Stay work play is not only the slogan of a New Hampshire nonprofit organization. It is also it’s website, stayworkplay.org.  Will Stewart is the executive director, and explains that the group is encouraging people to come to New Hampshire to engage in diverse activities.   In his podcast, Roger Wood explores the organization’s  mission, and what it may mean to the population shift in the state. 

Will Stewart

Will Stewart was named the Executive Director of Stay Work Play in September 2017.

In this role he is responsible for the overall management of Stay Work Play and oversees the development, growth, and implementation of the organization’s mission, programs, and budget. He also serves as the organization’s key spokesperson and as an advocate for the attraction and retention of younger workers in New Hampshire.

Will brings significant experience in economic development, community relations, media relations, and government affairs. He most recently served as President of the Greater Derry Londonderry Chamber of Commerce. Other past roles he’s held include Vice President of Economic Development & Advocacy at the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce; Community Services Specialist for NeighborWorks Southern New Hampshire; and news reporter for HippoPress.

Actively involved in community efforts, Will serves as the Ward 2 Alderman on the City of Manchester Board of Mayor and Aldermen.

Roger Wood bio

Roger Wood is an award winning radio, newspaper and television journalist, with over 40 years of experience in the media.   Roger has spent his entire professional career in New Hampshire. Roger currently serves as associate publisher at InDepthNH.org.  He has produced news and special feature reports for InDepthNH, New Hampshire Public Radio, NPR, and other Public and commercial radio stations.  He also produced spot news for CBS Radio.