Amy is a comprehensive resource, applying her broad expertise and genuine interest in her clients’ vision to help them find solutions to their unique challenges at various stages of growth and help them build a healthy business with confidence.
Wherever you’re stuck, Amy is going to lean in. She is here to help you figure out the answers to every question, so you may confidently move forward in building the healthy business of YOUR dreams.
Prior to joining SBDC, Amy worked at the Carsey School of Public Policy at the University of New Hampshire and at Random House, Inc. in New York where she was a marketing manager for business, health, and history books, including 17 New York Times bestsellers.
Like you, Amy is also an entrepreneur. She owns a communications and marketing consulting firm and previously owned a home improvement network for NH contractors.
Amy has a genuine passion for helping others, which lends itself well in her role as business advisor for Seacoast businesses. Going beyond “What’s your business plan,” Amy wants to know what makes you tick. To Amy, advising is about supporting the life you want to create, and she is proud to watch her clients succeed, year after year.
Amy will get to know you, understand your vision, and apply her expertise in guiding you from nervous novice to confident entrepreneur.
Business Advising Expertise
Marketing / Communications
Entrepreneurship
Strategic Planning
Publishing
Retail
*With an MBA, ownership in her own business, and the pursuit of continuous professional development,
Amy provides you with valuable guidance, no matter your industry, or challenge.*
The Resume
MBA from University of New Hampshire
Owner of Sterndale Strategic
Past board member of the NH Women's Foundation and the Portsmouth Historical Society
Fun Fact
Amy used to run TEDx Portsmouth, the largest TEDx in New England. “Helping people tell the best version of their best story is just sheer joy.”
“Amy has consistently gone above and beyond to support me in developing and growing my business. She has been invested, motivating and supportive.”
- Allissa Younan, Holistic Abilities
“I benefit so much from Amy's help and guidance. I really don't know where I would be without it! I value her expertise more that I could ever say. It's that important.”
- Meghan Samson, MudCity Clay, Rochester, NH
“AMAZING!!!! She just gets me and is able to help me set appropriate goals and inspire me to take my next steps.”
– Lauren Varney, Stepping Stone Wellness, Brookfield, NH