Tag: Christian Cowan
Connecting tech fields for a stronger R.I. economy
PBN 2021 Innovative Companies Awards
Innovative Collaboration: 401 Tech Bridge
When it comes to discussing the reasons for recent revenue growth at economic development nonprofit 401...
R.I. tech ‘super connector’ gaining momentum
Christian Cowan experienced a lot of sleepless nights last year.
Cowan is in charge of 401 Tech Bridge, an economic development initiative launched in 2019...
401 Tech Bridge receives $725K in federal funds
PROVIDENCE – 401 Tech Bridge has received $724,674 in federal funds to focus on job growth in the state’s blue economy sector, the R.I....
Finding opportunity in a crisis
Coming into 2020, Rhode Island’s manufacturing industry was doing well, with many companies experiencing banner years. Hiring was active, so much so that the...
Mahoney to lead Polaris MEP
PROVIDENCE – Kathie Mahoney has been named center director of the Polaris Manufacturing Extension Program, the University of Rhode Island Research Foundation announced on...
Report gives R.I. manufacturing D+; local leaders say picture incomplete
PROVIDENCE – Manufacturing in Rhode Island received a D+, according the 2020 Manufacturing Scorecard from Ball State University’s Center for Business and Economic Research.
The...
Companies forced to get creative in hiring
It’s hard enough to virtually replicate a staff meeting among co-workers who already know each other. But to meet and interview job candidates by...
Five Questions With: Christian Cowan
Workforce and technology are the main needs for a COVID-19 recovery, according to a recent survey of Rhode Island manufacturers by Polaris MEP. Polaris...
Poll: Skilled workers key to manufacturing recovery
PROVIDENCE – A new poll by Polaris MEP shows sales continue to be the greatest challenge facing Rhode Island manufacturers, and half of the...
Manufacturers affected by COVID-19 invited to participate in talent exchange
PROVIDENCE – A pilot program has been set up for manufacturing companies impacted by the coronavirus, sponsored by Polaris MEP, the Rhode Island Manufacturers...
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