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Thursday, May 25, 2023Trinity Rep Announces its 60th Anniversary Season
2023-24 season to celebrate family, home, and the community that has sustained Trinity Rep for six decades Trinity Repertory Company,Rhode Island’s Tony Award-winning theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director Curt Columbus and Executive Director Kate Liberman, announces its milestone 60th Anniversary Season. The season, which includes a five-show subscription series and the theater’s iconic retelling of A Christmas Carol, opens in September 2023 and concludes in June 2024. “In the shadow of
Wednesday, May 24, 2023Polaris MEP, Chicago Nonprofit Open Manufacturing Job Training Center
As published in the Providence Business News Advanced manufacturing training sessions, job placement assistance, English language classes and financial coaching are a few resources now available to residents free of charge at a new workforce training center launched by Polaris MEP in partnership with a Chicago nonprofit. The Jane Addams Resource Corporation and Polaris MEP, joined by city and state officials and manufacturing leaders, held a grand opening for the new JARC Rhode Island center on Friday
Tuesday, May 23, 2023Neil Steinberg: Inspiring “can-do” leadership
Hundreds of community and business leaders, donors, grant recipients, and other partners gathered for the Rhode Island Foundation’s 2023 Annual Meeting, the last for its outgoing President and CEO Neil D. Steinberg, who will retire on June 1.Click here for Neil's “farewell address.”
Wednesday, May 17, 2023Inaugural Cohort of Delta Dental of Rhode Island Scholarship Students Honored at CCRI Dental Hygiene School’s Pinning Ceremony
Three-year scholarship program supports Dental Hygiene students who commit to working in Rhode Island’s oral health sector for at least one year after graduation The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) Dental Hygiene Program recognized its graduating class of future dental hygienists and assistants at a Pinning Ceremony on Monday, more than half of whom were recipients of the inaugural Delta Dental of Rhode Island Scholarship. A three-year initiative launched this academic year to address an
Wednesday, May 17, 2023ioLiberum Law Firm, P.C. Launches Subscription-Based Law Firm in Rhode Island Dedicated to Helping Small Business Conduct Business Online
ioLiberum (i-o-LEE-brum) Law Firm, P.C., a modern law firm dedicated to helping small businesses conduct business online, today announced its launch in Rhode Island. “ioLiberum offers digital freedom, the kind of freedom that only comes from the peace of mind that a business is protected from the rapidly evolving legal issues facing small businesses as they navigate their online journey” said firm co-founder and attorney, Nicholas Matlach. As a subscription model law firm, ioLiberum is built from the
Monday, May 15, 2023McKee Administration, SkillsRI Launch RI Rebounds Technical Assistance Program through the RI Small Business HUB
Eligible small businesses may receive up to $10,000 for individualized support from local vendors to help stabilize, strengthen, and scale their business. Governor Dan McKee, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse, U.S. Representative David Cicilline, Rhode Island Commerce Secretary Liz Tanner, and SkillsRI Executive Director Nina Pande announced today the opening of small business applications for the RI Rebounds Technical Assistance Program, managed by the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation
Monday, May 15, 2023Preservation Society - Research Project Begins at Kingscote-Hunter House
Ground Penetrating Radar to Aid Research at Kingscote, Hunter House Exciting historical research using modern techniques is happening at Kingscote (1841) and Hunter House (circa 1748), the two oldest of The Preservation Society of Newport County’s 11 historic house museums. From Monday, May 15, through Thursday, May 18, a team from Dartmouth College will conduct research utilizing cutting-edge technology, including ground penetrating radar, at Kingscote and Hunter House. The team of four students
Monday, May 08, 2023Preservation Society of Newport County Appoints New Director of Marketing
The Preservation Society of Newport County announced today the appointment of Kevin O’Leary as Director of Marketing. A Middletown resident with a BA in Economics from the University of New Hampshire, O’Leary has an extensive and distinguished career successfully executing brand development and refresh strategies as well as regional and national marketing, communications, prospecting, and retention tactics. He has held progressively more responsible positions in a wide variety of
Friday, May 05, 2023Nhuad Custom Controllers is the Winner of the 2023 Rhode Island Business Competition
A single hand video game controller created for gamers with one hand or other disabilities was announced the winner of the 2023 Rhode Island Business Competition. Charles Johnson, CEO of Nhuad Custom Controllers, was one of the four finalists who competed against over 30 applicants for awards totaling over $100,000 in cash and prizes. The awards ceremony was held at Venture Café as well as live-streamed. In a joint statement, RIBC Co-Chairs Peggy Farrell, Partner at Hinckley Allen, and Anthony Mangiarelli,
Friday, May 05, 2023MMA Voted Top Workplace for Cultural Excellence 2023
Exciting news! We've been named a #TopWorkplace for cultural excellence in purpose and values, #innovation, benefits, compensation, and #worklifebalance by Top Workplaces. The best part is that these recognitions are because of feedback from our colleagues. To learn about our award-winning culture and to apply to our open #jobs go to: https://bit.ly/3XJJ8iC.#nowhiring
Tuesday, May 02, 2023SURVEY: 61% of regional teens say they would rather start their own business than have a traditional job
New Research Shows Teens are Re-Thinking the Future of WorkJA/Citizens 2023 Survey of High School Students Reveals Their Career Aspirations; Economic and College Concerns; and Overall Financial Preparedness According to new research from Junior Achievement and Citizens, more than three-fourths of teens (76%) agree that a two-year or technical certification is enough to get a good job, and only 41% of respondents agree that one must have a four-year degree to have a good job. The complete findings of
Thursday, April 06, 2023GPBOR CARE 2024 Grant Applications Open for RI Non-Profits
GPBOR C.A.R.E. Accepting Grant Applications from RI Non-Profits for 2024Deadline to apply is 6/30/23 The Greater Providence Board of REALTORS® C.A.R.E. Foundation announces that the application period for its 2024 community grants is now open to Rhode Island 501(c)(3) non-profits. Organizations who work to enhance and uplift the lives of Rhode Islanders may apply for financial assistance or other non-financial resources. GPBOR C.A.R.E. celebrates ten years of giving back in 2023 and has to date
Wednesday, March 22, 2023Marsh McLennan Agency has earned a 2023 Top Workplaces USA award
White Plains, New York, February 02, 2023 - Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) has announced it has earned the 2023 Top Workplaces USA award, issued by Energage, a purpose-driven organization that develops solutions to build and brand Top Workplaces. The Top Workplaces program has a 15-year history of surveying more than 20 million employees and recognizing the top organizations across 60 markets for regional Top Workplaces awards. “We're incredibly grateful for this recognition of our spectacular team,” says
Monday, March 06, 2023Find and Fix Weaknesses in Your Small Business With These Tools
As a small business owner, it is important to identify problems and weaknesses within your business as soon as possible. This will help you to stay ahead of the competition and ensure that your business is running efficiently. The Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce has compiled some tips to help you get started. In this blog post, we will discuss some ways to uncover financial and operational issues, as well as how to fix them.Create an Emergency Fund Having an emergency fund is essential for any
Friday, December 02, 2022Unique Holiday Marketing Ideas Are Essential for Providence Small Businesses
Creative marketing can be a great way to stand out from the crowd and boost sales this holiday season. The Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce offers three reasons why businesses should use creative ways to market during the holidays:The holiday season is a busy time for consumers, and they are bombarded with marketing messages from all angles. If your business wants to cut through the noise, you need to find a way to stand out. Creative marketing can help you do just that.The holidays are a time when
Monday, October 03, 2022The Importance of Monitoring Website Performance for Providence, RI Businesses
More than 1.17 billion websites exist, and every site is facing fierce competition. This means that your business must always look for ways to improve your site’s performance to stay ahead of the game and sustain long-term growth. Of course, accomplishing that isn’t easy. It requires you to monitor your site regularly and implement changes when necessary. Today, the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce shares some of the top reasons for monitoring your website’s performance with some tips for doing
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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,
