Best Buddies Rhode Island Friendship Walk: Saturday April 2nd at Providence College

The Best Buddies Friendship Walk is the leading walk in the country supporting inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (also known as IDD). Join 40,000 walkers across the country to support the Best Buddies programs in your schools, workplaces and communities.  You’ll be making the world more welcoming to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities – one friendship, one job, and one life-changing connection at a time. For sponsorship opportunities and other

Providence College Professional Development Programs (100% Online)

Sharpen your skills with short-format programs designed for entry level up to senior management professionals. Powered by Providence College’s School of Continuing Education, professionals can participate in a three-part workshop series or eight-module certificate program. Programs include the Micro MBA Certificate, Healthcare Micro MBA Certificate, Data Analytics Certificate, Leading from the Middle workshop series, and more. Workshops start at $50 and certificates are $1,600. Starting Feb. 11.Click

You're Invited! Care Access Research Ribbon Cutting, Thursday, February 3rd

Please join us, along with Warwick Mayor Frank Picozzi and members of the business community, as we celebrate the opening of our new location at 215 Toll Gate Road, Suite 301 in Warwick.  Ribbon Cutting -  11a.m. Open House - 11a.m. - 4p.m.   Refreshments and a light lunch will be available for anyone who stops in! To learn more about us please click here.   

Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation Donates $319,864 to 37 Organizations Throughout RI and CT

Pictured at a recent check presentation are (from left to right): Shannon Menihan, Shri Studio Director of Operations, Ron Caniglia, President/Owner of Stand Corporation, Jennifer Boyle-Hebda, Shri Creative Director, Hal Horvat, President and CEO of Centreville Bank, Alison Bologna, Founder and Executive Director of Shri Studio, Linda Weisinger, Executive Director of Pawtucket Central Falls Development (PCFD), and Paola Fernandez, Vice President, Community Development, Centreville Bank.Brings the total

Commonwealth Care Alliance® Appoints Sesha Mudunuri as Chief Operating Officer

Mudunuri brings more than 30 years of operations management experience in healthcare, financial services, and technology to CCA’s leadership team  Commonwealth Care Alliance® (CCA), a national, multi-state healthcare organization with proven expertise in complex care coordination and delivery, today announced the appointment of Sesha Mudunuri as Chief Operating Officer.   In this role, Mudunuri will lead and advance CCA’s core business and IT operations, including claims administration, member services,

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse Valentines Day Offering

''Dismantl'' Helps New Food Companies Launch Downtown

Community NewsThis year's list of Rhode Island Inno's Startups to Watch includes a wide array of companies, from lightning-fast micro chargers to student marketplaces. Find affordable ways to connect to the right audience with Marketing on a Shoestring, Jan 19. Check out local restaurateur Aiyah Josiah-Faeduwor's journey to creating a non-profit helping new food businesses launch. Providence-based tech firm RIC is in the running for a major award after creating the next generation of x-ray. Book a tour of

Brown University Executive Education Programs - Enrolling Now!

Build in-demand skills for your career or invest in your organization's talent to maximize retention with faculty-led programs at Brown University. Programs focused on effective communication, coaching for leaders, and pandemic preparedness are enrolling now! Proven results with a flexible format. The working world has changed dramatically. The time to invest in your skills and the capacity of your staff is now. We can help. Programs led by world-class Brown faculty teach in-demand skills in a flexible

Partridge Snow & Hahn Adds Four New Partners in 2022

Partridge Snow & Hahn (PS&H) is pleased to announce the elevation of four new partners to the firm. Congratulations to Christian F. Capizzo, Suzanne M. Elovecky, Elizabeth O. Manchester, and Russell J. Stein.   “The addition of these excellent attorneys to our partnership strengthens our firm, increasing our representation for clients in environmental and land use matters, energy, complex litigation, nonprofit, tax, mergers and acquisitions and corporate law. Their individual areas of expertise and

Dr. Alexander-Scott to Step Down from Serving as RIDOH Director

Governor Dan McKee is announcing today that he has regretfully accepted Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott’s resignation as the Director of the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH). For the next two weeks, Dr. Alexander-Scott will continue to serve as RIDOH’s Director while the Governor conducts a search for new leadership of the Department. “Dr. Alexander-Scott has been a steady, calm presence for Rhode Island as we’ve worked together to fight the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Governor Dan McKee. “Her

SpotOn Poised for Growth and Appoints Lisa Banks as Chief Financial Officer and Others

SpotOn, a leading software and payments provider, today announced the addition of three new executives in the roles of Chief Financial Officer, Lisa Banks, Chief People Officer, JiNa Han, and Chief Revenue Officer, Mark Brodahl.  The appointments come on the heels of more than 100% year-over-year growth in 2021, two major acquisitions, $425 Million in new funding at a valuation of $3.15 Billion, and the addition of hundreds of new employees to support customer demand Contact - Dan Whittenberger

CCRI Tabs Nathan Brown as New Chief Information Officer (CIO)

The Community College of Rhode Island announced today the hiring of Nathan Brown of Carlisle, MA, as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO).   With more than three decades of experience in the Information Technology industry, Brown has served in a variety of roles in the higher education, non-profit, and corporate sectors and is a proven, hands-on executive technology and information security leader.   Prior to CCRI, Brown worked as an Information Technology Consultant for The Wing, a shared work and

CCRI Hires Andrea Ray as New Director of DEI and Organizational Development

The Community College of Rhode Island announced today the hiring of Andrea Ray of Providence as its Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Organizational Development.   A highly-effective DEI and HR leader, Ray boasts a BBA in Business Law and an MBA in Human Resources in addition to nearly two decades of experience in the workforce. At CCRI, she will work collaboratively with internal and external audiences to develop an open, diverse, inclusive, and supportive learning and working

RI Small Businesses Can Win $150k In Prizes

It's Time to Grow!The Rhode Island Business Competition is open for 2022 APPLICATIONS. All completed applications will receive two free months of Hot Desk Membership to Sprout CoWorking Providence.This year you only need an investor pitch deck to enter. (No business plan required!) Apply online for a total of $150k in prizes at ri-business.com. This is too good to miss! Community NewsNominations are open for the 2022 Rhode Island Small Business Week Awards due tomorrow, Jan 11. Apply now for an Amber Grant

TEDxURI is Returning for 2022

TEDxURI is returning for 2022 and we are looking for speakers. So, if you have a story to share, audition to be part of the show.This year, the TEDxURI theme is A Recipe for Hope. Tell us how you've stayed hopeful during a specific situation, or generally in this time of uncertainty. You could share your strategies to stay optimistic or explain how you motivate others to do the same. Other speaking tracks could include your hope for the future as it pertains to yourself, your community, or the

Rhode Island Ranks 40th in Tax Foundation 2022 Business Tax Climate Index

State drops two spots from its 2021 ranking of 38thAn analysis of the Tax Foundation’s 2022 Business Tax Climate Index by the Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council shows Rhode Island ranks 40th in the nation, down two spots from 2021. RIPEC’s analysis further found that Rhode Island was on a generally positive trajectory between 2014 and 2019, but in the last three years, the state has lost ground.   “Rhode Island has improved its business tax climate over the years," said RIPEC President and

Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C. Mourns the Loss of Stanley J. Kanter

Stanley J. Kanter, 77, died on December 29, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Stanley was passionate about his family, his work, and his life.  An avid and skilled RISD informed glassblower, he loved to create and share his art with his friends, his clients, and his community.  An outstanding and gifted lawyer, he practiced real estate law for over 50 years with the law firm of Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C., where he served as Chair of the Real Estate Practice Group until his retirement in

Bristol County Savings Bank Appoints Five to Branch Manager

Bristol County Savings Bank (BCSB), headquartered in Taunton, Massachusetts, has recently appointed Michael Hey and Mobolaji Omisore to the position of Assistant Vice President/Branch Manager of the Attleboro, Massachusetts and Pawtucket, Rhode Island offices, respectively and Michael Allard to Branch Manager of the Franklin, Massachusetts office, Monica Furtado to Branch Manager of the office in Downtown New Bedford, Massachusetts and Shaquita Wilson to Branch Manager of the Cumberland, Rhode Island

Hinckley Allen Elevates Ten Attorneys to Partner

Hinckley Allen announced today that ten attorneys at the firm have been elevated to Partner, including Providence-based attorneys Christine E. Dieter and Thomas W. Madonna, Jr. The attorneys being elevated today have demonstrated outstanding commitment to our clients and to our core values here at Hinckley Allen,” said David J. Rubin, Managing Partner. “In each of these attorneys, we recognize their exceptional legal skills and the type of strategic business thinking that helps our clients succeed. We are

Breeze Airways Two Day Flash Sale: $29 Nice Fares and $22 Nicer Benefits Packages

Breeze Airways™ Celebrates the Arrival of 2022 With $29 ‘Nice’ Fares on All Routes, Plus the Opportunity to Purchase ‘Nicer’ Fare Benefits for Only $22  Breeze Airways, the “Seriously Nice” ™ new U.S. low-fare airline, is celebrating the arrival of 2022 with the two-day-only return of its $29 Nice fares, the airline’s lowest fares since its launch in May 2021, on all routes.   The $29 fares are available from all 18 Breeze markets, but must be purchased by 11:59pm ET on January 5, 2022, for travel

Looking for a caterer for a busy entertainment business!

I am looking for a caterer that can duplicate or come close to our already produced catering menu for our events. It will be constant business.  If interested, I would love to sit down with you and or zoom to discuss further.  My contact info is below.  Corey Phinney Executive Sales Managercphinney@SuperchargedE.com  774-847-9010 ext. 101

BankNewport Awards $74,000 in Family Support Grants

Sixty-four Organizations Receive Funds to Aid in their Missions to Support Underserved Populations BankNewport is pleased to announce that it has awarded $74,000 in proactive grants to support the missions of 64 organizations throughout Rhode Island and to provide additional aid for the holiday season.“As a true community bank, we are dedicated to making a positive impact around the state,” said Jack Murphy, President & CEO, BankNewport. “These organizations work tirelessly to ensure that our most

Centreville Bank Announces Addition of Two District Executives for RI and CT

Centreville Bank President, CEO and Chairman of the Board Harold M. Horvat today announced that Brandy Hapgood has been promoted to district executive and Junio “Junior” Ortega has joined the bank as a district executive.   “Brandy and Junior have amassed a wealth of knowledge from their respective experiences in the banking industry,” said Horvat. “We rely on them to provide strategic and tactical management oversight to Centreville Bank’s branch networks in Connecticut and Rhode Island. They serve as

New Year, New Workspace!

 2022 Workspace PlansCustomize your plan from one of five options. Our coworking services offer a range of affordable professional workspace, with hourly, daily and monthly options. Pre-furnished Private Offices with WiFi, parking and all utilities included are available on a month-to-month membership.Book a tour to check out all the 24/7 workspaces from Hot Desk Membership, to Brown/Blue Open Offices and Private Offices.Explore three services ideal for remote workers that help separate the boundary between

Half-Price Winter Wonder Days at the Roger Williams Park Zoo

January and February bring the perfect weather to New England for visiting the Zoo and seeing animals outside, enjoying nature's cooler temperatures.  Roger Williams Park Zoo is open Thursday-Monday from 10 am to 4 pm with half-price admission from January 1 - February 28, 2022.   Winter is an exciting time for red panda watchers to see these animals as they are better adapted to cold than heat. They don't hibernate but rely on their heavy fur and bushy tails to keep them warm during cold spells, happily

East Bay Resident Promoted to VP of Lifespan Cancer Institute

Julie Principe, RN, Promoted to Vice President of Lifespan Cancer InstituteBristol resident has been with Lifespan for 20 years and recently began term as president-elect of Society of Radiation Oncology AdministratorsJulie Principe, RN, MS, an experienced nurse and administrator within the Lifespan health system and a national leader in radiation oncology administration, has been appointed Vice President of the Lifespan Cancer Institute (LCI), effective Jan. 1. Principe, president-elect of the Society of

Adler Pollock & Sheehan Welcomes New Attorneys to Litigation, Health Care and Trusts & Estates Groups.

AP&S adds Kristin N. Matsko and Erin Hockensmith as Counsel.Kristin N. Matsko, Co-chair of the firm’s Trusts & Estates Group, counsels individuals and fiduciaries on a wide variety of trusts and estates matters.  Her practice areas include estate planning, estate and trust administration, Medicaid-planning and elder law, guardianships, and special needs planning. Kristin works closely with clients to develop and implement estate planning strategies that are tailored to meet their personal and financial

Big Changes are Coming! Your Annual Report Filing Period is Changing.

As you may be aware, legislation recently passed which has changed the annual report filing period for business corporations, LLCs, and non-profits registered in Rhode Island. Beginning in 2022, all entities will file their annual report between February 1 – May 1 each year.  

People's Credit Union Teams up with The Salvation Army on Holiday Angel Trees to Benefit Local Children

People’s Credit Union has teamed up with the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program to provide new gifts for children in need this holiday season. Every child deserves to experience the joy of Christmas morning and through the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program hundreds of thousands of children around the country, each year are the happy beneficiaries of others’ generosity. Locally, People’s Credit Union branches have helped to collect donated unwrapped gifts and clothing under their holiday trees for

Would you do the Polar Plunge?

Happy Holidays to all of the Sprout community who've followed along with us this year: members, visitors, readers and beyond! Sprout CoWorking locations will be closed on 12/24 for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 12/25, with workspace still available to 24/7 members. Community NewsHear about how small businesses can protect their supply chains and safeguard against future shipping disruptions from The Providence Business Journal. Get an overview of the legal structure and employer licensing in Exploring

RWU Law Announces 2nd Annual RBG Contest for K-12 Students

Rhode Island Elementary, Middle & High School students are invited to submit drawings, essays on how iconic U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has inspired them    Roger Williams University School of Law, Rhode Island’s only law school, is once again inviting Ocean State students from grades K through 12 to submit essays and drawings on how they have been inspired by the legacy of late Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg of the Supreme Court of the United States, who passed away in September