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Bryant University to host entrepreneurship conference BRYANT UNIVERSITY will host its eighth annual Northeast Entrepreneurship Conference, which will feature an array of entrepreneurs, business leaders and motivational speakers, and offer attendees an opportunity to discuss entrepreneurship through various breakout sessions. Mitch Lowe, co-founding executive of NetFlix, CEO of Movie Pass and former Redbox president, will be a keynote speaker. Students, faculty and community members are invited.
SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 10 A.M. TO 5 P.M. $25/general public and college faculty; $15/high school students; $10/college students. Bryant University, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Get to know biz owners THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a First Friday Coffee networking event, hosted by Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Narragansett. Attendees will have the chance to meet with other business owners and entrepreneurs from around the southern Rhode Island community in a relaxed setting.
FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 8-9 A.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Narragansett, 1C Pier Marketplace, Narragansett. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
web.srichamber.com/events/First-Friday-Coffee-Hosted-By-Fred-Astaire-Dance-Studio-of-Narragansett-4625/details
Farming conference THE NORTHEAST ORGANIC Farming Association of Rhode Island will hold its winter conference, which will feature workshops in sustainable and organic farm, garden and food topics, live music, exhibitors and networking. Jack Algiere, farm director of Stone Barn Food & Agriculture Center, will be the keynote speaker.
SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 8:30 A.M. TO 4:30 P.M. $50/members; $65/nonmembers. Audubon Nature Center, 1401 Hope St., Bristol. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Meeting new professionals CIGARS AFTER HOURS will hold a networking event, hosted by White Ash Cigar Lounge. The event will allow business professionals to gather and meet in a casual setting. Attendees will be provided appetizers, a full bar and a premium cigar.
MONDAY, MARCH 4, 5:30-8:30 P.M. $10/members; $15/nonmembers. White Ash Cigar Lounge, 413 Central Ave., Pawtucket. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/cigars-after-hours-business-networking-monday-march-4th-tickets-55025029344?aff=ebdssbdestsearch#tickets
Passionate about service THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a workshop presented by customer-service specialist and former Zig Ziglar Corp. national training consultant Bill Drury titled “A Passion for Service.” Attendees will learn to build a positive attitude and make a good first impression, personalize service, and overcome stress and burnout.
TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 8:30 A.M. TO NOON. $199. Kirkbrae Country Club, 197 Old River Road, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
web.nrichamber.com/events/A-Passion-for-Service-How-to-Win-Customers-and-Reduce-Lost-Sales-352019-2037/details
Discussing senior issues THE SENIOR AGENDA Coalition of Rhode Island will hold its third annual Legislative Leaders Forum, in which members of the Rhode Island delegation will respond to the coalition’s agenda for the coming year. House Speaker Nicholas A. Mattiello, D-Cranston, and Senate President Dominick J. Ruggerio, D-Providence, will participate in the discussion and there will be questions from the audience.
TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 9:30-11 A.M. Free. Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/third-annual-legislative-leaders-forum-on-senior-issues-tickets-55921312150?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Building relationships OUT OF THE BOX Networking will hold an event in which members of the business, arts, events and wellness sectors will meet and gather to build professional relationships with one another.
TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 5-7:30 P.M. $12/advance; $15/at door. Courtyard by Marriott Providence-Warwick, 55 Jefferson Park Road, Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/marchs-out-of-the-box-networking-social-tickets-54661190091?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Generating opportunities THE SOUTH COAST Teamwork, Advocacy and Growth Network for Small Business will hold a networking event allowing individuals to build new business relationships and generate new development opportunities.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 8:15-9:30 A.M. Free. Business Innovation Center, 385 Columbia St., Fall River. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
meetup.com/South-Coast-Business-Networking-Meetup/events/hwqbzlyzfbjb
Lowering utility bills THE RHODE ISLAND Infrastructure Bank’s Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy program will hold a forum in which four building owners who recently updated their property through the program will offer their experiences. Attendees will also hear from contractors, lenders and entities that offer grants for projects designed to lower utility bills.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 5-7 P.M. Free. Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, 175 Main St., Pawtucket. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/ri-commercial-building-owner-forum-how-to-lower-your-energy-bill-362019-tickets-55354264094?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Finding funds THE RHODE ISLAND Business Competition will hold a workshop that will feature business builders and investors who will offer insights on how new companies can receive early funding. Attendees will learn about local funding sources, how to engage with potential funders and what to emphasize in a funding pitch. Registration is required.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 5:30-7 P.M. Free. Tech Collective, 188 Valley St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/free-workshop-find-those-funds-tickets-48333964188?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Honing skills for negotiation ASHLEY PARE, founder and CEO of Own Your Worth LLC, will head a seminar on career negotiation for women looking to enhance their negotiation skills, either as a business owner or professional. A networking reception with wine and cheese will also be part of the event.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 7-9 P.M. $15. Groundwork!, 1213 Purchase St., New Bedford. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/break-the-glass-ceiling-through-career-negotiation-tickets-53022374349?aff=ebdssbdestsearch#tickets
