EDITOR’S CHOICE
R.I. Coalition for the Homeless to hold Awards Breakfast THE RHODE ISLAND COALITION for the Homeless will hold its annual Awards Breakfast. The event will provide awareness and support for the coalition’s collaborative work to prevent and end homelessness in Rhode Island. Awards will be presented to individuals who made positive impacts on the community. Kasim Yarn, the state director of veteran affairs, will be the keynote speaker.
MONDAY, SEPT. 23, 8:30-11 A.M. $50. Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
rihomeless.org
Lean practices POLARIS MEP and the Phoenix Partnership’s Manufacturing Center of Excellence will hold a full-day, executive-level, lean-training session. The session will go over 21st-century lean methodologies so attendees will be better equipped to support employee development and the growth of competitive manufacturing. Executives, supervisors and managers who have an interest in bolstering lean practices within their own companies should attend.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 24, 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. Free. Polaris MEP, 315 Iron Horse Way, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
polarismep.org/events/one-day-lean-092419
Leadership tips TECH COLLECTIVE will host a Leadership Challenge Workshop, which will provide attendees the perspective and tool sets to become more exemplary leaders. The two-day workshop will discuss the five practices of exemplary leadership: Model the Way, Inspire a Shared Vision, Challenge the Process, Enable Others to Act, and Encourage the Heart. Tim Hebert, CEO of Trilix, will facilitate the workshop. Lunch will be provided both days.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 24, 8:30 A.M. TO WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25, 5 P.M. $300. Tech Collective, 188 Valley St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/the-leadership-challenge-workshop-tickets-62318994791
Shoestring marketing THE CENTER FOR WOMEN & Enterprise will hold a workshop titled “Marketing on a Shoestring.” The workshop will show attendees how to maximize resources to gain visibility on products and services, how to market products, determine and refine a target audience, and reach customers with the right message and right media.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 24, 5:30-7:30 P.M. $20. Center for Women & Enterprise, 132 George M. Cohan Blvd., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
cweonline.org/About-CWE/News/Article-Detail/ArticleId/1420/Marketing-on-a-Shoestring-CWE-RI-Sept-24
SBA resources A U.S. Small Business Administration team workshop will be held to help entrepreneurs understand what services are available through the SBA to start a business, including the SBA Resource Partner Network.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 25, 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/1259/Exploring-Small-Business-Administration-SBA-Resources-CWE-RI-Sept-26
Achieving fast results MANSFIELD BIO-INCUBATOR and The Board Forum will hold a forum designed for early-stage businesses in which CEOs of established operations will offer advice and guidance to executives on how to achieve fast results for their businesses.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25, 2-4 P.M. Free. Mansfield Bio-Incubator, 241 Francis Ave., Mansfield. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
eventbrite.com/e/entrepreneurs-achieve-results-faster-come-learn-how-tickets-64647995896
Making new connections THE TAUNTON AREA Chamber of Commerce will hold a Beers and Business networking event, hosted by Berkley Beer Co. The event will allow local business personnel and entrepreneurs to meet and connect in a relaxed setting. Craft beer and pizza will be served. There will also be games and a lottery ticket raffle valued at $200.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25, 5:30-7:30 P.M. $30/person, includes one flight of beer and pizza; $10/additional flights. Berkley Beer Co., 10 Ingell St., Taunton. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
https://www.tauntonareachamber.org/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=223
Discuss R.I. infrastructure THE RHODE ISLAND Infrastructure Bank will host its third annual Rhode Island Infrastructure Summit, which convenes hundreds of public- and private-sector professionals to collaborate on solutions for Rhode Island’s infrastructure challenges.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 8 A.M. TO 4 P.M. Free. R.I. Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
providencechamber.com/news/details/r-i-infrastructure-bank-to-host-3rd-annual-rhode-island-infrastructure-summit
Insurance options THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold an informational seminar on what insurance options are out there for small-business owners. A representative from HealthSource RI will answer questions in one-on-one meetings. Registration is required.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 9 A.M. TO 1:30 P.M. Free. Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce, 230 Old Tower Hill Road, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION: (401) 783-2801 or
communications@srichamber.com
Blackstone celebration THE BLACKSTONE VALLEY Tourism Council will hold its 34th annual Inductions & Awards Ceremony. The event will celebrate the local community and support the council’s Blackstone Valley Heritage Environmental Fund. There will also be individuals inducted into the William Blackstone Society.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, NOON TO 1:30 P.M. $55. Twin River Casino Hotel, 100 Twin River Road, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION: (401) 724-2200 or
amanda@tourblackstone.com
Meet local biz professionals THE SOUTHCOAST CHAMBER of Commerce will hold a Business After Hours networking event, allowing local business professionals to meet and create connections with one another in a casual setting. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 26, 5-7 P.M.Free/members; $25/nonmembers. Hatch Street Studios, 88 Hatch St., New Bedford. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
members.southcoastchamber.com/events/details/september-2019-business-after-hours-09-26-2019-496202
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