Business NH Magazine regulars Matt Mowry and Christine Carignan return to the studio for one of the most anticipated reveals of the year: the official 2026 Best Companies to Work For in New Hampshire.
While the complete rankings and full company profiles are available exclusively in the September print issue of Business NH Magazine, Matt and Christine sit down with host Jeff Chidester to share an insider’s look at what sets these stand-out employers apart.
Determining the “Best Business” List
The selection process is an extensive evaluation designed to highlight workplace culture, benefits, and employee engagement:
- Employer & Employee Surveys: Participating companies complete a comprehensive survey detailing their benefit programs and management practices, while employees complete an anonymous engagement survey administered by The Employee Engagement Group.
- HR Essay Review: Panelists of HR executives from across the state review and score essay submissions detailing company culture.
- Site Visits & Final Scoring: Top contenders receive virtual site visits, including CEO interviews and employee focus groups, to determine final scores and rankings.
Featured Companies on the List
A total of 22 businesses made the 2026 roster, alongside 10 inducted into the prestigious Hall of Fame. Some of the standout employers featured this year include:
- Rise Private Wealth Management (Bedford)
- Granite State Credit Union (Manchester)
- Ledyard Bank (West Lebanon)
- XMA Corporation (Manchester)
- HEB Engineers (North Conway)
- Sulloway & Hollis (Concord)
- Mainstay Technologies (Manchester)
- Hall of Fame Inductees: Bangor Savings Bank, Northeast Delta Dental, PROCON, and DEW Construction.
Listen to learn how these Granite State employers are successfully attracting top talent, building vibrant workplace cultures, and setting the standard for employee satisfaction.
