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Discussing Rhode Island economic opportunities THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold an Eggs and Issues breakfast discussion with R.I. General Treasurer Seth Magaziner. Magaziner will discuss his plans and initiatives to expand economic opportunities in Rhode Island. A Q&A session will follow. A full breakfast buffet will be offered.
THURSDAY, OCT. 17, 7:45-9:30 A.M. $20/members; $40/nonmembers. Kirkbrae Country Club, 197 Old River Road, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
web.nrichamber.com/events/Eggs-and-Issues-Breakfast-with-General-Treasurer-Seth-Magaziner-10172019-2100/details
Marketing strategies THE PROVIDENCE PUBLIC Library and Score Rhode Island will hold a workshop titled “Effective Digital Marketing Strategies – The World is Online.” The workshop is part of the Small Business Workshop Series for individuals who are thinking about starting a business and offers various aspects of planning and owning a business. Registration is required.
SATURDAY, OCT. 12, 9:30 A.M. TO 12:30 P.M. Free. Providence Public Library, 225 Washington St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
provlib.org
Focusing on innovation AWE WILL HOLD a workshop titled “Level Up: Focusing Innovation.” The conversation will explore the benefits and practices to expand innovative thinking and to foster originality.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 16, 8-9:30 A.M. Free. Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
aweconnects.com/focusing-innovation
Notary training THE R.I. DEPARTMENT of State will offer notary-public training. The course will be for both new and experienced notaries, or anyone who wishes to become a notary public. The training covers changes to notarial law in Rhode Island, as well as best practices.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 16, 1-2:30 P.M. Free. R.I. Department of State, 148 West River St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/training-for-rhode-island-notaries-tickets-60765002759?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Fund launch COLLEGE VISIONS, an organization that offers support to local college-bound students and resources to promote college enrollment to realize the promise of higher education, will hold its 15th Anniversary Campaign Kickoff. The event will launch the organization’s annual fund in support of first-generation students. Live music, appetizers and a cash bar will also be part of the festivities.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 16, 6-8:30 P.M. Free; donations accepted. Casino at Roger Williams Park, 1000 Elmwood Ave., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION: (401) 490-3996 or
moira@collegevisions.org
Girl Scouts laud leading women THE GIRL SCOUTS of Southeastern New England will hold its annual Leading Women of Distinction Awards event. Four honorees, Cindy Scibetta Butts, founder of Grow with Strengths; MaryKay Koreivo, senior vice president and senior relationship manager for Bank of America Corp.; Kathleen Malin, vice president of technology and operations management for Rhode Island Foundation; and Sylvia Maxfield, dean and professor for Providence College’s School of Business, will be recognized for their efforts in inspiring young girls throughout the community. Breakfast will be served.
THURSDAY, OCT. 17, 8-9:30 A.M. $50. Radisson Hotel Providence Airport, 2081 Post Road, Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
gssne.org/en/support/special-events/leading-women-awards.html
Connect with top executives UPPERCUT CONSULTING will hold an event titled, “Ignite Your Inner CEO: CEO and Leadership Mastermind.” The two-day event will allow attendees to connect with top executives and learn about how to take your business to the next level.
THURSDAY, OCT. 17, 9 A.M., THROUGH FRIDAY, OCT. 18, 3:30 P.M. Free. Rhode Island Country Club, 150 Nayatt Road, Barrington. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/ceo-leadership-mastermind-tickets-63790267407?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Biz plan basics THE CENTER FOR WOMEN & Enterprise will hold a workshop on business plan basics. The workshop will provide an overview of writing a business plan. Topics will include why you need to write a business plan, an overview of each section of a business plan, research and writing tips, and resources for help and support.
THURSDAY, OCT. 17, 9:30-11:30 A.M. Free. Center for Women & Enterprise, 132 George M. Cohan Blvd., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
cweonline.org/About-CWE/News/Article-Detail/ArticleId/1371/Business-Plan-Basics-CWE-RI-Oct-17
Assessing your business ideas THE R.I. SMALL BUSINESS Development Center will hold a workshop, titled “The Right Foot,” which is designed to assess the feasibility of your business ideas. The workshop will provide tools and tips you need to plan for entrepreneurship. Guest speakers will be Amit Basnet, RISBDC’s central Rhode Island regional director, and Providence-based attorney Michael Goldberg.
THURSDAY, OCT. 17, 9:30 A.M. TO NOON. Free. Cranston Central Library, 140 Sockanosset Crossroad, Cranston. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
risbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=20390011
Talking opioids THE BRYANT UNIVERSITY Physician Assistant Program’s Primary Care Team will hold a panel discussion on today’s opioid epidemic, featuring local professionals who will answer questions and share experiences on the topic.
THURSDAY, OCT. 17, 5:30-8 P.M. Free. Bryant University, Academic Innovation Center, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/the-opioid-epidemic-a-panel-discussion-tickets-71107038065?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Breaking through VISIONARY NETWORK GROUP will hold a leadership retreat, titled “Unleash: Breakthrough.” The three-day event will be centered around supporting the advancement of women and promoting self-worth. There will be speakers, a networking reception, vendors, breakfast and lunch.
FRIDAY, OCT. 18, 6 P.M., THROUGH SUNDAY, OCT. 20, NOON. $159. Marriott Downtown Providence, 1 Orms St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/unleash-women-in-business-and-leadership-retreat-tickets-42893537726?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
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.
