham
Robert McCarthy, Melan Hotel Group, Bedford
Amie Pariseau, NHLRAEF, Concord
Gary Sheldon, Retired, Center Conway
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Mike Somers, NHLRA, Concord
Sydney Sturdevant, Archer Development, Londonderry
Rick Spalding, Vice-Chair, Heron Point Seafood, Newmarket
William Walsh, Lakes Region Community College, Laconia
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