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Diossa to discuss RISavers at Eggs & Issues Breakfast THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold an Eggs & Issues Breakfast, hosted by the Kirkbrae Country Club. R.I. General Treasurer James A. Diossa will discuss the newly launched RISavers Program, an innovative initiative designed to support private-sector employees who may not have access to employer-sponsored retirement plans. Learn how RISavers may impact organizations and employees and engage directly with Diossa on the economic issues shaping the state.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 8:30-9:30 A.M. $35/members; $55/nonmembers. Kirkbrae Country Club, 197 Old River Road, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Learn to create a disaster plan THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a disaster plan workshop. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, 40% of businesses do not reopen after experiencing a disaster. Fire, strong storms, vandalism and cyber criminals are only a few concerns. Many losses to staff, structure and inventory can be avoided with proper planning. This free workshop is presented by Beth Markowski-Roop and Ryan Mason of ServiceMaster by Mason. Handouts and refreshments will be provided.
FRIDAY, MAY 8, 10-11 A.M. Free. Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce, 230 Old Tower Hill Road, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Real estate roundtable THE TRI-TOWN CHAMBER of Commerce will hold a Real Estate Roundtable Forum meeting. The gathering sees professionals from various facets of the industry coming together for insightful discussions, providing the perfect space to delve into current issues, seek advice, or share opinions.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 9-10 A.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Organizational psychology THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will hold a Lunch & Learn session titled “Working Smarter: An Introduction to Organizational Psychology.” The session will be led by Darlene Piva, an assistant professor and director of the Master of Arts in Organizational Psychology program at William James College. Participants will gain an understanding of how organizational psychologists diagnose systemic and human performance challenges, guide teams through uncertainty, and foster change at all levels of an organization.
THURSDAY, MAY 14, 11:30 A.M. TO 1 P.M. Free/members; $40/nonmembers. Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce, 30 Exchange Terrace, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Building new relationships THE ONE SOUTHCOAST Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours meeting, sponsored by BayCoast Bank and hosted by Country Club of New Bedford. The meeting provides an opportunity for attendees to mingle and build business relationships in a relaxed setting. These mixers are held each month in partnership with member businesses and attract business professionals from many industries. There will be an open bar and appetizers available.
THURSDAY, MAY 21, 5-7 P.M. Free/members; $25/nonmembers. Country Club of New Bedford, 585 Slocum Road, Dartmouth. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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WPI graduation THE WOMEN’S FUND of Rhode Island will hold a graduation ceremony for its Women’s Policy Institute fellows, hosted by The Guild. The evening will honor a group of women leaders who have spent months sharpening policy, advocacy and leadership skills to drive meaningful change across the state. This is a celebration and a call to action – to witness the power of women leading boldly, and to connect with a growing community committed to building a more just, equitable future for all.
FRIDAY, MAY 22, 4:30-6 P.M. Free. The Guild, 461 Main St., Pawtucket. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Converse with McKee THE CENTRAL RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce, along with the East Greenwich Chamber of Commerce, Warwick Mayor Frank Picozzi and East Greenwich Town Manager Andrew Nota, will hold a Town Hall Meeting with Gov. Daniel J. McKee at the New England Institute of Technology. Discussion topics may include the Road to Prosperity initiative; small-business growth; workforce development and apprenticeships; community partnerships; the Affordability for All initiative; and housing.
TUESDAY, MAY 26, 5:30-7 P.M. Free. New England Institute of Technology, Room 106, 1 New England Tech Blvd., East Greenwich. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Morning mingle THE EAST BAY CHAMBER of Commerce will hold a Morning Mingle networking session with Rhode Island FC and the Rhode Island Small Business Development Center, hosted by Centreville Bank Stadium. Meet with local professionals, entrepreneurs and community members while enjoying morning coffee. Expand professional networks and connect with Paul Harden, business development center director.
THURSDAY, MAY 28, 8:30-9:30 A.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. Centreville Bank Stadium, 200 Taft St., Pawtucket. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Blue tech discussion THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold the first of five Blue Tech Talk sessions as part of a new Lunch & Learn summer series exploring ocean innovation by featuring blue technology startups in Rhode Island. Hear blue tech leaders share stories behind their companies and breakthrough technologies shaping the blue economy. The first session is titled “Blue Tech Talk 1: NautIQ Technologies” and will be hosted by Innovate Newport. NautIQ is a robotics company redefining how the marine industry turns labor-intensive tasks such as sanding, polishing and surface preparation into precision-driven and data-powered processes.
TUESDAY, JUNE 2, NOON TO 1 P.M. Free. Innovate Newport, Conference Hall, 513 Broadway, Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Getting started THE RHODE ISLAND Small Business Development Center will hold a Startup Foundations webinar. The free monthly session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs. This session goes beyond the idea stage to break down the core components of launching a business, including time commitment, legal and financial considerations, market validation and the mindset required to move from concept to execution. Chelsea Brehm, regional director of the business development center, will lead the discussion.
THURSDAY, JUNE 4, NOON TO 2 P.M. Free. Bryant University, Academic Innovation Center, 150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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