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PC’s English, Napolillo to speakat NRI Chamber leadership talk THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a discussion titled “Lessons in Leadership: From the Team Huddle to the Board Room.” The panel discussion will feature Providence College head men’s basketball coach Kim English and Vice President and Director of Athletics Steven Napolillo talking about their unique perspectives on how the principles of sports can fuel exceptional leadership.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 12, 11:30 A.M. TO 1 P.M. $50/members; $75/nonmembers; $800/reserved sponsor table for eight. Providence College, Moore Hall, 212 Huxley Ave., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Building new relationships ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold its Business Builders Breakfast event, hosted by Financial Planning Alternatives. The event will allow attendees to expand networks, unlock opportunities and discover local services in a relaxed atmosphere. Breakfast will be served.
TUESDAY, AUG. 20, 8:30-10 A.M. $15. Financial Planning Alternatives, 519 American Legion Highway, Bldg. 2, Westport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Discussing blue tech THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold its next Blue Tech Talk session as part of its Lunch & Learn series. The program is designed to immerse audiences in the innovative world of ocean-inspired technology. The featured company will be VATN Systems, which builds autonomous underwater vehicles that act in cooperative swarms.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 21, NOON TO 1 P.M. Free. Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Grow your network THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its Business After Hours networking event, hosted by Westerly Community Credit Union. The event will allow for business professionals and entrepreneurs to meet and build connections in a relaxed setting.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 21, 5-7 P.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. Westerly Community Credit Union, 4979 Tower Hill Road, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Boosting your online presence SCORE RHODE ISLAND will hold a workshop titled “How to Optimize Your Google Business Profile to Boost Your Online Presence,” which will show attendees how to build and manage a Google Business Profile, ensuring visibility and accuracy across Google Search and Google Maps. Attendees will learn how to build a profile without a brick-and-mortar store, optimize business information and manage business profiles.
THURSDAY, AUG. 22, 1 P.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Pitch your business THE CENTRAL RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its LEADS Lunch event, hosted by Mainely Tubs. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their “60-second commercial” about what they do, what they have to offer and who they need to meet. The event is a way to connect with potential customers.
FRIDAY, AUG. 23, NOON TO 1:30 P.M. $10/members; $25/nonmembers. Mainely Tubs, 1 New London Ave., Cranston. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Summer’s end ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold its Business After Hours End of Summer Bash, hosted by SERVPRO of Dartmouth/New Bedford. The event will offer complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres, as well as time to network. Registration is encouraged.
THURSDAY, AUG. 29, 4:30-7 P.M. Free. SERVPRO of Dartmouth/New Bedford, 1476 Purchase St., New Bedford. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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On the links THE GRODEN NETWORK will hold its annual John Trimble Fund for Autism Golf Tournament. Along with the tournament, players will be offered a cart, player bags, a post-tournament cocktail hour and boxed lunch. Proceeds raised will support the nonprofit.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 3, NOON. $350. Wannamoisett Country Club, 96 Hoyt Ave., East Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Establishing connections THE DIVERSITY BUSINESS EXHIBIT, the leading networking event in southern New England for the racially diverse business and nonprofit communities, will hold its two-day event in Providence. The organization facilitates strategic connections across state lines, creating economically impactful platforms via high-profile events and productions.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 6, THROUGH SATURDAY, SEPT. 7. Free. R.I. Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Course walk THE RHODE ISLAND Manufacturers Association is hosting its annual Golf Tournament. Attendees will be offered a lunch and compete in the Long Drive Pro, Hole-In-Two Challenge for a chance to win an $18,000 TruGolf Simulator. There will be a cocktail reception and dinner, as well as a raffle. Attendees will have the chance to connect with industry leaders and enjoy a day of golf.
MONDAY, SEPT. 9, 11 A.M. TO 8 P.M. $350/participant; $50/cocktail reception only. Kirkbrae Country Club, 197 Old River Road, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Outstanding achievement ONE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold its Roger Valcourt Outstanding Citizen Award Dinner, hosted by White’s of Westport. The event will recognize Patrick J. Murray, chairman and CEO of Bristol County Savings Bank.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11, 5:30 P.M. $65/person; $650/table of 10. White’s of Westport, 66 State Road, Westport. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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Fundraising celebration THE PROVIDENCE PERFORMING Arts Center will hold its annual Gala Celebration. The event will include the first performance of “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical,” and an exclusive post-show reception with cuisine from some of Rhode Island’s top restaurants and caterers. Contributions will benefit the theater’s Community Outreach Initiative.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 21, 7 P.M. $400. Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
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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.
