Maryann Kristiansen

Founder and Executive Director of Hannah Grimes Center for Entrepreneurship

Gathering In the Commons: Hosting Authentic Experiences in Rural Communities

Mary Ann Kristiansen, MPA is the Founder and Executive Director of the Hannah Grimes Center for Entrepreneurship based in Keene, NH. The center grew from an idea demon that captured Maryann. The idea? To create a space that could harness the dynamic energies of rural entrepreneurs in a way that resonated with the region’s community and enabled their businesses to thrive. The center offers educational opportunities, physical space, connections, and shared experiences to grow and nurture regional entrepreneurs. Her background in administrative and marketing consulting for small to medium-sized businesses paved the way for this venture; her dedication to this focused goal has enabled the center to continue sustained growth and increase offerings to entrepreneurs since 2010.

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