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Automated Business Solutionsto hold annual tech summit AUTOMATED BUSINESS SOLUTIONS INC. will hold its annual Technology Summit, which will feature several of the company’s preferred vendors who will display, demonstrate and share the latest innovations for the office. Guest speakers will also deliver news regarding the industry, including trends and machines hitting the market. A raffle and door prizes will be offered. Funds raised will be contributed to charity.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 4-7 P.M. Free. Amica Mutual Pavilion, 1 LaSalle Square, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Talking turf THE NEW ENGLAND Regional Turf Grass Conference and Expo will have various seminars and exhibits from leaders within the landscaping and turf management sectors over a three-day period. The expo is one of the largest turfgrass shows in the country. Seminars will discuss plant growth, in-house drainage and understanding fungicide, among other topics.
TUESDAY, MARCH 7, THROUGH THURSDAY, MARCH 9. $40/trade show only; $125/one-day pass; $175/two-day pass. R.I. Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
nertf.org
Business outreach THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold its Networking Coffee Hour event featuring representatives from the Rhode Island Small Business Development Center. Attendees will learn more about the no-charge, confidential business services available to assist new and existing businesses with planning, financing, human resources and marketing. Attendees will also meet with other business owners in the community to discuss trends and any issues that might be affecting your business.
TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 8-9 A.M. Free. Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
bit.ly/3RfE3MR
Getting started THE SOUTH EASTERN Economic Development Corp. will hold a workshop in cooperation with the U.S. Small Business Administration, Massachusetts Small Business Development Center and Score for those who are currently in business, starting a business or thinking about someday owning a business. Attendees will be provided with a free business plan guide and other materials and will be introduced to free and confidential business assistance resources available to them locally and regionally.
TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 10 A.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
bit.ly/3j6eQb1
Better mindset THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will hold a workshop titled “The Networking Mindset: Enhance Your Marketing Skill Set.” Chamber President Laurie White will lead a discussion on what type of marketing works for businesses and marketing pain points. The event will also cover how organizations can enhance brand awareness to drive engagement among customers and potential partners.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, 8:30-9:30 A.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
bit.ly/3Hfc2l4
Workforce programs THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold an HR Roundtable event with the Governor’s Workforce Board and the R.I. Department of Labor and Training. The virtual event will cover services and programs to support Rhode Island employers for hiring and training. Work immersion, incumbent worker training and the workplace accessibility grant will be discussed.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, NOON TO 1 P.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
bit.ly/3XTASfU
Building new relationships THE CENTRAL RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a Morning Coffee networking event, hosted by Pool and Patio Center. Local business professionals and entrepreneurs are invited to meet and build connections with one another. Coffee will be served.
THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 8-9 A.M. $5/members; $15/nonmembers. Pool and Patio Center, 475 Tiogue Ave., Coventry. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
bit.ly/3weeS3h
Raising funds GIRL SCOUTS OF SOUTHEASTERN New England will hold its seventh annual Cookies & Cocktails fundraiser. Chefs from restaurants around the area will showcase their desserts. Proceeds raised will support the Scouting organization.
THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 5:30-8:30 P.M. $75. Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
bit.ly/3wePEC5
Going fishing THE NEW ENGLAND Saltwater Fishing Show, sponsored by the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association, will feature exhibitors from various fishing and marine businesses. Exhibits will include tackle, rods, reels, lures, electronics, boats, motors, accessories, clothes and more. Seminars will focus on newly abundant species in the Rhode Island area due to warming ocean waters.
FRIDAY, MARCH 10, THROUGH SUNDAY, MARCH 12. $12/adults; Free/children ages 11 and younger. R.I. Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
nesaltwatershow.com
Startup support THE CENTER FOR WOMEN & Enterprise will hold an in-person support group for women of color looking to start or grow their own business. The group is designed as a safe space to discuss anything and everything about a business journey. The organization will share advice on the trials and tribulations of entrepreneurship.
THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 11 A.M. TO NOON. Free. Center for Women & Enterprise, 132 George M. Cohan Blvd., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
bit.ly/3GWaeMm
Meeting Ruggerio THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly Eggs & Issues breakfast event, hosted by Kirkbrae Country Club. Senate President Dominick J. Ruggerio, D-North Providence, will be the guest speaker. Attendees will have the chance to connect with Ruggerio and learn more about the R.I. Senate’s focus this year. There will also be a Q&A after Ruggerio’s presentation.
THURSDAY, MARCH 30, 8:15-9:30 A.M. $30/members; $50/nonmembers. Kirkbrae Country Club, 197 Old River Road, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
bit.ly/3XOglJt
Interested in having your business-related event included in What’s Happening? Contact PBN Researcher James Bessette at (401) 680-4838 or Research@PBN.com.
