Education Foundation

As the philanthropic foundation of the New Hampshire Lodging and Restaurant Association, we enhance the industry’s service to the public through education, promotion of career opportunities and community engagement.

Our goals for 2021 include:

Inspire the next generation of hospitality leaders.
Promote career pathways.
Provide scholarships to students pursuing a post secondary education in hospitality.
Develop the current generation of hospitality leaders.
Strengthen the relationships developed through the Sector Partnership Initiative.
Manage the newly formed New Hampshire Hospitality Employee Relief Fund.

NHLRA programs to support the Education Foundation include:

  • New Hampshire ProStart: ProStart® is a nationwide, two year program for high school students that develops the best and brightest talent into tomorrow’s industry leaders. From culinary techniques to management skills, ProStart’s industry-driven curriculum provides real-world educational opportunities and builds practical skills and a foundation that will last a lifetime.
  • New Hampshire Hospitality Month: Held annually in April, New Hampshire Hospitality Month showcases the industry to middle school and high school students through career chats, tours, and hands-on experiences at restaurants, hotels, golf courses, ski resorts, and more.
  • Make connections between education partners (apprenticeship, Career and Technical Education Centers, Extended Learning Opportunity Network, etc.) and industry
  • Scholarships
  • Explore NH Careers and Explore NH Careers YouTube Channel

2021 Board of Directors

Pamela Bissonnette, Vice Chair, Duprey Hospitality, Concord
Kelsey Hayes, Three Chimneys Inn, Durham
Tim Hogan, Melan Hotel Group, Bedford
Paul Kirschbaum, Gordon Food Service, Taunton, MA
Robert McCarthy, Chair, Melan Hotel Group, Bedford
Amie Pariseau, NHLRA, Concord
Gary Sheldon, Retired, Center Conway
Mike Somers, NHLRA, Concord
Rick Spalding, Heron Point Seafood, Newmarket
Vinnie Spiotti, Appalachian Mountain Club, Crawford Notch

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Our Sponsors and Supporters

Explore NH Careers
New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association
16 Centre Street
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: (603) 228-9585
info@nhlra.com