This hybrid event will begin with a panel discussion about the latest trends in
health care. It will be followed by an awards ceremony recognizing people in the Health Care Industry. PBN’s Health Care Heroes Awards Program recognizes individuals and organizations in the healthcare field who excel in helping others, promoting innovation, or improving access to care.

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Topics include:

• Making Hospitals Whole: Funding, Reimbursement, and Sustainability
• Primary Care Access Crisis
• Reaching underserved populations
• Continuing Education & Retaining Students
•  Integrated Care & Behavioral Health
• Accountability & Long‑Term Strategy

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2026 Health Care Heroes Honorees

CAREER ACHIEVER

• Dr. Phil Rizzuto, Rizzuto Eyelid and Facial Plastic Surgery

ADVANCEMENT IN HEALTH CARE PREVENTION

• Salve Regina University

HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATORS

• Morgan Leonard, Clinica Esperanza Hope Clinic executive director
• Elizabeth Russell, Saint Elizabeth Community administrator

MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDERS/ADVOCATES

• Diane Medeiros Gomes, Butler Hospital director of pharmacy
• Tara Scungio, URI Health Services psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner

NURSE PRACTIONER/PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

• Kaitlin Collins, HopeHealth nurse practitioner
• Natasha Dow, PACE Organization of Rhode Island nurse practitioner

NURSES

• Terasa Antoch, Westerly Hospital nurse manager
• Shelley Grant, Bradley Hospital director of nursing – residential
• Barbara Lee Trout, CODAC director of health care services

PHYSICIANS

• Dr. Michael Lee, Care New England medical director of Kent Hospital at Home
• Leah McDonald, MD, HopeHealth physician

VOLUNTEERS

• Alexander “Alex” Chow, Rhode Island Hospital volunteer
• Billy Partain, New England Donor Services volunteer
• William Rapp, Brown University Health volunteer

Honorees will be recognized during PBN’s annual Health Care Summit on April 2 at 9 a.m. at the Providence Marriott Downtown. Honoree profiles will be published in a special section part of PBN’s April 10 print and digital editions.

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In 2025, Providence Business News Events brought together 3,640 attendees, celebrated 270 honorees, and partnering with nearly 50 sponsoring and partnering companies—creating unmatched visibility and connections for organizations like yours.

Don’t miss the chance to showcase your brand and engage with Rhode Island’s top business leaders; for sponsorship, advertising, and exhibitor opportunities, contact 401.680.4800 or Advertising@PBN.com.

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Workforce 2026 – Preparing for What’s Next

PBN’s 2026 Workforce Development Summit will feature a panel discussion with top area business leaders, government representatives, employers, and educators who will provide information and advice for Rhode Island employers faced with challenges to employee recruitment, retention, and workforce development.

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Topics to include (but not limited to):

• Current State of RI’s Workforce
• Funding, Policy & Industry Impact
• Technology & AI in Workforce Training/Recruiting
• Upskilling, Reskilling & Talent Development
• Education–Employer Partnerships and Reaching K-12 students
• Supporting Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs

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Rhode Island Economic Trends 2026: Navigating Growth in the Ocean State

Start your year prepared for what lies ahead at PBN’s 2026 Economic Trends Summit
featuring insights on economic development and projected trends for the upcoming year. This event will once again feature a keynote address by Thomas Tzitzouris, Managing Director, Strategas.

Topics include but not limited to:

• Tarriff policy and legal status with economic impacts
• Economic growth in a crucial mid-term election year
• Persistent inflation and the continued threat of a recession

Following the keynote address will be a panel discussion with local business and government experts who will discuss the opportunities for growth in the state.

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Celebrating the region’s top companies and business leaders.

Join us for an exclusive evening of networking with executives and leaders across government, business, and non-profit sectors, set against the stunning city views from the top floor of The Graduate.

This event celebrates all the exceptional companies and executives featured in PBN’s annual Book of Lists. Published weekly, PBN’s lists spotlight top organizations, and this premier gathering brings together all this information in one place, unveiled at the event.

Tickets include open bar with a variety of food stations and a copy of the 2026 Book of List Publication. Network with the region’s most-influential business leaders. Get the data you need to propel your company into the new year.

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THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT.

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The 2026 Best Places to Work honorees (listed alphabetically) are:

Small employer category (15-49 employees in the region)

• Automated Business Solutions
• AVTECH Software Inc.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island
• Building Enclosure Science
• Compass IT Compliance
• Debug Pest Control
• Envision Technology Advisors
• Findley Dermatology
• Howes
• Lathrop Insurance
• Narragansett Council – Scouting America
• Red House Design Build
• RIKB Design Build
• South County Smiles
• Technology Advisory Group
• USI Insurance Services

Midsize employer category (50-149 employees in the region)

• Baystate Financial
• Carey Richmond & Viking Insurance
• Citrin Cooperman
• DarrowEverett LLP
• Delta Dental of Rhode Island
• DiSanto, Priest & Co.
• Edward Jones
• Embrace Home Loans
• Greenwood Credit Union
• Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP
• JPS Construction and Design
• KPMG
• Lockheed Architectural Solutions, Inc.
• Marasco & Nesselbush LLP
• Nabsys
• Narragansett Bay Insurance Co.
• New England Construction
• Pariseault Builders, Inc.
• Providence Mutual
• Rhode Island Commerce
• Sansiveri, Kimball & Co., LLP
• Shawmut Design and Construction
• Strides Behavioral Services, LLC
• United Way of Rhode Island
• Vertikal6
• Westerly Community Credit Union

Large employer category (150-499 employees in the region)

• Arnold Lumber Co.
• BankFive
• BankNewport
• Beacon Mutual Insurance Co.
• CBIZ
• Centreville Bank
• Chisholm Chisholm and Kilpatrick LTD
• Coastal1 Credit Union
• Collette Travel Service
• Falvey Insurance Group
• Gilbane
• igus Inc.
• KLR
• Narragansett Bay Commission
• Pappas OPT Physical, Sports and Hand Therapy
• RIHousing
• Saint Elizabeth Community
• Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage Inc.

Enterprise employer category (500 or more employees in the region)

• AAA Northeast
• Amgen Rhode Island
• Amica Mutual Insurance Co.
• Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
• Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
• Newport Restaurant Group
• The Washington Trust Co.
• University Orthopedics Inc.

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Join Rhode Island’s business leaders as we spotlight individuals and organizations driving meaningful change in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Hear from keynote speakers, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and celebrate our DEI award honorees.

Date: December 4th
Location: Crowne Plaza
When:

• 8:30am – Registration and Breakfast Buffet
• 9:00am – Panel Discussion
• 10:15am – Awards Ceremony

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Panel Discussion – Navigating DEI in a Shifting Legal Landscape

This year’s summit will feature experts who will share their personal stories of challenges and achievements in maintaining a successful Diversity Equity & Inclusion programs within their organization.

Honorees

All honorees will be featured in PBN’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Special Section published on December 5, and recognized at the Awards Breakfast on December 4.

Click HERE to view the 2024 Diversity Equity & Inclusion Special Section

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Celebrate Innovation at the 2025 Manufacturing Awards! Join Providence Business News for an unforgettable evening as we honor the trailblazing manufacturers driving progress across Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. These visionaries are shaping the future — and you’re invited to celebrate their achievements in style.

Ticket includes:

• An open-bar cocktail reception with gourmet passed hors d’oeuvres
• A delicious three-course dinner
• A dynamic awards ceremony spotlighting the 2025 Honorees
• A complimentary copy of our special Manufacturing Awards section

Don’t miss this premier networking event where industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers come together. Secure your seat at the table and be part of the celebration!

All Honorees will be profiled in the 2025 Manufacturing Special Section published on November 21st.

2025 Honorees 

Strategic Leadership Award –  Tom Lepovsky, vice president, Teknor Apex Co.

Manufacturing Champion – David Spencer, owner and CEO, Atlantic Paper & Supply.

Companies and organizations being honored this year are: 

• AVTECH Software Inc., Overall Excellence at a Small Manufacturer

• Groov-Pin Corp., Overall Excellence at a Midsized Manufacturer. 

• AstroNova Inc., Overall Excellence at a Large Manufacturer

• Amgen Rhode Island, Overall Excellence an Enterprise Manufacturer

• G-Form LLC, Product Innovation & Design

• Hawkins Machine Co., Family-Owned Manufacturer

• Day One Industries, Emerging Manufacturer

The “Meet the Makers” honorees are: 

• Blount Boats Inc.
• Comet Skateboards Inc.
  
• Gorilla Gaming
• Haverhill Jewelry
• Mearthane Products Corp.
• Moss Pure  
• Hauser Chocolatier
• Tanury Industries
  
• The Beck Cos.
• Up Country
  
• VR Industries Inc.   
• North East Knitting  

Click HERE to view the 2024 Manufacturing Special Section

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PBN’s Fall Health Care Summit: Shaping the Future of Care

Join us for an impactful gathering where top health care experts and business leaders converge to share cutting-edge insights, timely developments, and forward-looking strategies in one of the region’s most dynamic industries.

This Summit offers the opportunity to:

• Get insider perspectives on evolving health care policies, innovations, and market shifts
• Understand how these changes affect Rhode Island’s economic landscape
• Equip your organization with the tools and knowledge to thrive in the future of health care

Whether you’re a provider, policymaker, insurer, or part of the wider business community, this is your moment to engage, learn, and lead.

Don’t wait—reserve your seat now and be part of the conversation that’s shaping tomorrow’s health care.

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PBN Cybersecurity, AI & Tech Summit: Safeguarding the Future of Innovation Get ready for a powerful, thought-provoking experience that brings together leading voices from the worlds of technology, education, law, insurance, and accounting. This Summit offers a critical lens on the ever-evolving intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and business innovation.

Attendees will gain actionable insights into:

• Emerging cybersecurity threats and how to mitigate them
• Cloud security essentials for agile and resilient operations
• Protecting critical infrastructure in a digitally dependent economy
• AI, big data, and their implications for every industry
• Securing AI systems to prevent misuse and data breaches
• Supply Chain & Third-Party Risks

There will be two panels – one focused on the latest in cybersecurity topics – the rapidly evolving threat landscape and the growing complexity of digital infrastructure. The second panel will focus on latest breakthroughs, ethical concerns, and enterprise applications of artificial intelligence.

Panel 1 – Safeguarding the Future of Innovation

Panel 2 – How AI is – and will – Reshape the Future

Whether you’re steering a startup, managing a legacy enterprise, or advising clients through digital transformation, this event arms you with the tools, trends, and tactics to keep your organization safe—and ahead.

Don’t just keep up. Get ahead. Register now for an inside look at the future of tech and security.

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Join the Celebration!

We’re thrilled to announce that 34 outstanding local companies and organizations have earned top recognition in this year’s Fastest Growing & Innovative Companies Awards Program.

The 24 Fastest Growing companies to be recognized this year had the highest percentage growth in revenue of all applicants from 2022 to 2024.

10 Innovation winners were chosen by a panel of judges for devising and producing innovative ideas and products.

Join the Celebration! Network with industry trailblazers and toast to their achievements at the Awards Dinner on September 18th at the Crowne Plaza

Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of inspiration, innovation, and connection!

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Fastest Growing Honorees (Listed alphabetically by category)

$250,000 to $2.5 million

• Axiotrop LLC
• ClarkSilva LLC
• Half Street Group
• Keane’s Wood Fired Catering
• KSA Marketing
• P.R. Quinlan Associates Inc.

$2.5 million to $15 million

• Element2 Consulting Group
• IT Support RI
• PMC Media Group
• SecurityRI.com
• Steere Engineering Inc.
• Vertikal6

$15 million to $50 million

• Automated Business Solutions Inc.
• DiSanto, Priest & Co.
• Feast & Fettle Inc.
• Mill City Construction Inc.
• Spyglass MTG LLC
• Westerly Community Credit Union

$50 million and above

• Ahlborg Construction Corp.
• Centreville Bank
• Coastal1 Credit Union
• Navigant Credit Union
• ParsonsKellogg LLC
• SEACORP LLC

Innovation Winners

• Creative Marketing/Advertising Public Relations/Design: Reach Consulting LLC
• Education: Sincere Multiservices Inc.
• Health & Wellness: Revive Therapeutic Services
• Information Technology Services: Mass Data Defense Corp.
• Innovative Collaboration: CIC Providence
• Manufacturing: Juice Robotics LLC
• Product Design/Engineering: Nova Design LLC and REGENT Craft Inc.
• Professional Services: Dean Warehouse Inc.
• Technology: AVTECH Software Inc.

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View the 2024 Fastest Growing and Innovative Companies Special Section

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