#whynhbca with Gary Barr

Living well

"When I think about what makes a community special, it has a lot to do with the arts and culture in that community. I've realized, partly due to my involvement with the NHBCA, that the business community and the arts community are closely intertwined, and really need each other to be truly successful. Accordingly, the NHBCA plays an important role in its support, awareness, and engagement in the arts. The support provided by NH businesses in the arts is really an investment that produces both, economic and "quality of life", returns. Today more than ever, with so many events being postponed, cancelled, or modified, it is very clear that the arts are fundamental to New Hampshire’s travel and tourism industry which benefits residents and visitors alike. I think we can truly appreciate how the arts can play an important role in our overall well-being."

Gary J. Barr, Market President – New Hampshire, TD Bank

Photo: Gary around the corner from his Portsmouth office at The Music Hall.