EDITOR’S CHOICE
R.I. Life Science Hub to hold inaugural summit THE R.I. LIFE SCIENCE HUB will hold its inaugural summit, titled “Navigating the Future.” The event will have workshop sessions on increasing access to capital and building a life science infrastructure, as well as offer networking opportunities. Robert Coughlin, managing director of Jones Lang Lasalle Inc., and Travis McCready, JLL’s head of life sciences, Americas markets, will be the keynote speakers.
TUESDAY, MAY 21, 8:30 A.M. TO 1 P.M. Free. R.I. Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/5f267pbw
Playing a round THE NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a Nine & Wine golfing and networking event, hosted by the Women’s Business Council. The event is perfect for golfers of all experience levels and an opportunity to build business connections with one another. The event includes a luncheon and a cocktail reception after nine holes of golf. A rain date is scheduled for May 16.
MONDAY, MAY 13, 11:30 A.M. $200/golfers; $60/lunch only. Kirkbrae Country Club, 197 Old River Road, Lincoln. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/42yzxn4w
Planning ahead SCORE RHODE ISLAND will hold a workshop titled “How to Write a One-Page Business Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide.” The workshop will discuss how writing a one-page business plan can help organize ideas and be focused and concise about goals. The discussion will also include practical tips on writing a one-page business plan and its benefits.
TUESDAY, MAY 14, 1 P.M. Free. Online. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/2u2mr5jy
Elevating your career WOMEN’S FUND OF RHODE ISLAND will hold its “Elevate Your Career” networking event, hosted by the Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick. The event will showcase 16 vendors offering a variety of resources to enhance careers and personal growth. Katie McDonald, owner of local business coaching provider b.nourished, will be the event’s keynote speaker.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 5-7 P.M. $50. Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/4td6h924
Making impacts SOCIAL ENTERPRISE GREENHOUSE will hold the 2024 Rhode Island’s Impact Business Showcase. This showcase is the public’s chance to discover some of the most innovative and socially responsible businesses in Rhode Island. Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore more than 40 demonstrations showcasing entrepreneurial ventures and hear pitches from five startups from SEG’s Accelerator Program.
THURSDAY, MAY 16, 6-9 P.M. Free. Farm Fresh Rhode Island, 10 Sims Ave., Unit 103, Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/3svdt7ze
Establishing connections THE GREATER NEWPORT Chamber of Commerce will hold its Business After Hours networking event, hosted by Le Moulin Rouge. The event will be a fun and casual way to network with other professionals and business owners from a variety of industries. Food and drinks will be offered.
TUESDAY, MAY 21, 5-7 P.M. $5/members; $10/nonmembers. Le Moulin Rouge, 1403 Main Road, Tiverton. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/uemvkczy
Awards night THE TAUNTON AREA Chamber of Commerce will hold its 107th annual Meeting & Awards ceremony. The program will include presentation of the annual business awards, an Educator of the Year award and recognition of the recipients of the Charles E. Volkmann Future Leaders Scholarship. Registration is due May 13.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 5-7:30 P.M. $75/members; $90/nonmembers. The District Center for the Arts, 15 Court St., Taunton. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/2v268a5p
Pediatric talk THE AMERICAN ACADEMY of Pediatrics, Rhode Island chapter, will hold its annual meeting, hosted by the Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick. The event invites local doctors to network and share insights about the industry.
THURSDAY, MAY 23, 3-8 P.M. $105/members; $135/nonmembers. Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, 801 Greenwich Ave., Warwick. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/4n2ufzc9
Creative journeys THE CENTER FOR WOMEN & Enterprise will hold a workshop titled “SheCanvas – Unveiling Entrepreneurial Creative Journeys.” The workshop will be a discussion and exploration into the realms of art and entrepreneurship. The event will unfold in two parts: the first hour is dedicated to a panel discussion and the second hour is reserved for networking and informal conversations.
THURSDAY, MAY 23, 5:30-7:30 P.M. Free. Center for Women & Enterprise, 132 George M. Cohan Blvd., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/52wfpk65
Right choice THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold its 2024 Chamber Choice Awards & Cocktail Reception, hosted by Laurel Lane Country Club. The event will recognize and pay tribute to the local business community for their efforts. There will also be a silent auction. Cocktail attire is suggested.
THURSDAY, MAY 23, 5:30-8 P.M. $65. Laurel Lane Country Club, 309 Laurel Lane, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/y2kjt7d6
Good ‘Mojoe’ SOJOURNER HOUSE will hold its ninth annual Sojo Mojoe Breakfast event, hosted by the Providence Marriott Downtown. The event, along with celebrating the power of community support and collective action and discussing the future of victim advocacy and violence prevention in Rhode Island, will also have a speaking series and awards ceremony.
FRIDAY, MAY 31, 8-10 A.M. $95/individual; $450/table of five. Providence Marriott Downtown, 1 Orms St., Providence. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/4z2rkytb
Being social THE SOUTHERN RHODE ISLAND Chamber of Commerce will hold a workshop titled “Fundamentals of Social Media Marketing.” This 45-minute seminar will provide fundamental marketing knowledge and technical social media know-how. This seminar is meant to be everything you need to elevate your business’s social media presence to the next level. Taylor Cacciola of Namra Consulting will lead the workshop.
MONDAY, JUNE 17, 10-11 A.M. Free. Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce, 230 Old Tower Hill Road, South Kingstown. INFO AND REGISTRATION:
tinyurl.com/3apuu8uy
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.
