EDITOR’S CHOICE
Learn why you should use Google Analytics THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will host a seminar titled “10 Good Reasons Why You Should Use Google Analytics.” Each participant will receive a website and online-presence evaluation grade for their company. One person will win a $500 campaign to be used in print or online. The seminar is limited to just 16 attendees.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 19, 9-10:30 A.M. Free. Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce, 230 Old Tower Hill Road, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION: web.srichamber.com/events/Google-Analytics-FREE-SEMINAR-5015/details
Growth by acquisition BUSINESS VALUE FORUM INC. will hold a discussion titled “Company Growth Through Acquisition: Learn from insiders as they share their experiences.” Business owners will share what they have learned from revitalizing their companies via acquisition.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 17, 7:30-9:30 A.M. $55/general admission; $10/students. Bryant University, Belo Hall, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/company-growth-through-acquisition-learn-from-insiders-as-they-share-their-experiences-tickets-65263202997
HR risks OCEANPOINT INSURANCE AGENCY INC. will hold a workshop focusing on two human resources risks that are disrupting the current market. There will also be a presentation offering insight into HR institutional policies and practices that respond to the changing employer-employee relationships in the #MeToo era.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 17, 9 A.M. Free. United Way of Rhode Island, 50 Valley St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
dmadara@oceanpointins.com
Round of 18 THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Golf Outing. In addition to the tournament format being scramble, the event will offer participants complimentary massages, cigars, golf balls, snacks and beverages. There will also be various contests and prizes awarded to the winners. A buffet dinner will be served. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 17, 11 A.M. TO 7 P.M. $1,700/foursome; $60/dinner only. Kirkbrae Country Club, 197 Old River Road, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
web.nrichamber.com/events/NRI-Chamber-Annual-Golf-Outing-9172019-2010/details
New connections THE GREATER PROVIDENCE Chamber of Commerce will hold a Peer-To-Peer 60 event. The event will allow attendees to spend an hour meeting fellow professionals and head into the autumn season making new connections in a casual environment.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18, 7:30-9 A.M. Free. Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce, 30 Exchange Terrace, 1st Floor, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
providencechamber.com/events/details/p2p60-chat-connect-collaborate-809
Build your business THE SOUTHCOAST AND CAPE COD Canal Region chambers of commerce and the Southeastern Massachusetts Business Network will hold the SouthCoast Business Builders Breakfast networking event. A continental breakfast will be provided. The event is sponsored by Rockland Trust Co.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18, 8:30-9:30 A.M. $15. Bittersweet Farm Restaurant and Tavern, 438 Main Road, Westport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
members.southcoastchamber.com/events/details/southcoast-business-builders-breakfast-september-2019-496213
Financial planning THE SOUTH EASTERN Economic Development Corp. will hold an entrepreneurial workshop, hosted by Bristol County Economic Development. The two-session workshop will have attendees learn the fundamentals of financial planning and understanding financial statements. Complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18, 8:30 A.M. TO 4 P.M. Free. Bristol County Economic Development, 139 South Main St., Fall River. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
seedcorp.com
Disruptive neuroscience THE RHODE ISLAND-ISRAEL Collaborative and RI Bio will hold a roundtable workshop titled “Disruptive Neuroscience Technologies Changing the World Today – Leaders in the field from Rhode Island and Israel.” The discussion will offer insights and perspectives on how disruptive neuroscience technologies are changing the world. Breakfast and lunch included.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18, 9 A.M. TO 2 P.M. $35/members; $50/advanced; $75/VIP; $15/students. Venture Café Providence, 225 Dyer St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/disruptive-neuroscience-technologies-changing-the-world-today-tickets-66588603305
Wireless talk WIRELESS BUSINESS OWNERS Consortium will hold a wireless business owners summit. The event will offer agents and dealers new ideas and strategies for improving sales and store profits. Topics will include low/no-cost strategies, how to secure and grow customer bases, new products and services to create incremental income, and other initiatives.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18, 9 A.M. TO 5 P.M. $299. Omni Providence Hotel, 1 West Exchange St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/wireless-business-owners-summit-in-concert-with-cca-tickets-64385820723?aff=ebdssbdestsearch#tickets
Establishing relationships THE TAUNTON AREA Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly Business After Hours networking event, hosted by The Arbors at Taunton. Business professionals from around the area will meet and discuss ideas, as well as build connections with one another. Appetizers will be served. Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18, 5-7 P.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. The Arbors at Taunton, 763 County St., Taunton. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
https://www.tauntonareachamber.org/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=217
Peer-to-peer networking THE SOUTHCOAST YOUNG PROFESSIONALS Network will host the next edition of its Off the Clock networking series. The event blends educational opportunities with peer-to-peer networking among young professionals in southeastern Massachusetts. Advanced registration is required.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 19, 5-7 P.M. Free. Merrill’s on the Waterfront, 36 Homer’s Wharf, New Bedford. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
members.southcoastchamber.com/events/details/off-the-clock-sept-2019-496212
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.
