Editor’s Choice
Learn benefits of mindfulness to gain greater self-awareness TECH COLLECTIVE will host an event aimed at people interested in gaining greater self-awareness through mindfulness. During this interactive session, which will be hosted by Tech Collective’s Women in Technology group and Advancing Women’s Excellence, you will learn the benefits of mindfulness, explore a few mindfulness practices and hear from leaders who are using mindfulness practices to raise their self-awareness.
Thursday, Jan. 30, 4:30-6:30 P.M. Tech Collective, 188 Valley St., Trilix Training Room, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/women-in-tech-gaining-greater-self-awareness-through-mindfulness-tickets-85158462253?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Celebrating SEG volunteers SOCIAL ENTERPRISE GREENHOUSE will host a volunteer appreciation party to thank its volunteers for giving their time to the organization. The public is invited to the celebration, which will include food, drinks and an award ceremony.
THURSDAY, JAN. 23, 6-8 P.M. Free. SEG Hub, 10 Davol Square, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/seg-volunteer-appreciation-celebration-tickets-86607538479
Grow your contacts SpeedProvidence Networking will host an event to foster business relationship opportunities and expand social or enterprise contacts. After being shown to your table, you will move from business professional to business professional every five to six minutes and exchange your business card with industry professionals.
Monday, Jan. 27, 7-9 P.M. $21.95 TO $26.95. Muldowney’s Pub, 121 Empire St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/business-professionals-networking-event-in-providence-tickets-82398639549
Improve your public speaking Peter George Public Speaking Inc. will host an event to help people who are afraid of speaking in public. Peter George will discuss breaking your habit of going blank in the middle of a presentation or missing out on promotions because of the fear of having to give a presentation. The program will offer advice and instruction on how to speak in front of others.
Tuesday, Jan. 28, 9 A.M. TO NOON. Peter George Public Speaking Inc., 200 Midway Road, Cranston. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
petergeorgepublicspeaking.com
Boosting your brand THE GREATER Newport Chamber of Commerce will hold a seminar to show how to use LinkedIn to grow your company and brand by tapping into existing connections. This is a free program and includes complimentary water and coffee.
Tuesday, Jan. 28, 9-11 A.M. Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
newportchamber.com/events/details/sba-seminar-grow-your-business-with-linkedin-4609?calendarMonth=2020-01-01
Connect with professionals Network After Work Providence invites you to connect with business owners, entrepreneurs, executives and career-minded professionals in a casual environment, featuring fresh, sustainable food and drink products.
Wednesday, Jan. 29, 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-84931970811?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Leveling up your business GOLDMAN SACHS WILL offer Rhode Island small-business owners a chance to receive a business education in 12 weeks. Through the program, participants will gain practical skills in topics such as negotiation, marketing and employee management. In addition, they will receive the tools and professional support they need to develop a strategic and customized business growth plan that will take their company to the next level.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: SATURDAY, FEB. 1 / PROGRAM SCHEDULE: APRIL 28 TO JULY 30. Community College of Rhode Island, Warwick Campus, 400 East Ave., Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
10KSBapply.com
Establish new relationships THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce and Social Enterprise Greenhouse will host a networking event. Chat, connect and collaborate with people you might not otherwise have had the chance to get to know in a casual and fun environment.
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 7:30-9 A.M. Free. Social Enterprise Greenhouse, 10 Davol Square, Suite 100, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
providencechamber.com/events/details/p2p60-chat-connect-collaborate-on-the-road-at-social-enterprise-greenhouse-836
Buds and suds Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island will host an event for people who are interested in learning about or joining the organization. This is a free event and includes complimentary appetizers, brewery tours and beer-tasting.
THURSDAY, FEB. 6, 6-9 P.M. Revival Brewery, 505 Atwood Ave., Cranston. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
pbn.com/event/big-brothers-big-sisters-networking-night-at-revival-2020
Toasting Trudeau The J. ARTHUR Trudeau Memorial Center will host a fundraising wine-tasting event aimed at toasting its accomplishments. Trudeau is a human service advocacy organization that provides services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Friday, Feb. 7, 6-8 p.m. $50. Gasbarro’s Wines, 361 Atwells Ave., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
trudeaucenter.org/product/a-toast-to-trudeaus-triumphs-wine-tasting-event-individual-ticket
Careers in development The Association of Fundraising Professionals Rhode Island Chapter will host “Careers in Development,” an event aimed at informing students and young professionals about the different types of jobs in the development and fundraising fields. Network with practitioners during the event to learn about their fundraising career path and the nonprofit organizations they support. The event will be hosted in partnership with College LeadershipRI and Rhode Island College.
MONDAY, FEB. 10, 5:30-7:30 P.M. $5. Rhode Island College, Gaige Hall 200, 600 Mt. Pleasant Ave., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/careers-in-development-tickets-86699333039
Interested in having your business-related event included in What’s Happening? Contact PBN Researcher Cassius Shuman at (401) 680-4838 or Research@PBN.com.
