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JobsInRI to host job fair at Radisson JOBSINRI IS HOSTING a job fair to provide an opportunity for job seekers, recruiters and businesses to meet face to face. The event will feature AAA Northeast, Amica Mutual Insurance Co., Block Island Ferry, Collette Travel Service Inc., Engineered Materials Solutions, Herrick & White Ltd., Pawtucket Credit Union, UniFirst Corp., the U.S. Air Force Reserve, Armory Management Co., Colonial Life & Accident Insurance Co., The Groden Network, InnSeason Resorts, InsureMyTrip.com, Living Innovations, Nation Wide Construction Corp. and VP Fitness. Job seekers can pre-register to win a $100 Visa gift card upon check-in at the event. This event has been rescheduled to May 5 from March 19.
TUESDAY, MAY 5, 3-6 P.M. Free. Radisson Hotel, 2081 Post Road, Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/ri-career-fair-tickets-80301194033
Chamber Expo THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual expo, which will feature local exhibitors, including restaurants, nonprofits, local technology businesses, real estate, home improvement, finance, health and wellness, beauty, travel and leisure, senior care, assisted living, arts and entertainment, and more. Free shuttle service on the Newport Trolley will be available throughout the event to and from the Newport Visitor Information Center with a free parking area provided courtesy of Viking Tours.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 4-7 P.M. Free.Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina, 1 Goat Island, Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/greater-newport-chamber-expo-2020-tickets-90800421505?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Talking SupplyRI SOCIAL ENTERPRISE GREENHOUSE is holding an informational session to explain how local suppliers can take advantage of R.I. Commerce Corp.’s SupplyRI program. SupplyRI is a public-private initiative funded by Commerce RI, which is aimed at finding Rhode Island supply companies opportunities to grow and expand. SupplyRI tries to connect suppliers with Rhode Island’s anchor institutions; guide local businesses to better understand the procurement processes and needs of these institutions; and provide free resources that can help get a business into the supply chain of these institutions.
THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 5:30-7:30 P.M. Free.Social Enterprise Greenhouse, 10 Davol Square, Unit 100, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/info-session-with-supplyri-social-enterprise-greenhouse-tickets-96758385937?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Steps to start a business THE CENTER FOR WOMEN & Enterprise is hosting a workshop that will provide advice and information about starting a business. Attendees will learn how to develop a business idea and plan; review a business plan; understand process and requirements for starting a business, including legal structures; how to register a business name; obtain an employer identification number, licenses, permits and insurance; determine your financing needs; understand employer responsibilities; and learn about available resources and training.
Tuesday, March 31, 8:30-10:30 A.M. Free. Center for Women & Enterprise, 132 George M. Cohan Blvd., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/cwe-rhode-island-steps-to-start-a-business-tickets-96480901975?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
SBA training THE SOUTH EASTERN Economic Development Corp. is holding its 2020 SBA 504 & 7a lender training for commercial lenders, accountants, commercial real estate agents and economic-development officials. SEED instructors will be covering standard operating procedure updates, as well as the latest changes, mechanics and benefits to the SBA 504 & 7a programs. The event is sponsored by SEED with participation by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 9 A.M. TO 1:30 P.M. $30. R.I. Commerce Corp., 315 Iron Horse Way, Suite 101, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/2020-sba-504-7a-lender-training-rhode-island-sponsored-by-seed-corp-and-the-us-small-business-tickets-94697044409
Exploring leadership SALVE REGINA UNIVERSITY is hosting a Community Leadership Summit that will explore the future of leadership. This one-day interactive workshop, led by the university’s Holistic Leadership graduate program, will teach attendees how to work with community leaders using experiential methods and exercises; examine the mental model of leadership; learn integrated leadership skills from practitioners working in the field; and guide them toward a vision for leading more effectively in an organization and community.
SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 8 A.M. TO 5 P.M. $75. Salve Regina University, Young Building, 518 Bellevue Ave., Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/community-leadership-summit-tickets-94400132337?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Network after work NETWORK AFTER WORK is hosting an evening of networking with local business owners, entrepreneurs, executives and career-minded professionals. This is an event designed to make connections, exchange ideas and explore partnerships. There are several ticket levels available for this event to meet your specific needs.
TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 6-8 P.M. $20. Milk Money, 566 South Water St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/network-after-work-providence-at-milk-money-tickets-87206070705?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Accelerator graduation THE SOCIAL ENTERPRISE Greenhouse is holding a graduation for eight new startup ventures from its 2020 SEG Food Accelerator program. The startups will pitch their social venture enterprises to the audience. Celebrate their accomplishments and get a sneak peek at the future of our food and farming infrastructure.
THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 6-8:30 P.M. Free. Social Enterprise Greenhouse, 10 Davol Square, #Unit 100, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/2020-seg-food-accelerator-graduation-pitch-night-tickets-96732436321?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Earth Day birthday SAVE THE BAY INC. is hosting its second annual Earth Day birthday party. This family-friendly event will be held at Easton’s Beach in Newport. Activities and performances will take place at the rotunda. Snacks will be available. Attendees are encouraged to visit Save The Bay’s Exploration Center and Aquarium to interact with its brand-new shark and skate touch tank.
SATURDAY, MAY 2, NOON TO 4 P.M. Free. Save The Bay Exploration Center and Aquarium, 175 Memorial Blvd., Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
savebay.org/event/earth-day-birthday/?instance_id=2712&bbeml=tp-F1UTv0iEnUqwUR_EfPRKqQ.jYchZwcwB2UKfJ7GxOFmzpQ.rNc8YdJSubkmpxFCBAsKNDQ.l0bmBdPFOn0Ckoj9CAvB39A
Interested in having your business-related event included in What’s Happening? Contact PBN Researcher Cassius Shuman at (401) 680-4884 or Shuman@PBN.com.
