Save the Date: The 17th Annual Brighter Futures Luncheon Recognizing the Honorable Gina Raimondo

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Providence College: 8-Week, MicroMBA Certificate (Online)

The program is micro, the results are BIG. Gain practical insights and grasp fundamentals of accounting, finance, information systems, leadership, marketing, strategy, and more. This 100% online program is ideal for entrepreneurs; those considering an MBA program; and high-performing employees who were recently promoted to management positions. Powered by an award-winning faculty, the program will take place Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., over eight weeks. Begins September 22. Seats are limited.Click

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Bold Point Park Re-Opening for the 2021 Summer Concert Season

Bold Point Park is re-opening for the 2021 summer concert season on August 1! Brothers Osborne are taking their “We’re Not For Everyone Tour” to the waterfront in East Providence. Check out the site below for details, and contact Brian Joyce for VIP Box Seats: brianjoyce@livenation.com  Click here for more information.  

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PBN: UNFI names Douglas CEO

From Providence Business News July 29, 2021United Natural Foods Inc. has appointed J. Alexander “Sandy” Miller Douglas as CEO, effective Aug. 9, the company said Wednesday. Douglas will succeed Stephen L. Spinner, who is retiring. Spinner has led the company since 2008. Douglas most recently served as CEO of Staples Inc. “We are pleased to welcome Sandy as our new CEO and member of the UNFI board,” said Denise Clark, chair of the UNFI board’s nominating and governance committee. “He has a demonstrated

Pare Projects Win ACEC-Ri Engineering Excellence Awards

Pare Corporation, a leading multi-disciplinary engineering and planning firm, is pleased to announce that three Pare-designed projects were awarded Engineering Excellence Awards from the American Council of Engineering Companies of Rhode Island (ACEC-RI).  Because of the pandemic, the 2020 awards presentation was postponed and both the 2020 and 2021 Engineering Excellence Awards were presented at the ACEC-RI Annual Meeting held on June 28th.    The 1st place 2020 Gold Anchor Award for a Project with

The MolinaCares Accord Donates $30,000 to Family Service of Rhode Island

On Tuesday, July 27th, Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) announced a $30,000 donation from The MolinaCares foundation that will give a big boost to two FSRI programs that are already positively impacting the lives of the Rhode Islanders -- APRI and Project S.O.S. Aids Project Rhode Island, also known as APRI, was formed 36 years ago in response to the AIDS/HIV crisis and continues to support those living with or affected by AIDS statewide.  Project S.O.S. (Support Ocean State) helps children

New Course: Creating a Thriving Hybrid Environment for Your Company

About this course Many companies shifted to fully virtual work during the pandemic, and are now in the process of returning to the office. Many employees have been reluctant to return to full time in person work. In this course, you will learn strategies and develop a plan for your company to embrace the hybrid environment, while continuing to grow and thrive! Half off the cost (through August) with the code HYBRIDINTROClick here for more information.  

Miriam Hospital ranked No. 1 by U.S. News & World Report

The hospital receives “high performing” honors for 12 specialties and conditions    The Miriam Hospital has once again been named by U.S. News & World Report as the top hospital in Rhode Island and in the greater metropolitan area and was designated as “high performing” in a dozen specialties and conditions.  The Miriam Hospital, an affiliate of the Lifespan health system and a teaching hospital for The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, has consistently landed in the No. 1 spot in the

SEG’s Fall Incubator!

Want to learn how to launch a business or nonprofit that will positively impact your community? Apply now to join SEG @segreenhouse for their Fall 2021 Incubator and turn your idea into reality!Click here for more information.

Job Relations Training for Supervisors

Manufacturing supervisors can learn how to handle “people problems” and how to prevent them from occurring thanks to the proven, repeatable Training Within Industry methodology. Participants learn how to build trust and collaboration for continuous improvement. Students share “case studies” from their own workplaces and apply the Job Relations 4-Step Method to resolve them.   $299/student – participants report a high ROI in reduced turnover.Class runs July 26 thru 30, with daily virtual classes from

Jason Kulak, CPA, Joins Centreville Bank as Vice President and Controller

Centreville Bank President, CEO and Chairman of the Board Harold M. Horvat today announced that Jason Kulak, CPA, has joined the community bank as Vice President and Controller.   In this role, Kulak is responsible for leading the bank’s accounting team and maintaining general accounting functions. His priorities include the general ledger, fixed assets, investments, and accounts payable.  Kulak also plays a lead role in financial reporting, audit engagements, regulatory exams, as well technology

Lifespan Appoints National Expert to Director of Breast Oncology

Stephanie Graff, MD, is a leading expert in breast oncology and clinical research Lifespan has appointed Stephanie Graff, MD, FACP, an acclaimed national expert in breast cancer, to serve as director of breast oncology at the Lifespan Cancer Institute. Dr. Graff is board certified in medical oncology, hematology, and internal medicine. She obtained a medical degree at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine where she also completed a residency in internal medicine and later served as chief

Trinity Rep Executive Director to Depart in October

Trinity Repertory Company to Launch National Search and Ensure Smooth Leadership Transition  Trinity Repertory Company, the Tony Award-winning State Theater of Rhode Island, announced today that its Executive Director, Tom Parrish, will depart the organization on October 15, after six years leading its financial turnaround, organizational transformation, and navigation through the COVID-19 pandemic. Parrish got engaged last year and has decided to relocate to New York City to pursue other opportunities

ACEC-RI 2020 and 2021 Engineering Excellence Awards

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Rhode Island, a professional association representing 49 engineering firms doing business in Rhode Island, is proud to announce the recipients of the 2020 and 2021 Engineering Excellence Awards. Because of the pandemic, the 2020 awards presentation was postponed until the 2021 Annual Meeting, which was held on June 28th at the Hope Club.    These awards recognize engineering achievements that demonstrate a high degree of merit and ingenuity and contribute

Visual Thrive and Shoplocalrhodeisland.com

Shop Local Rhode Island helps small businesses thrive with ecommerce tools and the ability to engage a larger market audience and customer outreach than available ever before. Rhode Island businesses no longer need to pay for several advertising markets and campaigns, ShopLocal brings visibility and media presence to all of the residents in Rhode Island and all of our tourists too. Now ALL Rhode Island businesses will be able to tap into the tourist community, and all seasonal businesses can sell all year

Manufacturing Executive Book Club

Exchange and discover new ideas with peers while exploring “The High-Velocity Edge” by Shingo Prize-winner Steven Spear. Polaris MEP provides the hard-cover book and a reading guide. Project Manager Phil Ward facilitates this FREE book club.  Book Club starts July 21st. There will be 4 virtual lunchtime sessions every other week, followed by 1 in-person session (and a happy hour!) on September 15th. Limited to 12 people for lively discussions. RSVP at

The Honorable Melissa DuBose named to Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Foundation

Rhode Island District Court judge joins board as the Foundation comes off a record year of grant-makingThe Honorable Melissa DuBose has been named to the Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Foundation. As the state’s largest funder of nonprofit organizations, the Foundation awarded a record $87 million in grants to more than 2,200 nonprofits last year.   “We are delighted to welcome Judge DuBose. She has an accomplished background and adds to the diverse range of experiences of our Board. Her

Providence Chef Debuts on Hell's Kitchen

 Enjoy this week's community list of events and achievement. Don't forget our Beat the Heat Giveaway is going on through July 31st for a chance to win two free months at Sprout CoWorking. We hope you'll enter!Arts & EntertainmentHear the story behind Providence chef and JWU grad Brynn Gibson debuting on the latest Fox series of Hell's Kitchen. Read how Warren's Hope & Main is transforming the farmer's market to a neighborhood party atmosphere. Enjoy dining deals and special offers from participating

Hasbro Children’s Hospital Selected for National Effort to Transform Child Health Care

Hospital is one of 12 organizations participating and only site from New England   Hasbro Children’s Hospital was competitively selected to participate in Accelerating Child Health Care Transformation, a national initiative funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to transform child health care delivery.  Hasbro Children’s Hospital is one of 12 leading pediatric practices across the country that will work with the Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS) to develop strategies for making child health

Adler Pollock & Sheehan Welcomes Kathryn S. Windsor

Kathryn Windsor has joined AP&S as Counsel in the firm’s Tax Group.  Kathryn represents clients in a variety of tax law matters. Her practice areas include corporate tax, partnership tax, trusts and estates, federal and state tax resolution, self-directed IRAs and tax-exempt entities. Kathryn’s other practice areas include capital gains planning, tax credit and incentive programs, business succession planning, bankruptcy tax law, and various other types of tax planning and tax law.  Kathryn also has

Rhode Island Hospital Researchers Determine Smartphone Photos can be Used to Detect Anemia

Algorithm could allow screening without need for invasive, infrastructure-requiring blood tests    A picture of a person’s inner eyelid taken with a standard smartphone camera can be used to screen for anemia, according to a new study published this week in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by authors including Selim Suner, M.D., James Rayner, M.D., M.Eng., and Gregory Jay, M.D., Ph.D., all emergency physicians at Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital, and faculty at The Warren Alpert Medical

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Washington Trust Collects 8.7 Tons of PB During Annual Drive

Washington Trust Collects the Equivalent of 8.7 Tons of Peanut Butter During 21st Annual Peanut Butter Drive More than 151 tons of peanut butter has been collected to date  The Washington Trust Company collected more than 1,000 pounds of peanut butter and raised $16,375 during the twenty-first annual Washington Trust Peanut Butter Drive to benefit the Rhode Island Community Food Bank and local food pantries across Rhode Island and southeastern Connecticut. Washington Trust has collected the equivalent of

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island Welcomes New Board Member Rosie Fernandez

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island (BBBSRI) is pleased to welcome Ms. Rosie Fernandez to the Board of Directors. “Both personally and professionally, Rosie demonstrates the spirit of our mission and the attitude we need to get it done,” says Katje Afonseca, Chief Executive Officer. “Rosie is an experienced community relations professional with a passion for building and maintaining relationships across the state.  We are lucky to have her join our talented Board of Directors.”   As the Manager of

BankNewport Awards $212,000 in Grants to Local Businesses and Nonprofit Organizations

Funds benefit a variety of industries, causes and communities from healthcare, to food insecurity, underserved populations and education BankNewport is pleased to announce that it recently distributed $212,000 in grants focused on food insecurity, health services, education and skills training, and underserved populations, in support of nonprofits that had their operations and outreach impacted by the pandemic. Among the notable awards is a $100,000 grant to the Newport County YMCA for its Building

People's Credit Union Named Forbes Best-in-State Credit Union

People’s Credit Union has been named to the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2021. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on June 24th, 2021, and can currently be viewed on the Forbes website.   Forbes and Statista identified America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2021 based on an independent survey of approximately 25,000 US consumers who were asked to rate credit

Welcome New Member Biomat USA

Biomat USA/Grifols is a global health-care company with a track record of more than 100 years and a recognized leader in the development and production of plasma-derived medicines with hundreds of centers operating under the names of Biomat USA Inc., Interstate Blood Bank Inc., and Talecris Plasma Resources, Inc.  We are thrilled to branch into Rhode Island with our Cranston Biomat Plasma Center and look forward to engaging with the community. Learn more about us here.  

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Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation Awards Robert Pare Scholarship to Two Local Students

A total of $10,000 to be awarded   The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation today announced the 2021 recipients of the Robert O. Pare College Scholarship.    Raphael Roposo of North Providence, RI, and Julia Koski of Moosup, CT, each will receive $5,000 towards their college education from the Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation.  Over the course of 55 years, Robert O. Pare served Centreville Bank in a variety of roles, including president, trustee and corporator. Centreville Bank’s board of

Welcome New Member Spherion Staffing

Spherion Recruiting & Staffing is a locally owned and operated, Global Leader in HR & Recruitment Services, specializing in Call Center, Accounting, Administrative, IT & Professional -Temp, Temp to Hire, RPO, & Direct hire placements. Learn more about us here.

Apply Now! $10k Small Business/Startup Competition

New in July! Be sure to ask about our summer Member Referral Program for Sprout CoWorking members through September 1st. Please email staff with any workspace questions and feel free to send in your own Monday news to share by email here. All in the community are welcome to. Please enjoy this week's list! Community NewsWin a $400 Sprout CoWorking Membership! To enter, submit your email address at the link. Contest ends Jul 31 and one winner will be selected to receive two free months of Hot Desk

Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation Donates $192,800 to 18 Organizations Throughout RI and CT

The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation recently awarded Children’s Friend with a $15,000 grant to support the second phase of development of a Centralized Intake (CI) department that will enable the organization to seamlessly link families they serve to any of the 19 programs that meet their needs.  Pictured here are: (from left) Joshua Wizer-Vecchi, Innovation Manager, Justice Darosa, Early Intervention Project Coordinator, David Caprio, President and CEO, all of Children’s Friend, and Paola

Be Kind RI Program

Be Kind RI is a free program connecting volunteers with volunteer projects in their communities. Managed and funded in partnership with the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, Age Friendly Rhode Island and Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI), and Nesterly, a social enterprise that connects empty nesters with people looking for affordable housing. Be Kind RI helps high-risk individuals and communities receive the help they needed during COVID-19, particularly food assistance. through the use

Centreville Bank’s Harold Horvat Elected to Massachusetts Bankers Association Board of Directors

Harold M. Horvat, President, CEO and Chairman of the Board, Centreville Bank, has been elected to the 20-member Board of Directors of the Massachusetts Bankers Association (MBA) at its Annual Meeting in June. Founded in 1905, the MBA is the only Association representing FDIC-insured community, regional and nationwide banks serving consumer and business clients across the Commonwealth.   “As a dynamic industry, it is essential that the Association have perspectives of banking leaders like Hal Horvat who

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Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council Raffle - Win a New Electric Bike!

Get your raffle tickets today to win a brand new Retrospec Rev City Electric Bike, valued at $1,200. Cruise on the Greenway and get your errands done in style with this step-through bike with a 42cm frame, suitable for most riders between 5′ and 6′ tall. Visit Retrospec for more information and specifications. ​Ticket donations:$10 for 1 entry ticket $50 for 6 entry tickets Drawing held Friday, August 6, 2021, 11:00am, Cricket Field (15 Riverside Avenue, Johnston, RI) and on Facebook Live! Winner need

RISBDC Training & Events

The RI Small Business Development Center has a variety of training to meet your needs and help develop or grow your business. By working hard and smart with us, you will be able to build a true competitive advantage for your business.  To choose from the workshops at our various locations click here.

ALS Association RI Chapter Announces the First Annual CEO Soak-Rhode Island Event

   Inspired by the viral success of the Ice Bucket Challenge - The CEO Soak Challenge is on!  The ALS Association Rhode Island Chapter has launched its First Annual CEO Soak-Rhode Island event taking place this summer!  The chapter is challenging companies and organizations from across the Ocean State to join them for this unique event.  The chapter has partnered with NBC 10 WJAR for the CEO Soak-Rhode Island with Barbara Morse serving as the spokesperson for the event.  The top ten fundraising teams