Female Trail Blazers Set to Take American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women to Record Breaking Heights

2020 Chairperson and Go Red for Luncheon Keynote Speaker Announced Providence, RI– American Heart Association announced today that two female trail blazers are seeking to break records in Southern New England for the Go Red for Women Campaign. Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Community Affairs for Lifespan Corporation, Lisa Abbott, will chair the 2020 Go Red for Women campaign in Southern New England, and is pleased to host Alison Levine, the first woman to lead a female American team up Mt.

Sprout CoWorking Providence/Warren February Events

SPROUT COWORKING PROVIDENCE FEBRUARY EVENTS   2/1 12:30-5:30 pm Urban Wildlife Workshop “Making Science Visual”:  This workshop is for visual artists interested in creating new work relevant to their community and the creatures living there. The methodology for this workshop was created by Creature Conserve artists, writers, and scientists with a specific objective: to foster more interaction between the visual arts and the living creatures that inhabit the world. We hope to inspire work that is both

The 2020 Girl Scout Cookie™ season has begun!

Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England Launches 2020 Girl Scout Cookie Season with New Girl Scout Cookie™ Packaging  World's largest girl-led entrepreneurial program has a sweet new way to celebrate girl leaders.   Warwick, RI—The 2020 Girl Scout Cookie™ season has begun! During the Girl Scout Cookie Program, Girl Scouts across the United States become entrepreneurs as they earn money to power their own leadership opportunities and adventures. This season, Girl Scouts is announcing a sweet new way to

Please welcome new member, Arcadia, to the Greater Providence Chamber

Arcadia’s purpose is to help create a 100% renewable energy future. To make that future possible, we make clean energy an easy choice for everyone. Anyone who pays a power bill can now access wind energy, solar power, and cost savings with a free Arcadia account.                                                                            We’re particularly excited to be a part of the Community Solar movement in Rhode Island. Community solar was recently approved in Rhode Island, enabling thousands of

Trinity Rep Raises More Than $60,000 for RI Community Food Bank

Second-highest amount raised in thirteen years Trinity Repertory Company is pleased to announce that $60,445.55 was raised for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank from the 2019 A Christmas Carol audiences – the second-highest amount ever raised in the thirteen years donations have been requested. Since 2006, this tradition has been a part of the theater’s commitment to its community and a reminder to audiences to bring the spirit of Dickens’ story into their lives and the rest of Rhode Island. This year’s

Restivo Monacelli LLP Appoints Kevin Hundley as Managing Partner

Restivo Monacelli LLP announced today that Kevin Hundley has been appointed Managing Partner, succeeding Edmund Restivo, Jr., who remains with the firm as a Founding Partner and will continue to service clients.  Kevin joined Restivo Monacelli in 2003 as a Manager in the Audit and Accounting Department, and was promoted to Partner in 2008. In that role, he oversaw the firm’s largest practice group and managed a growing team of professionals. As Managing Partner, Kevin will be responsible for the firm’s

AP&S Welcomes Elizabeth A. Suever

Elizabeth A. Suever has joined Adler Pollock & Sheehan as Co-Chair of the firm’s Government Relations Group. Elizabeth is a registered Rhode Island Lobbyist and represents numerous corporations and trade associations before the Rhode Island General Assembly.  She has advocated on behalf of clients on issues ranging from corporate and personal income taxation, insurance regulations, health care regulation, employer mandates and other business issues. She has experience in drafting both legislation and

Stephen Geanacopoulos Assumes Senior Counsel Status at AP&S

Effective January 1, 2020, Steve Geanacopoulos transitioned from Shareholder to Senior Counsel status with the Firm.  Steve has been a valued member of the Firm for the last 32 years, a partner for the last 29 years, and Chair of the Corporate Department for the last 15 years.  In connection with Steve’s transition to Senior Counsel status, John Russell has succeeded Steve as Chair of the Firm’s Corporate Department. Managing Partner, Robert Brooks commented:  “On behalf of the Firm, I’d like to thank

Hinckley Allen Expands Partnership, Elevating Ryan M. Gainor to Partner

Hinckley Allen today announced that Ryan M. Gainor has been elevated to Partner. Ryan assumed his new position effective January 1, 2020.   “Ryan has all the qualities that we value in our lawyers at Hinckley Allen,” said David J. Rubin, Managing Partner at Hinckley Allen. “We are proud of his exceptional legal expertise, commitment to our litigation practice, and his dedication to serving the community. It is with great pride that I announce Ryan’s elevation to Partner.”   Ryan M. Gainor practices with

John D. Russell Named Chair of Adler Pollock & Sheehan's Corporate Department

Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C. is pleased to announce that John D. Russell has been named Chair of the firm’s Corporate Department.  John succeeds Stephen Geanacopoulos, who has been the chair of the department for the past 15 years.    Robert P. Brooks, Managing Partner of the firm said, “John Russell has earned this new honor and responsibility based upon his stellar job performance and his emergence as a rising star in both the Firm, as well as the Rhode Island and Boston legal communities.”   Brooks

AP&S Names New Shareholders

AP&S proudly names Hamza Chaudary, Leslie D. Parker and Brenna A. Force as shareholders of the firm effective January 1, 2020.Hamza Chaudary Hamza has significant experience in cases involving real estate, land use and zoning matters, including all phases of development and permitting.  Moreover, Hamza has successfully litigated land use and zoning matters in the Rhode Island Superior Court and Supreme Court, including winning a case on behalf of a client on a matter of first-impression.  Hamza also uses

Partridge Snow & Hahn Elects Christian Jenner to Partner and René Moniz to Counsel

Partridge Snow & Hahn (PS&H) is pleased to announce that the firm has elected Christian Jenner to Partner and René Moniz to Counsel. Jenner practices out of both the firm’s Providence and Boston offices. Moniz is based primarily in the firm’s New Bedford office. “Christian and René are gifted, talented and dedicated attorneys and an integral part of our litigation team,” said PS&H Managing Partner Howard Merten. “Our firm’s future is even brighter having them as Partner and Counsel.  We could not be more

BankFive Announces Hiring of Director of Human Resources and Branch Manager

BankFive announced today that it has hired Victoria Bartholomew Kane as Senior Vice President/Director of Human Resources and Scott Correia as Assistant Vice President/Branch Manager.  Ms. Kane’s office is located at BankFive’s main office in Fall River. A resident of Dover, Mass., she has 25 years of professional experience, including 17 in banking. Previous positions she has held include Senior Director of Human Resources at Boston Private Bank & Trust Company and Assistant General Counsel at Boston

Jennifer Freitas, CPA and Doryanne Hamel, MS, CPA, CFE Named Partners

Piccerelli Gilstein & Company, LLP (PG&Co) is proud to announce Jennifer Freitas, CPA and Doryanne Hamel, MS, CPA, CFE have been named partners, effective January 1, 2020.   “Jen and Doryanne have been dedicated professionals with the firm, demonstrating their strong leadership and technical capabilities since they began working here,” said William Piccerelli, managing partner at Piccerelli, Gilstein & Company, LLP. “They both have an incredible ability to really help clients understand the technical

Plant City Cellar January 2020

Plant Rx with Lisa BrowningWednesday, January 8, 15, 22, 29, 6-8 pm, $160 Plant Rx is a 21 day whole food plant based immersion program, to lose weight and get healthy; shed pounds, improve your cholesterol, LDL, blood pressure, blood sugar… and be on the path to becoming your healthiest, happiest self.  During the Plant Rx program, you will learn the benefits of a plant-based diet, how to menu plan and prep plant-based meals at home as well as learning how to eat plant based while dining out. One class

Sprout CoWorking Providence January Events

January 2020 Call to RI Artists: Urban Wildlife Exhibit Creature Conserve and Sprout CoWorking invite artists to collaborate with scientists to create art for an exhibit that explores the lives of wild animals in urban areas and the human responses to this shared territory. Our goal is to encourage the viewing public to take an active role in healthy co-existence with urban animals. This is a juried exhibit April 1-30 with a $10 entry fee, open to all Rhode Island artists of all skill levels and all forms

Save the Date: The Migraine Symposium & Awards Ceremony March 28, 2020

Ryan Center - Discounted Suites for Chamber Members to URI Men's & Women's Basketball

URI Men's & Women's Basketball is offering ALL Providence Chamber members $100 OFF of ANY Premium Area at remaining Basketball Games this season (based on availability). This includes Premium Suites & Suite Landings which hold up to 25 and 15 people respectively. There is no better option for hosting clients, rewarding employees or spending time with Friends & Family!   Please call or text Craig Cugno at 401-874-5100 or email him at craig_cugno@uri.edu to check pricing & availability!