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Monday, June 10, 2024Academy Award-Winner and Local Arts Leaders to be Honored at Pell Awards
TRINITY REP NAMES HONOREES FOR 25TH PELL AWARDS Octavia Spencer to accept the Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts on June 10, 2024 Trinity Repertory Company announces the local and national honorees of the 2024 Pell Awards Gala. Academy Award-winning actress Octavia Spencer will receive the Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts. This year’s recipient of the Rhode Island Pell Award for Excellence in the Arts is painter Bob Dilworth. Brown University President Christina H.
Thursday, May 02, 2024Morris J.W. Gaebe Profile in Excellence Awards - Thursday, May 2nd
Join Junior Achievement of Rhode Island in honoring this year’s Morris J.W. Gaebe Profile in Excellence Award winners on May 2nd at the Crowne-Plaza in Warwick. Award recipients must have demonstrated courageous thinking and actions, vision and innovation, inspiring leadership, and community-mindedness. This year's honorees include Alison Bologna, the Governor’s Workforce Board, Steven H. Kitchin, and Richard V. Simone III. Junior Achievement will also be presenting the Educator of the Year to Ricardo
Saturday, April 27, 2024Cocktails & Kicks: A Night at the Carnival!
"COME ONE, COME ALL"Get Your Tickets For A Night To Remember! At the Providence Children's Museum, play, creativity, and exploration are what we do! Join us for a fun night of FOOD - COCKTAILS - ENTERTAINMENT - AUCTION & FUND-A-NEED as we recognize PCM and the beneficial role it plays in the lives of children and their families - CARNIVAL STYLE! *Cocktail attire and whatever foot covering you'd like, (even your favorite pair of sneakers!) For more information, please
Thursday, April 25, 2024Roger Williams University Annual Real Estate Symposium
The Cummings Institute for Real Estate at Roger Williams is pleased to announce its second annual symposium aimed at bringing together leaders in real estate and allied professions. The theme of this year’s program is “The Real Estate Industry in 2024—Challenges, Ramifications, and Strategies” and it will take place on April 25, 2024, from 11:30 to 5:00 pm at the District Hall in Providence. The day will begin with opening remarks by Congressman Gabe Amo (representing RI District 1) and keynote by Mr.
Thursday, April 25, 2024Register Now for NEMIC’s 2024 Spring Showcase: Startups and Scaleups!
Date: April 25thTime: 4:30 - 8:00 PMLocation: Venture Café ProvidenceGet ready to attend NEMIC’s first-ever public graduation ceremony. We'll honor the extraordinary participants of our Med Tech Leadership, Rhode Island Department of Labor & Training Accelerator, and #EMPOWER Accelerator Programs. Experience the culmination of innovation as participants present their devices and companies in two pitch events and informative tabling sessions. From groundbreaking MedTech startups to transformative Health
Tuesday, April 23, 2024SBA Disaster Loan Information & Application Workshop
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Thursday, April 18, 2024ASTRO's 10th Anniversary Virtual Fundraiser!
Help us celebrate by donating today! ASTRO just surpassed its 10th anniversary on April 14th, 2024! To celebrate, we will be holding a virtual fundraiser from now until June 30th, 2024! We aim to raise $10,000 by the end of June to support two vital areas of growth, starting with enhancing staff professional development through training. Additionally, we are planning to initiate data collection and management efforts to accurately assess our community impact and continue delivering
Thursday, April 18, 2024People's Credit Union Supports Narrow River Preservation Association
Commits to Protecting Local Estuary and its Watershed People's Credit Union recently donated $2,000 to the Narrow River Preservation Association (NRPA) in support of their vision for a thriving and resilient Narrow River (Pettaquamscutt Estuary) and its watershed. Head of People’s Credit Union, Sean Daly, and Head of Community Development, Courtney Hunter, presented a check to NRPA’s President, Veronica M. Berounksy, and Administrative Coordinator, Shirley Freitag. “Since 1970, the
Thursday, April 18, 2024JWU's 4th Annual FIT Symposium
Johnson & Wales University to Host Fourth Annual Food Innovation & Technology (FIT) Symposium on April 18 & 19, 2024 Food Innovators and Thought Leaders Will Convene at JWU to Address Food Sustainability; Chef Jacques Pépin ’10 Hon. and Farmer Lee Jones to Deliver Keynote AddressesJohnson & Wales University’s College of Food Innovation & Technology (CFIT) will convene food leaders and innovators from across the country on Thursday, April 18 and Friday, April 19, 2024 for the fourth-annual Food Innovation
Tuesday, April 16, 2024Cameron & Mittleman LLP Welcomes Judge Anthony A. Giannini, Jr. (Ret.) as Of Counsel
Cameron & Mittleman LLP, a Providence-based team of highly experienced attorneys with a broad base of business law and estate planning and administration backgrounds, is very pleased to announce that Judge Anthony A. Giannini, Jr. (Ret.) has joined the Firm as Of Counsel. A highly skilled and experienced attorney in the areas of administrative law, real estate development, and municipal law, Mr. Giannini served as a Providence Municipal Court Judge for 25 years. Judge Giannini, Jr. (Ret.) also serves as an
Thursday, April 11, 2024SEG’s Spring Programming Kicks Off with Orientation for 2024 Cohorts
52 entrepreneurs from across RI and Southeastern MA selected to take partSocial Enterprise Greenhouse (SEG) officially kicked off its 2024 programming last week, hosting an orientation for the 52 entrepreneurs selected for the spring cohorts. The latest round of offerings include the Impact Accelerator, Incubator, and Incubadora Programs. “Our spring cohort is off to an incredible start,” said Julie Owens, Chief Executive Officer of SEG. “I had the opportunity to meet these entrepreneurs and I was truly
Thursday, April 11, 2024Governor McKee, Secretary Tanner Announce Jim Bennett as President of Rhode Island Commerce Corporation
Governor Dan McKee and Rhode Island Commerce Secretary Liz Tanner today announced that Jim Bennett has been appointed to serve as the next president and chief operating officer of the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation. “Jim Bennett brings significant experience in both business development and government that will serve him well as head of the Commerce Corporation,” said Governor Dan McKee. “I look forward to having Jim join the team and use his decades of expertise to help lead the way in creating new
Thursday, April 11, 2024Roger Williams Park Zoo Events for an Unforgettable Spring & Summer
Experience a vibrant spring and summer season at Roger Williams Park Zoo, offering a diverse array of events and activities for all ages. In addition to our captivating Dragons & Mythical Creatures exhibit to our engaging interactive bird show, there's something here for everyone to enjoy! Food Truck Fridays Join us for the 10th season of Food Truck Friday at Carousel Village every Friday from April 19th – September 27th. Attendance is free, just pay for what you eat and drink from an ever-changing
Thursday, April 11, 2024W.E.B. Du Bois Lecture Set for April 11 at Rosecliff
Get the Measure of W. E. B. Du Bois at Preservation Society Lecture April 11 A series of lectures on the African-heritage experience during America’s Gilded Age will begin Thursday, April 11, at Rosecliff, one of the most iconic mansions of the period. Presented by The Preservation Society of Newport County and the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society, “The Measure of a Man: Double Consciousness and the Fashioning of W. E. B. Du Bois” will examine little-known aspects of one of the most influential
Tuesday, April 09, 2024Citizens Announces $177,000 in Financial Empowerment Grants to 10 Nonprofits in Rhode Island
Part of Broader $2.4M Citizens Helping Citizens Manage Money Program to Support Growing Need for Education and InvestmentIn recognition of Financial Literacy Month, Citizens today announced $177,000 in financial empowerment grants to support ten Rhode Island nonprofit organizations as part of the bank’s Citizens Helping Citizens Manage Money program. Through funding and volunteerism, Citizens will support local financial literacy partners that provide training to empower communities to achieve financial
Monday, April 08, 2024Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2024 Cohort
You built your business. We'll help you grow it. Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is an investment to help small businesses grow and create jobs by providing them with greater access to education, capital, and business support services. To date, over 450 in Rhode Island and more than 14,500 business owners have graduated from the program across all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico. Through the program, you will gain practical skills across topics such as financial statements
Monday, April 08, 2024Earth Day, Bowling, Food Trucks, Jazz.
However you want to work, we've got you covered!BOOK YOUR TOUR TODAY!APPLY TODAYNOMINATE A BUSINESS OWNERCome join us at Narragansett Brewery for an exciting event where you can discover the rising stars of tomorrow! Get ready to be inspired by talented individuals making waves in their industries. Don't miss out on this opportunity to network and connect with like-minded individuals. The event will be held at Tockwotton Street in Providence, RI, USA. See you there! CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT CLICK
Thursday, April 04, 2024Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation Donates $386,132 to 18 Organizations Throughout Rl and CT
The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation has awarded $386,132 in funding to 18 organizations throughout Rhode Island and Connecticut, as part of their Q1 2024 funding cycle. “As a community bank, we believe that supporting organizations isn’t just about giving; it’s about investing in the collective well-being and resilience of our communities,” said Harold M. Horvat, Centreville Bank President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board. “Every contribution has the power to spark positive change and we remain
Wednesday, April 03, 2024$4 million in Scholarships Available Through Rhode Island Foundation
At the time of year when colleges are sending out their financial aid packages, $4 million in scholarships is available through the Rhode Island Foundation. “This can help students and their families bridge gaps that might seem insurmountable,” said David N. Cicilline, the Foundation’s president and CEO. “These scholarships can make dreams come true for the students who get help and the donors who made it possible. The results of their generosity will be felt for years as these young people make their
Tuesday, April 02, 2024BETA Group Wins 2024 ACEC Silver Award
BETA Group, Inc. (BETA) is thrilled to announce that the Lexington Town Center Revitalization and Preservation project in Lexington, Massachusetts received a Silver Engineering Excellence award from ACEC-MA. This achievement is the culmination of over a decade of collaboration between Lexington and BETA, encompassing technical design, project management, extensive public outreach, and construction engineering services. The project aimed to improve public safety, accessibility, economic vitality, and
Tuesday, April 02, 2024People's Credit Union Donates $500 to Thrive Outside
Helps Give Local Youth Access to Nature Through Outdoor Learning People's Credit Union recently donated $500 to Thrive Outside to support their mission to give young people the opportunity to fall in love with nature and thrive through that experience. Head of People's Credit Union, Sean Daly, and Courtney Hunter, Head of Community Development, presented a check to Thrive Outside's Founding Director, Shannon Rozea, and Development Director, Sheila Dobbyn, to support Thrive Outside's upcoming Earth
Monday, April 01, 2024Drink and Draw, Black Film Festival, Mushroom Workshop Bloom Grants
However you want to work, we've got you covered!BOOK YOUR TOUR TODAY! Providence Geeks and the RI Computer Museum (RICM) welcome you to an evening that combines computer history with the very modern Raspberry Pi, all glued together by the ingenuity of Lars Brinkhoff and Oscar Vermeulen of the ITS Reconstruction Project. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION Tuesday, April 16 6 - 7 pm @ Community Libraries of Providence: Mount Pleasant LibrarySeed Starting with Rhody Grows Hope Rhody Grows Hope is
Friday, March 29, 2024Newport Mansions Offer Free Admission to Local Residents April 6-7
Residents of Newport County are invited to visit The Preservation Society of Newport County’s open houses and properties for free on Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7. This offer applies to residents of Jamestown, Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth, Tiverton and Little Compton. Free admission is also extended to personnel stationed at Naval Station Newport and their immediate family, as well as students of Salve Regina University. Proof of residence, or a Naval Station Newport or Salve Regina student
Thursday, March 28, 2024Ignite Your Future! Enter the Heavy Metal Summer Experience!
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Thursday, March 28, 2024BankRI Hires Kevin Chamberlain as Senior Vice President, Commercial Lender
With 30 years of banking experience, longtime professional focuses on helping businesses grow Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) has bolstered its Commercial Banking Group, hiring longtime financial professional Kevin Chamberlain to the position of Senior Vice President, Commercial Lender. Chamberlain joined the Bank’s team in mid-March and works out of its Turks Head office in downtown Providence. In his role, Kevin manages an existing portfolio of clients and focuses on developing new commercial
Thursday, March 28, 2024Rhode Island Business Competition’s ''Find Those Funds'' Workshop
The Rhode Island Business Competition's "Find Those Funds" workshop will be held on Thursday, March 28th, at 5:30 PM at Venture Café in Providence. The panelists include Joanne Chang, Managing Director at DKJC Ventures, Bob Chatham, Director at Slater Technology Fund, and Christina Quinn, General Partner at SSC Venture Partners. The panelists will discuss various strategies for finding funding for a business or project. From Traditional funding sources like loans and venture capital, to crowdfunding and
Wednesday, March 27, 2024Citizens Announces $2.4M in Financial Empowerment Grants to Support 137 Nonprofits
Funding supports growing need for education and investment as highlighted in new Junior Achievement/Citizens teen financial health survey Citizens has announced $2.4 million in financial empowerment grants to support 137 nonprofit organizations, including $415,000 to Junior Achievement as part of the bank’s Citizens Helping Citizens Manage Money program. The bank also announced the results of a teen financial wellness survey, published in partnership with Junior Achievement, that demonstrates the need
Wednesday, March 27, 2024Governor McKee Hosts Topping Off Ceremony for 150 Richmond
Major Milestone in the Development of State Health Labs, Life Science Facilities Governor Dan McKee was joined today by numerous dignitaries in the I-195 District for a topping off and beam signing ceremony at 150 Richmond—a 7-story, 212,000-square-foot building to be anchored by PVD Labs and the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) State Health Laboratories. “Today’s milestone celebrates the power of collaboration and marks an important step forward for Rhode Island’s life science
Wednesday, March 27, 2024Afghan Women’s Rights Leader, Shabana Basij-Rasikh, to Deliver Roger Williams University Commencement Address
May 17 ceremony to celebrate leaders in education, environmental justice, and the law Roger Williams University announces that Shabana Basij-Rasikh, a changemaker and founder of the School of Leadership Afghanistan (SOLA), the first and only remaining boarding school dedicated to educating Afghan girls in the world, will deliver the keynote speech and receive an honorary degree at the RWU Commencement ceremony on Friday, May 17. This year's RWU Commencement exercises will celebrate leaders across
Tuesday, March 26, 2024Trinity Rep's Artistic Director Named in Recognition of Generous Gift
Artistic director position named after Laura H. Harris Trinity Rep announces it received a generous multi-year donation from Trustee Laura H. Harris to support the organization’s dedication to company, community, education, and anti-racism. In celebration of this commitment, Trinity Rep’s artistic director position, held by Curt Columbus, will be named “The Laura H. Harris Artistic Director” through December 2026. “Laura Harris is a great woman of the theater who loves great, live storytelling,” The
Monday, March 25, 2024Uncorked, Theatre, Blooms, and Poets - lots happening this week!
However you want to work, we've got you covered!BOOK YOUR TOUR TODAY! The theme for this year’s Uncorked! draws inspiration from Pop Art and centers around the Rhode Island PBS original series, ART inc. Attendees and the community will have the opportunity to explore the curated work of artists profiled in the series, displayed at the WaterFire Arts Center gallery from April 4 through April 28. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS Powered by United Way of Rhode Island, 401Gives brings people together to make a
Friday, March 22, 2024RWU Law Launches Institute for Race and the Law, Celebrates Champions for Justice
Roger Williams University School of Law Launches Institute for Race and the Law and Celebrates Champions for Justice The March 21 event honored champions in Rhode Island’s legal system and business community, while introducing the law school’s new institute focused on legal education, research and legal services advancing racial equity Roger Williams University School of Law celebrated its growing leadership in racial justice legal education with the official launch of an Institute for Race and
Thursday, March 21, 2024Small Business Cloud Accelerator Program Launches in Providence, Rhode Island
Businesses impacted by the Washington Bridge closure can quickly enable remote work for employeesRemi IT Solutions, an IT services and managed cybersecurity services company local to Rhode Island and Massachusetts, today announced its Remi Cloud Accelerator Program™, aimed at small businesses impacted by the Washington Bridge closure occurring in the greater Providence, Rhode Island area. Small business employees need the ability to access data and phones, and promote ecommerce when needed, no matter where
Tuesday, February 06, 2024City Personnel Recognized with ClearlyRated's 2024 Best of Staffing Awards for Client and Talent Satisfaction
City Personnel, a leading staffing agency in Providence, has announced today that they have won ClearlyRated's 2024 Best of Staffing Awards for Client and Talent Satisfaction for providing superior service to their clients and candidates. The Best of Staffing® Award by ClearlyRated is the only award in the U.S. and Canada that recognizes staffing agencies that have proven superior service quality based solely on evaluations provided by their clients and placed talent. Earning this distinction marks a
Thursday, January 11, 2024City Personnel Achieves Certification as Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) by the State of Rhode Island
City Personnel, a leading staffing agency in Providence, RI, is thrilled to announce that they have been officially certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) by the state of Rhode Island. This achievement comes just a few months after being certified as a Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) through the WBENC. As an MBE and WBE-certified company, City Personnel now joins a prestigious group of businesses that are recognized for their contributions to supplier
Tuesday, October 17, 2023City Personnel has been certified as a Women's Business Enterprise
City Personnel is proud to announce that they have been certified as a Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) through the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). WBENC Certification is the gold standard for women-owned business certification in the United States. City Personnel is a leading staffing agency in Providence, RI, that specializes in providing tailored staffing solutions for employers across various industries. Since City Personnel’s establishment in 2006, they have been dedicated to
Friday, December 09, 2022How to Start a Small Business as a Freelancer in Providence, Rhode Island
So, you're a freelancer and you're ready to take the plunge and turn your freelance work into a small business. Congratulations! Starting a small business is a big accomplishment. But where do you start? If you're based in Providence, Rhode Island, the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce shares a few steps you should take to get your business up and running.Creating a Business Plan One of the first things you should do when starting a small business is generating a solid business plan. This document
Friday, September 02, 2022No-Nonsense Business Tips for Handymen
Are you considering turning your handyman skills into a profitable business, but you’re worried about the initial costs of getting set up and the demands of managing the day-to-day operations that come with running a company? Thankfully, new technologies are designed to save you time and let you focus on what you do best. Here are some tips that will help you turn your dreams of owning your own business into a reality: Setting Up Your Business Once you’ve decided on what services you want to offer,